Oil & Investment: AIM-listed Borders & Southern says the Sea Lion final investment decision is a “pivotal” step for the Falkland Islands, putting the first oil field into production in Q1 2028 and reviving its farm-out process; the company also reported a $1.4m operating loss for 2026 year-end, with cash rising to $2.5m. Local Business & Exports: Tumbledown Gin, produced in the Falklands, wins a Silver Award in The Gin Guide Awards’ Traditional Gin category, boosting the brand’s profile in the UK and Isle of Man. Agribusiness Growth: Trans Ova expands in Australia with Helen Thoday taking the lead role to grow commercial operations and support new IVF services, building on her Falklands livestock genetics experience. Community Fundraising: A Town Hall silent auction raised more than £7,000 to send Falkland Islands Community School students to the UK, with local businesses and artists donating lots and students providing live music. Skills & Sustainability: FIDC Business Development Officer Clare Guest completes an Advanced Diploma in Environmental Management (QLS Level 5), linking the training to the Green Business Program and the Energy Strategy. Governance & Rights: The Legislative Assembly marks Overseas Territories Day with a ceremony at Victory Green, reiterating self-governance and Pride Month messaging. International Advocacy: Legislator Michael Goss addresses the UN Decolonisation Committee, defending Falklands self-determination and saying “We have nothing to hide and everything to show.” Environment & Research: A scientific survey finds Magellanic penguin numbers on the Argentine coast are broadly stable, with moderate growth and colony-by-colony variation. Military & Heritage: Plans are submitted to install a half-size RAF Hawk jet replica at Fylde Memorial Arboretum in Blackpool, supported by local organisations and businesses.