Jamaica is seeing a strong rebound in tourism after Hurricane Melissa caused widespread damage across the island. Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett provided the latest visitor figures during a staff appreciation breakfast at Sangster International Airport in St. James. He said the country has received 180,000 stopover visitors and 114,000 cruise passengers. Altogether, nearly 300,000 visitors […]
InterCaribbean Airways has launched scheduled service to Eugene F. Correia International Airport at Ogle. The new route connects Ogle directly with Barbados, expanding regional air access for Guyana. Previously, the airline operated only through Cheddi Jagan International Airport at Timehri. However, the new service responds to strong demand for flights into the centrally located Ogle […]
Antigua and Barbuda is expanding visa-free and simplified travel access for its citizens. The move follows new visa agreements with countries in Africa and the Middle East, according to the government. Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene announced the developments during the 2026 Budget Debate in Parliament. He said the agreements form part of a […]
Antigua and Barbuda plans to begin exporting bottled sparkling water and paper products in 2026. The move forms part of a wider government strategy to expand manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports. Trade Minister E.P. Chet Greene announced the plans during the 2026 Budget Debate in Parliament. He said the government is preparing to establish […]
China on Tuesday donated 1,500 solar-powered street lights to Antigua and Barbuda, strengthening the country’s renewable energy and climate resilience efforts. The donation was formally handed over during a ceremony attended by government officials, diplomats, and technical partners. Senator Michael Joseph, representing the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs, said the project […]
Millions of Americans are waking up to extreme cold this week as a disrupted polar vortex spreads across the nation. Consequently, more than 200 million people will experience freezing temperatures across the Plains, Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast. This Arctic blast follows the latest winter storm sweeping the country. Arctic air has already plunged temperatures […]
APUA has suspended preparatory works for Antigua and Barbuda’s subsea cable project after materials were deliberately set on fire. Moreover, telecoms crews arrived at the Old Road site on Friday, 12 December, to find conduits and other installed equipment destroyed. Early estimates place the damage in the thousands of dollars. The Authority strongly condemned the […]
Government has appointed Dr. Dave Ray as a dedicated Diaspora Officer, aiming to strengthen connections with overseas nationals. Moreover, Foreign Affairs Minister EP Chet Greene said the move reflects a renewed commitment to Antiguans and Barbudans abroad. During his 2026 Budget presentation in Parliament, Greene highlighted the importance of building stronger, structured relationships beyond traditional […]
Don’t look away now, because “rage bait” is officially the 2025 Oxford Word of the Year. Moreover, Oxford University Press announced the winner after three days of online voting that drew more than 30,000 participants. The term beat out two other finalists, “aura farming” and “biohack.” Oxford defines “rage bait” as online content deliberately crafted […]
FDA officials intend to add a “black box” warning to Covid-19 vaccines, according to sources familiar with early discussions. Moreover, a boxed warning is the agency’s strongest alert and appears at the top of prescribing information. It highlights rare but serious risks that must be balanced against benefits. Additionally, boxed warnings are used on several […]
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