Tourism & MICE: Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has joined the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE), after ABTA-US supported training that made Andy Liburd the authority’s first Certified Incentive Specialist—aimed at boosting incentive travel and expanding the MICE pipeline. Telecoms: Cabinet says local number portability will launch on November 23, with a testing phase and a public education campaign to help consumers switch networks without losing their numbers. Water & Infrastructure: Cabinet approved APUA’s plan to acquire four Coolidge water-storage tanks (about two million gallons total), plus a pump station and standby power, to strengthen storage and distribution reliability. Airports: Government has authorized a five-year strategic plan for V.C. Bird and Barbuda International airports (2027–2032), targeting capacity, routes, air cargo, commercial development, and sustainability. Hospital Operations: Laundry workers’ industrial action at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre disrupted linen supply and delayed patient movements, tied to a dispute over washing responsibilities. Tourism Strategy: Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez announced a carrying capacity study to guide “smart growth” as visitor demand rises. Fuel Prices: PM Gaston Browne says US-Iran war pressures mean fuel subsidies can’t continue, so prices will rise modestly (gasoline +EC$2). Industry & Skills: Blue Dragonfly Foundation secured a US$50,000 grant to set up a hydroponic farm in John Hughes, combining vocational training and job pathways for autistic people.