Tourism & Air Capacity: British Airways says the Caribbean is “doing brilliantly,” adding winter capacity as demand stays strong in Barbados, Saint Lucia, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, with more travellers booking further ahead and “trading up” to premium experiences. Carnival Promotion: The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority pushed Antigua Carnival into New York’s West Indian American Day Parade via PIX11 exposure, with interviews and ads building momentum for the 70th anniversary. Banking & Local Control: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is cautious as a local bank eyes CIBC Caribbean’s Antigua business, warning about deposit control, lending to the domestic economy and fee-driven bank profits. Education & Skills Pipeline: ABCAS welcomed more than 1,200 students in its first unified intake, including a new agriculture cohort, while the teachers’ union flags retroactive pay gaps affecting 300+ educators. Energy Costs: Browne warns motorists to brace for further fuel price increases after gasoline and diesel jumped following reduced government support. Industry Growth & Tech: PBS Group completed its acquisition of Trinidad Systems Limited, expanding its Eastern Caribbean cluster that includes Antigua and Barbuda. Agriculture in Early Years: A school garden model at Simon Bolivar Pre-School is using hands-on farming to teach children agriculture and build practical skills.