OECS member states celebrated their OECS accession to UN Anti-Torture Treaty, marking a historic milestone. St. Lucia’s recent joining completed the bloc’s full alignment under the UN Convention Against Torture (UNCAT). H.E. Ambassador Colin Murdoch, the OECS Permanent Representative to the UN, said the accession shows strong regional unity on human rights. He added that […]
Graduation ban threats at Antigua Girls’ High School have been withdrawn after swift action by the Ministry of Education. Earlier, Principal Rosalind Beazer warned that students who wore hair extensions, braids, weaves, or hair colour would miss graduation. The issue surfaced during a yearbook photo session. At that time, staff sent several students home for […]
Sheinbaum is considering legal action after comments by Elon Musk. On Tuesday, she said her team is reviewing options. She spoke during her daily press conference. Earlier, Musk posted remarks on X. He responded to a 2025 video of Sheinbaum discussing cartel violence. In that post, he alleged she was taking cues from cartel bosses. […]
Virgin Atlantic will return as the transatlantic airline sponsor for Antigua Sailing Week in 2026. The event runs from April 22 to 26. Organisers welcomed the renewed partnership. They said it strengthens Antigua’s global sailing profile. Moreover, the airline will again support travel from the United Kingdom. Virgin Atlantic will offer preferred fares on its […]
Antigua is closely monitoring nationals studying in Cuba as US sanctions tighten. The government said it is tracking their welfare carefully. Officials noted that sanctions have strained Cuba’s economy. Therefore, concerns have grown about living conditions. Last month, a group of Antiguan students in Havana spoke out on social media. They appealed to Prime Minister […]
Millions in building materials are now reaching needy households across Antigua. The government has started distributing lumber under its housing aid programme. On Friday, workers delivered materials to a vulnerable homeowner in English Harbour. The initiative targets seniors, people with disabilities, and struggling families. Officials say it aims to improve housing conditions islandwide. Therefore, deliveries […]
Five miners remain unaccounted for after a mudslide struck a South African diamond mine. The owners of Ekapa Resources and Ekapa Minerals confirmed authorities now presume the workers dead. Consequently, the company shut the mine and filed for liquidation. The tragedy happened early on Feb. 17 at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley, Northern Cape. A sudden […]
Trinidad PM Criticises CARICOM on Cuba, Venezuela at Summit At the opening of the 50th Caribbean Community Heads of Government meeting in St Kitts and Nevis, Kamla Persad-Bissessar sharply criticised the regional body’s foreign policy. She said CARICOM has failed to take a firm stance on Cuba and Venezuela. Consequently, she aligned her government with […]
Former Jumby Bay Resort payroll clerk has filed an unfair dismissal claim in the Industrial Court. The claim arises from a payroll discrepancy during Christmas 2024. The employee worked at the luxury resort for over eleven years. During that time, they advanced from Accounts Payable Clerk to Junior Accountant. In May 2024, management promoted them […]
Ministry of Education mourns the passing of Ms. Lenore Henry. Moreover, she was a towering figure in Antigua and Barbuda’s education system. Her life and work left an indelible mark on national education. Consequently, her legacy will continue to inspire future generations. Henry distinguished herself as an outstanding teacher. She had a passion for learning […]
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