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COVID-19: Oxford University vaccine is highly effective

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The coronavirus vaccine developed by the University of Oxford is highly effective at stopping people developing Covid-19 symptoms, a large trial shows. Interim data suggests...

Plans underway for farmers to get more access to water

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Minister of Agriculture, Hon Samantha Marshall has announced that government has taken concrete steps to ensure that farmers in Antigua and Barbuda get better...

Cabinet considers tough measures as it looks to economic recovery in 2021

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Pointe Xpress: The government is seriously considering introducing several austerity measures in the new year as the economy continues to suffer the negative impact...

JCI Antigua awards 10 young Entrepreneurs in 2020 YEP Awards

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On Saturday evening, ten (10) young Antiguan and Barbudans were awarded JCI Antigua’s Youth Empowerment Program COVID-19 Entrepreneur of the year.   The event marked its...

VIDEO: No masks, social distancing as customs broker hosts headphone party

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COVID-19 protocols were left at the door as a customs broker hosted an afternoon birthday party for his wife. Videos of the party, which were...

7 active cases of COVID-19 in Antigua

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The most recent reports received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment from the Mount St. John’s Medical Center (MSJMC) and the...

St. Kitts-Nevis announces 1st case of COVID since Oct. 31 border re-opening

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St. Kitts and Nevis has recorded a new case of COVID-19. This takes the total number of confirmed cases to 20 – 14 in...

Small craft warning in effect for the Atlantic waters of Antigua and Barbuda

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Small craft warning in effect for the Atlantic waters of Antigua and Barbuda…   Locations to be affected: Mainly open Atlantic or eastern waters.   Timing: Until Sunday.   Synopsis:...

Cabinet Minister accused of rape questioned by investigators

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The Cabinet Minister accused of raping a young woman in her early 20s has been questioned by investigators, sources told Antigua News Room (ANR). The Minister...

AG being treated for blood clot

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Attorney General Steadroy ‘Cutie’ Benjamin, who was admitted to hospital this morning, is being treated for a blood clot. Sources close to the situation told Antigua News Room...

West Indies unveils T20I playing shirt as countdown to World Cup starts

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Cricket West Indies and the West Indies team today revealed the new T20 International (T20I) team playing shirt as they prepare to face New...

Attorney General in hospital

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Attorney General Steadroy 'Cuite' Benjamin is in hospital. Reports say he is currently under observation at the Mount St. John Medical Centre. The cause of illness...

22 results pending at CARPHA

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The most recent report received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment from the Mount St. John’s Medical Center (MSJMC) has revealed...