Waste & Land Management: Aruba’s Bureau City Inspector says illegal dumping and poor land use remain stubborn problems, even with a free “waste zone” (7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)—and reminds residents that owning land doesn’t allow turning plots into dumps. Community Cleanup Push: The second National Cleanup Day and the wider Cuida Aruba campaign are mobilizing agencies, schools, businesses and volunteers, with 102 tons of waste collected and drainage/canal clearing planned ahead of the rainy season. Tourism Strategy Reset: AHATA hosted “How to Fix Tourism,” urging Aruba to rethink visitor numbers and focus on higher-value travelers to protect the island’s wellbeing. Local Food & Green Growth: 297 Farm is expanding with a new 1,500 m² greenhouse for cucumber production, boosting local food supply. Marine Life & Human Pressure: A Dutch Caribbean reef study reports Curaçao’s lowest relative shark abundance, linking fewer reef sharks to coastal development and heavy diving activity. UN Climate Resilience Focus: Aruba and Curaçao will use the UN General Assembly to spotlight sea-level rise, sustainable development and financing for small island states. Wildlife Spotlight: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 previews highlight global biodiversity stories, including Arctic and reef life.