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Open Letter Blames UPP's 'Shugy' for St. Mary's South Election Defeat
A public letter published by Antigua News Room holds defeated UPP politician 'Shugy' personally responsible for his loss in St. Mary's South at the 2026 general election, citing alleged parliamentary misconduct, frequent overseas travel, and a failure to prioritise his constituents.
ABCAS Launches Electric Vehicle Battery Technologies Workshop with Regional Partners
ABCAS has launched a four-day Electric Vehicle Battery Technologies Workshop in partnership with UWI Mona and ABNTA, gathering key national and regional stakeholders for specialised training in electric mobility. The initiative is backed by German federal funding through the International Climate Initiative.
Road Rehabilitation Programme Advances Nationwide as April Works Progress
Road rehabilitation works continued across Antigua and Barbuda throughout April, with authorities reporting steady progress on major projects including All Saints Road, supported by a US$100 million road loan. The government says construction activity will intensify in the months ahead as additional funding is rolled out.
World Press Freedom Day Highlights Journalism's Role in Peace and Human Rights
World Press Freedom Day is drawing renewed attention to the indispensable role of a free press in promoting peace, human rights, and global security. The observance also highlights the work of organisations such as HWPL, which recently gathered 220 journalists worldwide to advance peace-focused, solutions-based reporting.
PM Browne Defends Handing Cash to Public as Personal 'Obligation to Share'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has publicly defended his practice of handing cash to members of the public at events, calling it a personal obligation to share and care for citizens. He made the remarks at the joint AT&LU and Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party Labour Day rally, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Antigua and Barbuda Swears In New Administration After Historic 2026 Election Victory
Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne and the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party have been sworn into office following a decisive 2026 general election victory, securing a fourth consecutive term with 15 of 17 parliamentary seats and over 60 percent of the popular vote. The election was conducted peacefully, reinforcing the nation's reputation as one of the Caribbean's most stable democracies.
Man Jailed Four Years for Attempted Rape of Antiguan Woman
Sazeek Joseph has been sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted of the attempted rape of an 18-year-old woman in an incident dating back to June 2022. A jury found him guilty in March following the presentation of audio recordings, messages, and physical evidence.
PM Browne Defends Cash Handouts: 'That Is Not Bribery — That Is Care'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended his practice of giving cash directly to citizens, arguing it reflects care and solidarity rather than vote-buying. The remarks, made during his Labour Day speech, come amid opposition criticism following the recent general election.
OPINION: The ABLP's 2026 Comeback — A Political Analysis of Resilience and Reform
In a political analysis published by Antigua.news, Dr. W. Aubrey Webson examines the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party's 2026 general election comeback, drawing parallels between the ABLP's resilience and Muhammad Ali's famous rope-a-dope boxing strategy. Webson argues the party's emphatic return to power reflects democratic confidence and the rewards of reform following its near-defeat in 2023.
UPP Vows to Rebuild After Being Reduced to One Seat in Election Rout
The United Progressive Party has vowed to regroup and rebuild after being reduced to a single parliamentary seat in last Thursday's general election. The party circulated a defiant message to supporters, signalling that internal renewal efforts are already underway.
PM Browne Champions National Unity, Blasts Opposition Collapse at Labour Day Rally
Prime Minister Gaston Browne used his Labour Day platform to champion national unity and tout his party's stability, while sharply criticising the opposition for what he called self-destructive internal division. According to Antigua.news, Browne made the remarks fresh off his administration's recent general election victory.
Union Chief Blasts Government Over Workers' Rights, Demands End to 15-Year Labour Code Delay
ABWU General Secretary David Massiah used his Labour Day address to accuse the government of neglecting workers and allowing a revision of the country's Labour Code to languish for 15 years without resolution. He called for urgent legislative modernisation covering mental health, public sector pay, and workplace benefits.
ABLP MPs to Be Sworn In as Nation Awaits Cabinet Appointments
All ABLP Members of Parliament are set to be sworn in at 5:00 p.m. today at the American University of Antigua, following the party's landslide win of 15 out of 17 parliamentary seats. Public attention is now focused on Prime Minister Gaston Browne's anticipated Cabinet appointments, with hints of both continuity and new additions.
PM Browne Threatens Deportation for Foreign Managers Who Disrespect Local Workers
Prime Minister Gaston Browne used his Labour Day address to deliver a stark warning to foreign managers in Antigua and Barbuda, stating that those who disrespect local workers will be deported. The remarks, reported by Antigua.news, drew strong crowd approval and signal a firmer government posture on labour rights.
ABLP Chair Predicts UPP Collapse, Possible By-Election Within Six Months
ABLP Chairman E.P. Chet Greene has predicted that UPP Political Leader Jamale Pringle, the opposition's only winning candidate in the April 30 general election, will be forced to resign his parliamentary seat within six months due to mounting internal party pressure.
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.