BVI Deputy Premier opposed to reported Vybz Kartel concert
British Virgin Islands Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has responded to reports that popular Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel is being contracted by the government to perform in the country later this…
Death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to 227 as grim task of recovering bodies continues
The death toll from Hurricane Helene inched up to 227 on Saturday as the grim task of recovering bodies continued more than a week after the monster storm ravaged the Southeast and…
Growing demands for another Marina in Antigua, says Fernandez
Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez emphasized the growing demand for marina infrastructure in Antigua and hinted at the possibility of establishing a smaller marina in Barbuda. Speaking on Pointe FM over the weekend,…
Antiguans Miriam Samuel and Sheila Roseau Honored at Caribbean Global Awards
In a dazzling black-tie event held in London, Antigua and Barbuda’s Miriam Samuel and Sheila Roseau were celebrated as awardees at the prestigious Caribbean Global Awards. Both women were recognized for their…
Shay Henry Makes History as First Antiguan Cabin Crew at Emirates
Shay Henry has made her mark as the first Antiguan to join Emirates as part of their prestigious cabin crew. Sharing her excitement, she announced the news on social media,…
Letter: I wish to commend Calvin Ayre for being an exemplary employer
Dear Editor: I wish to commend Calvin Ayre for being an exemplary employer. After reading Jamilla Kirwan’s touching story about her battle with cancer, I must commend Calvin Ayre for…
US port workers and operators reach deal to end East Coast strike immediately, union says
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON/LOS ANGELES — A union representing U.S. dock workers and port operators have reached a tentative deal on wages that will end a three-day strike that has shut down shipping on…
Beautification Works Costing NSWMA 3.5 Million Dollars Per Month
The Cabinet invited the Chairman of the Antigua and Barbuda National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) to share his findings on an exhaustive study undertaken of the functioning of this…
This Year’s Budget Calls for 1.2 Billion Dollars
The Cabinet invited a team from the Ministry of Finance, which included the Junior Minister, Financial Secretary, Debt Manager, Deputy Accountant General and the Deputy of the Inland Revenue Department…
The Country’s Director of Works Takes Responsibility For the Bad Roads In The Country
The Director of Public Works accepted responsibility for the roads that are in disrepair, noting that only one barber-green machine is operational at this time; however, additional machines are being…
