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T&T Mother Pleads for Answers as Son's Antigua Disappearance Nears One Year
A Trinidad and Tobago mother is pleading for answers as the disappearance of her 21-year-old son in Antigua nears the one-year anniversary, with no official missing persons alert issued and no confirmed leads. Candy Vasquez says her family recently marked Thomas's birthday without him, as uncertainty about his fate continues.
Culture Director Calls on Politicians to Hire Local Artists Over AI for Election Campaigns
Culture Director Khan Cordice is urging political candidates to hire local singers, composers, graphic artists, and other creatives for their election campaigns rather than relying on artificial intelligence. Cordice argues that engaging local talent would demonstrate genuine investment in the creative community.
Commentary: 'Renewal' — A Bold New Tourism Vision for the Caribbean
A new tourism concept called "Renewal" proposes repositioning the Caribbean as a global leader in restorative, heritage-rooted wellness tourism, drawing on Taíno indigenous wisdom and modern medical science. The commentary, published by Antigua News Room, calls for a pilot location to serve as a prototype for a model that could benefit small island economies across the region.
Opposition MP Brands Bolans Housing Project 'A Complete Disaster,' Demands Independent Inspection
Opposition MP Kelvin "Shugy" Simon has denounced the Bolans housing development as "a complete disaster," citing poor drainage and safety concerns, and is demanding an independent inspection of the project before families take possession of their homes.
St. John's City South Resident Raises Alarm Over Lack of Constituency Engagement
A concerned resident of St. John's City South has written a public letter criticising the lack of communication, development updates, and equitable access to constituency services ahead of elections. The letter, reported by Antigua News Room, calls on representatives to engage more actively with the community.
UPP Candidate Peters Claims He Graded Gray's Hill and Nut Grove Roads Without Government Help
UPP candidate Emanuel Peters says he organised road grading works in Gray's Hill and Nut Grove without support from government agencies. Peters described the initiative as part of his commitment to delivering practical results for residents of St. John's Rural South.
PM Browne Confirms April General Election, Parliament to Dissolve April 1
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua and Barbuda's next general election will be held in April, with Parliament set to be dissolved on April 1, 2026. Cabinet is expected to determine the official election date next week.
Trump to Become First Sitting US President With Signature on Dollar Bills
Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting US president to have his signature printed on American banknotes, with the Treasury Department announcing the move as part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations. The first $100 bills bearing Trump's signature alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's are scheduled for printing in June.
Viral Video of Excavator on Public Road Sparks Outrage Over Heavy Equipment Enforcement
A viral video of an excavator being driven on a main road without a trailer has triggered public outrage in Antigua and Barbuda, as residents demand stricter enforcement against heavy equipment operators damaging the nation's roads.
Government Launches Hotline to Resolve Unpaid Retroactive Payments
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced a dedicated hotline to help resolve outstanding retroactive payment cases affecting public sector workers and other eligible beneficiaries. The initiative, revealed on his weekly radio programme, is part of broader government efforts to clear unpaid obligations.
St. Joseph's Academy Student to Represent Antigua and Barbuda at Jamaica Oratory Contest
Xion Joseph of St. Joseph's Academy has won the Optimist Club of St. John's Oratorical Contest and will represent Antigua and Barbuda at the district-level competition in Kingston, Jamaica, on April 11.
PM Browne Warns Gang-Involved Youth: 'Jail or the Grave'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has connected this week's double homicide to an ongoing gang feud, warning young people involved in such conflicts that their path leads only to jail or death. Browne made the remarks on his weekly radio programme, noting that prior government intervention helped some youth change course, but not all.
PM Browne Projects Water Production to Hit 14 Million Gallons Daily by Year-End
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua's daily water production is projected to reach approximately 14 million gallons by the end of the year, driven by investments in reverse osmosis plants and upgraded infrastructure. The expansion aims to address persistent shortages and meet growing national demand.
PM Browne Declares UPP Legal Challenges Against MP Baltimore Will Fail
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has declared that all UPP legal challenges against St. Philip's North MP Randy Baltimore will fail, arguing Baltimore was fully compliant with the law when he resigned from the public service ahead of the March 16 by-election.
PM Browne Claims National Swing Puts All UPP Seats in Labour's Sights
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed a national political swing is putting nearly all UPP-held seats on Antigua within Labour's reach, citing polling that shows his party leading 49 percent to 26 percent. Browne also suggested opposition leader Jamale Pringle's position could be under threat due to poor polling and parliamentary conduct.
PM Browne Targets $2,100 Monthly 'Livable Wage' as Antigua Moves Beyond Minimum Pay
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced plans to transition Antigua and Barbuda from a minimum wage system to a "livable wage" of approximately $2,100 per month, with incremental increases planned over the coming years. Browne cautioned that the process must be gradual to protect small businesses and maintain employment stability.
Ambassador Pilgrim Calls for Restructured Global Institutions to Build Lasting Peace
Antigua and Barbuda's Permanent Secretary H.E. Clarence E. Pilgrim has published the final entry in his commentary series, calling for sweeping reform of global institutions — including the United Nations — and the creation of structured zones of peace to address what he describes as an increasingly interconnected global conflict crisis.
Road Clean-Up and Drainage Works Underway in All Saints West, MP Smith Says
Road clean-up and drainage improvement works are underway in Herberts and Freemans Village, with MP Anthony Smith Jr. signalling that more infrastructure projects are planned for the All Saints West constituency.
PM Browne Warns ABLP Supporters Against Complacency Ahead of General Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has cautioned Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party supporters against complacency, urging full engagement in campaigning as a general election draws near. Speaking on his weekly radio programme, Browne stressed that voter turnout and disciplined organising will be key to success.
PM Browne Urges Voters to Validate ID Cards Promptly Ahead of General Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged voters to validate their identification cards within the next two weeks, warning that last-minute delays could result in disenfranchisement ahead of the upcoming general election.