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'Entangled Islands' Exhibit Opens at Government House, Celebrating 400 Years of Irish-Caribbean Ties
The 'Entangled Islands: Ireland and the Caribbean' exhibition opened at the newly restored Government House on Monday, marking the first exhibition held at the historic venue since its renovation. The event brought together diplomats, cultural figures, and historians to explore more than 400 years of shared history between Ireland and the Caribbean.
UPP's Bowen Pledges Corruption Investigations If Party Wins Government
UPP representative Bowen has declared that a UPP government would investigate corruption, according to Antigua News Room. The pledge appears to be a central element of the opposition party's political platform.
Funding Secured for New Community Centres in Five Islands and All Saints
Financial approval has been secured for new community centres in Five Islands Village and All Saints Village, with ABLP candidates Michael M. Joseph and Lamin Newton leading the respective projects. The facilities are expected to support youth activities, social programmes and broader community development.
Antigua and Barbuda Civil Registry to Close on Election Day, April 30
The Antigua and Barbuda Civil Registry will close at 12 noon on Election Day, Thursday, April 30, 2026, and reopen on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Oil Price Surge Threatens to Ground Caribbean Tourism Momentum
Escalating global oil prices, fuelled by tensions with Iran, threaten to drive up airfares and living costs across the Caribbean, putting Antigua and Barbuda's record-breaking tourism momentum at risk. According to Antigua.news, the country posted historic arrival figures in January 2026, but sustained fuel price increases could erode those gains by making travel to the island more expensive.
Ireland's Ambassador Touts Small-Business Tourism Model as Blueprint for Antigua
Ireland's Ambassador John Concannon has pointed to Ireland's decades-long model of small and medium-sized tourism enterprises as a potential lesson for Antigua and Barbuda's operators, with discussions already held at the highest levels of government.
22-Year-Old Arrested After Bomb Threat Targeting Police Headquarters
A 22-year-old man from Old Parham Road was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a bomb threat made against Police Headquarters. CID Task Force officers took him into custody at approximately 6:15 a.m., and he is currently assisting with the investigation.
Police Arrest 22-Year-Old Man Over Bomb Threat at Police Headquarters
A 22-year-old man from Old Parham Road was arrested early Tuesday morning by CID Task Force officers in connection with a bomb threat made against Police Headquarters the previous day.
Antigua Cruise Port Pours First Pool Foundation as Retail and Parking Works Advance
Construction at the Antigua Cruise Port has reached a new milestone, with the first concrete foundation for a planned Day Club pool poured and retail fit-outs advancing. An expanded parking facility linking Lower Church Street and Newgate Street is also set to begin shortly.
UPP Candidate Malaka Parker Hosts Free Health Fair in Yorks
UPP candidate for St. John's Rural North, Malaka Parker, hosted a free weekend health fair at the Yorks Basketball Court, providing residents with access to paediatric, ophthalmological and general medical screenings. The event forms part of her broader Community Development Plan, which places healthcare access at the forefront of her platform.
PM Browne Hopes U.S. Will Drop Partial Visa Restrictions at June Review
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda is hopeful that partial U.S. visa restrictions will not be renewed when they come up for review in June, citing ongoing diplomatic discussions with U.S. officials. Browne has argued the restrictions were imposed on a false premise regarding the country's citizenship-by-investment programme.
St. Peter Leads Voter ID Drive as National Replacements Surpass 32,000
Voter ID card replacements in Antigua and Barbuda have surpassed 32,000, with St. Peter leading all constituencies at 93 per cent completion ahead of the April 30 general election. Activity has surged in recent days, though several St. John's constituencies continue to lag behind.
SLBMC Launches Year-Long 'Project Bloom' Campaign to Boost Early Prenatal Care
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has launched Project Bloom, a year-long public education campaign aimed at encouraging expectant mothers across Antigua and Barbuda to seek prenatal care earlier in their pregnancies. The initiative combines social media outreach, public service announcements, and community engagement to address medical, emotional, and financial barriers to early maternal healthcare.
UWI Five Islands Campus Expansion Moves to Tender Phase with Saudi Fund Financing
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has launched a tender process for Phase 1 of the UWI Five Islands Campus Expansion, with financing secured through the Saudi Fund for Development. The project will add academic facilities, student housing, and a new indoor sports complex to the campus.
Pringle Pledges UPP Accountability From Day One If Elected
UPP leader Jamale Pringle told rally-goers in St. Philip's South that his party should be held accountable from its first 100 days in office if elected. He also promoted the party's manifesto, which he said was shaped by consultations with a broad cross-section of Antiguan society.
Government House Museum Launches 'Entangled Islands' Exhibition Celebrating Irish-Caribbean Ties
The Government House Museum in Antigua and Barbuda has opened "Entangled Islands: Ireland & the Caribbean," a new exhibition exploring the shared historical and cultural connections between Ireland and the Caribbean. The launch ceremony, held on April 27, 2026, was attended by Governor General Sir Rodney Williams, diplomatic representatives, and cultural practitioners.
ABLP Candidate Newton Blasts Pringle's Record, Pledges Land and Roads for All Saints
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton accused opposition leader Jamale Pringle of delivering nothing across two terms in All Saints East and St. Luke, while promising land distribution and road upgrades ahead of the April 30 election. According to Antigua News Room, Newton identified 50 acres for resident distribution and pledged paving works across multiple communities.
PM Browne Touts ABLP's Newton as Future PM, Blasts Pringle Ahead of April 30 Vote
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has praised ABLP candidate Lamin Newton as a potential future prime minister during a campaign rally in All Saints, while sharply criticising opposition leader Jamale Pringle ahead of the April 30 general election.
Benjamin Dismisses Four-Day Work Week as Ill-Suited to Antigua and Barbuda
Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin has rejected the four-day work week proposal, calling it a "fanciful theoretical" idea incompatible with Antigua and Barbuda's economic realities ahead of the April 30 general election.
Harrigan Convicted in Nigel Christian Murder; Co-Accused Walk Free
A jury has found Saleim Harrigan guilty of the 2020 murder of Customs officer Nigel Christian, while co-accused Wayne Thomas and Lasean Bully were acquitted following more than five hours of deliberations before Justice Rajiv Persaud.