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Industrial Court Awards Woman $61K After Sheer Rocks Restaurant Dismissed Her Post-Maternity
The Industrial Court has awarded Joshuanette Francis $61,118.32 after ruling that Sheer Rocks Restaurant and Bar unfairly dismissed her by removing her from the work roster following maternity leave and failing to reinstate her. The employer has been ordered to pay the full amount by 30 June 2026.
Antigua's First Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Whylee O'Brien Shines on International Stage
Whylee O'Brien, Antigua and Barbuda's first Jiu-Jitsu black belt holder, recently represented his country at a prestigious charity gala in London, meeting senior diplomats and dignitaries. According to Antigua News Room, O'Brien continues to serve as an inspiring figure for young Antiguan athletes on the international stage.
PM Browne Demands Urgent MVI Integration to End Financing Inequity for Island States
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has called for the immediate integration of the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index into global financing frameworks, warning that continued delays are leaving Small Island Developing States exposed to economic shocks without adequate support. Speaking at a UN high-level retreat, Browne argued that GDP-based classifications fail to capture the true vulnerabilities of nations like Antigua and Barbuda.
NYPAAB Elects New Executive Committee and Youth MPs for Upcoming Term
The National Youth Parliament Association of Antigua and Barbuda has elected a new Executive Committee and Youth Members of Parliament to serve during the upcoming term. The new leadership will focus on civic engagement, leadership development, and expanding youth participation in national affairs.
Liberta Resident Questions Police Response to Reports of Woman Carrying Knife in Public
A Liberta resident is questioning the adequacy of the police response after reporting a woman allegedly carrying a large knife in public on two separate occasions on Friday. The resident claims officers appeared to record little to no information during either visit to the Liberta Police Station.
Liberta Resident Alleges Police Failed to Document Two Reports of Armed Woman
A resident claims they reported the same knife-carrying woman to police twice in one day in Liberta and All Saints, alleging that officers failed to formally document either report. The individual has since raised the concern publicly, citing fears that a potentially dangerous situation was not treated with sufficient urgency.
PM Browne Vows Crackdown on Foreign Contractors Over Tax, Labour Concerns
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has alleged that some foreign construction companies operating in Antigua and Barbuda are underpaying imported workers, displacing locals, and evading taxes, and has vowed forensic audits and back-tax action where necessary.
Browne: Back Pay Delays Stem from Missing Ministry Documents, Not Funding Shortfall
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says more than $30 million in back pay has been disbursed to over 90 percent of eligible public servants, with remaining delays caused by ministries failing to submit required documentation to the Treasury — not a lack of funds.
ABFC Wraps Four-Day Music Masterclass Aimed at Building Local Creative Industry
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has concluded a four-day Music Development Masterclass that brought together local creatives for hands-on training and mentorship from leading Caribbean music industry professionals. The initiative forms part of the ABFC's broader effort to build a sustainable creative economy in Antigua and Barbuda.
Carnival City's New Eastern Caribbean-Largest Stage Completed Ahead of Schedule
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has completed installation of a new stage and roof system at Carnival City, described as the largest and most modern of its kind in the Eastern Caribbean, with preparations for Antigua Carnival 2026 running well ahead of schedule.
Census Office Deploys Second Wave of Enumerators as 2025 Count Resumes
The Census Office has deployed a second cohort of enumerators to the Greenbay Primary School community as field operations for the 2025 Population and Housing Census resume following a pause during the General Elections. Residents are urged to cooperate with enumerators and provide accurate information.
Commentary: Antigua's Ambassador Pilgrim on the Moon Race Reshaping Humanity's Future
Antiguan Ambassador Dr. Clarence E. Pilgrim examines the two competing lunar programmes — the US-led Artemis Program and China-Russia's International Lunar Research Station — arguing that broad international participation, including from small island states like Antigua, is essential to ensuring space exploration becomes a truly global endeavour.
NYPAAB Completes Elections, Names Full Executive Committee and Youth MPs
The National Youth Parliament Association of Antigua and Barbuda has completed its elections, naming a full Executive Committee and eight Youth Members of Parliament to represent constituencies across the country. President Ezekiel Francois said the newly elected team reflects the talent and diversity of the nation's youth.
Automotive Arts Donates Over EC$10,000 to Rotary Club's Colours 2026 Fundraiser
Automotive Arts and Outdoor World Antigua has donated more than EC$10,000 to the Rotary Club of Antigua in support of Colours 2026, the organisation's flagship fundraising fete, scheduled for July 4 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. The event, themed "Welcome to Smurf Village," will raise funds for community projects across Antigua and Barbuda.
Missing Teen Deshawn James Found Safe, Family Confirms
Fifteen-year-old Deshawn James has been found safe after being reported missing earlier this week, with family members confirming his return and expressing gratitude for the community's support during the search.
Aircraft Goes Missing Over Caribbean Sea on St. Vincent-to-Tobago Flight
A Beechcraft 58P Baron aircraft travelling from St. Vincent to Tobago has gone missing after air traffic controllers lost contact during the flight. Authorities in both Trinidad and Tobago and St. Vincent and the Grenadines are investigating, with the aircraft currently classified as overdue.
Pastor Faces Drug Charges After 60 Pounds of Cannabis Seized at VC Bird Airport
A Cedar Grove pastor was detained at V.C. Bird International Airport after police seized nearly 60 pounds of suspected cannabis, valued at EC$357,000, from his luggage. Dean Robert Gould, 54, arrived on an American Airlines flight and is expected to be charged on Monday.
Pastor and Barber Faces Charges After EC$357,000 Cannabis Seizure at V.C. Bird Airport
A 54-year-old Antiguan-born pastor and barber, identified as Dean Robert Gould, was taken into custody after police seized approximately 59.5 pounds of suspected cannabis valued at EC$357,000 from his luggage at V.C. Bird International Airport on Saturday. He is expected to be charged on Monday.
PM Browne: DPP Must Justify Controversial Prosecutorial Decisions to Maintain Public Trust
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has publicly rebuked Director of Public Prosecutions Clement Joseph over his reported refusal to explain controversial prosecutorial decisions, warning that a lack of transparency could damage public trust and Antigua and Barbuda's international reputation. Browne's comments were prompted by the discontinuation of two recent narcotics-related prosecutions that have drawn significant public scrutiny.
130 Students Enrolled in UWI Five Islands Law Programme, PM Browne Reveals
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has revealed that approximately 130 students have already enrolled in the UWI Five Islands Campus' new law degree programme, calling the response a sign of growing demand for local tertiary education. Browne also floated the possibility of requiring highly profitable companies to contribute to education financing as enrolment at the campus approaches 2,000 students.