St. Joseph’s Academy retained the Caribbean Union Bank Inter-secondary School Debate Championship title on Tuesday after defeating Sir Novelle Richards Academy in the finals. The championship debate took place at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus and attracted strong support from students, teachers, and organisers. Additionally, the Ministry of Education’s Education Broadcasting […]
Cement shortages affecting Antigua and Barbuda could soon ease, according to the government. Officials say dredging work near the cement silos at Crabbes is nearing completion. As a result, cement supplies could improve in the coming weeks. The update came during the 2026 Throne Speech on Tuesday. Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams delivered the address during […]
Air Peace says its Caribbean service does not involve Ebola-affected countries. The Nigerian airline issued the reassurance following health concerns after its inaugural direct flight to Barbados on Sunday. The airline landed at Grantley Adams International Airport during its first direct Nigeria-to-Caribbean service. Soon after the launch, concerns emerged about Ebola cases reported in parts […]
The government says Antigua and Barbuda will produce 14 million gallons of potable water daily by late 2026. Meanwhile, officials continue major upgrades to the national water system. Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams announced the target during Tuesday’s Throne Speech at Parliament’s ceremonial opening. He said the government boosted water production from 3.5 million gallons daily […]
Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams praised major water expansion efforts during Tuesday’s Throne Speech. However, he also warned that ageing pipes still create serious delivery problems. Speaking at Parliament’s ceremonial opening, Sir Rodney said the government had greatly increased water production since 2014. He said the Antigua Public Utilities Authority raised the potable water supply from […]
Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams says Antigua and Barbuda aims to become an “economic powerhouse” and “lifestyle superpower.” He shared the vision during Tuesday’s 2026 Throne Speech at Parliament’s ceremonial opening. Meanwhile, the country begins a new parliamentary term after the April 30 general election. Sir Rodney said the government plans a major national transformation across […]
Canadian national Roselynee Crisostomo has had all cannabis charges withdrawn on medical grounds. Authorities arrested the 48-year-old at V.C. Bird International Airport on March 10. She arrived on an Air Canada flight from Toronto. Police alleged they found 67 pounds of cannabis inside two suitcases. In addition, officers reportedly discovered 61 vacuum-sealed packages during a […]
Motorists will face overnight detours on All Saints Road as major infrastructure works continue. The Ministry of Works said the project area stretches between Belmont Clinic and Bellevue Heights Service Station. The detour begins at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Meanwhile, the traffic changes will remain in place until 7:00 a.m. on Thursday. […]
Malaria-carrying mosquitoes are rare in Antigua Health officials in Antigua and Barbuda are urging the public not to panic after two imported malaria cases were confirmed. They stressed there is no local transmission at this time. Instead, they reassured residents that risk remains very low. Officials explained that the confirmed cases were linked to travel. […]
Global conflicts are raising pressure on Antigua and Barbuda, Governor General Sir Rodney Williams warned during the Speech from the Throne. He spoke during the foreign affairs segment of Tuesday’s parliamentary opening. He said small island states now face growing risks from global instability. Foreign affairs, he added, remain one of the most difficult areas […]
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