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Eighty Abducted Worshippers Escape Captivity in Nigeria

Eighty worshippers who were abducted in Nigeria’s Kaduna State have escaped from captivity, according to local reports. The group had been kidnapped during a religious gathering, an incident that shocked communities across the area. The victims reportedly managed to flee when their captors were distracted, escaping from a forest hideout where they were being held. […]

Jamaica Win Women’s Super50 Cup

Jamaica’s women’s cricket team has won the 2026 Cricket West Indies Women’s Super50 Cup after a strong finish to the tournament. The title was sealed with an eight-wicket victory over the Leeward Islands in the final round of matches. Batting first, the Leeward Islands were dismissed for 146 runs, with Reniece Boyce top scoring. Jamaica […]

Jamaica PM Calls for Stronger Caribbean Voice Globally

Jamaica’s Prime Minister has called for a stronger and more united Caribbean presence on the global stage. He said the region must speak with one voice to protect its interests in an increasingly uncertain world. He stressed that Caribbean nations face shared challenges, including climate change, economic vulnerability, and global security risks. According to the […]

ICC and Players’ Body Clash Over T20 World Cup Terms

A dispute has emerged between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) ahead of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup. The disagreement centres on player terms, including commercial rights, workload concerns, and the use of player images during the tournament. The WCA has raised concerns that players were not adequately consulted […]

Trinidad and Tobago- Eight police officers committed to stand trial

Eight police officers in Trinidad and Tobago have been committed to stand trial in connection with a serious criminal case. The decision was made following a preliminary inquiry in the magistrate’s court, where prosecutors presented evidence against the officers. The charges stem from an incident involving the alleged abuse of authority during a police operation. […]

Governance & Civic Awareness Report

Introduction  In Antigua and Barbuda, many young people feel that their voices are not taken seriously in national issues. Adults in authority often judge youth based on social media behaviour instead of recognising the real concerns young people have about the country. Students also notice that government leaders talk about problems during meetings and radio […]

Youth & Education Report

Youth & Education ReportPicture 1 IntroductionThe islands of Antigua and Barbuda continue to grow as a nation that is strongly devoted toits youth, notably the education division of the government. From scholarships which areoffered by different organisations within the country, like the Rotary Club of Antigua, HaloFoundation and the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Programme. One noticeable […]

China

China executes 11 members of gang who ran billion-dollar criminal empire in Myanmar

China executed 11 members of the notorious Ming family criminal gang.They ran mafia-like scam centers in Myanmar and killed workers who tried to escape. The Ming family formed one of the “four families” of northern Myanmar.They operated hundreds of compounds involved in internet fraud, prostitution, and drug production. Moreover, gang members held positions in local […]

Philippines

Philippines ferry disaster kills 18, hundreds rescued at sea

Philippines authorities reported tragedy after a crowded ferry sank early Monday.Philippines rescuers confirmed at least 18 people died in the accident. The ferry carried more than 350 passengers and crew members.It went down near an island in the country’s south. However, rescue teams saved hundreds from the water.Meanwhile, ships and aircraft searched for those still […]

Colombia

Colombia mourns as plane crash kills lawmaker, 14 others

Colombia woke to tragedy after a small passenger plane crashed in the northeast.Colombia confirmed that rescuers found no survivors at the crash site. The aircraft carried 15 people, including two crew members.Among them was Congressman Diógenes Quintero, officials said. The Civil Aeronautics Authority confirmed the deaths on Wednesday.Soon after, the news spread across the country. […]