GREAT BAY--Fashion became a platform for heritage, identity and cultural storytelling as Colors of the Caribbean took centre stage at Seaview Hotel, bringing together design, music, poetry and performance in a regional cultural showcase.

THE HAGUE--A major step has been taken toward making air travel between St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius more affordable and reliable, after the Dutch Senate approved legislation allowing the routes to be treated as an essential public service. The move creates the legal framework for regulated fares, minimum flight requirements and government support, although funding must still be secured before passengers see the full benefit.