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Abigail Noel Crowned Champion at St. John's Rural South Inaugural Talent Takeover
Abigail Noel won $1,000 as the inaugural champion of the St. John's Rural South Talent Takeover, held on July 18 at Club Labour. The event, organised by the constituency's Youth Arm, featured eight competitors with winners chosen by audience vote.
Travel Agent Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Government and Clients of Over $44,000
Travel agent Michelle Anthony, 50, has pleaded guilty to four counts of fraudulent conversion after misappropriating more than $44,000 from the government and two private clients. Sentencing is scheduled for September 25.
Sudden Else and Calypso Lilly Crowned Champions at Antigua Carnival 2026 Junior Calypso Competition
Sudden Else and Calypso Lilly have won the top prizes in the 5-12 and 13-18 age categories respectively at the Antigua Carnival 2026 Junior Calypso Competition, held at the UWI Five Islands Campus. A series of special awards were also presented recognising performance, leadership, and improvement among young competitors.
ABCAS Students Join Jersey Art Exchange to Paint Mural Ahead of CHOGM 2026
Three ABCAS students and their art tutor are in Jersey this week to collaborate on a public mural under the theme "Safe Haven Across the Sea," with Jersey artists set to return to Antigua and Barbuda in October ahead of CHOGM 2026. The exchange is the latest in a growing bilateral partnership spanning education, sport and culture.
Lyrical Boss and Zsura Claim KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch Titles at Antigua Carnival
Lyrical Boss and Zsura were crowned the 2026 KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch champions, winning the Jumpy and Groovy titles respectively as part of Antigua Carnival. Both performers also claimed Best Performer honours in their respective categories.
Jamaican Murder Suspect Deported from Antigua, Handed to Jamaican Police
A Jamaican man wanted for murder was arrested in Liberta on July 9th and deported to Jamaica the following day, where he was handed over to local police. According to Antigua Observer, officers also seized electronic items and a motor van during the operation.
Judge Orders Dexter Scotland's Release After Murder Charge Dismissed
A judge has ordered the immediate release of Dexter Scotland after his murder charge in the death of Jahfari Isaac was dismissed, with his attorney successfully arguing that the not-guilty verdict rendered his continued detention unlawful despite the Crown's pending appeal.
Travel Agent Pleads Guilty to Four Fraud Counts Totalling Over $44,000
Travel agent Michelle Anthony has pleaded guilty to four counts of fraudulent conversion before the High Court of Justice, with allegations she defrauded the government and two individuals of more than $44,000. Sentencing is scheduled for September 25th.
Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2026 to Feature Public Art Installation and Major Retrospective
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has unveiled the programme for the fourth edition of Antigua and Barbuda Art Week, running November 11–18, 2026, featuring a new public art installation, a major retrospective and expanded immersive experiences. Artists and community partners are invited to participate, with the 'Call for Artists' open until July 30.
Calypso's Survival Hinges on Investment and Cultural Recognition, Researcher Says
Caribbean music researcher Dr. Andrew Martin says calypso's future depends on sustained investment in young talent and broader cultural recognition of the artform's role in Caribbean society. He warns that without year-round development support, calypso's financial rewards will never match those available in soca.
Antigua's 2025 Census Ramps Up, Seeks 300 Recruits Nationwide
Antigua and Barbuda's 2025 Population and Housing Census is gaining momentum, with the Census Department now hiring 300 workers and planning a national media campaign to inform the public ahead of community visits.
Bankers Association Warns Residents About 'Money Mule' Job Scams on Social Media
The Antigua and Barbuda Montserrat Bankers Association is warning residents that social media job offers promising large financial returns may be recruiting them as unknowing participants in money laundering schemes. Officials are urging anyone approached with suspicious financial requests to contact their bank and report the incident to authorities.
UPP Takes Zero-Tolerance Stance on Third-Country Deportee Arrangements
The United Progressive Party has declared zero tolerance for any deportees matching the profile described by the United States government, with Senator Jonathan Wehner arguing the arrangement is incompatible with the country's safety and existing crime challenges.
Russian Strike Disables Antigua-Flagged Cargo Ship; One Seafarer Dead
A Russian strike has disabled the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged cargo ship VENTURO off Ukraine's Odesa coast, killing one Filipino seafarer and injuring three others. The Ukrainian Navy rescued 17 survivors while under continued attack.
Antigua-Flagged Ship Hit in Russian Strike on Odesa; One Seafarer Dead
A Russian strike has disabled the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged cargo ship VENTURO off Ukraine's Odesa coast, killing one Filipino seafarer and injuring three others. The Ukrainian Navy rescued all 17 surviving crew members as attacks on the region's maritime infrastructure continued.
Tottenham Academy Star Blake Philogene-Bidace Called Up for Antigua and Barbuda
Tottenham Hotspur academy player Blake Philogene-Bidace, 16, has been called up to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship in Mexico. The brother of Premier League star Jaden Philogene-Bidace, he joins the national camp after scoring twice in a preseason win for Tottenham's Under-18 side.
Sir Garfield Sobers: The Innings That Made the Caribbean Stand Tall
The passing of Sir Garfield Sobers on 17 July 2026 draws reflection not only on the career of cricket's greatest all-rounder, but on his profound role in shaping the confidence, identity and aspirations of a post-colonial Caribbean. Ambassador Dr. Clarence Pilgrim argues that Sobers' legacy is nothing less than a blueprint for regional excellence and collective dignity.
St. Lucia PM Mourns Two Women Dead After Late-Night Boat Collision at Anse Cochon
Two young women were killed and 14 others injured after two vessels collided late Saturday night off Anse Cochon on Saint Lucia's western coast. Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has extended condolences to the victims' families as authorities continue search-and-rescue efforts for two missing persons.
Teen Held After 48 Chickens Stolen From Antigua Grammar School Poultry Coop
An 18-year-old man is in police custody after 48 layer chickens, valued at EC$2,880, were stolen from the Antigua Grammar School's poultry coop between July 16 and 17. Police recovered 28 of the birds during a search along Kentish Road.
Manhunt Underway After Potters Man Shot Dead in Broad Daylight
A 29-year-old Potters man, identified as Leyandrew Hubbard, was shot and killed in broad daylight on Ladoo Road on Sunday morning, with a second man critically wounded. Police have launched a manhunt for a lone gunman and are appealing to the public for information.