Department of Culture has announced the return of the 2026 National Secondary Schools Theatre Festival. The department operates under the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries. Therefore, the event forms part of the Government’s continued support for the arts. The festival will run from April 13 to April 18, 2026. During that week, students […]
Fire broke out at the active disposal zone of the Cook’s Sanitary Landfill on Friday evening. The National Solid Waste Management Authority confirmed the incident in a media release dated 28 February. According to the statement, the blaze began around 18:30 local time on 27 February. Crews responded quickly to the scene. They worked to […]
Teen was hospitalized following a stabbing at Perry Bay on Friday afternoon. According to reports from State Media, the boy sustained about four stab wounds during an altercation. Consequently, he required urgent medical attention. Emergency responders took him to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. He remains under medical care as doctors monitor his condition. […]
Blind refugee Nurul Amin Shah Alam died in upstate New York after federal immigration authorities released him. Shah Alam, 56, came from Myanmar as a refugee in December 2024. Therefore, he needed help navigating unfamiliar areas. On 19 February, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) dropped him at a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Buffalo. […]
Record-breakers, champions, and trailblazers headline the nominees for the 2025 Senior Sportswoman of the Year. The National Sports Awards announced the list, highlighting female athletes and sports leaders who raised Antigua and Barbuda’s profile. Moreover, the category recognizes excellence, resilience, and impact across multiple disciplines. Sprinter Joella Lloyd had a historic season in athletics. She […]
AI is reshaping the tech world. Now, it is squeezing the smartphone market. A new report from International Data Corporation warns of a severe memory chip shortage. As a result, phone prices are hitting record highs. According to IDC, the average smartphone price will jump 14% this year to $523. Meanwhile, ultra-cheap phones under $100 […]
Antigua News is facing a US$27 million lawsuit in a cross-border defamation battle. Businessman Boris Latour has launched both criminal and civil proceedings. He filed actions in Switzerland and in Antigua and Barbuda. The claims stem from articles published in February 2025 and January 2026. First, Latour sent formal pre-action notices. He served them on […]
Amelia Williams and Shaquan O’Neil have joined the 2026 UN Youth Advisory Group. The announcement highlights the UN’s strong focus on youth leadership. Moreover, it reinforces efforts to drive sustainable development across the Eastern Caribbean. This year, 15 youth leaders earned appointments to the group. They represent nine territories, including Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, […]
Court heard testimony about an alleged payment to have Nigel Christian killed. A prosecution witness spoke before the High Court. The witness said accused Saliem Harrigan mentioned a contract to kill Christian. According to the testimony, Harrigan allegedly said the contract came from Raymond Yhap. Furthermore, the witness claimed the arrangement was facilitated through an […]
150 acres of agricultural land will return to active production to boost national food security. Minister for Agriculture, Anthony Smith, told Cabinet that the agricultural land had been idle or underutilized. The Government acted to increase local food output and reduce import dependence. Moreover, Cabinet approved immediate reallocation of part of the agricultural land. Specifically, […]
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