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Small plane travelling from Antigua to St Martin falls into the sea near Nevis airport
(Freedom FM) — A Piper single engine plane, which was headed from Antigua to St Martin, developed engine trouble and attempted to land at Vance Amory International Airport Airport but dropped short in the sea on approach. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. A pilot from St. Martin and student pilot…
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India suspends visas for Canadians as row escalates
India has suspended visa services for Canadian citizens amid an escalating row over the killing of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Visa service provider BLS posted a message from India’s mission blaming “operational reasons” for the decision. Tensions flared this week after Canada said…
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PM Browne commences 3 days of engagements at the United Nations
Prime Minister Gaston Browne is today in New York where he will commence a series of engagements at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Prime Minister Browne is expected to deliver the National Statement at the Assembly on Friday, focusing on the…
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Businessman Under Investigation for Alleged $14,000 Fraud at Lingies Lights and Windows
(REAL News) — A businessman is being investigated for a reported fraud at a company with which he spent over $14,000 on the purchase of items. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. On September 19, the manager of Lingies Lights and Windows made a report to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).…
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NSWMA Resumes Derelict Vehicle Collection in District 1, Urges Compliance with Litter Control Act
The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is resuming the collection of Derelict Vehicles in District 1 starting from September 11, 2023. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. District 1 encompasses Old Road, Cades Bay, Urlings, Johnson’s Point, Crabbe Hill, Bolans, Jennings, Ebenezer, Creekside, Golden Grove, Cashew Hill, Bathlodge, and Bendals.…
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Russia superyacht Alfa Nero symbolises challenge of seizing assets
(BBC) – A legal battle over who owns a luxury superyacht symbolises the difficulties of seizing Russian assets since the war in Ukraine started. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. When BBC reporters investigated the case of the £54m Alfa Nero, it led them to a British firm whose lawful help…
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Family determined to find Winston ‘Mohammed’ Charles missing since August 27
Winston ‘Mohammed’ Charles has been missing since August 27, leaving his family grappling with a tumultuous mix of emotions. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Some remain hopeful, while others fear the passage of time may have taken its toll. Carol Martin, one of Charles’ daughters, explained the family’s complex feelings,…
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InterCaribbean Airways Introduces CRJ 700 Aircraft
interCaribbean Airways is happy to announce the addition of a Bombardier CRJ 700 series aircraft. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. As a twin-engine jet aircraft seating 70 customers, with added range capability, onboard bathroom and two flight attendants, the introduction of this aircraft provides new opportunities for expanding air service…
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CBH urges dengue vigilance due to endemic status
(REAL News) – Health officials are continuing to monitor the country for any dengue-fever outbreak, assures Julene Mannix, the acting principal public health inspector at the Central Board of Health (CBH). CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Mannix says the CBH has been closely monitoring other countries where there have been…
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Retrial for 2017 Cedar Grove Shooting Suspects Slated for December 4
After more than six years of legal proceedings, Jason Millette and Shalom Bailey, charged with the 2017 murder of Xavier Thomas in a restaurant shooting, will face a retrial on December 4. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The initial trial ended inconclusively, with the jury unable to reach a unanimous…
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Antigua and Barbuda High Court Rules in Favor of WIOC Against Gonsalves
In a legal battle at the High Court of Antigua and Barbuda, the West Indies Oil Company Limited (WIOC) has secured a victory over Lawrence Gonsalves, a service station operator. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The dispute centered on the operation of a service station located on Friars Hill Road,…