UWI Leadership & Education Push: Cabinet recommends Sir David Harrison to chair the UWI Five Islands Campus Council and its Endowment Fund, while the Government confirms free tuition covers eligible students’ first undergraduate degree only, with law students receiving 50% support. Tax & Funding Debate: Ministers are weighing expanding the 10% Windfall Tax beyond current sectors to any business earning EC$1 million+ in annual profits to help fund tertiary education. Climate & Food Security: Drought grips Antigua after six dry months, with May the third-driest on record; at the same time, new sweet potato and seed bank projects aim to strengthen the food supply. Language & Culture: Antigua and Barbuda moves to make Spanish a second official language, with Spain offering personnel and training support—sparking polarized local debate. Public Safety & Infrastructure: Government warns vandalized bus stops could lead to prosecution and repair costs, as it also targets upgrades to signs and road markings. Health & Justice: The cancer treatment centre is expected to start services in the fall (no firm date yet), and Parliament approved tougher electronic crimes rules that can bring large fines for non-compliance by service providers. Regional & Travel: EL AL expands its Virgin Atlantic codeshare to add Antigua and other Caribbean destinations via London Heathrow. Youth & Community: Sandals Foundation invests EC$38,000 in youth entrepreneurship training, while youth mental health consultations feed into proposed legislation. Sports: Antigua and Barbuda notch a first Billy Jean King Cup win over Suriname, then fall to El Salvador.