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HAPPI Builds New Eight-Bedroom Home for Family of 30

HAPPI is building a new home for a family of nearly 30 people in Antigua and Barbuda. The project is replacing an aging wooden house with a modern eight-bedroom, four-bathroom home. Before-and-after photos shared by the Helping Antigua and Barbuda Progress Initiative show how much the site has changed. The images highlight the progress already […]

Scientists call for increased disaster readiness

The Seismic Research Centre (SRC) of the University of the West Indies has urged Caribbean countries to remain alert and prepared following a series of significant earthquakes in Venezuela. The centre noted that while no major regional damage has been reported, seismic activity in the area serves as a reminder of the Caribbean’s exposure to […]

U-20 Captain Set to Miss CONCACAF Championship

The Antigua and Barbuda U-20 national football team is expected to be without its captain for the upcoming CONCACAF Championship following a disciplinary incident. The player’s absence is seen as a significant blow to the squad as they prepare for one of the region’s key youth tournaments. Team officials have not released full details of […]

Thousands

Thousands of immigrants scammed in visa fraud case

An attorney in Washington state faces lawsuits after thousands of immigrants accused her of fraud in humanitarian visa cases. Thousands of immigrants say she promised legal status in the United States, but instead submitted false claims in their names. They say the firm created stories of domestic abuse and human trafficking without their knowledge or […]

La Shanti Cooper Pleads Not Guilty

La Shanti Cooper has pleaded not guilty to charges arising from a fatal traffic collision that claimed the life of Keane Gregoire. The plea was entered during a court appearance as legal proceedings continue in connection with the incident. The case stems from a crash that resulted in Gregoire’s death and attracted significant public attention. […]

Antigua Will Deny Deported LGBTQ Migrants

Antigua and Barbuda will not accept deported LGBTQ individuals under any proposed migrant relocation arrangements. This is the latest statement regarding the pending migrant program between the USA and Antigua and Barbuda. Browne made the comments while addressing concerns about reports involving Caribbean countries potentially receiving deportees from the United States. He emphasized that Antigua […]

PAHO

PAHO Ramps Up Venezuela Earthquake Aid

Earthquake Aid PAHO has activated its emergency response after two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela last week. The quakes measured 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude. The Pan American Health Organization is now working with national authorities. It is assessing urgent health needs across affected areas. It also aims to restore essential health services and prevent further health […]

Earthquake

Earthquake Survivors Face Venezuela’s Darkest Days

Earthquake survivors across Venezuela are facing growing hardship as rescue crews continue searching for people trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Families spend each day hoping for news of missing loved ones, while many remain homeless after their homes became unsafe. As the crisis continues, many residents describe the disaster as one of the country’s darkest moments […]

Police

Police Seizures Hit Record 5,100 kg Cocaine Haul in 2026

Police in Jamaica have seized a record-breaking 5,100 kilograms of cocaine during the first half of 2026. The haul is worth an estimated J$3 billion. The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) said its Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) led the operations. Officers targeted organised crime groups using Jamaica as a drug trafficking route. Police said […]

Antigua and Barbuda Gains Culinary Recognition

Antigua and Barbuda is receiving growing attention for its evolving culinary scene, with international coverage highlighting the destination as an emerging food hotspot in the Caribbean. The feature points to the increasing visibility of local chefs, restaurants, and culinary experiences that are helping to shape the country’s food identity. From traditional Caribbean dishes to modern […]