Wave of School Break-ins Sparks Outrage and Concern Across Antigua

Another local school has fallen victim to thieves; this time, the Cedar Grove Primary School, where vandals struck over the weekend, breaking into multiple classrooms and stealing critical equipment. According to reports, the culprits made off...

Top United States Military Official To Visit Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada

Commander of U.S. Southern Command, Admiral Alvin Holsey to Visit Antigua And Barbuda, Grenada for Key Leader Engagements U.S. Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will visit Antigua and Barbuda and Grenada Oct....

Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority Reports Swift Operational Recovery After Tropical Storm Jerry

Minimal Flight Disruptions Despite the adverse weather, flight disruptions at the V. C. Bird International Airport were minimal. Only one of three daily North American flights was cancelled, while most other cancellations involved domestic and...

Government Moves Forward with New Port in Barbuda for Trade and Tourism

Government Moves Forward with New Port in Barbuda for Trade and Tourism The government is advancing plans to build a new port in Barbuda as part of efforts to expand trade and tourism infrastructure on the sister island. During Thursday’s...

Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority Reports Quick Operations Recovery in Wake of TS Jerry

Following the torrential rain and high winds that resulted from the passage of tropical storm Jerry on the early morning of Friday October 10th 2025, the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority (ABAA) is reporting a quick recovery of air service...

Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission Delegation to Represent Antigua Carnival at Miami Carnival 2025

The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission, in partnership with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, is excited to announce the departure of our delegation that will represent Antigua Carnival during the peak weekend of Miami Carnival...

Antigua and Barbuda Pursues Maritime Partnership with Panama

Antigua and Barbuda is moving to deepen its maritime cooperation with Panama, one of the world’s leading logistics hubs. Prime Minister Gaston Browne has tasked Ambassador Sir Ron Sanders with leading negotiations between the Antigua Port...

Antigua Among Top Choices for UK Travellers Seeking Mental Health Breaks

Thomas Cook unveils ‘The Package Holiday Prescription’ as Brits prioritise mental wellbeing with bookings to The Bahamas and Antigua and Barbuda Bahamas bookings up 183% and Antigua and Barbuda up 196% as holidaymakers look further afield, with...

Sri Lanka, Antigua and Barbuda Establish Diplomatic Relations

Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States, Mahinda Samarasinghe, and Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the United States, Sir Ronald Sanders Sri Lanka and Antigua and Barbuda have formally established diplomatic relations following the signing...

ABEC reiterates call for persons to replace voters ID cards

The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission (ABEC) is encouraging persons once again who have not replaced their voters ID Cards to do so. Presently only 16000 of the 40,000-voter population have completed the process. ABEC’s Public Relations...

PHOTOS: Police Recover Suspected Stolen Items During Islandwide Operations

The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has recovered a large quantity of suspected stolen property following a series of coordinated operations conducted across several communities over the past 72 hours. The targeted exercises formed part...

Antigua and Barbuda Welcomes Israel–Hamas Ceasefire, Calls for Lasting Peace and Humanitarian Relief

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has welcomed the recently announced ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, describing it as a vital step toward restoring peace and stability in the region. In a statement issued by Minister of Foreign Affairs,...

Antigua Removes Visa Requirement for Panamanians

Citizens of Panama can now visit Antigua and Barbuda without a visa, following what Prime Minister Gaston Browne described as “an oversight corrected.” Browne made the announcement while receiving credentials from Panama’s new ambassador, Ana...

Antigua and Panama Move Toward Stronger Trade and Air Links

Simultaneously, talks with LIAT Air aim to connect Eastern Caribbean travelers directly to Panama for business and shopping. Browne called Panama “a vital trade and logistics hub,” and revealed that Sir Ronald Sanders, Antigua and Barbuda’s...

Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association Backs Sugar Tax on Sweetened Beverages

Excessive sugar intake harms both general and oral health, contributing to rising rates of tooth decay, periodontal disease, gingival inflammation, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes. Some countries have even...

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA BULLISH ON ECONOMIC BOOST FROM TIES WITH PANAMA

Antigua and Barbuda is moving to strengthen ties with Panama in key areas, including trade, logistics and climate diplomacy. Both countries are expecting to reap significant economic benefits as the twin-island state has welcomed a new...

Antigua and Barbuda moves toward ban on reef-harming sunscreens

Antigua and Barbuda is advancing plans to protect its vulnerable marine ecosystems by considering a ban on sunscreen products containing chemicals known to harm coral reefs and marine life. - Advertisement - The Ministry of Trade has begun a...

Barbuda Schools to Close Friday as Tropical Storm Jerry Nears

However, classes will continue as normal on mainland Antigua, where a Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect. Education officials said they will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates should conditions change. Residents...

Antigua and Barbuda welcomes the ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda on the cease fire by Israel and Hamas Antigua and Barbuda welcomes the ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas, secured through the...

Antigua and Barbuda Could Face Stricter EU Visa-Free Rules

Antigua and Barbuda’s visa-free access to Europe could come under greater scrutiny following new rules passed by the European Parliament that make it easier for the European Union to suspend or revoke visa-free travel from countries whose citizens...