Earthquake Watch: A powerful 6.0 quake struck northeast of Antigua and Barbuda on Saturday morning, with the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre placing it about 80 km from St John’s at a depth of 31 km; residents across multiple communities reported strong shaking, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or major damage. Regional Impact: The tremor was felt across much of the eastern Caribbean and beyond, including Martinique, Guadeloupe, Dominica, St. Martin/Sint Maarten, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, and several nearby islands. Health Debate: A new opinion piece challenges the “blue zones” longevity story, asking whether the science behind the famed long-living communities really holds up. Culture & Learning: Elsewhere, coverage highlights efforts to keep languages alive through music, and a look at how volcanic heat shapes Dominica’s sea and landscapes. History in Focus: A longer read revisits the Hooghly River’s indenture-era sites, tracing how the riverbank became a lasting point of return for Girmitya descendants.