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IShowSpeed Tries Antiguan Cuisine Despite Stomach Bug, Shares Reaction Online
Internet personality IShowSpeed pushed through an overnight stomach bug to sample Antigua's traditional chop-up, saltfish, fried dumpling, and fried plantain, sharing his reaction with his global audience online.
American Streamer IShowSpeed Broadcasts Live from Antigua to Millions
Popular American internet streamer IShowSpeed broadcast a live stream from Antigua to millions of viewers worldwide, shining a global spotlight on the island nation.
PM Browne Calls on UPP to Restructure After Landslide Election Defeat
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has called on the opposition United Progressive Party to restructure and reform following a landslide defeat in the April 30 general election, in which his Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party won 15 of 17 parliamentary seats. Browne criticised the UPP's internal divisions, disjointed campaign, and lack of consistent messaging.
PM Browne Calls for End to 'Vitriolic Rhetoric' Following ABLP Landslide Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne is calling for an end to "vitriolic rhetoric" in Antiguan politics following the ABLP's landslide win of 15 out of 17 parliamentary seats in the April 30 general election. Browne says he intends to focus on governance rather than political confrontation during the new term.
PM Browne Calls on UPP Chair Isaac to Resign After Election Defeat
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has called on UPP Chair D. Gisele Isaac to resign following the opposition party's heavy defeat in the April 30 general election, saying she had previously indicated she would step down. Isaac has not yet responded publicly.
Constituency Boundary Changes Hinge on Census Completion, PM Browne Says
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says constituency boundary changes cannot proceed until the national census is completed, with a reconstituted Boundaries Commission expected to act on the findings in approximately two years.
IShowSpeed to Appear with PM Browne at Fryes Beach Carnival Event
Internet personality IShowSpeed is set to join Prime Minister Gaston Browne at a family-friendly football and entertainment event at Fryes Beach on May 3, 2026, as part of Antigua's carnival festivities. The appearance is already generating significant social media buzz, particularly among younger audiences.
PM Browne Pledges Equal Treatment for All, Including on Sexuality, as New Term Begins
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged non-discrimination across all sectors of society, including on the basis of sexual orientation, in remarks delivered during both his election night victory speech and his swearing-in ceremony following the ABLP's landslide April 30 win.
UPP to Mark Labour Day with Beach Gathering Following General Election
The United Progressive Party has invited members and supporters to a Labour Day beach gathering at Ffryes Beach on May 4, days after the April 30 general election. The noon event is described as a family-friendly day of unity, relaxation and celebration.
PM Browne: Wage Increases Must Be Earned Through Greater Productivity
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned that recent wage increases — including a new minimum wage and a public sector salary rise — must be matched by measurable improvements in worker productivity. Speaking on his Saturday radio programme, Browne singled out inefficiencies in the public sector and called on all workers to adopt a stronger work ethic.
PM Browne Warns Public Sector Laggards as Government Pushes Wage Increases
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned public sector workers that higher wages must be matched by improved productivity, calling out what he described as longstanding inefficiency within government departments. The remarks came as his administration rolled out a minimum wage increase to EC$11.50 per hour and a five percent public sector salary raise.
CIWiL Hails Election of Two Women to Antigua and Barbuda Parliament
The Caribbean Women in Leadership (CIWiL) Antigua and Barbuda National Chapter has congratulated Maria Bird Browne and Kiz Johnson on their election to the House of Representatives, hailing their victories as a milestone for women's representation in national politics.
Global Streaming Phenomenon IShowSpeed Touches Down in Antigua and Barbuda
American YouTube and streaming star IShowSpeed has arrived in Antigua and Barbuda as part of his Caribbean tour, with several local personalities issuing challenges ahead of what promises to be a highly watched live broadcast from the island.
OAS Urges Electoral Reforms in Antigua and Barbuda Following April General Elections
The OAS Electoral Observation Mission has called for comprehensive reforms to Antigua and Barbuda's electoral system following the April 30 general elections, citing weaknesses in voter registration, campaign finance rules, and gender representation. The Mission praised the overall conduct of the polls but outlined several areas requiring legislative and administrative action.
OAS Commends Antigua's April 30 Election But Raises Turnout and Structural Concerns
The OAS Electoral Observation Mission has praised Antigua and Barbuda's April 30 general elections as transparent and orderly, but flagged a nearly eight-percentage-point drop in voter turnout and called for structural reforms to the electoral system.
Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 in May
Antigua and Barbuda will host the 44th edition of the Caribbean Travel Marketplace from May 12 to 15, 2026, with hundreds of international delegates, media outlets, and tourism industry leaders expected to attend. The event, organised by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, is the Caribbean's leading tourism trade forum.
PM Browne Dismisses Vote-Buying Claims, Credits Landslide Win to Government Performance
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has rejected opposition allegations of vote-buying following the ABLP's landslide victory, which saw the party win 15 of 17 parliamentary seats. Browne argued the result reflected voter confidence in his government's performance and stated that building materials were deliberately withheld before the election to avoid any appearance of impropriety.
IShowSpeed Arrives in Antigua as Carnival Sunday Events Span Multiple Venues
Online personality IShowSpeed has arrived in Antigua and is set to go live at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, as a series of carnival events unfolds across multiple venues including Ffryes Beach, the Northsound International Raceway, and the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
Golding Congratulates Browne on Historic Fourth Consecutive Election Win
Jamaica's Opposition Leader Mark Golding has congratulated Prime Minister Gaston Browne after the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party secured a landslide victory, winning 15 of 17 seats. The result makes Browne the first prime minister in the nation's history to win four consecutive general elections.
Antigua and Barbuda Takes Centre Stage at UN Global Education Summit
A five-member Antiguan delegation took a leading role at the Transforming Global Education Summit at UN Headquarters in New York, with education officials and youth representatives presenting the country's vision for holistic, resilience-focused education reform. Director of Education Clare Browne and fellow delegates delivered remarks and moderated panels on mental health, nutrition, disaster resilience, and volunteerism in education.