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Greene Urges Full Commonwealth Participation Ahead of CHOGM 2026 in Antigua
Foreign Affairs Minister E P Chet Greene has urged all Commonwealth member states to attend and fully participate in CHOGM 2026, set to be held in Antigua and Barbuda in November. Greene made the call at a welcome reception for diplomatic representatives on an advance visit to the island.
Grenades Reclaim Premier League Summit After Old Road Default
Grenades have climbed back to the top of the Antigua and Barbuda Premier League after Old Road defaulted their scheduled Wednesday fixture. The former defending champions were ready to play but were informed their opponents would not contest the match.
Antigua's First Dedicated Sickle Cell Unit Moves Closer to Reality at SLBMC
Officials at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre have confirmed a major step forward in establishing Antigua and Barbuda's first dedicated Sickle Cell Unit, bringing a 15-year vision closer to reality. According to Antigua Observer, preparations for the unit's official launch are now underway.
Thousands of Caribbean Students Begin May-June CXC Examinations
Thousands of Caribbean students have begun sitting the May-June CXC examinations, with CXC Registrar and CEO Dr. Wayne Wesley urging candidates to stay focused and confident as the Council reaffirms its commitment to their success.
Deputy Labour Commissioner: Mental Health Must Be Part of Workplace Safety
Deputy Labour Commissioner Pascal Kentish says workplace safety in Antigua and Barbuda must expand beyond physical hazards to include mental health and stress, citing a need to strengthen the country's overall safety culture.
Man Sentenced to 38 Months for Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old Girl He Met Online
A 25-year-old man who used social media to befriend and sexually abuse a 13-year-old girl on two separate occasions has been handed a 38-month prison sentence. The offences took place after the man made contact with the child through a social media platform in early 2022.
Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Rape of Eight-Year-Old Girl
A man who presented himself as a father figure to a young girl has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping an eight-year-old child. The sentence was handed down in the High Court on Wednesday.
Police Commissioner Praises EOD and K-9 Teams Following Bomb Scare at Headquarters
Commissioner of Police Everton Jeffers has commended the EOD team and K-9 unit for their response to a bomb scare at Police Headquarters on American Road, calling their courage immeasurable. The incident prompted a specialist security response at the facility.
Police Arrest 22-Year-Old Man Over Bomb Threat at Police HQ
A 22-year-old Old Parham Road resident has been arrested in connection with a bomb threat at Police Headquarters, with Commissioner Everton Jeffers citing coordination with cell phone service providers as key to the swift arrest.
MAAB Mourns Passing of Retired Surgeon Dr. Ramamurthi Bekal at Age 94
The Medical Association of Antigua and Barbuda is mourning the death of retired General Surgeon Dr. Ramamurthi Bekal, who passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, at the age of 94. The MAAB has extended condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.
Girl Guides HQ Receives Bench Built from Recycled Plastic Caps
The Antigua and Barbuda Girl Guides Headquarters has received a bench made from thousands of recycled plastic bottle caps, marking the completion of the Sandals Foundation-supported Ocean Love NO Plastic NO Waste programme.
New Winthorpes Man Ordered to Pay $20K After Shattering Neighbour's Arm
A New Winthorpes man has been ordered to pay his neighbour $20,000 in compensation after pleading guilty in the High Court to an attack that shattered the victim's arm with a large piece of wood, nearly four years after the incident.
Store Clerk Ordered to Pay $6K Compensation for Debit Card Fraud
A former store clerk, Jamila Edwards, has been ordered by the High Court to pay $6,000 in compensation after fraudulently using her employer's debit card to make unauthorised purchases on Shein in 2023.
ABCAS to Host Antigua's First Electric Vehicle and Battery Technology Workshop
The Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS) is set to host the country's first Electric Vehicle and Battery Technology Workshop next month, developed in partnership with UWI, the NTA, and several international organisations. The event represents a landmark moment for green technology education in Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua's Radiology Services on Path to Digital Upgrade, Senior Doctor Reports
Senior radiology official Dr. Destine Reid says Antigua and Barbuda's radiology services are making "solid progress" toward digital modernisation, following her participation in an IAEA coordination meeting in Vienna.
DPP Weighs Appeal After Mixed Verdicts in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
Director of Public Prosecutions Clement Joseph is weighing an appeal after two defendants were acquitted in the Nigel Christian murder trial, while defence attorney Wendell Alexander vows to challenge the one conviction handed down. The split verdict has left both sides preparing for further legal battles.
New EMS Station and Ambulance Commissioned at Glanvilles Polyclinic
A new EMS station and ambulance have been commissioned at the Glanvilles Polyclinic, strengthening emergency healthcare coverage in eastern Antigua. Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph attended the Tuesday ceremony alongside senior health officials.
UPP's Adrian Williams Presents Ten-Point Development Plan for St. John's City South
UPP candidate Adrian Williams unveiled a "Ten-Key-Development Plan" for St. John's City South at a town hall meeting last Sunday, targeting economic relief, public services, and expanded opportunities for residents.
UPP Candidate Azille Calls for Radical Overhaul of Antigua's Education System
UPP candidate Ashworth Azille called for a radical reframing of Antigua and Barbuda's education system at a Sunday night town hall, challenging residents to question whether the system has truly advanced over the last 30 years.
Cooks Landfill Fires Choke St. John's Rural West Communities
Toxic smog from fires at the Cooks Landfill blanketed communities in St. John's Rural West over the weekend, affecting residents in Five Islands, Hatton, and Denfields. UPP candidate Richard Lewis has accused the government of failing to address the ongoing crisis.