Family fun ride organizers at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre are inviting the public to join an awareness event this Sunday. The annual World Down Syndrome Awareness Family Fun Ride takes place on March 22, 2026. Meanwhile, organizers aim to promote inclusion across the island. The event is planned in collaboration with the Antigua […]
PM Gaston Browne has congratulated Randy Baltimore following his strong by-election victory in St. Philip’s North. The by-election took place on Monday. Meanwhile, Baltimore secured a clear win over Alex Browne of the United Progressive Party. Baltimore represented the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party. As a result, political observers described his victory as decisive. In […]
Iran police have arrested 500 people accused of spying for Israel, according to officials. Commander Ahmadreza Radan of the Islamic Republic of Iran Police Command confirmed the arrests on the 15th. He said the suspects shared information with the enemy. According to Reuters, Radan said half of the cases involved serious incidents. He explained that […]
Young performers took center stage at the National Junior Solo Competition on March 15th, 2026. The event was held at The UWI Global Campus. Meanwhile, it showcased the exceptional skills of youth steel pan players. Furthermore, the audience enjoyed captivating performances, vibrant energy, and infectious enthusiasm throughout the evening. Fourteen young artists competed, impressing judges […]
United Taxi Company (UTC) is preparing members for potential fuel price increases as the Middle East conflict escalates. The conflict involves Iran, a major oil producer, and continues to affect global energy markets. Consequently, transport operators in Antigua and Barbuda are anxious about costs. Recently, West Indies Oil Company confirmed its latest fuel shipment arrived […]
St John’s Public Cemetery will stop accepting new burials on March 31, 2026, the government announced. This decision comes as the historic site reaches full capacity. During this week’s post-Cabinet briefing, Director of Communications Maurice Merchant confirmed the closure. He explained that only new graves will be affected. Families with existing plots can continue burials […]
Police have confirmed that the Chantel Alert System is now fully operational to help locate missing children. According to officials, the system uses the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) to send urgent information quickly across multiple platforms. Therefore, alerts may appear on phones, social media, and sometimes as text messages. Commissioner Everton Jeffers said, “The information […]
Antigua and Barbuda has officially announced its team for the 2026 CARIFTA Games. The event runs from April 4th to 6th in Grenada over Easter weekend. The Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association (ABAA) revealed athletes across Under-17, Under-20, and junior categories. The team includes both male and female competitors, covering sprints, middle-distance, jumps, and throws. […]
Antigua and Barbuda successfully defended its debating crown at the 54th Annual Leeward Islands Debating Competition. Antigua and Barbuda secured victory over Nevis in the final. The debate took place on Sunday, March 15. The event was held at the Nevis Performing Arts Centre. The competition brought together student debaters from across the region. Antigua […]
Newfield man in his thirties died after a confrontation with his mother-in-law at their home. According to preliminary reports, the man entered the house and allegedly tried to sexually assault his mother-in-law. As a result, the argument escalated, and the man suffered fatal injuries during the clash. Additionally, the man was later found in nearby […]
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