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Woman Injured in Hit-and-Run on Josephs Lane; Public Appeal Issued
A woman was allegedly struck and injured by a white Suzuki Jeep on Josephs Lane Sunday evening in a reported hit-and-run. A public appeal has been made for the vehicle's registered owner to contact the Traffic Department, as the woman also alleges police failed to respond to her report.
Man Robbed of Gold Chain at Knifepoint in Lower Ottos; Incident Caught on Camera
A man was robbed of his gold chain at knifepoint by two suspects in Lower Ottos on Monday afternoon, with surveillance footage of the incident spreading rapidly across social media. It remains unclear whether any arrests have been made.
CRFM Chief Calls for Renewed Ocean Stewardship on World Oceans Day
CRFM Executive Director Dr. Marc Williams has issued a strong call for renewed Caribbean ocean stewardship on World Ocean Day 2026, urging governments, communities, and individuals to protect marine resources, invest in sustainable fisheries, and combat growing marine pollution threats.
Man Robbed at Knifepoint in Antigua
A man was robbed by knife-wielding assailants in Antigua, with video footage of the incident circulating online. Full details surrounding the attack remain limited at this time.
Dominica's UWP Leader Reaches Out to Disaffected Members, Unveils Economic Plan
The leader of Dominica's opposition United Workers Party has publicly reached out to disaffected members, calling for internal unity while presenting a ten-pillar economic plan amid reported divisions within the party. According to Antigua News Room, the appeal follows recent controversy surrounding the UWP that has gained traction on social and traditional media.
US Judge Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee as Unlawful Tax
A federal judge in Boston has ruled that President Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax that Congress never authorised, dealing a blow to the administration's immigration fee policy. The White House says it is confident the ruling will be overturned on appeal.
AUA Donates Whiteboards and Flip Charts to ABCAS Ahead of New Academic Year
The American University of Antigua has donated 20 whiteboards and flip charts to the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies ahead of the new academic year, with much of the equipment designated for the college's incoming School of Agriculture. The contribution coincides with ABCAS preparing to graduate its first cohort of more than 200 students and launching early-bird applications for its next intake.
No Tsunami Threat to Antigua and Barbuda Following 6.4 Earthquake Near Cuba
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck west of Cuba on Monday, but the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has confirmed there is no tsunami threat to Antigua and Barbuda and no action is required.
Barbados Set to Launch 'Pearly App' for Citizens to Report Public Service Issues
The Barbados government is set to launch the Pearly App on Tuesday, a mobile platform allowing citizens to report potholes, water outages and other public service issues directly to relevant government agencies.
Four Men Face $500K Bail Each in $3M Pares Cannabis Case
Four men charged following a multi-million-dollar cannabis bust near Pares Village have each been granted $500,000 bail after appearing before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel. The June 4 raid on an unlicensed plantation seized more than 1,200 pounds of cannabis valued at over $3 million.
Four Men Charged After Multi-Million Dollar Cannabis Plantation Dismantled Near Pares Village
Four Antiguan men have been charged with drug trafficking and cannabis cultivation following a multi-agency raid that dismantled an unlicensed plantation near Pares Village, resulting in a seizure valued at over EC$3 million. The accused appeared before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel on June 8th and were each granted bail of $500,000 under strict conditions.
Vernon G. Edwards Workers Land First Collective Bargaining Agreement with ABWU
Employees of Vernon G. Edwards Limited have secured their first Collective Bargaining Agreement with the ABWU, ending years of stalled negotiations and delivering improved wages and working conditions through 2027.
Nighttime Detour Set for All Saints Road as Major Infrastructure Works Begin
The Ministry of Works has announced a nighttime traffic detour on All Saints Road between Buckley Line Roundabout and Herberts Junction, running from 7:00 pm on June 5th to 7:00 am the following morning. The works are part of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda's ongoing All Saints Road Project.
50 Homes to Rise in Bolans Under Antigua-China Housing Deal
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda and the People's Republic of China have partnered to construct 50 new homes in Bolans, St. Mary's South. The project aims to expand homeownership opportunities for low- and middle-income families while boosting economic activity in the area.
Antigua and Barbuda's Eye Health Push Takes Centre Stage at Kenya Global Summit
Senior Diplomat Claxton Duberry presented Antigua and Barbuda's eye health achievements at the 2030 In Sight Live Conference in Kenya, showcasing the Prime Minister's Vision Project and its Blindness Free Zone Initiative to global health leaders. The country is also preparing to host a Global Eye Health Summit on the sidelines of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Rastafarian Community Protests Outside St. John's Police Station Over Cannabis Imprisonment
Rastafarian community members gathered outside the St. John's Police Station on Saturday to protest the continued jailing of individuals for minor cannabis offences, calling for legal reform and recognition of marijuana's religious and cultural significance to their faith.
Bendals Man Sentenced to 2.5 Years for $246,000 Cannabis Seizure at Deep Water Harbour
Damar Stapleton, a Bendals Village man, has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking cannabis linked to a $246,000 seizure at Deep Water Harbour. He also faces additional charges tied to a separate alleged cannabis importation at the same port days later.
Rastafarians Stage Peaceful Protest Outside St. John's Police Station Over Cannabis Arrests
Members of Antigua and Barbuda's Rastafarian community staged a peaceful protest outside the St. John's Police Station on Saturday, calling for fairer treatment of individuals incarcerated for marijuana-related offences and urging policymakers to review existing cannabis legislation.
PM Browne Honours Centenarians as 'Living Treasures' of Antigua and Barbuda
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has honoured Antigua and Barbuda's centenarians as "living treasures" in a message marking Centenarian Week 2026, praising their collective resilience and pledging the government's continued support for the elderly population.
Governor General Welcomes $10,000 Grant for Centenarians During Annual Week of Recognition
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams has praised the government's decision to award a $10,000 grant to each centenarian in Antigua and Barbuda, calling it a meaningful expression of national gratitude during Centenarians Week 2026. Speaking in a national address, Sir Rodney celebrated the nation's oldest citizens as living examples of resilience, wisdom and service.