Resort Spotlight: Beaches Turks and Caicos officially unveiled the $150M Treasure Beach Village on Grace Bay, adding 101 multi-bedroom suites, six new dining concepts, a 15,000-sq-ft lagoon-style pool, and fresh lifestyle touches like the Pinta Food Hall and Starfish cinema—celebrated with a star-studded weekend featuring top regional and international guests. Community & Youth Sports: Salt Rakers Aquatic Club launched a major 2026 fundraiser raffle with a 2026 Kia K3 as the grand prize, plus prizes ranging from resort stays and yacht excursions to swimming lessons. Music: Dancehall artist Merkz dropped his nine-song EP “The Mad Life,” landing at #1 on Apple Music Jamaica and charting across the Caribbean, including Turks and Caicos. Local Governance Watch: The PDM is pushing for an independent review of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police promotion process amid public allegations circulating online. Public Health Update: The Turks and Caicos Government says it’s monitoring international hantavirus reports linked to a cruise ship and is focusing on preparedness and public education. Sports Development: Turks and Caicos Fly Fishing Association and TCICC began training for the first endorsed, regionally-recognised sustainable fly-fishing curriculum, aiming to certify new local guides and trainers.