Antigua and Barbuda has paid all CXC examination fees for students sitting exams in 2026. As a result, families across the country will not face the usual exam costs. Officials say the move supports students and eases financial pressure at home. During Friday’s post-Cabinet briefing, Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant confirmed the payments. He […]
Major progress has been made in the US$50 million airfield upgrade at V.C. Bird International Airport. Officials confirmed that Phase One of the Airfield Rehabilitation Project is now complete. As a result, the airport has restored the runway’s full operational length. International flights are once again using the entire strip. Moreover, the upgrades improve safety […]
Glanville Polyclinic will soon receive major healthcare upgrades, Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph announced. On Monday, Joseph spoke at a town hall in St. Philip’s North. He outlined plans to expand services at the clinic. As a result, residents will access more care close to home. First, the clinic will get an in-house pharmacy. Therefore, […]
Witness says one accused grew angry over an alleged payment split in the Nigel Christian murder trial. On Tuesday, the key witness returned to the stand. He told jurors that Lasean Bully felt cheated. According to the witness, Bully received $5,000. He said Wayne Thomas received the same amount. However, he claimed Saleim Harrigan kept […]
Police have arrested two men following an attempted cheque fraud at ACB Bank. The bank sits at the corner of High and Market Streets. Bank employees grew suspicious when the men tried to cash cheques believed to be fraudulent. Consequently, staff immediately alerted law enforcement. Officers rushed to the scene within minutes. They detained one […]
When summers hit Qatar, residents usually retreat indoors to escape the extreme heat. Consequently, most people shelter at home or work with air conditioning. Alternatively, they visit super-cooled shopping malls. Driving between them in chilled cars is also common. However, Gewan Island, a new man-made island off Doha, offers a very different experience. Here, visitors […]
Sir Molwyn Joseph on Wednesday called for a change in politics in Antigua and Barbuda. Speaking at a special parliamentary sitting, he honored Sir Robin Yearwood for 50 years of unbroken service. During his remarks, Joseph urged the opposition to help “arrest the degradation and the false information” undermining the nation’s image. He questioned whether […]
Homeowner testimony continued Wednesday in the High Court. A U.S. national said attackers forced him to open his safe at knifepoint. He said they bound him with duct tape during the ordeal. The case centers on Marlon Carr of Fort Road. He faces three counts of aggravated robbery. The charges relate to an April 6, […]
The National Solid Waste Management Authority says cleanup efforts are continuing in Five Islands. Teams remain active in the community. However, they are scheduled to leave on February 25. Therefore, officials are urging residents to act quickly. They must place all bulk waste outside for collection before that date. The authority said the effort is […]
Police are warning residents and business owners about simple security lapses. The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda says unlocked doors and poor lighting increase crime risks. In addition, careless social media posts can expose properties. This week, the Community Policing Unit issued detailed safety advice. The goal is to reduce theft and break-ins […]
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