Iran will boycott next week’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., citing visa restrictions for its soccer officials. The decision comes after the U.S. denied visas to members of Iran’s delegation. According to the state-run IRNA news agency, the obstacles go beyond normal sports procedures. Iran’s soccer federation spokesman, Amir-Mahdi Alavi, said the federation […]
Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbuda has congratulated Dr. Godwin Friday on his election as Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines. Browne sent his message from Morocco on November 28, where he is attending an international conference. He emphasized Antigua and Barbuda’s readiness to deepen cooperation with the new government in […]
Billions of dollars are being made available to help Jamaica recover from Hurricane Melissa. The Category 5 storm struck on October 28, causing an estimated $8.8 billion in damage. This is the costliest hurricane in Jamaica’s history. Damage equals roughly 41% of the country’s 2024 GDP, according to the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank […]
Twenty-five young leaders received recognition at the 2025 National Youth Awards on November 29. The event was held at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus. National Youth Delegate Donte Walter and educator Anique Adams hosted the ceremony. In addition, presentations came from All Saints Secondary School, Wendy Ferris, Keiven Cox, and The […]
Heavy rainfall has unleashed deadly floods and landslides across Asia, killing more than 1,100 people this week. Hundreds remain missing. Millions of people are facing intense flooding in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia after cyclone-fueled downpours battered the region. In Sri Lanka, Cyclone Ditwah triggered mudslides and floods. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the disaster struck […]
AIDS Secretariat officials say their “Teen Talk Seminar: My Life, My Choices” was a major success, as the event brought together students from ten secondary schools across Antigua and Barbuda. The seminar formed part of the Secretariat’s 2025 World AIDS Day Week of Activities. The initiative aimed to empower teenagers with practical knowledge and stronger […]
Trump has ordered a sweeping pause on all asylum decisions after a tragic shooting involving two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., earlier this week. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow said the halt will remain “until we can ensure that every alien is vetted and screened to the maximum degree possible.” The […]
United States officials congratulated Saint Vincent and the Grenadines after the nation completed its general elections. The statement praised the peaceful process and highlighted the strong commitment of Vincentian voters to democracy. Moreover, U.S. leaders said they look forward to working closely with Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday. They noted that the new government offers […]
Grateful survivors in Hong Kong are trying to piece their lives together after a massive apartment fire left at least 128 people dead. The blaze, which erupted Wednesday at the Wang Fuk Court complex in Tai Po, burned for more than 40 hours and destroyed seven of the eight high-rise buildings. William Li, 40, was […]
Death toll from Sri Lanka’s floods and mudslides keeps rising as rescue teams push through dangerous terrain and worsening weather. Authorities confirmed 132 deaths by Saturday and noted 176 people still missing. The Disaster Management Center added that nearly 78,000 residents have been displaced and are staying in temporary shelters across the country. Moreover, officials […]
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