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Clement Antonio Resigns as Johnson Prepares for Senate Role

Clement Antonio has resigned from the Upper House of Parliament. Moreover, his resignation allows him to assume his new post as Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China. He will now transition from legislative duties to diplomatic service. Antonio’s departure also opens a seat in the Senate. Furthermore, the vacancy has created […]

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US Hits Out at EU Over €120m Fine on X (Twitter)

US officials have criticised the European Union after it fined Elon Musk’s social media platform X €120 million. The EU said X misleads users by allowing paid blue checkmarks without meaningful verification. Moreover, the Commission warned this practice exposes users to impersonation, scams, and other forms of manipulation. The EU said X also failed to […]

PM

PM Announces Major Revamp of Treasury Operations

PM Gaston Browne has announced a major overhaul of the Treasury Department for 2026. He said the reform will modernize operations and strengthen financial management across the public sector. Browne made the announcement during his 2026 National Budget presentation. He described the upgrade as one of the most important administrative changes planned for the new […]

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$60 Million Spent on Back Pay Since 2022

$60 million in retroactive wages has already been paid to public servants since 2022, Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced on Thursday. He added that another payout will be made this month as the government continues clearing longstanding arrears across the public sector. Browne delivered the update during his 2026 National Budget presentation. He highlighted the […]

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Four Antigua Resorts Nominated for Top Caribbean Award

Four of Antigua’s resorts are making waves in the Caribbean travel scene. In fact, they were recently nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The recognition highlights the island’s growing reputation as a premier vacation destination. Royalton Antigua, Hermitage Bay, Galley Bay Resort and Spa, and Curtain Bluff all earned spots in the […]

Antigua

Antigua and Barbuda Records $254.9M Primary Surplus

Antigua and Barbuda posted a strong fiscal performance in 2026. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced a primary surplus of $254.9 million. Additionally, the overall surplus reached $116.3 million. Browne told Parliament these results show a clear turnaround from the deficits his administration inherited 11 years ago. He said disciplined fiscal management, steady economic growth, and […]

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Prime Minister Announces Rise in Minimum Wage by July 2026

Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced that Antigua and Barbuda will raise the minimum wage by July 2026. He added that the Minimum Wage Committee has already started preparing its recommendations. Browne made the announcement during the presentation of the 2026 national budget. He told Parliament that the government is committed to supporting workers at the […]

Public

Public Servants to Receive New Pay Increase by July 2026

Public servants in Antigua and Barbuda will receive a new round of salary increases by July 2026. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced the plan during the presentation of the 2026 national budget. The increases come as the government completes a nationwide reclassification exercise. This effort aims to modernize pay across the public service. Additionally, it […]

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Lovell Moves to Sue Prime Minister Over Facebook Post

Lovell says he will sue Prime Minister Gaston Browne after a heated online dispute this week. The clash intensified when Browne posted several documents on Facebook, including a vehicle registration in Lovell’s name. The issue began on Tuesday when Browne shared images of vehicle-related documents. He questioned whether Opposition members obtained duty-free waivers legally. He […]

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PM Browne Promises Free Tuition at UWI Five Islands

PM Gaston Browne announced major education reforms that will reshape Antigua and Barbuda’s future. He pledged free tuition for qualifying citizens at the UWI Five Islands Campus once expansion works finish. He delivered the announcement during his 2026 National Budget presentation. Browne highlighted education as a key pillar of national growth. He said the government […]