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Pig heart transplant recipient dies. Was second-ever to receive organ
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group The world’s second pig heart transplant recipient has died six weeks after having the organ implanted, the University of Maryland Medical Center announced Tuesday. The patient, 58-year-old Lawrence Faucette — a Navy veteran and retired lab technician at the National…
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James claims that LIAT 2020 was born out of Browne’s desire to spite the airline pilots’ union
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group (REAL News) — Gatesworth James, a former board member of LIAT (1974) Ltd., claims that LIAT 2020 was created out of spite for the regional carrier’s pilots’ union, since Prime Minister Gaston Browne did not want to honour financial obligations…
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Bramble files for stay of proceedings, challenges the constitutionality of charges against her
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group (Observer) — Social media personality Washington Bramble has filed for a stay of proceedings as she challenged the constitutionality of the charges against her which allege she insulted former Chief Health Inspector Sharon Martin online. Bramble allegedly uploaded a Facebook…
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Successful National Schools’ Panorama Celebration in Antigua
Wayne Mariette Photo Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group Antigua recently celebrated a remarkable event that showcased the musical talent and dedication of the youth in the region. The National Schools’ Panorama brought together 430 young pannists, 11 bands, and 11 arrangers, creating a night of…
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Dean Jonas donates to the schools within the St George Community
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group On this special occasion of our Independence, TeamDeanJonas would like to share with you our love for this beautiful community, our country and its amazing culture. I am proud to be a part of this St George community and to…
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Leon Riley sentenced to 18 years for rape and an additional 9 years for serious indecency
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group (Observer) — In a court ruling that brings closure to a harrowing case, Leon Riley has been sentenced to 18 years for rape and an additional 9 years for serious indecency. These sentences are set to run concurrently, meaning that…
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Martin confirms 34 dengue cases, but says known figures should be multiplied by 3
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group (REAL News) — There is an increase in the number of dengue-fever cases in Antigua and Barbuda, as Chief Health Inspector Sharon Martin confirms 34 cases, with 14 new infections reported over a week ago. However, Martin says these might…
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Antigua’s Philanthropic Musical Sensation, Peetron Thomas, Set to Receive Humanitarian Award at ABGMA 2023
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group Antigua’s Philanthropic Musical Sensation, Peetron Thomas, Set to Receive Humanitarian Award at ABGMA 2023* In the heart of the Caribbean, a star was born on June 15, 1995, in the enchanting island of Antigua. This star is none other than…
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CWI and Antigua & Barbuda strengthen relations
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group Cricket West Indies (CWI) and the Government of Antigua and Barbuda are in sync with initiatives that will benefit cricket stakeholders in the Caribbean. On October 25, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, held an audience with CWI…
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Petition Opposing Attorney General’s Nomination Submitted to National Honours Committee
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group Ahead of Independence Day, November 1st, constituents of St. John City South are opposing the nomination of their parliamentary representative, Attorney-General Steadroy “Cutie” Benjamin, for a knighthood. A petition of 80 signatures has been delivered to the chairperson of the…
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Caribbean Domestic Workers Network calls on the Caribbean to stand in solidarity and appreciation of Domestic Workers
Get the news delivered directly to your phone. Click here to Join our WhatsApp Group The Caribbean Domestic Workers Network (CDWN) is proud to pledge unwavering support for the inaugural celebration of the International Day of Care and Support, a United Nations Day of observance dedicated to recognizing the vital contributions of workers in the Care…