Government officials move to subsidize air travel between Antigua and Barbuda to reduce rising ticket costs. According to Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant, Cabinet approved financial support in principle. The plan aims to lower fares and help travelers. “Cabinet recognized the urgent need to address high airfare between Antigua and Barbuda,” Merchant said. He […]
Antigua and Barbuda is considering a ticketing system for public smoking violations. This move aims to reduce court cases and create consistent law enforcement. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet is reviewing how the law is applied. The review follows concerns about inconsistent interpretation and enforcement. “For public smoking, there are varying interpretations,” […]
Pensioners in Antigua and Barbuda will receive a 5% increase in payments. This decision follows Cabinet’s move to expand wage relief measures. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said the increase builds on last week’s adjustment for public servants. Therefore, the government is now extending support to more groups. “The Cabinet approved a 5% increase […]
Antigua and Barbuda is moving to relax strict dress code rules in public offices. This decision follows reports that some people were turned away while seeking services. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet reviewed these concerns. He noted that current rules may be too rigid. As a result, some individuals could not complete […]
Antigua and Barbuda has appointed Jamaican dancehall artist Masicka as a cultural ambassador. This move supports youth development and expands the creative industries. Director of Communications Maurice Merchant announced the decision during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing. He explained that Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene brought the proposal forward. According to Merchant, the initiative aims to […]
Two teenagers were killed in a suspected drive-by shooting in Villa on Thursday. As a result, the incident has left the community in shock. The victims were identified as Omari Lewis and Brianna Clark. Reports indicate that the two were in a relationship. Both died from injuries sustained during the shooting. Meanwhile, police and Emergency […]
The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is entering a decisive stage, with playoffs across Europe and other regions set to determine the final teams. In the UEFA playoffs, the format is tense and unforgiving. Teams must win single knockout matches and then a final to qualify, leaving no room for error. Several well-known […]
Iran has rejected a United States proposal to end the ongoing war. Officials in Tehran said the plan was unfair and did not meet their basic conditions. Instead, Iran submitted its own proposal and said it will only agree to peace on its own terms. The US plan was reportedly delivered through Pakistan and included […]
Richard Lewis, MP for St. John’s Rural West, says he spends his own money to fix local infrastructure. According to him, government inaction forces him to step in. For example, he repaired public facilities, patched roads, and improved drainage using personal funds. Moreover, he filled gaps that authorities neglected. He explained, “One time I bought […]
Antigua and Barbuda joined CARICOM in observing the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery. On this day, the CARICOM Reparations Commission honours the 15 million African men, women, and children who suffered chattel enslavement for over three centuries. Furthermore, the Commission remembers the horrors of the Middle Passage, the brutality of slavery, […]
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