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Cricket West Indies Books Commercial Flights After ICC Charter Delays

Cricket West Indies has secured commercial flights for players and staff stranded in India. The move follows continued delays with charter travel arranged by the International Cricket Council. Initially, the charter flight was meant to transport both the West Indies and South Africa teams. However, the flight faced repeated delays. As a result, the West […]

Jamaican

Jamaican man remanded after EC$360,000 cannabis seizure at airport

Jamaican national Benjamin Isaiah Carrington has been remanded after a major cannabis seizure at the airport. Police arrested the 38-year-old during an operation at V.C. Bird International Airport. Moreover, officers linked him to a large cannabis seizure valued at about EC$360,000. Authorities said the arrest followed a joint law enforcement exercise. The operation involved the […]

Antiguan

Antiguan star Drake Hadeed signs with Spain’s Antequera CF

Antiguan footballer Drake Hadeed has signed with Spanish club Antequera CF. The move marks an important step in the young midfielder’s professional career. Moreover, it places him within Spain’s competitive football system linked to La Liga. Hadeed is considered one of Antigua and Barbuda’s brightest football prospects. Therefore, his transfer has attracted attention across the […]

U.S.

U.S. Slashes Visas for Antigua and Dominica to Three Months

U.S. authorities have reduced B1/B2 visitor visas for Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica. Previously, citizens of both countries enjoyed 10-year, multiple-entry visas. Now, officials issue single-entry visas valid for only 90 days. Consequently, travellers must apply for a new permit to return. According to the U.S. Department of State’s Temporary Reciprocity Schedule, approved visitors can […]

Trump

Trump Family Files Trademarks for Airports Using President’s Name

Trump family company filed to trademark the president’s name for airports. They said they will not charge fees. The Trump Organization submitted the applications to the federal trademark office. They want exclusive rights for airports. Additionally, the filings include related items like buses, umbrellas, travel bags, and flight suits. The filings follow debate in Florida […]

1000

1000 Smiles Clinic Serves Thousands in Antigua

1000 Smiles Clinic has served over 3,500 residents in its first Antigua mission, a Sandals Foundation press release said. In just two weeks, the volunteer program coordinated with the Ministry of Health delivered free dental care and education. Consequently, 3,575 residents received treatment and guidance. Moreover, 121 dental volunteers from the United States and Canada […]

Prime

Prime Minister Brown Urges Unity at EU-Caribbean Assembly

Prime Minister Gaston Brown has urged global leaders to seize new opportunities in a shifting geopolitical landscape. He spoke during the EU-Caribbean Parliamentary Assembly in Antigua and Barbuda. Although the world faces many challenges, Brown said opportunity still exists. He stressed that leaders must act with purpose. According to him, change brings both risk and […]

Public

Public Advisory: Fish Ban Near Cook’s Landfill

Public health officials have banned fishing and seafood harvesting west of Cook’s Landfill. The warning covers the cove near Hermitage Bay. Officials say residents must not fish, sell, or eat seafood from the area. The advisory comes from the Central Board of Health. It is working with the Fisheries Division. Earlier this week, authorities received […]

Stingerz

Stingerz and All Saints Slam Claim Wins in Division 1 Basketball

Stingerz and All Saints Slam secured victories in Division One Basketball Thursday evening. Elite Stingerz defeated Red Hawks 82-73. Meanwhile, All Saints Slam dominated Navigators 85-46. For Stingerz, Joshua Minner led with 26 points. He shot 11-17 (64%), grabbed nine rebounds, and added four assists. Keroi Lee scored 16 points and collected seven rebounds. Darnell […]

South

South Korea jails ex-prime minister 23 years over martial law

South Korea delivered a major verdict on Wednesday after months of turmoil.South Korea’s court sentenced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison. The court ruled that the martial law decree amounted to rebellion.It said the action threatened the country’s constitutional order. Han became the first Yoon administration official convicted of rebellion.Therefore, the […]