Miss Caribbean Universe 2025 Desrie Markham will appear as Guest Artist at the 43rd Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Teen Pageant. The announcement has generated strong interest across the pageant and youth communities. Firstly, organizers say her selection reflects the pageant’s focus on leadership and service. In addition, her diverse background aligns with the event’s mission […]
Near-record cold nights affected Antigua and Barbuda over the past several days, meteorological officials confirmed. Temperatures dropped well below seasonal averages, creating unusually cool overnight conditions across the country. According to the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services, minimum temperatures ranged from 14°C to 23°C. These readings equal about 57°F to 73°F. As a result, many […]
Record holiday travel closed out 2025 on a strong note for Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism sector. The country recorded a sharp rise in visitor arrivals during the busy festive period. As a result, officials point to growing confidence in the destination. At the center of the surge stood V.C. Bird International Airport. During the holiday […]
Water taxi operations in St. John’s Harbour are entering a stricter regulatory phase as authorities focus on safety. The Port Authority has begun enforcing tighter compliance rules for all water taxi and pleasure craft operators. As a result, officials aim to reduce risks and improve order across the busy harbour. Firstly, all operators must now […]
At least 15 people died and 19 were injured after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine in western Guatemala. Authorities reported the accident occurred on Saturday along the Inter-American Highway in the Sololá Department, between kilometers 172 and 174. The area often experiences dense fog, which reduces visibility for drivers. Leandro Amado, a local […]
The US economy accelerated over the three months to September, driven by higher consumer spending and a rebound in exports. According to the latest report, the economy expanded at an annual rate of 4.3%, up from 3.8% in the previous quarter. This marks the fastest growth in two years and exceeded most analysts’ expectations of […]
Police are actively investigating the death of Karen Johannsen, an American woman from Paradise View. Her death followed an attack at Dickenson Bay. Reports indicate that around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2025, Johannsen was struck in the back of the head with a blunt object by an unknown male while on a horseback […]
Tyler Perry is facing a sexual assault lawsuit filed by Mario Rodriguez, an actor from Boo! A Madea Halloween. The lawsuit is the second in recent months accusing Perry of using his Hollywood influence to make unwanted sexual advances. Rodriguez filed the suit Thursday in California, seeking at least $77 million in damages. He alleges […]
Harold Carter, the last surviving member of the historic 39ers, has died at the age of 97. He passed away on Friday, shortly after celebrating his 97th birthday, marking the end of a significant chapter in Antigua and Barbuda’s political history. Carter was among the 13 protesters arrested in 1951 after leading demonstrations against the […]
One in three residents of Antigua and Barbuda was born overseas, underscoring the powerful role migration plays in Caribbean societies. New data from the International Organization for Migration, based on UNDESA mid-year 2024 estimates, shows wide variation in migrant populations across CARICOM countries. Antigua and Barbuda leads the region, with foreign-born residents accounting for about […]
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