Hantavirus risk remains low in Antigua and Barbuda, the Ministry of Health says. The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs issued the update over the weekend.Officials said the public has no reason for alarm. At the same time, health authorities continue close monitoring.They act after international reports linked a cruise ship in […]
Gunfire sparked a police chase early Monday on the Sir Sydney Walling Highway.Police are now investigating the full details of the incident. An officer patrolled near the Old Parham Road junction.He observed a white Honda CR-V travelling east along the highway.Shortly after, he heard two loud explosions coming from the vehicle. Immediately, the officer reacted […]
A 33-year-old man has died after spending nearly two weeks on life support. Reports linked his injuries to a fall during an ABLP motorcade. The man, a resident of Newfield, died at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre early Monday morning. He had remained hospitalized since 26th April. According to reports, the incident happened during […]
Nighttime detour measures will take effect tonight along a section of All Saints Road as major infrastructure work begins. The Ministry of Works announced that crews will work between FADI Building Supplies and Fresh and Eazy Supermarket. The temporary traffic changes will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 11th May 2026. The detour will remain […]
Jamale Pringle officially became Antigua and Barbuda’s Leader of the Opposition during a ceremony at Government House on Monday. Governor General Sir Rodney Williams carried out the appointment and described the role as vital to democracy. During the ceremony, Pringle took the Oath of Allegiance, the Oath of Office and the Oath of Secrecy. He […]
Hughes, Wehner, and Azille officially joined the Senate on Monday during a swearing-in ceremony at Government House. Governor General Sir Rodney Williams and Lady Sandra Williams attended the ceremony. The event also marked the formal appointment of Jamale Pringle as Leader of the Opposition following the 30th April general election. Meanwhile, Ashworth Azille, Jonathan Wehner, […]
Police are searching for three masked gunmen after an armed robbery at a Cashew Hill barbershop on Saturday afternoon. The suspects entered the shop while customers were inside. They then stole cash and jewellery from the owner and patrons. Afterward, they fled the scene quickly. Meanwhile, police confirmed that gunshots rang out during the robbery. […]
Foreign fishers are taking advantage of Antigua and Barbuda’s blue waters, according to Defence Chief Brigadier General Telbert Benjamin. He says local fishermen miss out on deep-sea fishing opportunities.Meanwhile, foreign operators move into those richer fishing areas. He explained that most local fishermen stay close to shore.As a result, they do not reach the more […]
Health Minister Michael Joseph has begun a review of operations at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.He started the process shortly after taking up his new ministerial role. He officially assumed duties on May 5.Then, he attended his first Cabinet meeting the following day. After that, he met with Permanent Secretary Stacey Gregg-Paige.They discussed priority […]
Treasury says it has issued retroactive salary payments to many public sector workers. However, some employees still report that they have not received their money. The update covers ministries, departments, and statutory offices across the public service. Even so, concerns continue among workers awaiting payment. For weeks, public servants expected the back pay. Many workers […]
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