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Antigua and Barbuda Waives permits requirement for skilled workers outside the region

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The government of Antigua and Barbuda announced plans to waive work permits for skilled workers from outside the region to cure labour shirtages. Prime...

Antigua and Barbuda to Raise Minimum Social Security Pension in 2025

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Antigua and Barbuda's government has announced an increase in the minimum Social Security pension from $350 to $500 starting in 2025. This initiative, unveiled...

Company makes a timely donation to RCA’s Bed-at-Home Project

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The Rotary Club of Antigua on Tuesday was the recipient of a valuable contribution from Sagicor Inc Antigua, which will further enhance one of...

PM Browne: Public Servants to Receive Additional Salary This December

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Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed that the extra salary for public servants will be paid in December. Browne made the announcement during his ongoing...

Kenroy Telemaque Charged For Breaking Into SJPC

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STRATCOM MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate Release CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP KENROY TELEMAQUE CHARGED FOR BREAKING INTO SJPC Police arrested and jointly charged 41-year-old Kenroy...

Notice: Update on Search and Rescue Efforts For Missing Fishermen

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Public Notice: Update on Search and Rescue Efforts Barbuda Local Government5th December 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Defense Force continues its diligent search and rescue operations....

Prime Minister Browne presents 2025 Budget to House of Parliament

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Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne on Thursday is presenting his government’s 2025 Budget Statement outlining that Antigua and Barbuda is poised for greater...

Court Dismisses Legal Challenge Against Anthony Smith’s Independence

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A court has dismissed the legal challenge against Anthony Smith Jr.’s status as an independent Member of Parliament for All Saints West. The challenge,...

MP Daryll Matthew: The UPP’s Dismissal of Higher Education | A Threat to Leadership...

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In the 21st century, leadership demands vision, knowledge, and the ability to navigate complex global and local challenges. Education, particularly higher education, has become...

New Partnership Grants Antigua Access to Prime Farmland in Venezuela

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Agriculture Minister Anthony Smith Jr has detailed a new Framework Cooperation Agreement between Antigua and Barbuda and Venezuela, granting Antigua access to 25,000 acres...

Fisheries Official says Venomous Box Jellyfish Not likely in Antigua Waters

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The Deputy Chief Fisheries Officer, Dr. Tricia Lovell, has reassured residents that the venomous box jellyfish, found in the Indo-Pacific and Northern Australia, does...

LETTER: Urgent Appeal for Accountability in the Handling of Bail Monies

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Dear Editor, Subject: Urgent Appeal for Accountability in the Handling of Bail Monies I am writing to express my outrage and frustration at the systemic injustice...

Thomas to Appeal Court Ruling Denying Access to 2023 Voters’ Picture List

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The United Progressive Party (UPP) plans to appeal a High Court ruling denying access to the 2023 voters' picture list, citing a need for...