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Air Peace Chairman Denies Being Served in Lagos Tax Lawsuit
Air Peace says neither its Chairman Dr. Allen Onyema nor Vice Chairman Mrs. Alice Onyema has been served with any court summons related to a reported Lagos State tax lawsuit. The airline insists all tax obligations are current and disputes the claim that proceedings have been ongoing since February.
Opinion: Why Young Antiguans Must Vote Even When Politics Feels Repetitive
Opinion writer Petra Williams makes the case that young Antiguans must resist political fatigue and turn out to vote, arguing that their absence from the polls does not signal protest — it signals exclusion. As reported by Antigua News Room, the piece urges youth to claim their democratic power before decisions that will shape their future are made without them.
Mejia Murder Case Sent to May Assizes as Prosecution Files 28-Item Evidence List
The murder case against Angela Mejia, accused of killing nine-year-old Chantel Crump, has been committed to the May Assizes after prosecutors filed a list of at least 28 exhibits in the St. John's Magistrates' Court. Evidence includes crime scene photographs, autopsy images, forensic material, and items of clothing recovered from the scene.
Murder Case Against Angela Mejia Committed to May Assizes
The murder case against Angela Mejia, accused of killing nine-year-old Chantel Crump, has been committed to the May Assizes after prosecutors submitted a 28-item exhibit list in the St. John's Magistrates' Court. A trial date will be set when the High Court convenes for the May Assizes sitting.
ABDA's World Oral Health Day Parade Draws Crowds in Nationwide Health Push
The Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association marked World Oral Health Day on March 20 with a lively community parade featuring students, healthcare professionals, and volunteers united under the theme "A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life." The event highlighted the association's ongoing commitment to oral health education through its Sunny Smiles Program.
Antigua and Barbuda Seeks CDB Funding to Overhaul National Waste Management
Antigua and Barbuda has applied to the Caribbean Development Bank for financing to support a comprehensive feasibility study and engineering designs for an overhauled national solid waste management system. The move follows the country's participation in the 8th Regional Programme Steering Committee meeting for the Zero Waste in the Caribbean Project.
Baltimore Rejects UPP 'Bribery' Claims Over Pre-By-Election Gift Distribution
Randy Baltimore has denied UPP allegations that pre-by-election gift distributions in St. Philip's North constituted bribery, calling the claims baseless and accusing critics of exploiting images of children for political gain.
UPP Drops St. Paul Candidate Marsh Over Refusal to Renounce U.S. Citizenship
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has confirmed that attorney Wayne Benjamin Marsh will not contest the St. Paul seat in the upcoming general elections, as Marsh is reportedly unwilling to renounce his U.S. citizenship — a constitutional requirement for parliamentary eligibility. The party is expected to announce a replacement candidate shortly.
Pilot, Copilot Killed as Air Canada Jet Strikes Fire Truck at LaGuardia Airport
An Air Canada regional jet collided with a fire truck on the runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday, killing the pilot and copilot and sending 41 passengers and crew to hospital. The airport was closed for investigation, with more than 500 flights cancelled as of early Monday morning.
Met Service Director Urges Major Climate Infrastructure Investment Amid Rising Weather Threats
Meteorological Service Director Dale Destin is calling for major national investment in climate monitoring infrastructure, warning that Antigua and Barbuda's ability to respond to worsening weather events is at stake. His remarks came as the country marked World Meteorological Day.
Letter: Antiguan Saver Withdraws Funds from Local Banks Over Poor Service, Lack of Innovation
A long-standing customer of Antigua's two main local banks has withdrawn his savings, citing chronic complacency, poor customer service, and a failure to embrace modern banking technology — contrasting sharply with the proactive, app-driven service he receives from foreign institutions in Panama, Jamaica, and the United States.
Gaston Browne Nominated Unopposed as ABLP Leader Ahead of April 12 Convention
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has been nominated unopposed to lead the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party into its April 12 convention, where the party's leadership and election candidates will be formally ratified. The uncontested nomination comes ahead of widely anticipated general elections.
Astaphan Flags Service Procedural Issue in PM Browne's Lawsuit Against U.S. Lawyer
Senior Counsel Anthony Astaphan has revealed a procedural service issue in Prime Minister Gaston Browne's lawsuit against a U.S.-based lawyer, stating the lawyer was not personally served as required. The disclosure was made on the Browne and Browne programme, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Trial Date Pending for Man Charged in Fatal Friars Hill Road Crash
A trial date is expected to be set on April 24 for Karim Edwards, charged with causing the death of medical student Kenneth Mathew in a Friars Hill Road crash on October 23, 2022. A second victim, Priyanjana Das, survived but sustained severe permanent injuries including the loss of her right arm.
Trial Date Pending for Man Accused in Fatal Friars Hill Road Crash
Karim Edwards, charged with causing death by reckless driving in a 2022 crash that killed AUA student Kenneth Mathew and seriously injured Priyanjana Das, will have his trial date set after an April 24 case management hearing.
ABLP to Ratify Full Slate of 17 Candidates at April 12 Convention
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party will formally ratify its full slate of 17 candidates at its April 12 convention as the ruling party moves into campaign mode ahead of expected general elections. Prime Minister Gaston Browne, who will contest St John's City West, confirmed the candidates have already been endorsed by the party's executive.
Studies Find No Evidence Cannabis Treats Anxiety, Depression or PTSD
Two major studies published in Lancet Psychiatry and JAMA have found no evidence that medical or recreational marijuana effectively treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other mental health conditions. Experts warn that growing cannabis use for mental health purposes carries serious risks, particularly for young people and those predisposed to psychotic disorders.
ABLP Confirms Full 17-Candidate Slate Ahead of General Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has confirmed its full slate of 17 candidates for the upcoming general elections, with the list set for ratification at an April 12 convention. Prime Minister Gaston Browne and several senior ministers are among the incumbents seeking re-election.
Armed Men Rob 85-Year-Old Disabled Resident at Gunpoint in Daylight Home Invasion
An 85-year-old disabled man was robbed at gunpoint in his Creekside home on March 19 after two masked men forced their way into his bedroom and stole $2,000 in cash. According to Antigua News Room, the suspects fled the scene following the daylight attack.
Met Office Chief Urges Investment in Climate Monitoring and Resilient Facility
Meteorological Service Director Dale Destin has called for sustained investment in climate monitoring systems and a new climate-resilient facility, warning that stronger infrastructure is critical to maintaining weather services during extreme events. His remarks came in observance of World Meteorological Day.