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DCA offices now located on Friars Hill Road
The Development Control Authority wishes to remind the public that its offices are located on Friars Hill Road in the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Renewal Building. Opening hours are between 8 am to 4 pm on Mondays – Thursdays and 8 am to 3 pm on Fridays. Should you have any queries, please…
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St. John’s Development Corporation announces Christmas Vending 2023
St. John’s Development Corporation announces the Christmas Vending 2023, which will run from December 12, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Applications are now available at the Head Office at Vendors Mall Thames Street and at the Craft Market at the Public Market Complex. An application fee of EC$10.00 is required and forms can be obtained…
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Ozempic left me fighting for my life thanks to blockage. ‘Be very careful’
An Oregon father of two believes Ozempic caused him to twice suffer a blocked intestine that left him fighting for his life. Wilson “Bo” Muhlheim, 79, told the Daily Mail that he was prescribed the injectable late last year to help manage his type 2 diabetes. Ozempic is approved by the US Food and Drug…
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Former Hadeed Motors employee pleads not guilty to 6 charges in alleged dealership scam
A former Hadeed Motors employee, Dylan Simon pleaded not guilty to six charges related to an alleged scam at the car dealership. Simon, who worked at Hadeed Motors from 1998 to 2020, handling transactions and financial matters, was scrutinized during a manual transaction period from April to May 2020 due to the Covid-19 lockdown. Discrepancies…
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Sacking of 2 State Insurance managers prompts calls for firing of under-performing government ministers too
(REAL News) — There has been widespread public reaction to the news that two senior managers at the State Insurance Corporation have been terminated. The firings come just days after Prime Minister Gaston Browne made a public announcement that his administration would be sending home four public servants accused of not performing. Shortly after the…
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Symister says abuse of powers by the prime minister highlights need for reform of Constitution
(REAL News) — Urgent calls are being made for constitution reform as it relates to the powers vested in a prime minister. Many residents believe the rights accorded to the head of government are far too extensive and that Prime Minister Gaston Browne has been abusing his authority to intimidate and otherwise victimize individuals. During…
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Attorney seeks NGO support for reintegration of Alex Feng into society
Attorney Wendel Alexander, representing Alex Feng, the individual responsible for a local supermarket fire, is seeking NGO and human rights organization support for Feng’s reintegration. Feng, a Chinese national without a passport, resides at the Navy Base in Coolidge post-prison release. Expressing concern about the lack of a viable reintegration plan, Alexander urges collaboration between…
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PM Browne leads Antigua and Barbuda’s delegation to Saudi-CARICOM Summit
Prime Minister Gaston Browne is among CARICOM leaders now en route to The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for the First Saudi-CARICOM Summit this Thursday. Prime Minister Browne is leading Antigua and Barbuda’s delegation which includes Works Minister, Maria Browne and Junior Finance Minister, Senator Dwayne George. Prime Minister Browne tells State Media he is pleased…
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Body pulled from waters of Point Wharf on Monday identified as Justin Brookes
The body of the man pulled from the waters of Point Wharf on Monday morning has been identified as Justin Brookes, who goes by the alias ‘Shakimba,’ a resident of The Point. A friend of Brookes said they had not seen him, in roughly two days. Members of the Antigua and Barbuda Defense Force Coast…
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UPP says Browne Administration must consult with the public before increase in ABST or other tax
The Leadership of the United Progressive Party (UPP) is dissatisfied with the manner in which Prime Minister Gaston Browne has chosen to introduce the notion of an increase in the Antigua Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST). In a manner that can be described only as “offhand,” Prime Minister Browne has indicated that a tax hike –…
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Chaneil Imhoff shifts allegiance: Applies for ABLP membership after DNA departure
Click Here to Get the News Delivered Directly to You. Chaneil Imhoff recently confirmed her application for Antigua Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) membership, following her departure from the Democratic National Alliance (DNA). Despite submitting her application last week, she is still awaiting a response. Imhoff, who recently resigned from the DNA, clarified that attending a…