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Volunteer Divers Pull Nearly 300 Pounds of Debris from Barbuda Yacht Wreck
A team of 18 volunteers, including nine young eco-divers, removed nearly 300 pounds of debris and ghost nets from the wreck of the yacht Jonah off Barbuda to protect surrounding coral reefs. The operation was supported by Adventure Antigua, the Barbuda Ocean Club, and the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme.
Grays Farm Man Remanded on Firearm Charges After Queen Elizabeth Highway Shooting
Coteen Francis, 32, of Grays Farm has been remanded to prison until July 22 on charges including shooting with intent to murder, following a shooting near an ABLP concert on Queen Elizabeth Highway in the early hours of April 26.
UPP Leader Pringle Casts Ballot, Urges High Turnout Ahead of Election Results
UPP leader Jamale Pringle cast his ballot Thursday in Antigua and Barbuda's general election, urging strong voter turnout and declaring confidence that his party will emerge victorious. Pringle outlined economic issues including the cost of living, road conditions and water shortages as top priorities for the party's first 100 days in office.
Team Antigua and Barbuda Head to St Lucia for ECVA Beach Volleyball Championships
Team Antigua and Barbuda departed Thursday for St Lucia to compete in the 2026 ECVA Beach Volleyball Championships, set to take place from May 1 to 3. Volleyball Antigua and Barbuda has expressed full support for the national squad ahead of the regional tournament.
Antigua and Barbuda Ranks 154th in Global AI Readiness Index, Report Finds
Antigua and Barbuda has been ranked 154th out of 195 countries in the 2025 Government AI Readiness Index published by Oxford Insights, placing it among the lower tier of CARICOM nations. The region's scores reveal stronger digital infrastructure than national AI strategy or applied AI development.
Antigua and Barbuda Ranks 154th in Global AI Readiness as Region Lags Behind
Antigua and Barbuda has been ranked 154th out of 195 countries in the 2025 Government AI Readiness Index, with CARICOM as a whole showing stronger digital infrastructure than coherent national AI strategies. Jamaica is the only regional member state to place within the global top 100.
Man Sentenced to 38 Months for Sexual Offences Against Teen He Met Online
A man in his late twenties has been jailed for 38 months after pleading guilty to sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he met on social media in 2022. The offences came to light in November 2022 following a police report.
Man Sentenced to 38 Months for Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old He Met Online
A man in his late twenties has been sentenced to 38 months in prison for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he groomed through social media, according to Antigua.news. The defendant pleaded guilty after a failed bid to suppress his confession.
Court Blocks Audit Bid in Butch Stewart Estate Battle, Executors File Appeal
A Jamaican Supreme Court has struck out an application by executors of the late Butch Stewart's estate seeking to conduct an audit before transferring ATL Group shares to his son Adam, as reported by Antigua News Room. The executors have since filed an appeal, keeping the high-profile succession dispute ongoing.
Adam Stewart Wins Court Battle Over Audit of Butch Stewart Estate Companies
Jamaica's Supreme Court has struck out a bid by executors of the late Butch Stewart's estate to conduct a red-flag audit of companies including Gorstew Limited, ruling they lacked legal standing under the Trusts Act. The decision marks a significant legal victory for Sandals Hotels boss Adam Stewart in a protracted family dispute over his father's estate.
Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Raping 8-Year-Old Girl in Position of Trust
A man who sexually abused an eight-year-old girl on multiple occasions has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty before the High Court. The defendant, who had posed as the child's father, entered his plea just one day before sentencing, sparing the victim from testifying at trial.
PM Gaston Browne and Wife Maria Cast Their Ballots on Election Day
Prime Minister Gaston Browne and his wife, Minister Maria Browne, cast their ballots together on Election Day, displaying ink-stained fingers as a mark of civic participation. The couple was photographed by Wayne Mariette at the polling station.
ABEC: Voters Without Valid ID Cards Can Still Cast Ballots on Election Day
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has confirmed that voters without renewed ID cards can still vote on election day by visiting any registration unit to obtain a special identification card. ABEC Public Relations Officer Elisa Graham outlined the process on Pointe TV Thursday morning, urging all eligible voters to participate.
Commonwealth Observers Fan Out Across Antigua and Barbuda Ahead of April 30 Election
Commonwealth observers, led by former Botswana Foreign Affairs Minister Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi, have been deployed across Antigua and Barbuda to assess electoral readiness ahead of the April 30 general election. The mission aims to ensure transparency and reinforce public confidence in the democratic process.
Voter Turnout Varies Between St. John's City East and West on Election Day
Early voting in Antigua and Barbuda's 2026 general elections shows a stronger turnout in St. John's City West compared to a quieter St. John's City East, with polling agents anticipating a midday surge.
ABEC: 190 Polling Stations Ensure Smooth, Efficient Voting Across Antigua and Barbuda
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission reports a smooth and incident-free start to voting, with ABEC PRO Elisa Graham attributing short lines to an expanded network of 190 polling stations designed to reduce wait times and improve voter flow.
Antiguans Turn Out Across Nation as Election Day Voting Gets Underway
Voters across Antigua and Barbuda headed to polling stations on Election Day, with activity reported at multiple communities and constituencies. Turnout varied by location in the early hours, though steady participation was observed nationwide.
PM Browne and Wife Maria Cast Their Ballots
Prime Minister Gaston Browne and his wife Maria were filmed casting their ballots, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Moringa Seeds Remove Up to 98.5% of Microplastics from Drinking Water, Study Finds
A new study by Brazilian and British scientists has found that extracts from moringa tree seeds can remove up to 98.5% of PVC microplastics from drinking water, performing comparably to commonly used chemical coagulants. Researchers say the natural, biodegradable method shows particular promise for small communities and areas with limited access to conventional water treatment chemicals.
Vehicle Crashes Into Preschool Fence Behind Greenbay School
A vehicle crashed into and became lodged in a fence at a preschool behind Greenbay School. Details on potential injuries have not yet been confirmed.