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ABEC Wins Prestigious International Award for Excellence in Electoral Management

The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission (ABEC) has received international recognition for its outstanding work in electoral management, earning a global award for excellence from the International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS). The award celebrates ABEC’s dedication to transparency, innovation, and professionalism in organizing free and fair elections across the nation. It highlights the commission’s […]

Antigua and Barbuda Art Week: Showcasing the Creative Pulse of the Caribbean

Antigua and Barbuda is gearing up to host Art Week, a vibrant celebration of Caribbean creativity, culture, and community. The festival will spotlight the twin-island nation’s rich artistic heritage through exhibitions, live performances, workshops, and collaborations among local and international artists. Set against the stunning backdrop of the islands, Art Week aims to position Antigua […]

Caribbean Cannabis Regulators Unite at Cannabliss SVG 2025

Cannabis regulators from across the Caribbean, including representatives from Antigua and Barbuda, recently met to advance collaboration on the development and regulation of the regional cannabis industry. The meeting, organized by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), focused on harmonizing policies and addressing shared challenges such as product standards, export opportunities, and the prevention of illegal trade. […]

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Megabounce 2025 Draws Thousands

The Megabounce 2025 event was a spectacular success, drawing thousands of excited attendees from across Antigua and Barbuda. The family-friendly extravaganza turned the venue into a sea of colour, laughter, and movement as children, parents, and young adults enjoyed a full day of high-energy fun and entertainment. From massive inflatables and obstacle courses to interactive […]

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Antigua Host 2025 Caribbean Dinghy Championship

Antigua and Barbuda is set to host the prestigious 2025 Caribbean Dinghy Championship from October 24 to 26 at the Antigua Yacht Club. This highly anticipated sailing event, approved by the Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA), will gather top sailors from across the Caribbean region to compete in six boat classes, including Optimist, ILCA 4, ILCA […]

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Cruise Port Launches Record-Breaking Season

Antigua Cruise Port Launches Record-Breaking 2025-2026 Season The 2025/2026 cruise season at Antigua Cruise Port officially began on October 2 with the arrival of Rhapsody of the Seas, kicking off what promises to be the busiest season in the port’s history. Running from October 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026, the season is expected to […]

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High Surf Warning for Antigua and Barbuda

A high surf warning has been issued for Antigua and Barbuda due to large and dangerous waves expected over the next few days. Forecasts predict that wave heights could exceed 12 feet (about 3 meters), creating hazardous conditions along the island’s coastlines. The strongest waves are expected to impact the northern, eastern, and southern shores, […]

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Makhoul Family Donates $13,500 to SLBMC

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, October 3, 2025 — The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has received a generous donation of $13,500 XCD from the Makhoul family, given in loving memory of their mother, Marie Makhoul, who passed away from ovarian and lung cancer. Of the total, $10,000 was contributed by the family and an additional $3,500 by […]

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Rhapsody of the Seas Opens Antigua Cruise Season

Rhapsody of the Seas arrived on October 2, 2025, officially opening the cruise season for Antigua & Barbuda and welcoming thousands of travelers to the island. This marked the season’s inaugural call at Antigua Cruise Port, where the local community greeted the ship with enthusiasm. The return of cruise activities has brought new energy to […]

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OECS Celebrates Teachers’ Week 2025

The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has joined the world in marking World Teachers’ Week 2025, under the theme “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession.” The message highlights that teaching is not just a career but a calling that requires commitment, creativity, and care. Teachers across OECS member states are praised for their role […]