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PM Browne Pledges to Address Unpaid Seaweed Workers' Complaints
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to take up the matter of unpaid seaweed workers with the relevant ministry after a caller raised the issue on his Browne and Browne radio programme.
Cancer Centre Set to Reopen in June 2026, PM Browne Confirms
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that the Cancer Centre, closed since April 2023, is expected to reopen in June 2026 following ownership changes and equipment disputes. The PM also signalled plans to develop the facility into a regional medical hub for Caribbean patients.
Antigua's Cancer Centre Set to Reopen in June 2026, PM Envisions Regional Medical Hub
Antigua and Barbuda's Cancer Centre is set to reopen in June 2026 after more than two years of closure, Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed. The facility, now under US-based private ownership, has missed previous reopening deadlines, drawing ongoing criticism from cancer support groups.
Russia Sends 100,000 Tonnes of Oil to Crisis-Hit Cuba as Trump Softens Blockade Stance
A Russian tanker carrying 100,000 tonnes of crude oil has entered Cuban waters in the first such delivery since January, as US President Donald Trump appeared to soften the de facto fuel blockade his administration imposed on the island. The shipment offers a short-term reprieve for Cuba, which has been suffering widespread blackouts and critical fuel shortages.
PM Browne Signals Social Security Pension Hike Following Actuarial Review
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed a 5 percent increase in state pension payments and signalled that a Social Security pension hike is also being planned, pending the outcome of an actuarial review.
Lewis Vows to Run on His Record as Election Battle Heats Up in Rural West
Opposition MP Richard Lewis has declared his intention to seek re-election in St. John's Rural West, saying he will run on his record and expressing confidence that constituents have already made up their minds in his favour. Lewis made the remarks during Friday's Parliament proceedings, according to Antigua.news.
Opinion: Should the UPP Step Aside From Antigua's Next Election?
A political opinion piece, as reported by Antigua News Room, argues that the UPP should consider not contesting Antigua and Barbuda's next election, citing a dangerous convergence of domestic controversy surrounding the Browne administration and an increasingly volatile global environment that could make victory more a liability than an achievement.
PM Browne to Bring APUA Amnesty Proposal to Cabinet Following Live Show Appeal
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to bring an APUA amnesty proposal to Cabinet that could offer relief to households disconnected from electricity or water services due to unpaid bills. The announcement follows a live appeal made during Saturday's Browne and Browne Show.
PM Browne Pledges Cabinet Review of APUA Amnesty for Disconnected Customers
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to bring an amnesty proposal for disconnected APUA customers before Cabinet, after the issue was raised live during the Browne and Browne Show on Saturday. No specific terms were outlined, with details to be determined through the Cabinet process.
Antigua Bids Farewell to Former MP and Senator Eustace 'Teco' Lake
Antigua and Barbuda is holding an official funeral today for former MP and Senator Eustace "Teco" Lake, who passed away in February after a prolonged battle with kidney disease. Colleagues remembered him as a dedicated public servant known for his warmth and connection with constituents.
Antigua and Barbuda Joins Regional Push for International Disaster Protection Treaty
Antigua and Barbuda participated in a Jamaica roundtable examining a proposed international treaty to protect people affected by disasters, with Red Cross President Dr. Jose Humphreys calling for stronger emphasis on preparedness and faster humanitarian access.
PM Browne Questions UPP Candidates' Visibility in Constituency-by-Constituency Critique
Prime Minister Gaston Browne used his Browne and Browne radio programme to assess UPP candidates constituency by constituency, arguing most lack presence — with only Emmanuel Peters and Jonathan Joseph standing out, though he said the odds remain against them.
Antigua Cruise Port's Upland Development Moves Forward with New Retail Spaces
Global Ports Holdings reports that Phase 2 of the upland development at Antigua Cruise Port is advancing, with roofing now underway on new retail and commercial structures. The project aims to expand shopping options, support small businesses, and boost the cruise tourism experience.
UPP's Parker Says Snap Election Is a Cover for Government's Poor Record
UPP candidate Malaka Parker has urged voters in St. John's Rural North to reject what she calls a snap election designed to distract from government failures, calling on the public to hold leadership accountable at the polls.
Governor General Honours Antiguan Doctors at Cathedral Service
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams honoured doctors across Antigua and Barbuda at a Church Service held at the Holy Family Cathedral to mark International Doctors' Day, praising their dedication and calling on citizens to express gratitude to medical professionals.
T&T Mother Pleads for Answers as Son's Antigua Disappearance Nears One Year
A Trinidad and Tobago mother is pleading for answers as the disappearance of her 21-year-old son in Antigua nears the one-year anniversary, with no official missing persons alert issued and no confirmed leads. Candy Vasquez says her family recently marked Thomas's birthday without him, as uncertainty about his fate continues.
Culture Director Calls on Politicians to Hire Local Artists Over AI for Election Campaigns
Culture Director Khan Cordice is urging political candidates to hire local singers, composers, graphic artists, and other creatives for their election campaigns rather than relying on artificial intelligence. Cordice argues that engaging local talent would demonstrate genuine investment in the creative community.
Commentary: 'Renewal' — A Bold New Tourism Vision for the Caribbean
A new tourism concept called "Renewal" proposes repositioning the Caribbean as a global leader in restorative, heritage-rooted wellness tourism, drawing on Taíno indigenous wisdom and modern medical science. The commentary, published by Antigua News Room, calls for a pilot location to serve as a prototype for a model that could benefit small island economies across the region.
Opposition MP Brands Bolans Housing Project 'A Complete Disaster,' Demands Independent Inspection
Opposition MP Kelvin "Shugy" Simon has denounced the Bolans housing development as "a complete disaster," citing poor drainage and safety concerns, and is demanding an independent inspection of the project before families take possession of their homes.
St. John's City South Resident Raises Alarm Over Lack of Constituency Engagement
A concerned resident of St. John's City South has written a public letter criticising the lack of communication, development updates, and equitable access to constituency services ahead of elections. The letter, reported by Antigua News Room, calls on representatives to engage more actively with the community.