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Autism Awareness: Expert Highlights Importance of Sensory Safe Spaces in Antigua and Barbuda
As Autism Awareness Month continues, Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis speaks with Antigua Observer about sensory processing and the need for sensory safe spaces for autistic persons in Antigua and Barbuda. The interview marks the first installment of the new "Autism and Me" series.
UPP Candidate Accuses PM Browne of 'Institutional Bribery' and Weaponising Hardship
UPP candidate Malaka Parker has accused Prime Minister Gaston Browne of using taxpayer funds to create voter dependency, calling the practice "institutional bribery" and accusing his administration of "weaponising hardship."
Fire Guts Lower Gambles Commercial Building; Doctor Braves Smoke to Rescue Cancer Patients' Medication
A fire broke out Friday afternoon at a commercial building in Lower Gambles, destroying medical and legal offices. At least one doctor braved thick smoke to rescue chemotherapy medication vital to his cancer patients.
Venezuela Never Cut PetroCaribe Aid Despite Sanctions, Commentator Says
Commentator Dr. Radcliffe Robins says Venezuela never scaled back its PetroCaribe oil support to the Caribbean despite facing heavy sanctions, while oil-rich English-speaking Caribbean nations have offered no comparable assistance.
Local Doctor Slams Government Silence as Cuban Medical Team Prepares to Depart
A local doctor has publicly criticised the Antigua and Barbuda government and medical community for staying silent as Cuban medical personnel prepare to leave the country after decades of service. The physician argues that formal recognition of Cuba's healthcare contribution is long overdue.
CiWiL Fempreneur Fund Drives Community-Focused Entrepreneurship in Antigua
The CiWiL Fempreneur Fund, a partnership between CiWiL, the Prime Minister's EDP, and Antigua Commercial Bank, is being recognised as more than a grant programme — it is driving community-focused innovation among women entrepreneurs in Antigua. According to Antigua Observer, the initiative combines capital access with broader support to create lasting social and economic impact.
PM Browne and UPP Candidate Trade Conflicting Accounts Over Alleged Secret Negotiations
Prime Minister Gaston Browne and UPP candidate Adrian Williams are locked in a heated dispute over allegations of secret meetings, job negotiations, and unresolved severance payments for former employees. The two sides have offered conflicting accounts, with neither yet providing independent verification of their claims.
NSWMA Workers Allege Fear, Safety Failures in Anonymous Letter
An anonymous letter submitted to Antigua Observer has levelled serious allegations against the National Solid Waste Management Authority, with workers claiming a workplace culture of fear, unsafe conditions, and years of unresolved grievances.
Labrada Double Keeps Grenades FC in APL Title Hunt After 3-1 Win
Grenades FC secured a 3-1 win over Garden Stars on Tuesday, with a Labrada brace playing a key role in keeping the club in contention for the Antigua Premier League title.
Benna Boys U-20 Squad to Face Quality Opposition Ahead of Concacaf Championships
Antigua and Barbuda's under-20 football team is set to play at least two quality friendly matches as they ramp up preparations for the Concacaf Under-20 Championships beginning in July, according to Technical Director Sowerby Gomes.
Athanaze Smashes Fourth Century to Send PMS into U19 Cricket Finals
J'quan Athanaze blasted a superb 147 — his fourth century of the tournament — to guide Princess Margaret School past Clare Hall Secondary School on first innings points and into the Ministry of Sports Interschools Under-19 Cricket Competition finals.
Teenager Charged with Murder of Golden Grove Man Two Years After His Death
A teenager has been charged with the murder of 33-year-old Rodney Piper of Golden Grove, more than two years after his death — a development his mother says came only after months of pushing authorities for action.
Governor General Dissolves Parliament, Triggering General Election
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams has dissolved Parliament effective April 1, 2026, officially triggering a general election called by Prime Minister Gaston Browne.
Lovell Slams Government 'Gimmicks' as UPP Kicks Off All Saints West Campaign
UPP candidate Harold Lovell has launched his All Saints West campaign ahead of the snap election, criticizing the government's sudden constituency activity as political gimmickry while pledging trustworthy leadership.
Government to Review Public Smoking Laws, Eyes Shift to Ticketing System
The Antiguan government has announced a review of public smoking laws under the Tobacco Control Act of 2018 and the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Act of 2024, with a possible shift toward a ticketing-based enforcement system. The move signals a potential change in how smoking violations in public spaces are handled across Antigua and Barbuda.
Pharmacy Council President: Fraudulent Prescription Activity Could Lead to Criminal Charges
The President of the Pharmacy Council of Antigua and Barbuda, Algernon Roberts, has warned that pharmacists must report patients obtaining prescriptions from multiple doctors, cautioning that those involved in such fraud could face criminal charges.
Police Issue Good Friday Alcohol Ban Reminder Ahead of April 3 Holiday
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has reminded residents that the sale of alcohol is banned on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, under the Licensing (Intoxicating Liquor) (Amendment) Act, No. 9 of 2014.
Doctors Warn Antigua and Barbuda Faces Unusually High Multiple Myeloma Rates
Doctors at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre are warning that Antigua and Barbuda is diagnosing multiple myeloma, a blood cancer, at rates far above regional and global norms. Medical professionals say the trend represents a serious and underrecognised public health concern for local families.
Antigua Carnival 2026 Launch Postponed Due to Scheduling Conflicts
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has postponed the April 11 launch of Antigua Carnival 2026, citing scheduling conflicts with external service providers. ABFC Chairperson Ambassador Elizabeth Makhoul confirmed the delay, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Social Workers Urge Antiguans: Don't Wait for Crisis Before Seeking Help
Social work professionals, including a senior official from the National Association of Social Workers in the United States, are urging the public to seek help early rather than waiting until a personal or family situation reaches crisis point.