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CABINET NOTES: Thursday, 25th April 2024
HURST REPORTS ON CABINET of Thursday 25 April 2024 The Cabinet began its sitting with a customary prayer from a Minister of Religion. 1. The Cabinet then held a discussion on LIAT (2020) Ltd. and the successes made evident by the arrival on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, of two aircraft at the V.C. Bird International…
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Police investigate discovery of foetus at landfill
A scrap metal collector found a small, undeveloped baby at Cooks Landfill last Sunday. The mystery of its origin raises questions about whether it was a hidden miscarriage or involved foul play or neglect. The situation is heartbreaking, considering the baby was treated like trash. Police are investigating the discovery. CLICK HERE TO GET ON…
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ABWU Condemns PM Browne’s Union Busting Threats in LIAT Severance Matter
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union takes note of Prime Minister Gaston Browne’s most recent statements regarding the LIAT 1974 severance matter. Browne continues his attempts to undermine the Union’s role and disregard the workers’ rights to representation and collective bargaining. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE…
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LIAT 2020 accelerates operations with arrival of jet aircraft
LIAT 2020 recently received two jet aircraft, prompting urgent efforts to staff the airline and establish operational systems quickly. Hafsah Absulsalam, representing Air Peace Caribbean, prioritizes obtaining the Air Operators Certificate from ECCAA. Training and demonstration flights with ART aircraft have begun, led by Absulsalam, an aviation veteran. The airline aims to launch within weeks,…
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Suspended nurse faces trial for selling fake COVID-19 Vaccination Cards
A suspended nurse, Jahmesha Millwood of Bolans, is set to face trial on October 14 for allegedly selling fake Covid-19 vaccination cards. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP In mid-March, she pleaded not guilty to 22 charges related to forging immunization cards to deceive the…
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Sean Wynter slapped with $41K fine for illegal possession of firearms, ammunition, and marijuana
Sean Wynter from East Bus Station was fined $41,000 for possessing firearms, ammunition, and marijuana. He and Carley Stevens were jointly charged with possessing a black Beretta PX4 Storm 9mm Pistol, 13 rounds of 9mm ammunition, and 615 grams of Cannabis for transfer and supply. These items were found at East Bus Station. Wynter admitted…
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Antiguan Appointed Executive Director of the Centre for Excellence for Oceanography and Blue Economy
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Branson D. Belle as the Executive Director of the Centre for Excellence for Oceanography and the Blue Economy at The UWI Five Islands Campus in Antigua and Barbuda. The Centre aims to advance research and training in oceanography and…
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Renewed urgency for upcoming UN conference in Antigua to forge new path for prosperity in Small Island Developing States amidst global crises
World leaders will convene at The fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4), hosted by Antigua and Barbuda, to deliver a bold new plan of action to build the resilience of 39 small island nations in tackling the world’s most pressing challenges and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN…
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Gaston Browne Will Fail to Silence Barbudans at the SIDS4 Climate Conference
By Clash! Collective: In recent week, we published a cache of documents on the historic Movement for Barbudan Secession and a commentary on CLR James and Bob Marley. At first, these two entries in the Clash! archives may appear disconnected. Both, however, describe the subordination of the Caribbean working people in urban garrisons and smaller…
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E.P. Chet Greene makes official visit Republic of Malta
Honourable E.P Chet Greene, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Agriculture, Trade and Barbuda Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda was welcomed by the Honourable Dr Ian Borg, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of the Republic of Malta during an official visit on 22nd April 2024. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK…
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The 2024 Jaycees Queen Show is on again
JCI Antigua is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2024 Jaycees Queen Show, made possible through a dynamic partnership with Antigua Cruise Port (ACP) and the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Set to captivate audiences once…