Local Food Tech: 297 Farm in Aruba is expanding with a new 1,500 m² greenhouse built for cucumber “vine crops,” moving beyond its leafy greens focus and adding salad and snack cucumbers with new growing know-how like vertical management and continuous harvesting. Astronomy for Islanders: Aruba Astro Research International says a partial lunar eclipse (Saros 138) will be fully visible from Aruba, starting with the penumbral phase at 9:23 p.m., peaking around 12:12 a.m., and ending after the final penumbral stage at 3:01 a.m. Energy Security: Aruba’s RECIP-3 expansion at WEB Aruba adds two Wärtsilä engines for 36 MW of firm capacity, aimed at meeting rising demand and reducing power shortage risk. Healthcare Quality: The Aruba Public Health Inspectorate confirms IVA 2026 (“Risky Business”) is fully registered, with a waiting list available, focusing on risk management and healthcare safety. Underwater Heritage Research: Inkfish’s fully funded Underwater Cultural Heritage expedition will use the RV Hydra to expand Aruba’s ability to study underwater heritage in line with UNESCO guidance. AI & Networking at LEAP: HPE will showcase sovereign AI and self-driving networking at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, including its AI Factory with NVIDIA and Aruba/Juniper networking tech.