Antigua and Barbuda’s national basketball team earned a convincing win over Bermuda in regional competition, delivering a strong all-around performance on the court. The victory was fueled by disciplined play on both offense and defense, with Antigua and Barbuda maintaining control throughout key stages of the contest. Players combined effectively to keep pressure on their […]
Antigua and Barbuda has officially opened its first overseas office in Toronto, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to expand its presence in Canada. The new office will serve as a hub for tourism promotion, stakeholder engagement, and market development, helping to strengthen relationships with travel partners and industry professionals across Canada. Officials […]
A school from the United Kingdom has returned to Antigua and Barbuda for its third consecutive sports tourism exchange, continuing a partnership that combines athletic development with cultural immersion. The visit provides students with the opportunity to participate in sporting activities while experiencing the culture, history, and hospitality of Antigua and Barbuda. Organizers say the […]
The government has committed approximately US$50,000 to cover the medical and transportation expenses for Senior Sergeant Jeffrey Benjamin, who sustained severe injuries in a recent traffic crash. He is scheduled to be flown out of Antigua by Friday, July 10, to receive specialized treatment at Southern Medical Services in Trinidad and Tobago. The primary goal […]
The High Court has dismissed all charges—including Murder, Aggravated Robbery, and Manslaughter—against 27-year-old Jahciba Shoy. The charges were tied to the 2023 murder of Roudi Shmaly during an armed robbery at Pick ‘N Mix Mart on DeSouza Road. Shoy’s attorney, Wendel Alexander, successfully argued a no-case submission, maintaining that the prosecution’s reliance on surveillance footage […]
The Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) has expanded its signature Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Competition into a six-week internship program, officially rebranded as the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy. The initiative has grown to feature 14 participating schools, welcoming new competitors including the Sir McChesney George and Seventh-Day Adventist Secondary […]
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has launched an official investigation following the death of an infant at the facility. The hospital’s response was prompted by a video concerning the child’s passing that began circulating on social media, leading the institution to issue a formal statement on July 8. Expressing deep sympathy, hospital officials […]
A trial has begun in the case involving a man accused of the shooting death of a Syrian national in Antigua and Barbuda. The accused appeared before the court as legal proceedings got underway. The matter relates to the fatal shooting incident that resulted in the death of the Syrian national, which had drawn public […]
CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, has called for deeper regional integration that produces meaningful and visible benefits for Caribbean people. Speaking on the future of regional cooperation, Holness emphasized that integration efforts must move beyond policy discussions and translate into real improvements in the lives of citizens. He stressed the importance […]
Antigua and Barbuda has indicated a willingness to consider accepting a limited number of third-country deportees from the United States, but only under specific conditions, including the restoration of normal tourist visa access for its citizens. Prime Minister Gaston Browne said discussions with US officials are ongoing and stressed that any arrangement must protect the […]
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