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Pringle Urges Unity and Fair Treatment for Workers at ABWU Labour Day Rally
UPP Leader Jamale Pringle addressed the Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union Labour Day rally, calling for unity and fair treatment for workers while affirming that the working class remains central to national development.
PM Browne Orders End to Back Pay Delays: 'Every Single Worker Must Be Paid'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has issued a firm directive for outstanding back pay owed to public sector workers to be settled immediately, insisting the funds are available and delays must end. His remarks came at the joint AT&LU and Labour Party Labour Day rally following the April 30 general election.
AT&LU's Daniel Urges Workers to Save and Pursue Lifelong Learning
AT&LU General Secretary Alrick Daniel used the union's 75th anniversary Labour Day rally to urge workers to abandon wasteful spending habits, prioritise saving, and commit to lifelong education as preparation for future economic challenges.
ABLP Chairman Predicts By-Election in All Saints East & St. Luke Amid UPP Pressure
ABLP Chairman E.P. Chet Greene has predicted a by-election in All Saints East & St. Luke, claiming internal UPP pressure could force opposition leader Jamale Pringle to resign his parliamentary seat. Greene made the remarks at a Labour Day rally on Monday, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Political Influence and Economic Pressures Threaten Editorial Independence Across OECS
The 2026 World Press Freedom Index finds that OECS nations maintain relatively strong press freedom, but warns that political ownership of media, state advertising leverage, and economic hardship are increasingly undermining editorial independence across the region. No journalists were killed, detained, or imprisoned in the OECS so far in 2026.
APUA Shop Steward Calls for Workplace Mental Health Frameworks by 2027
APUA shop steward Zabina Nicholas has called for permanent workplace mental health frameworks to be established by 2027, urging employment contract reforms and dedicated resources to address rising stress levels among workers. She made the appeal at the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party and Trades and Labour Union rally at the V.C. Bird bust.
Elections Are Won Long Before Voting Day, Says Antigua Strategist
Strategist and public sector executive Garfield Joseph argues that Antigua and Barbuda's recent general election, like most across the Caribbean, was determined not by last-minute campaigning but by years of strategic choices, leadership consistency, and trust built or lost long before voting day.
Young Antiguan Artist Gains Global Recognition After Gifting Portrait to Streamer IShowSpeed
Lemuel Richards, a young Antiguan artist, gained international attention after presenting a hand-drawn portrait to popular streamer IShowSpeed during a live broadcast of his visit to Antigua and Barbuda. The moment drew widespread praise from viewers around the world.
Antigua and Barbuda Takes Centre Stage at UN Education Summit in New York
A five-member Antiguan delegation took a leading role at the Transforming Global Education Summit at UN Headquarters in New York on May 1st, advocating for the inclusion of Small Island Developing States in global education reform. The team addressed themes of mental health, nutrition, disaster resilience, and volunteerism as pillars of holistic youth development.
26 Toilets Stolen From Affordable Homes Antigua Construction Site
Affordable Homes Antigua reports that 26 toilets and other construction materials were stolen from a site container last week, describing the incident as a major setback to the company's operations.
ABPSA Urges Government to Move Faster on Pay, Reclassification and Vaccine Mandate Payments
The Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association has welcomed recent pay improvements but is pressing the government to act faster on reclassification, equitable compensation, and outstanding payments owed to workers affected by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The union issued the call in its Labour Day message on May 4, 2026.
Governor General and Lady Williams Attend St. John Hospice Fundraiser in Fitches Creek
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams and Lady Williams attended the St. John Hospice fundraiser at Casa Palmadita on May 3, 2026, where Lady Williams presented a donation on behalf of The Halo Foundation. The event raised funds and awareness for the Hospice's work supporting terminally ill persons and their families.
ABPSA Demands Fair Pay, Reclassification and COVID Mandate Payments in Labour Day Message
The Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association has used its 2026 Labour Day message to demand urgent government action on public service reclassification, fair compensation, and outstanding payments owed to workers sidelined during the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The union acknowledged recent progress but warned that it falls short of what public servants are owed.
PM Browne Joins IShowSpeed in Live Performance of 'Gassy Dread'
Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne performed his hit song 'Gassy Dread' alongside internet sensation IShowSpeed in a video that has gained widespread online attention. The moment highlights the Prime Minister's enduring musical persona and the global reach of the popular content creator.
Thousands Flock to Sir Vivian Richards Stadium to Greet Global Content Star IShowSpeed
Thousands gathered at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium to see global content creator IShowSpeed, who sang with local artist GassyDread and thrilled the crowd during his Antigua and Barbuda visit.
Young Antiguan Artist Wows Global Audience with Portrait Gift to IShowSpeed
Young Antiguan artist Lemuel Richards gained international recognition after gifting a hand-drawn portrait to popular streamer IShowSpeed during a live broadcast in Antigua and Barbuda. The moment drew widespread praise from viewers across the globe.
YouTube Star IShowSpeed Calls Antigua 'Unreal' During CalvinAir Helicopter Tour
Global YouTube star IShowSpeed declared Antigua 'Unreal' during a CalvinAir helicopter tour of the island, with footage of his reaction drawing widespread attention online. The visit offers significant tourism exposure for Antigua and Barbuda.
2026 Labour Queen Pageant Results Announced
The 2026 Labour Queen Pageant has wrapped up, with final placements and special awards decided. Full details are expected to be confirmed shortly.
PM Browne Warns New Cabinet: Public Trust Is Sacred, Resources Must Not Be Abused
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned his incoming Cabinet that public trust is "sacred" and that government resources must be used exclusively for the benefit of citizens, following the ABLP's sweeping 15-of-17-seat victory in the April 30 general election.
PM Browne Warns Cabinet: Zero Tolerance for Misuse of Public Resources
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned his Cabinet that misconduct and misuse of public resources will not be tolerated, calling the ABLP's 15-of-17-seat election victory a mandate for disciplined, results-driven governance.