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Cabinet congratulates outstanding fast bowler Alzari Joseph
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet conveyed its congratulations to Mr. Alzari Joseph who has been promoted to Vice Captain of the West Indies Cricket Team. He is an outstanding fast bowler and high scoring batsman. Reports are that his father has played a significant role in his success.…
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Antigua sees rising cancer rates among young people
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CABINET NOTES The Minister of Health also indicated that many cancers are appearing in youthful citizens. A young boy about seven years old developed a growth in his cheek that threatens his life. He will be sent abroad for medical treatment in an attempt to save his…
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15 officials invited to Cabinet to discuss 2024 Budget preparation
CABINET NOTES: 1. The Cabinet invited fifteen officials to its meeting to address the issue of revenue, deficit spending and debt management, in preparation for the 2024 Budget. Eight officials were from the Ministry of Finance, three from the Inland Revenue Department, one from the Medical Benefits Scheme, three from the Antigua and Barbuda Department…
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CABINET NOTES of Wednesday 22 November 2023
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP HURST REPORTS ON CABINET of Wednesday 22 November 2023 Cabinet began its sitting with the usual prayer by a priest who pointed the Cabinet to the book of Kings to justify his assertion that Ministers of Religion ought not to become candidates for election or immersed in…
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LETTER: Dominican woman needs a sponsor in Antigua
DEAR EDITOR: My name is Kwaina Ravaliere. I need a big help to come up to Antigua. Dominica is too rough for me to stay. My family members abandoned me and turn their back on me. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP I have been struggling too much in Dominica. I not getting…
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2nd male charged in May 2023 murder of Syrian Roudi Shamarly
There has been a new development in the murder case of Roudi Shamarly. Police have charged a second individual in connection with his death. The murder occurred in May 2023 at Pick N’ Mix Mart on Desouza Road. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Today saw Jaceba Shoy, 23, of Ottos being charged…
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Court throws out charges of incitement against Freedom Fighter Williams, defence counsel reports
(REAL News) — The trial involving Donette Simon and Shenel Williams, known as members of the Freedom Fighters of Antigua and Barbuda ended yesterday, November 21, in the Magistrates Court. The two defendants had been charged jointly for organizing a prohibited public meeting, and charged individually with participating in a prohibited public meeting. Additionally, Williams…
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Armed robbery at Johnny’s Fast Food in All Saints: Owner assaulted, cash and valuables stolen
During an incident that reportedly took place at about 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, November 19, the owner of Johnny’s Fast Food, located on Matthews Road, All Saints, was robbed. The American Road resident went to the All Saints Police Station, along with two companions, and reported that they had been held at gunpoint by three…
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Shop owner assaulted during terrifying robbery at Pond View Superette
(REAL News) — Masked gun-toting robbers continue to keep citizens and residents of this country in fear of their lives and possessions. The most recent reports of robberies occurred on Sunday, November 19 – after two similar incidents were reported on Friday, November 17. It is alleged that a 68-year-old man, the proprietor of the…
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Court of Appeal dismisses claim filed by Yulia Gurieva-Motlokhov to stop sale of the Alfa Nero
The Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal has rejected Yulia Gurieva-Motlokhov’s appeal against Justice Rene Williams’ decision to deny an injunction preventing the sale of the Alfa Nero vessel. Anthony Astaphan S.C, who represents the government, has confirmed that the matter was heard in court, and he expressed satisfaction with the judgment. He says his team…
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Antigua Island Girls Honoured with Prestigious Forerunner Award in Washington DC
(Picture shows Ambassador Sir Ronald Sanders, presenting the award to the Antigua Island Girls) In a remarkable recognition of their extraordinary achievements, the Antigua Island Girls rowing team, consisting of Christal Clashing, Kevinia Francis, and Samara Emmanuel, received the prestigious Forerunner Award at the Caribbean-American Heritage Awards, hosted by the Institute of Caribbean Studies. The…