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Guyana: UK to send warship to South America amid Venezuela tensions
The UK is preparing to send a warship to Guyana in a show of diplomatic and military support for the former British colony, the BBC has learned. It comes after neighbouring Venezuela renewed its claim for a disputed part of Guyanese territory that is rich in oil and minerals. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE…
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Captain Andre Martin and Crew Save Drowning Woman at Devil’s Bridge
On a fateful Wednesday morning, Captain Andre Martin demonstrated unparalleled courage and professionalism as he and his crew rescued a woman struggling in the treacherous waters near Devil’s Bridge. The incident, which took place on December 20, 2023, has garnered widespread attention after a video of the heroic rescue was shared with the media today.…
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ICE conducts removal flights to Caribbean
The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency on Friday said it has collaborated with the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in facilitating removal flights, including single adults and family units, to several Caribbean countries. ICE said removal flights were made, from December 18 – 22…
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Antigua police probe fraudulent airline tickets to Guyana
The Royal Antigua and Barbuda Police Force is investigating two separate reports of fraudulent activity involving a travel agency supposedly operating on Old Parham Road after two people bought non-existent tickets to travel to Guyana, Antigua Observer reported Friday. According to the first report, the victim purchased three airline tickets, collectively valued at EC$5,000, in…
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Disabled veteran files battery and emotional distress lawsuit against Silver Airways following alleged altercation
A complaint filed earlier this month in the V.I. District Court accuses a Silver Airways employee of battery and the intentional infliction of emotional distress over an alleged altercation that occurred at the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico in January. John Roebuck, a disabled veteran of the United States Army…
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Temporary closure of the High Court and the Family Court
Notice is hereby given that the High Court and the Family Court will be closed to the general public from Wednesday 27th December, 2023 to Friday 5th January, 2024 to facilitate improvements to both courts. The courts will re-open on the 9th January, 2024.Both courts will reopen on the 9th January, 2024. HIGH COURT All…
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Antiguan Content Creator denied entry into Bali despite dpending $6K on ticket
In a shocking turn of events, popular content creator SkiesTV, also known as Joshua, recently shared a disheartening experience of being denied entry into Bali despite spending a considerable sum of $6,000 on his ticket. The ordeal began when Joshua, armed with an Antiguan and Barbudan passport, attempted to obtain a Bali Visa to enter…
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Antigua and Barbuda establishes diplomatic relations with the Republic of Benin in West Africa
Antigua and Barbuda has established diplomatic relations with another African country. On Thursday 12th December, the twin island nation opened formal ties with the Republic of Benin during a ceremony that took place at the headquarters of the Antigua and Barbuda Mission to the United Nations in New York. Antigua and Barbuda’s Permanent Representative to…
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Police officers told to remember the oath they took as officers
In an address to police officers at a ceremony earlier this week, Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney emphasized the importance of focusing on the core tenets of their oath of office, mission, vision, and core values for the continued success of the police force. Commissioner Rodney acknowledged the progress made by the police force but underscored…
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Tribute and Triumph: Peetron, the Emerging Soca Sensation, Honors Ricardo Drue’s Legacy
By Linda Roberts In the heart of the dynamic soca scene, a new sensation is making waves – Peetron. This emerging artist recently took to Facebook to express a heartfelt tribute to the late Ricardo Drue, revealing a profound encounter at the iconic Sips and Tips that left an indelible mark on the rising star.…
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Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery of former assistant in lawsuit
Actor Vin Diesel has been accused of sexual battery by a former assistant in a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles, California on Thursday. According to a news report from USA TODAY, Asta Jonasson alleges in the lawsuit that the ‘Fast and Furious’ star sexually assaulted her in 2010 during the filming of “Fast Five” in…