FIFA Sanctions Montserrat Football: FIFA’s Ethics Committee has imposed a lifetime ban on former Montserrat Football Association president Vincent Cassell and a 15-year ban on former general secretary Tandica Hughes, alongside CHF 1m and CHF 150,000 fines respectively, citing abuse of position, conflicts of interest and misuse of MFA funds. Overseas Territories Push UK Priorities: Montserrat’s Premier Reuben Meade joined Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for the 2026 Caucus, focusing on UK state pension uprating, improved access to UK health support, and climate finance and resilience ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council. Regional Royalties Distribution: ECCO will distribute more than EC$1.7m in music royalties across OECS territories, covering 2025 collections from broadcasts, carnivals, music use and live events. Montserrat in Apple iCloud+ Bundle: Apple is adding Apple TV and Apple Arcade to iCloud+ at no extra charge in 100+ countries, including Montserrat, with a possible discounted upgrade path to Apple Music Select. Gas Prices and Policy Trade-offs: A new regional analysis highlights how Eastern Caribbean governments are splitting the rising cost of oil between pump prices and public budgets, with Montserrat among the higher-priced jurisdictions. St. Edward’s Transition Q&A: Interim president Matthew Shank shares early observations on traditions and campus connection as St. Edward’s University moves through its leadership transition. Work Permits at Canada Ports of Entry: Canada published the full list of visa-exempt countries whose citizens can apply for work permits on arrival, a potential boost for regional mobility and hiring.