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Ministry of Agriculture Draws 250 Students to Second Annual Career Fair and Expo
The Ministry of Agriculture's second annual Agricultural Career Fair and Expo drew close to 250 secondary school students to the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre — more than double last year's inaugural turnout. The event aims to cultivate a youth pipeline into the agricultural sector.
Community Activist Mourns Slain Jennings Father as Police Probe Fatal Stabbing
Community activist Gladys Potter has paid tribute to Dalton Cornwall, a Jennings resident fatally stabbed on Wednesday, describing him as a devoted father and valued community member. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of his death.
Defence Turns Tables on Key Witness in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
The prosecution's key witness in the Nigel Christian murder trial faced a dramatic accusation on day six of proceedings, with defence attorneys alleging the witness himself planned and carried out the killing of the senior Customs official.
Forensic Photographer Presents Crime Scene Evidence in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
A forensic photographer appeared via video link in the Nigel Christian murder trial on Tuesday, presenting crime scene imagery and clothing evidence allegedly connected to the accused. The officer, from the Forensic Evidence Recovery Unit, was led through testimony by the prosecution in the ongoing High Court proceedings.
Panyards Are Critical Social Safety Nets, Ethnomusicologist Tells Observer AM
Ethnomusicologist Andrew R. Martin, Ph.D., has described Antiguan panyards as vital social safety nets and community development hubs, as reported by Antigua Observer. The scholar made the remarks during an appearance on Observer AM.