Language & Identity: Sir Ronald Sanders says Antigua and Barbuda’s move to make Spanish a second official language is a smart bridge to the island’s Spanish-speaking community and a signal to Latin America. Immigration Shockwaves: A U.S. federal judge struck down Trump-era pauses on immigration and asylum processing for people from 39 “high-risk” countries, including Antigua and Barbuda—calling the actions illegal and leaving applicants in limbo. Tourism Leadership: ABTA named Charmaine Spencer Chief Marketing Officer (effective June 1) and promoted Shermain Jeremy to Regional Tourism Director, as stayover arrivals reportedly rose 7% in Q1. Festivals & Culture: Twelve new members were sworn in to the Festivals Commission Board to steer Carnival and One Nation Festival as economic drivers. Youth & Sustainability: A youth leader was appointed SDG Coordinator for the Americas, while Villa Primary students helped install a CHOGM mural made from recycled bottle caps at ARG. Health & Food Policy: Regional leaders pushed urgent action on healthy food policy to tackle the Caribbean’s NCD crisis. Local Governance: Cabinet approved taking over the Sir Luther Wynter Pre-School and backed the Main Collect app to improve child maintenance collection. Sports & Lifestyle: BYD signed on as Official Car Sponsor of CPL 2026, bringing cricket-themed activations across the region. Community Safety: Police seized 500+ cannabis plants near Pares Village; four men detained.