Hurricane Lee grew from a category one storm to a category five hurricane in 24 hours. Experts say such storms are more likely in a warming world.
As Hurricane Lee brought large swells and ferocious winds to batter the Caribbean islands, experts said the storm – which quickly and unexpectedly intensified into the highest category five strength – could…
Budget funds deposited and staff in place for SMS by-election, Supervisor Hughes reports
( Real News Antigua) Everything is in place, including the budget, for the pending by-election in St. Mary’s South, says newly appointed Supervisor ofElections Ian Hughes. Although a date for…
Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) Launches Unveiling Hospitality Professionals Series
- The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) is excited to announce the commencement of a compelling thirteen-week project, leading up to the celebration of Tourism Week 2023,…
Commonwealth looks to Guyana for ‘blueprint’ on forest conservation
(GuyanaChronicle)“We want to develop countries to deliver on their commitment to provide $100 billion to the developing countries; and that they should show signs of accelerated pledge to make up…
Guyana’s economy continues to grow rapidly
(GuyanaChronicle)GUYANA’S economy is on the rise and this is credited to the government’s modernization plans and implementation of prudent fiscal policies.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s report documenting the…
A new classroom block opened at Golden Grove Primary School
(PointeXpress)A new block of classrooms has been opened at the Golden Grove Primary School to ease over-crowding at the institution. Funded by the Board of Education, the extension of the…
Tourism minister says he is against subsidizing airline flights into the country
(PointeXpress)Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism, Honorable Charles Fernandez says he is against subsidizing airlines for them to operate regular flights into the country. Speaking on the Browne and Browne…
Operations at the St. John’s port impress shipping line
(PointeXpress)One of the main shipping lines that bring cargo into the St. John’s Harbour weekly, Tropical Shipping, diverted two of its largest vessels into the harbour on Sunday because of…
EAG encourages public to ‘be gentle’ with newly-restored Redonda
antiguaobserver.com Although Redonda has been officially declared invasive species-free, it is still at a sensitive time in its restoration period and the public should handle it delicately. That’s the word…
St John’s Taxi Association secures 20 percent fare increase after 15-year wait
antiguaobserver.com After 15 years of absorbing the cost of rising prices, the St John’s Taxi Association will receive a 20 percent increase in fares for its members. Association President Patrick…
