Port Expansion Talks: Antigua and Barbuda is weighing financing options for a US$100M cargo port expansion to boost its role as a regional transshipment hub, with discussions involving the existing Chinese contractor and possible support from the US International Development Finance Corporation. Energy & Shipping Readiness: Crabb’s Harbour dredging is completed to meet deeper-draught needs, including LNG vessel deliveries for APUA, with testing now underway and a next phase planned for St. John’s Harbour. Track & Field Infrastructure: World Athletics has de-certified the YASCO Sports Complex track (Class 2), and the Antigua and Barbuda Athletic Association says Mondo has processed orders and will confirm shipping dates for relaying. CHOGM Creative Push: Cabinet approved a $250,000 Creative Industries Development Fund to help local artistes produce work for regional and international markets, alongside pay-per-view plans for select Carnival 2027 shows. Public Health Recall: The Ministry of Pharmaceutical Services issued a recall of three medicine products (Diovan 160mg tablets, Atorvastatin 10/20mg, and Cetirizine 5mg) and urged stakeholders to check affected batches. Disaster Preparedness (Barbuda): The Antigua and Barbuda Red Cross engaged Barbuda fisherfolk to strengthen hurricane preparedness through early action planning under the Forecast-based Financing approach. Workplace Dispute at ONDCP: PM Browne accused ONDCP staff of “cheating the system” over alleged half-day work, while the People’s Union hit back, citing long-running health and safety concerns.