News
Antigua and Barbuda ‘examining’ Mehul Choksi’s extradition; to respond soon, says MEA
The request for extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi is being "examined" by Antigua and Barbuda, the Ministry of External Affairs said Thursday. Answering...
Antigua and Barbuda diplomat warns region to be prepared for OECD “blacklisting”
The Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the United States, Sir Ronald Sanders is warning Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries to be prepared to be blacklisted...
Herberts Missing Teen Located
The Police say the Herberts Teen who was reported missing has made contact with her family.
They put out a bulletin earlier seeking the assistance...
Nation Rocked By Apparent Murder Suicide
The police are investigating a gruesome killing of a 27-year-old woman and the apparent suicide of her ex-boyfriend.
The body of Latoya Craig was found hanging...
Local celebrities urge particiaption in November 6 referendum
The Public Relations and Marketing team for the National
Coordinating Committee for the Antigua and Barbuda Referendum has launched a
Get Out and Vote campaign.
With...
Son found alive mother, ex-boyfriend feared dead
Three-year-old Alanzo Dale who went missing two days ago has been found.
He is in the care of family members and the authorities. Police have...
Officials place conditions on import of citrus from Florida
(PRESS RELEASE)
The Plant Protection Unit has completed its risk assessment to determine whether citrus fruit from Florida can enter Antigua and Barbuda.
Following review of...
China Funds The Construction Of 250 Houses in Antigua
China has provided EC$ 100 million to the government of Antigua and Barbuda for the construction of homes.
The agreement was signed at the office of...
New Taxi Rules Expected To Help Curb Visitor Harassment
(PRESS RELEASE)
Officials within the Ministry of Tourism & Investment, St John’s Development Corporation, the Antigua Pier Group and executives from the St. John’s Taxi...
AG says designation of former US Airforce base as prison was done right
Attorney General Steadroy "Cutie" Benjamin says he's standing behind a decision to designate a section of the former US Airforce Base as a prison,...
Canada legalises cannabis for recreational use
Canada has legalised marijuana for recreational use, making it the largest country with a legal national pot market.
Cannabis will now be sold in stores...
Shark found on Darkwood Beach
Residents early this morning discovered what they say is a Mako Shark on Darkwood Beach this morning.
The animal was already dead when residents discovered...
One million dollar military boost
The government has committed one million dollars in resources to boost the operations of the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF).
The ABDF provided Cabinet with...