Antigua and Barbuda’s National Performing Arts Centre missed its September 30 handover deadline, leaving less time for preparations ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The government had expected to hand over the Performing Arts Centre by September 30. Organisers would then have about one month to test the venue and prepare it […]
British Airways will extend its daily Gatwick-to-Antigua flight schedule through April 2027, adding more than 3,000 seats for travelers heading to Antigua and Barbuda. The airline currently operates a daily winter service to V.C. Bird International Airport. That schedule will continue throughout April before returning to five flights per week from May through the end […]
Hurricane Rachel strengthened to a Category 3 storm off Mexico’s Pacific coast on Thursday, October 1, as parts of northern Mexico and the U.S. Southwest continued dealing with flooding and damage from Hurricane Polo’s remnants. Rachel sat about 235 miles south of the southern tip of Baja California and moved west-northwest at 3 mph. The […]
Jamaica is using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to strengthen intelligence-led crime-fighting efforts and help security forces respond more effectively to crime and violence. Prime Minister Andrew Holness said geographic data helps authorities identify crime hot spots, deploy security resources and track the movements of criminal gangs. He made the comments at the Spatial ArcGIS User […]
Four hotels in Antigua and Barbuda have received international recognition in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection, earning a combined six MICHELIN Keys. Hermitage Bay and Jumby Bay Island Resort each secured two MICHELIN Keys, while Carlisle Bay and Curtain Bluff were awarded one MICHELIN Key each. The MICHELIN Key distinction highlights hotels that deliver […]
Antigua Recreation Grounds Set for 5,000-Seat Stadium The Antigua Recreation Grounds could become the official home of football under a new Cabinet plan. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant announced the proposal during Thursday’s post-Cabinet media briefing. Merchant said Cabinet chose to upgrade the existing venue instead of waiting more than five years to build […]
Wadadli Beer is making its return to Antigua and Barbuda’s shelves and bars. KOSCAB Distribution (Antigua & Barbuda) Limited will serve as the official distributor. The company announced the move in a September 28, 2026 letter to customers. KOSCAB says its distribution network will support the relaunch. Its sales team will also assist businesses with […]
ROYAL POLICE FORCE OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Office of Strategic –STRATCOMMEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TWO MEN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH BENDALS ARMED ROBBERY St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, Thursday, October 1, 2026 The police have arrested and jointly charged 21-year-old Deshonte Charles of Ebenezer and 18-year-old Nathaniel Benjamin of Golden Grove Extension with robbery and […]
The Pennsylvania Department of Health said an unvaccinated Lancaster County resident who tested positive for measles has died. The department reported the death to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Pennsylvania has recorded 943 confirmed measles cases across 39 counties this year. Health officials reported 40 new cases since September 28. Measles has […]
Grenada Parliament to Be Dissolved Friday Grenada is moving closer to its next general election, with Parliament set for dissolution on Friday, October 2. Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell confirmed the planned move and urged Grenadians who have not registered to vote to complete the process this week. Mitchell said Friday will mark the final day […]
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