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PM

PM Browne vows to work harder after swearing-in for fourth term

PM Browne vows to work harder as he begins his fourth term in office. He made the pledge after his swearing-in ceremony. Meanwhile, Gaston Browne addressed the nation on Friday. He promised stronger efforts to improve living standards. In addition, he said he will continue to serve with full commitment. He stressed that he will […]

Official

Official Declaration of Results by ABEC

ABEC official election results Antigua and Barbuda were officially declared by the Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission. The declaration followed the General Elections held on 30th April, 2026. Meanwhile, the Commission confirmed the results under Section 30 (5) of the Representation of the People (Amendment) Act 2001. Therefore, all elected candidates across 17 constituencies were […]

Wickham

Wickham questions Pringle’s future as UPP leader

Wickham questions the future leadership of Jamale Pringle within the United Progressive Party. He raised concerns after the recent general election. Meanwhile, regional pollster Peter Wickham shared his analysis. He suggested the party may look beyond Pringle for long-term leadership. In addition, he said Pringle’s role as opposition leader came from election results. Therefore, it […]

Rotary

Rotary Club of Antigua supports Scrub Life Cares health expo

Rotary Club of Antigua supports Scrub Life Cares with a health initiative for women and girls. The group confirmed a financial contribution this week. Meanwhile, the Rotary Club of Antigua provided XCD 2,500 in funding. The donation supports the upcoming health expo. In addition, the support went to Scrub Life Cares. The group leads the […]

ABWU

ABWU calls for stronger worker protections before Labour Day

ABWU is calling for stronger protections and greater fairness for workers. The union shared this message ahead of Labour Day. Meanwhile, Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union marked Labour Week with a clear theme. It focused on social development and equity. In addition, General Secretary David Massiah highlighted past achievements. He pointed to the Labour Code […]

Thousands

Thousands of students prepare for May-June CXC exams

Thousands of students across the Caribbean are preparing for May-June CXC exams. Officials urge focus and confidence during this period. Meanwhile, Caribbean Examinations Council continues to guide candidates. Registrar Dr. Wayne Wesley addressed students ahead of exams. In his message, he encouraged students to stay focused. He also reminded them of the Council’s support. Therefore, […]

MAAB

MAAB mourns Dr Ramamurthi Bekal, veteran surgeon

MAAB mourns Dr Ramamurthi Bekal, a respected retired surgeon in Antigua and Barbuda. He passed away peacefully at home on April 28, 2026. Meanwhile, the Medical Association of Antigua and Barbuda shared condolences. It joined the wider medical community in mourning his loss. In addition, Dr Ramamurthi Bekal was 94 years old. He served as […]

Nation

Nation mourns Philbert Mason, weather pioneer

Nation mourns the loss of Philbert Mason, a respected meteorologist. He died on April 28 in the United States. He was 75. For decades, he guided Antigua and Barbuda through storms. Therefore, many saw him as a steady voice. In fact, he served 37 years in the Meteorological Service. Over time, he became a national […]

Man

Man jailed 38 months after case involving minor

Man jailed for 38 months after a court case involving a minor. The sentence followed a guilty plea. The man is in his late twenties. Initially, the court heard that he met the girl on social media. This contact began in early 2022. Soon after, they exchanged messages online. During those chats, the girl shared […]

Pringle

Pringle confident after voting in 2026 election

Pringle confident after casting his ballot in the 2026 general election. He also urged strong voter turnout across Antigua and Barbuda. Meanwhile, Jamale Pringle spoke shortly after voting on Thursday. He leads the United Progressive Party. He called voting a powerful civic duty. In addition, he urged citizens to turn out in large numbers. He […]