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PM Browne: Sir Viv was not the most skilled batsman… but he had something current crop is lacking
WATCH BELOW | Prime Minister Gaston Browne comments on West Indies cricket team ahead of World Cup: CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Аdvеrtіѕе wіth thе most visited news site in Antigua and Barbuda ~ Wе оffеr fullу сuѕtоmіzаblе аnd flехіblе dіgіtаl mаrkеtіng расkаgеѕ. Yоur соntеnt іѕ dеlіvеrеd іnѕtаntlу tо thоuѕаndѕ оf uѕеrѕ…
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ABLP Primary for St. Phillip’s North, now set for July 4
The Central Executive of the ABLP will meet today at 6:30 PM to finalize the Primary date for St. Phillip’s North, now set for July 4th. The key decision is whether Randy Baltimore, the community activist and front-runner, will maintain his local support or if the incumbent’s newly returned son Robin Yearwood JR, will bring…
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Small islands urgently need a new development paradigm
By Paul Akiwumi Small islands, big oceans – Time to realize this untapped potential Small island developing states (SIDS) occupy limited terrestrial land area, yet boast substantial biodiversity and control nearly 30% of global ocean resources. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP But their systemic…
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Visa-free entry for Chinese citizens into Antigua commenced May 11
Effective May 11, citizens of Antigua and Barbuda and China can enjoy visa-free travel for stays up to 30 days within a 90-day period, following the ratification of the Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP This initiative aims to bolster tourism,…
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Jarell Dyer, Jenacia Butler crowned at 40th Mister and Miss Caribana Teen 2024 Pageant
Friday night marked the 40th celebration of Caribana with the State Insurance Company Limited Mister and Miss Caribana Teen 2024 Pageant. Seven talented contestants dazzled in segments like Creative Career, Talent Showcase, and Research. Congratulations to Jarell Dyer and Jenacia Butler, crowned Mr. and Ms. Teen Caribana respectively! CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN…
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Routine police patrols lead to multiple arrests across St. John’s districts
Several people have found themselves in the proverbial hot water coming out of routine mobile patrols by the Police. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP During the exercises, a Cedar Grove man was arrested on suspicion of robbery; a Villa man was arrested on suspicion…
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Call for nominations for consideration for National Honours in 2024
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION FOR NATIONAL HONOURS IN 2024 CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Members of the public are invited to submit nominations of suitably qualified persons to be considered by the Honours Committee in 2024 for conferral of one of three societies of…
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Antigua Government to increase minimum occupational pension
Antigua and Barbuda’s government has opted to raise the minimum occupational pension for former government employees to $1,000.00 monthly. Their recent Cabinet report outlines that a “tiered increases to higher earning pensioners will be calculated and paid on a declining percentage.” Cabinet Spokesperson Lionel Hurst informed the media on Thursday that the previous administration had…
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Prison Officer sentenced for drug smuggling, segregated for safety
Prison officer Hugh James, who was sentenced to two months for smuggling drugs into a penal institution, will be segregated for safety, according to Prison Superintendent Lieutenant Colonel Trevor Pennyfeather. James, arrested as he reported for his shift by military personnel who detected a narcotics-like odor, will receive differential treatment due to his position of…
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2 Jennings men held without bail for $590K hashish bust
Denfield Roberts, 49, and Deshawn Lattibeaudiere, 23, from Jennings, were denied bail after being arrested for possessing 52.9 pounds of hashish valued at $590,200. During a May 12 search by the Narcotics Squad at their residence, the drugs were found. Charged with multiple drug-related offenses, including trafficking and importation, the pair, employed on Roberts’ fishing…
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Murder victim identified as Kevin Vasciannie, 24, G-Spot Operator’s son
The police are continuing investigations into the alleged murder of 24-year-old Kevin Vaccannie of Yorks. Vaccannie was pronounced dead at the hospital at 5:25 am on Wednesday, May 15, following a shooting incident at the Asylum Night Club, formerly the G Spot Night Club on Independence Avenue. The same incident left another man nursing a…