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Cabinet Approves Antigua's First National Cardiology Centre at SLBMC
Cabinet has approved the establishment of Antigua and Barbuda's first national cardiology centre at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, with the aim of providing advanced cardiac care locally and eliminating the need for overseas treatment. The centre will be developed in partnership with internationally recognised cardiologist Professor Jingwei Zhang.
Antigua Cabinet Approves 5% Payment Increase for Pensioners Amid Cost-of-Living Relief Push
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved a 5% increase in payments to pensioners, expanding a wave of wage relief measures that already covered public servants and contract workers. The government says the move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen social protection amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
UWI Five Islands Campus to Present 2024/2025 Annual Report at Public Council Meeting
The UWI Five Islands Campus will hold its annual council meeting on Thursday at 10 a.m. ECT, where Campus Principal Professor C. Justin Robinson is expected to present the institution's 2024/2025 annual report. The event will be streamed live on UWItv's online platform.
Dominica Halts Citizenship Applications from Iranian Nationals Under Investment Programme
Dominica has suspended the processing of citizenship-by-investment applications from Iranian nationals, effective March 24, 2026, according to an official memorandum. Limited exceptions apply for applicants who meet specific residency, financial, and business criteria.
Antiguan DJ Quest Nominated for Caribbean Music Awards' Top DJ Honour
Antiguan DJ, producer and event promoter DJ Quest has been nominated for Male – International DJ of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, competing against some of the region's most recognised DJ talent. Antiguans and Barbudans are encouraged to cast their votes in the ongoing preliminary round.
Six Cruise Ships Bring Over 10,000 Visitors to Antigua in Single Day
Six cruise ships docked at ports across Antigua and Barbuda in a single day, bringing more than 10,000 passengers and crew ashore and generating increased activity for local businesses and tourism operators.
Magnitude 3.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Antigua and St Kitts in Early Hours
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake was recorded near Antigua and St Kitts at 3:19 a.m. on Thursday, according to the UWI Seismic Research Centre, with the preliminary epicentre located 78 kilometres northwest of St John's at a depth of 42 kilometres.
UN Votes to Label African Enslavement 'Gravest Crime Against Humanity'
The United Nations General Assembly has voted 123 to 3 to recognise the transatlantic slave trade as "the gravest crime against humanity," with the resolution also urging member states to consider apologising and contributing to a reparations fund. The US, Israel, and Argentina voted against the measure, while the UK and EU member states abstained.
ESFN Unites Generations Through Creative Expression Workshop in Antigua
The EcoShores Sustainable Futures Network hosted a Creative Expression Workshop at Wadadli Spaces on March 21st, 2026, uniting participants aged 5 to 35 in art, writing, and community-building inspired by a single creative prompt. The event also celebrated youth winners from ESFN's Creative Young Voices for Wetlands Competition and featured a collective tribute to World Water Day.
First Phase of VC Bird International Airport Runway Rehabilitation Complete
The first phase of the runway rehabilitation project at VC Bird International Airport has been completed, with Canadian firm Aecon Group Inc. set to advance to the next stage in the coming months. The upgrade aims to improve runway safety, performance, and long-term durability at Antigua and Barbuda's primary aviation gateway.
Middle East War Disrupts Global Used-Car Trade from Japan and South Korea
The Middle East conflict sparked by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran is severely disrupting global used-car exports from Japan and South Korea, stranding shipments and forcing dealers into costly holding patterns. As reported by Antigua News Room, the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz is hitting small exporters especially hard, with billions of dollars in trade at risk.
Man Stabbed to Death Near All Saints Traffic Lights
A 29-year-old man from Mack Pond, All Saints, was fatally stabbed near the All Saints traffic lights on Wednesday afternoon and later pronounced dead at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. Police are appealing for witnesses and information as investigations continue.
Man Stabbed to Death Near All Saints Traffic Lights
A 29-year-old man from All Saints was stabbed to death near the All Saints traffic lights on Wednesday afternoon. The Royal Police Force is investigating and is appealing to the public for information.
UPP Resolving Internal Tensions Behind Closed Doors Ahead of General Election
UPP MP Richard Lewis says his party is resolving internal tensions privately and remains confident of victory as a general election draws near. Lewis also argued that the governing ABLP's unpopularity gives the UPP a significant opening with voters.
MP Richard Lewis Says He Used Personal Funds to Fix Infrastructure in St. John's Rural West
St. John's Rural West MP Richard Lewis says he has spent tens of thousands of dollars of his own money on road repairs, clinic maintenance and drainage works, arguing that government neglect has repeatedly forced him to intervene in his constituency.
Antigua and Barbuda Pushes Climate Action at Bangkok IPCC Talks
Antigua and Barbuda representatives are attending the IPCC-64 session in Bangkok this week, pressing for urgent action on climate financing and timely reporting as the country faces mounting threats from rising seas and intensifying storms.
Four Killed as US Forces Strike Drug-Trafficking Vessel in Caribbean
U.S. forces killed four men after striking an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean under Operation Southern Spear, bringing the operation's total death toll to 160 across 47 strikes. The targeted boat was reportedly operated by designated terrorist organizations, according to U.S. Southern Command.
Second Canadian Remanded for Cannabis Smuggling at V.C. Bird Airport in Weeks
A 23-year-old Canadian man has been remanded in custody after 26 pounds of cannabis were found in his luggage at V.C. Bird International Airport, marking the second such arrest involving a Canadian passenger on the Toronto route this month.
DJ Quest Nominated for International DJ of the Year at Caribbean Music Awards
Antiguan DJ Quest has been nominated in the Male – International DJ of the Year category at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, with voting now open for public support. The nomination is being celebrated as a significant moment for Antigua and Barbuda's presence in regional entertainment.
MP Richard Lewis Urges Voters to Judge Candidates on Record, Not Party Label
MP Richard Lewis is urging voters in St. John's Rural West to judge candidates on individual performance rather than party affiliation ahead of Antigua and Barbuda's upcoming general election. Lewis says he will seek re-election on the strength of his personal record and direct engagement with constituents.