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Dale Destin Urges Stronger Tsunami Preparedness

Dale Destin is urging Antigua and Barbuda to strengthen tsunami preparedness after Saturday’s strong earthquake. Moreover, he warned that the quake should serve as a serious reminder about the region’s seismic risks. The earthquake struck around 10:50 a.m. local time on May 16. According to the United States Geological Survey, the quake measured 6.1 magnitude. […]

Carlisle

Carlisle Bay Employee Earns Global Hospitality Honour

Carlisle Bay employee Kalin Fontaine has earned international recognition after receiving a major hospitality award for luxury service excellence. Moreover, Fontaine ranked among the world’s top 10 hospitality professionals for 2026. According to a statement from Carlisle Bay, Fontaine received a 2026 Leading Quality Assurance Sirius Award. In addition, she placed among the top 10 […]

ABLP

ABLP Thanksgiving Service Calls for Unity After Win

ABLP supporters, ministers, and church leaders gathered on Sunday for a national thanksgiving service after the party’s election victory. The service took place at St. John’s Pentecostal Church House of Restoration. Moreover, organizers described the event as both spiritual and national in focus. Cabinet ministers, senators-designate, diplomats, and supporters attended the gathering. In addition, church […]

Government

Government Says Development Projects Will Continue After Election

Government projects launched before the April 30 election will continue across Antigua and Barbuda, Prime Minister Gaston Browne said this week. Moreover, he insisted the administration plans to expand several national development programmes. Speaking on Pointe FM, Browne rejected claims that recent works were only linked to the election campaign. Instead, he said the government […]

Cedar

Cedar Grove Teachers Celebrated on Appreciation Day

Teachers at Cedar Grove Primary School received special recognition during Teachers’ Appreciation Day celebrations this week. The event honoured educators for their dedication to students and their continued contribution to national development. In addition, teachers received gifts and words of encouragement for their service. As part of the celebration, St. John’s Rural North MP H. […]

Senator

Senator Blames Energy Delays for Higher Bills

Senator Jonathan Wehner has criticized the government over rising electricity costs in Antigua and Barbuda. His comments came after the Antigua Public Utilities Authority increased its fuel variation charge for May. Moreover, Wehner argued that years of delays on renewable energy projects have left residents paying more for electricity. Speaking in a social media post […]

Antigua

Antigua Falcons Unveil Core Squad for CPL 2026

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have started revealing key players for the 2026 Caribbean Premier League season. The franchise announced several regional stars as preparations continue for CPL 2026. Moreover, the team said it is building a strong squad for the upcoming tournament. Among the players confirmed are West Indies cricketers Evin Lewis, Fabian Allen, Alzarri […]

No

No Tsunami Threat After Strong Antigua Quake

No tsunami threat was reported after a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck near Antigua on Saturday morning. The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre shared the preliminary information shortly after the quake. According to the SRC, the earthquake occurred at 10:50 a.m. local time on May 16, 2026. In addition, officials said the quake […]

Moderate

Moderate Air Quality Alert Issued Over Dust

Moderate air quality conditions have prompted an official alert in Antigua and Barbuda as Saharan dust continues affecting the country. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services issued the advisory at 8:30 p.m. on Friday. According to officials, the dust surge marks the sixth major Saharan dust event affecting the country in 2026. Moreover, the Meteorological […]

Police

Police Hunt Suspects After Hatton, Bendals Robberies

Police in Antigua and Barbuda are searching for suspects after two separate robberies in Hatton and Bendals. Meanwhile, investigators are asking the public for help as both cases remain active. The first incident happened in Hatton around 8 a.m. on Friday, May 15. Officers from the Gray’s Farm Police Station responded after reports of an […]