PM Gaston Browne has announced that public servants can now claim wages lost during the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. This ends a long-standing dispute from the pandemic. The mandate, introduced in mid-2021, required public-sector employees to be vaccinated as COVID-19 cases rose. Similarly, some private-sector workers in high-risk roles were also included. Workers who refused the […]
Government officials announced that families who already paid CXC exam fees for June 2026 will receive full refunds. This follows the recent decision to cover all CXC costs starting in the 2026 academic year. Prime Minister Gaston Browne first shared the update on social media. Moreover, Education Minister Daryll Matthew confirmed the news in Parliament […]
Catastrophic flooding struck Washington state early on Dec. 11 as an atmospheric river dumped heavy rain. Consequently, rivers rose to dangerous levels. Forecasters warned that record-breaking floods could occur along the Skagit and Snohomish Rivers through Dec. 11. Furthermore, more flooding is expected across the Cascade Foothills and Puget Sound through Dec. 12. Interstate 90 […]
PAHO is urging countries across the Americas to prepare for a sharp rise in flu and respiratory viruses. And importantly, the warning carries extra weight for the Caribbean, where health systems often face seasonal pressure. The agency released a new epidemiological alert as the Northern Hemisphere enters its peak virus season. Moreover, PAHO says countries […]
US Seizes Sanctioned Oil Tanker Off Venezuela, Trump Says American authorities seized a sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday. Consequently, tensions rose sharply. Trump said the vessel was “very large, the largest ever,” and hinted that the oil would remain in US control. Meanwhile, Venezuela called the seizure “blatant theft” […]
Minister Melford Nicholas announced plans to establish regulations requiring private CCTV owners to provide footage to police. Consequently, law enforcement would gain broader access to critical evidence. Speaking during the Budget Debate, Nicholas highlighted that communities like Pigeon Point have installed private cameras to improve neighborhood safety. Meanwhile, he noted that these systems often operate […]
Bird flu outbreaks have struck two poultry farms in Lincolnshire. And now officials are moving fast to contain the spread. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) confirmed both cases at commercial breeder sites. Moreover, authorities have set up strict control zones. A protection zone covers almost two miles (3km) around each farm. […]
Antigua is enjoying a record surge in cruise arrivals this December. And the twin-island nation continues to welcome ships at an impressive pace. Cruise traffic is climbing fast, and the local economy is feeling the benefits. Moreover, tourism officials say the strong momentum will continue. Antigua Cruise Port in St John’s Harbour is now a […]
Community volunteers in Barbuda are gaining new skills through a series of emergency response trainings. The National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) launched the program to build local resilience. Currently, 25 participants from different districts are attending a four-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. It began on Monday and focuses on practical skills. Furthermore, […]
Commissioner Jeffers of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda (RPFAB) marked Human Rights Day with a clear message. He called for respect, fairness, and unity across the nation. Today, the RPFAB joins the global community in observing Human Rights Day. Moreover, the force reaffirms its commitment to protecting individual rights, freedoms, and dignity. […]
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