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 […]
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. […]
Prime Minister Announces New Digital Initiative Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne says his government will launch a public “citizens’ portal” in 2026. This platform will allow citizens to see every government purchase and contract. Moreover, it is part of a broader governance reform effort following recent controversies over vehicle acquisitions by state entities. […]
Cheaper supermarket prices should reach households within weeks. Moreover, Prime Minister Gaston Browne delivered this message as he unveiled major cost-of-living measures during the 2026 budget presentation. He said the government intends to ease pressure on every family as global prices stabilize. Browne announced that the government will remove the 42 percent Common External Tariff […]
Antigua’s Dr Marshall has achieved a historic milestone as he became the first regional examiner for the National Trinidad Dental Board Examinations. The exams took place on November 27 and 28, 2025. Moreover, his selection marked a major achievement for Antigua’s dental community and strengthened regional professional ties. In addition, Antigua’s veteran dentist joined a […]
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 […]
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 […]
ACB Caribbean launches a wave of new Smart ATMs as the bank works to fix months of service problems across its network. The rollout marks a major step in its promise to improve customer access. To start, the bank activated the first new machines at VillageWalk, Market Street and Thames Street. These locations now offer […]
PM Browne moved swiftly this week as he instructed his legal team to file a US$10 million defamation claim tied to new allegations about the Alfa Nero superyacht. Moreover, he confirmed that a pre-action letter will reach the U.S. firm Boies Schiller Flexner within 48 hours. He also revealed that former political leader Harold Lovell […]
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