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Kidney

Kidney health drive launched in Barbuda to cut risks

Kidney health efforts have begun in Barbuda to fight rising disease risks. The new initiative focuses on education, early detection, and prevention. Therefore, residents can better protect their health. The project is led by the World Kidney Day Team. It also partners with the Antigua and Barbuda Samaritan Society. In addition, support comes from the […]

Historic

Historic Catholic school to house national art gallery

Historic change is coming to St. John’s as a former Catholic school gains new life. The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a national art gallery. Therefore, the country moves forward in cultural development. The gallery will be located near Government House. This places it in a key area of the capital. Moreover, Gaston […]

Antigua

Antigua and Barbuda to sell Crown lands to long-term residents

Antigua and Barbuda is launching a program to sell Crown lands to long-term occupants. Under the plan, residents living on Crown lands for over ten years can purchase up to a quarter-acre. The rate will be EC$1.00 per square foot. Cabinet says this policy supports homeownership and security of tenure. Therefore, citizens gain both stability […]

Below

Below-normal rainfall, drought warning issued for Antigua and Barbuda

Below-normal rainfall will hit Antigua and Barbuda this March, forecasters warn. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service predicts a 75 percent chance rainfall will be below to near normal. Most likely, the island will receive about 40 millimetres. At the same time, there is a 45 percent chance of below-normal rainfall. By contrast, the chance […]

Fernandez

Fernandez boosts student success with annual laptop gift

Fernandez has once again shown his strong commitment to education in St. John’s Rural North. This year, he distributed over 20 laptops to the 2025 graduating class of Cedar Grove Primary School. Moreover, the initiative marks nearly ten consecutive years of supporting students with digital tools. Each laptop is fully equipped for online learning. Therefore, […]

Urgent

Urgent blood donation appeal issued for hospitalised man in Antigua

Urgent help is needed for Joseph Anthony, who is currently in the hospital and requires blood immediately. MP Kelvin ‘Shugy’ Simon posted on social media and urged the public to act quickly. He said, “Joseph Anthony is currently in the hospital and urgently needs blood. Any blood type can help.” Furthermore, donating blood could save […]

Antigua

Antigua PM Gaston Browne honoured for global peace advocacy

Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne received an award for his work promoting global peace. The International Association of World Peace Advocates presented the honour. Therefore, Browne’s stance on conflict resolution received international recognition. He has long advocated that the Caribbean remain a “Zone of Peace.” Furthermore, he continues to call for an end to conflict […]

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Two Women and Two Children Hit After Driver Blackout in Clark’s Hill

Two women and two children were hit by a vehicle while sheltering at a bus stop in Clark’s Hill. The driver reportedly suffered a blackout. The incident happened when a jeep veered off the road. Consequently, it struck the group standing under the bus stop. Witnesses said the driver lost consciousness shortly before the collision. […]

Antiguan

Antiguan Educator Named SC Teacher of the Year Finalist

Antiguan educator Alex Wharton has earned a major honor in the United States. She is now a finalist for South Carolina Teacher of the Year. Notably, Wharton teaches Special Education at Berkely High School. She has served students there for many years. As a result, she has built a strong reputation for care and dedication. […]