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Antiguan Hospitality Professional Wins Global Beverage Scholarship
Auslando Davis, assistant food and beverage manager at Curtain Bluff, has been awarded the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation's Global Beverage Scholarship, earning him a place at the prestigious international conference in New Orleans this July.
Antigua and Barbuda to Host CPL 2026 for Six Nights of Cricket and Culture
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League returns to Antigua and Barbuda's Sir Vivian Richards Stadium from August 20 to 25, 2026, featuring four Antigua and Barbuda Falcons home matches. Tourism officials say the event is a key driver of sports tourism and an opportunity to showcase the destination to visitors from across the region and beyond.
Police, Coast Guard Search for Alleged Human Remains Off Parham Coast
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda and the ABDF Coast Guard are actively investigating social media claims alleging the discovery of human remains approximately three nautical miles east of Parham Dock. Authorities have yet to pinpoint the exact location and are appealing to the public for information.
AIDS Secretariat Launches Week-Long HIV Workplace Training for Public and Private Sector Professionals
The Antigua and Barbuda AIDS Secretariat has launched a five-day Professional Development Workshop aimed at equipping public and private sector professionals with practical tools to address HIV, mental health, and stigma in the workplace. The training comes amid a reported rise in HIV infections among young people aged 16 to 24.
St. John's Rural South Youth Arm Crowns Inaugural Talent Takeover Champion
The St. John's Rural South Youth Arm held its first-ever Talent Takeover competition on July 18 at Club Labour, with Abigail Noel emerging as the inaugural champion and taking home a $1,000 grand prize. The organisation plans to make the event an annual celebration of youth talent across Antigua and Barbuda.
Youth Parliament Raffle Raises Funds for Six Schools Across Antigua and Barbuda
The National Youth Parliament Association of Antigua and Barbuda has distributed raffle proceeds to six schools nationwide, funding programmes in areas including sports, agriculture, art, and academic support. Two schools in Barbuda were among the beneficiaries.
AIDS Secretariat Hosts Workshop to Strengthen HIV Response Across Workplaces
The Antigua and Barbuda AIDS Secretariat has launched a five-day Professional Development Workshop at the Multipurpose Cultural and Exhibition Centre, bringing together public and private sector professionals to strengthen workplace responses to HIV and AIDS. The initiative comes amid a reported rise in HIV cases among individuals aged 16 to 24.
NYPAAB Concludes Back-to-School Raffle with Donations to Schools Across Antigua and Barbuda
The National Youth Parliament Association of Antigua and Barbuda has wrapped up its Back-to-School Raffle, distributing donations including eye screenings, sporting equipment, and air conditioning units to schools across both islands. According to Antigua.news, the initiative drew support from over 70 businesses and benefited six schools in total.
Letter: 'The Street Will Never Love You Back' — A Plea to Antigua's Young Men
A concerned citizen has penned an open letter to Antigua's young men following the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Leyandrew Hubbard in Potters, urging those who frequent street corners and block gatherings to choose a different path before tragedy claims them as well.
Police Open ARG Satellite Post to Bolster Carnival 2026 Security
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has opened a satellite post at the Antigua Recreation Grounds to strengthen security during Carnival 2026, which runs from July 25 to August 4. The facility, backed by partnerships with the Festivals Commission and APUA, can be reached directly at 462-0789.
Police Open Carnival City Satellite Post Ahead of Antigua Carnival 2026
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has opened a satellite police post at the Antigua Recreation Grounds ahead of Carnival 2026, which runs from July 25 to August 4. The facility, located at the former Sir Vivian Richards Players' Pavilion, will remain fully operational throughout the season with increased officer presence during major events.
Open Letter Urges Potters Youth to Leave Street Life After Fatal Shooting
Following the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Leyandrew Hubbard in Potters on Sunday, a concerned citizen has published an open letter urging young men in the community to abandon street life before it claims their own lives. The letter calls on youth to choose work, education, and purpose over the block.
PM Browne Honours Sir Garfield Sobers as Caribbean's Enduring Icon
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has issued a heartfelt tribute to the late Sir Garfield Sobers, honouring the Barbadian cricket legend as a defining symbol of Caribbean identity and excellence. Browne extended condolences on behalf of the Government and people of Antigua and Barbuda to Barbados and to Sir Garfield's family.
Tropical Depression Two Nears Gulf Coast, Expected to Become Tropical Storm Today
Tropical Depression Two is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm later Monday as it drifts across the northeastern Gulf of Mexico, bringing threats of flooding, storm surge, and dangerous surf to portions of the U.S. Gulf Coast. Tropical storm watches are in effect for parts of the Florida Panhandle, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Andy Burnham Becomes Britain's Seventh Prime Minister in a Decade
Andy Burnham was sworn in as Britain's new prime minister on Monday, becoming the country's seventh premier in a decade after Keir Starmer formally resigned. As reported by Antigua News Room, Burnham pledged to restore stability, tackle the cost-of-living crisis and end rough sleeping.
Calypso Lilly and Sudden Else Crowned Junior Calypso Monarchs
Calypso Lilly and Sudden Else were crowned Junior Calypso Monarchs in the 13-18 and 5-12 age categories respectively at the UWI Five Islands Campus Junior Calypso Competition. The event celebrated the depth of young talent in Antigua and Barbuda, with performers addressing social themes through song.
Jamaican Murder Suspect Arrested in Antigua, Deported and Handed to Jamaican Police
A Jamaican man wanted for murder was arrested in Liberta, Antigua, on July 9 and deported the following day, where he was transferred to Jamaican law enforcement without incident.
Travel Agent Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Government and Individuals of Over $44,000
Travel agent Michelle Anthony has pleaded guilty to four counts of fraudulent conversion in the High Court, admitting to defrauding the Antiguan government and two private individuals of more than $44,000. Sentencing is scheduled for September 25.
Lyrical Boss and Zsura Crowned Junior Party Monarch Champions at Antigua Carnival
Lyrical Boss and Zsura were crowned the 2026 KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch champions in the Jumpy and Groovy categories respectively during Antigua Carnival, with both winners also claiming Best Performer honours on the night.
Letter: Europe Celebrates Black Immigrants on the Pitch, Then Forgets Them Off It
A letter published by Antigua News Room argues that Europe's jubilation over Black immigrant footballers winning the 2026 World Cup for Spain exposes a deep hypocrisy, as those same communities face discrimination and exclusion off the pitch.