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Agriculture

Agriculture Ministry Acquires New Equipment to Support Farmers

Agriculture Ministry has begun receiving new heavy-duty equipment and tractors. This move aims to strengthen support for farmers. According to Minister Hon. Anthony Smith Jr., the acquisition marks a key step in developing the Ministry’s equipment unit. Consequently, capacity to assist farmers will improve. The new machinery will support many agricultural activities. For instance, it […]

Antigua

Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association Parade a Big Success

Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association (ABDA) hosted a lively parade on March 20, 2026. The event celebrated World Oral Health Day. Firstly, the parade followed the theme “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life.” Consequently, the streets were full of color, music, and smiling faces. Moreover, children, healthcare workers, educators, and community members joined the […]

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More Than $300K Cannabis Seized at Airport

More than $300,000 worth of cannabis was intercepted at V.C. Bird International Airport last week. The major drug bust followed a joint law enforcement operation. Firstly, officers acted on intelligence and moved quickly. The operation took place on Friday, March 20. It happened at the airport’s Customs Cargo Shed. Moreover, teams from several units worked […]

Full

Full Slate Set as ABLP Finalizes 17 Candidates

Full slate of 17 candidates has been finalized by the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party. The announcement comes as general elections draw closer. Firstly, the party confirmed its lineup ahead of a key convention. This convention is set for April 12. As a result, the list now awaits formal ratification. Meanwhile, the candidates were endorsed […]

Court

Court Reduces “Mongoose” Gun Sentence

Court of Appeal has reduced the prison sentence of Oszie Kelvin Russell, also known as “Mongoose.” As a result, he will now serve one year and ten months. Previously, Russell received a sentence of three and a half years. However, his attorneys challenged that ruling. Therefore, the court reviewed the case. The appeal was led […]

ABS

ABS Set to Move to Caribbean Cinemas Building by June

ABS is set to relocate to the Caribbean Cinemas building by June. The move follows an agreement finalized between the government and the property owner. Information Minister Melford Nicholas confirmed the development. He emphasized that finding a permanent location for ABS has been a longstanding challenge. Previously, the broadcaster operated from temporary locations. Initially, ABS […]

Mejia

Mejia Murder Case Committed to May Assizes

Mejia murder case has been committed to the May Assizes. This follows the filing of the prosecution’s evidence list in court. The case involves Angela Mejia, who faces charges for killing nine-year-old Chantel Crump. The matter was addressed in St. John’s Magistrates’ Court on Monday. Firstly, prosecutors submitted an updated exhibit list. The list includes […]

UPP

UPP Drops Wayne Marsh as St Paul Candidate

UPP has dropped Wayne Benjamin Marsh as its St. Paul candidate. The decision follows a citizenship eligibility issue. According to party leader Jamale Pringle, Marsh will not contest the upcoming general elections. Therefore, the party must name a replacement soon. Marsh, an attorney, had served as the party’s caretaker in St. Paul. Consequently, he spent […]

US

US to Lift Iran Oil Sanctions Amid Surging Prices

US officials are temporarily lifting sanctions on Iranian oil to ease a worsening global energy crisis. This move is urgent. The Trump administration has already released strategic reserves and eased some Russian oil sanctions. Yet prices continue to rise sharply. Brent crude recently hit $112 per barrel, near a three-and-a-half-year high. US gas prices now […]

Nearly

Nearly Half of Voters Yet to Replace ID Cards

Nearly half of eligible Antiguans and Barbudans have yet to replace their voter ID cards. This creates a growing concern. The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission reports that only 19,567 applications have been received. About 20,000 voters remain unregistered. The replacement drive began in August 2024. It targeted holders of expired voter ID cards. However, […]