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. […]
Over 150 individuals gathered at National Heroes Circle in Kingston on Tuesday to show their support for the Cuban government in the face of mounting pressure from the United States. The demonstration took place as U.S. President Donald Trump issued threats to “take over” the Spanish-speaking Caribbean island. This protest also follows Jamaica’s recent decision […]
German investor confidence has dropped to its lowest level in nearly a year as the ongoing Middle East conflict rattles financial markets in Europe’s largest economy. The ZEW survey, released on March 17, 2026, revealed that sentiment among investors about Germany’s economic future has fallen sharply, with the index dropping 58.8 points in the past […]
A series of significant earthquakes struck various regions around the world on March 17, 2026. A 5.9-magnitude quake hit near Baracoa, Cuba, early Tuesday, followed by a 4.6-magnitude tremor near Saumlaki, Indonesia. These quakes, along with others in the Philippines and Albania, have raised concerns about potential tsunamis and structural damage in affected areas. Seismologists […]
Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical sea lane for global oil and gas trade, following joint strikes by the U.S. and Israel that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other leaders. This move has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, as nearly a third of the world’s liquefied petroleum […]
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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