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American Pilot Killed in Papua Rebel Attack

Indonesia’s military has recovered the body of an American pilot who was killed by separatist rebels in the country’s eastern Papua region. The attack has drawn renewed attention to the long-running conflict between Indonesian security forces and armed groups seeking independence for the resource-rich territory. The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) said its fighters […]

Bermuda

Bermuda Survey Highlights Pregnancy Drinking Concerns

A new survey in Bermuda has found that binge drinking during pregnancy remains a concern, even as fewer women are smoking. Health officials say the findings will help shape future education and support programmes. The Survey of Pregnant Women 2025 collected anonymous responses from 60 pregnant women. The Department for National Drug Control surveyed the […]

Cabinet

Cabinet Approves Major Investments in Health and Development

The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda met on 1 July 2026 to review key national issues. Members approved new measures to strengthen healthcare, housing, education, and economic growth. The Cabinet reviewed the Government’s second-quarter fiscal report. Customs collected more revenue during the first six months of 2026 than during the same period last year. Higher […]

Firebomb

Firebomb Attacks Kill One, Injure Several in Greece

Firebomb attacks on the homes of members of Greece’s governing New Democracy party left one person dead and several others injured in the northern city of Thessaloniki. Authorities said three separate attacks took place between 4 a.m. and 4:45 a.m. The attackers used homemade explosive devices made from camping gas canisters. The first two explosions […]

Rescuers

Rescuers Pull Man Alive Eight Days After Venezuela Quakes

Rescuers made an incredible discovery in Venezuela after they found a 43-year-old man alive beneath a collapsed building eight days after the twin earthquakes struck on June 24. Hernan Gil, a security guard, survived under the rubble of a seven-story building in Catia La Mar. The rescue brought cheers from emergency crews who had worked […]

Europe

Europe Heat Wave Drives Surge in Air Conditioner Sales

Europe is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave that is driving a sharp increase in demand for air conditioners. As temperatures continue to rise, more households and businesses are looking for ways to stay cool. Asian manufacturers, including Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, Midea and Mitsubishi Electric, have reported strong sales across several European markets. The growing […]

Canada

Canada Strengthens CARICOM Partnership on Security and Climate

Canada and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have renewed their commitment to closer cooperation on regional security, economic growth and climate resilience. The agreement followed high-level talks during the Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly in Panama. The meeting reviewed progress under the Canada-CARICOM Strategic Partnership, which was launched in 2023. Ministers said global challenges […]

Death

Death Toll From Ghana Flood Climbs to 12

Death Toll From Ghana Flood has risen to at least 12 after severe flooding hit Accra, Ghana’s capital. Emergency services confirmed the updated figure on Tuesday. The floods followed heavy rain that began on Monday. The rain submerged roads and homes across the coastal city. It also forced large-scale rescue operations across several neighbourhoods. Death […]

Key

Key Venezuela Port Opens With US Aid as Burials Begin

Key Venezuela Port reopened after the US military repaired the Port of La Guaira. The move helps speed up aid delivery after the twin earthquakes. The disaster has killed more than 1,700 people. It has also injured about 5,000. Many others remain missing, but officials have not given a final count. Key Venezuela Port sits […]

Eight

Eight Antiguans Rescued After Boat Begins Sinking Off Antigua

Eight Antiguans were rescued at sea after their vessel began sinking while returning to Antigua from St. Kitts. The incident took place Monday morning, about 19 miles off the coast of Antigua. The passengers faced an emergency when the boat started taking on water during the return trip. Aventure Antigua owner Eli Fuller responded after […]