Air Travel Disruption: A JetBlue flight bound for Turks and Caicos diverted after a rodent was spotted in the first-class cabin, prompting an apology and refund from the airline. Payments & Finance: Visa has named Jorge Salum vice-president and country manager for expanded Greater Caribbean Markets, covering 22 markets as digital payments adoption and financial inclusion efforts accelerate. Luxury Hospitality Pipeline: Hyatt’s Andaz Turks and Caicos (Grace Bay) is now taking reservations for a June 1, 2027 debut, with 59 rooms and 73 residences plus dining, a wellness center and resort amenities. Tourism & Connectivity Boost: BermudAir is expanding winter service into Providenciales with new routes from multiple North American cities, while Porter adds nonstop flights from Toronto and Ottawa to Turks and Caicos. Housing Finance Reform: The House of Assembly approved the Mortgage Corporation Bill 2026 to expand mortgage access and support homeownership for Turks and Caicos Islanders. Land Tenure Update: The Crown Land Amnesty Programme has been extended to Dec. 31, 2026, offering final concessions for eligible applicants to regularize Crown land. Governance & Standards: Government is moving ahead with implementation of its National Quality Policy to strengthen consumer protection and raise business standards. Tourism Politics: Opposition Leader Edwin Astwood questioned whether tourism spending is delivering a true luxury product, during debate on the Tourism Authority Bill 2026.