Maritime & Legal: A Liberia-flagged tanker collision near the Strait of Hormuz involving the Antigua & Barbuda-flagged vessel Adalynn has been mediated by China’s Guangzhou Maritime Court, with both sides agreeing to apply Chinese law and submit to the Chinese court after a major dispute tied to a 180 million yuan settlement. Tourism & Transport: Antigua Cruise Port welcomed Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas, bringing thousands of visitors for beach time, Nelson’s Dockyard tours, and local shopping—another boost for port-area businesses. Hurricane Outlook: 268Weather cut its 2026 Atlantic forecast to 12 named storms, four hurricanes and two major hurricanes, pointing to a strengthening El Niño, while urging Antiguans and Barbuda residents to stay prepared. Local Industry Leadership: Gregory “Driftwood” Athill was re-elected president of the Antigua National Taxi Association, citing stronger finances, ongoing hospitality training, and tighter partnerships with tourism stakeholders. Regional Policy Pressure: The EU warned five Eastern Caribbean states, including Antigua and Barbuda, to phase out citizenship-by-investment by June 1, 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Skills & Youth: Two Antiguans, Ajenai Charles and Kha-Lique Harris, were selected for the Caribbean STEM Programme (SPISE), joining a five-week science and engineering residential track. Sports Tourism: The Republic Bank CPL confirmed broadcast partners and a drone-show spectacle tied to opening fixtures, with Antigua & Barbuda Falcons set to play in the season’s early slate.