Hospital & Airport Costs: Turks and Caicos Premier Washington Misick told the House of Assembly that the InterHealth hospital dispute has already cost about $39.7 million, with another arbitration still pending, and said a detailed paper will be tabled on the agreement’s history and costs. Opposition Pressure: The PDM says government has only about 80 days to prepare for the healthcare transition after InterHealth ends, while also demanding answers on a reported $80 million interim airport terminal project. Tourism Community Engagement: Experience Turks and Caicos relaunched Community Connect town halls led by Tourism Minister Zhavargo Jolly, starting in Grand Turk and Salt Cay, to update residents and gather input from business owners and stakeholders. Tourism Talent & Regional Strategy: Anguilla’s tourism director urged young people toward hospitality careers and called for Caribbean destinations to collaborate, not compete. Beach Tourism Rankings: Travel And Tour World ranked Turks and Caicos among the top beach destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026. Insurance Sector Update: AM Best upgraded Fortegra’s Turks and Caicos insurance subsidiary ratings to A (Excellent), removing it from review with positive implications. Local Business Spotlight: A feature profiles TCI creator Kandi Hariraj, turning handcrafts into a growing enterprise. Travel Demand Signal: Classic Vacations says December bookings are up, and highlights a 2026 festive experiences collection including Grace Bay Club (Turks and Caicos).