SLBMC Records Only New Year Birth for 2026 SLBMC welcomed its first New Year baby at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.The birth marked the start of 2026 at the facility. Hospital officials announced the arrival of a healthy baby girl.The baby was born to Junique Charles Archibald.Both mother and child are reported to be […]
Bali will enforce a new law banning sex outside marriage starting January 2, 2026. The rule was first announced in 2022. Indonesia’s revised criminal code also bans cohabitation outside marriage. Violators could face up to one year in jail. Authorities will act differently depending on marital status. Married couples can face complaints from their spouse. […]
Government officials and citizens will begin 2026 with the Annual National Service of Thanksgiving and Prayer. The event continues a long-standing tradition of unity and reflection at the start of each year. The service is set for Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at 9 a.m. It will take place at St. John’s Pentecostal House of Restoration […]
Antigua experienced a busy year of road and infrastructure work in 2025. Across the island, crews repaired roads, upgraded curbs, and improved drainage. Furthermore, construction continued through December in many communities. The Ministry of Works praised its teams, contractors, and partner agencies for keeping projects on track. Officials said steady progress was achieved despite challenges. […]
New political energy has entered Antigua and Barbuda with the launch of the Antigua and Barbuda National Congress.The group, known as ABNC, says it aims to transform national governance.Specifically, it wants to end years of weak accountability and poor transparency. According to the party, both major political groups have failed the country.These include the Antigua […]
Urgent appeals are coming from Bolans as the community rallies behind Judy Thomas-Ward.She is 43 years old and urgently needs overseas cancer treatment.As a result, family members and supporters have launched a public fundraising drive. Currently, Thomas-Ward is battling cancer and requires specialized medical care abroad.Therefore, doctors have referred her to Colombia for treatment.This care […]
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed that retroactive payments are now rolling out to public sector workers.As a result, many employees can expect funds to reach their accounts within days. Speaking to State media, the Prime Minister shared the update on government payroll progress.Importantly, he said the Treasury Department has already begun processing payments.Therefore, workers […]
Antigua students are rushing back to the United States as visa rule changes take effect this week.Across the Caribbean, many students are cutting vacations short to avoid travel problems. This sudden movement follows a recent decision by the Trump administration.Washington announced the suspension of some visa categories for citizens of Antigua and Dominica.As a result, […]
Travellers at V.C. Bird International Airport faced long delays on Monday. The main departure-area baggage carousel malfunctioned, causing a backlog at check-in. As a result, passengers waited longer than usual to drop off their checked luggage. Ground staff had to carry bags manually while the carousel was out of service. Consequently, long lines formed at […]
Starting January 1, 2026, a new U.S. law will impose a 1% remittance tax on certain international money transfers. This change affects senders who pay with cash, money orders, or cashier’s checks. Consequently, a $1,000 transfer paid in cash would add $10 in tax. However, not all payment methods are taxed. For example, transfers using […]
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