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US Withdrawal from Exercise Tradewinds Forces Antigua and Barbuda to Revise CHOGM Security Plans
Antigua and Barbuda is revising its CHOGM security strategy after the United States withdrew from Exercise Tradewinds, the annual Caribbean military drill Washington has long funded and led. Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier General Telbert Benjamin confirmed the development, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Strawter and Walker Lead Ottos Past Ovals Ojays in D1 Playoff Opener
Ottos claimed Game One of their Division 1 Playoffs series against former champions Ovals Ojays on Tuesday, led by standout performances from Strawter and Walker. Meanwhile, the Navigators defaulted their match against the Flyers at the JSC Basketball Complex.
Vigo Blake Day Celebration Scheduled for May 31 — A National History, Not Just a Village Story
The Bethesda School Heritage Foundation has invited the entire nation to attend its annual Vigo Blake Day celebration on May 31, with organizers stressing the event honours a story central to Antigua and Barbuda's national history.
PM Browne Challenges New Cabinet to Prioritise Service Over Status
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has challenged his newly sworn-in Cabinet to treat their appointments as a duty rather than a political reward, calling on ministers to lead a national renaissance. The instruments of office were formally issued on Tuesday at the American University of Antigua.
Kiz Johnson Makes History as Second Female MP After St. Philip's South Win
Kiz Johnson has been sworn in as Minister of State in the Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation after winning the St. Philip's South constituency on April 30, 2026, becoming the second female Member of Parliament in Antigua and Barbuda's history.
Aviation Pioneer Heather Nanton Passes Away at 81
Heather Nanton, a trailblazing figure in Caribbean aviation who began her career at age 24 with Caribair Airlines, passed away on May 3, 2026, at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. She is remembered for her lasting contributions to ground handling and customer service across the region.
Guydadli Jets and Young Lions Earn Promotion as First Division Title Race Heats Up
Guydadli Jets and Young Lions have clinched promotion to the ABFA First Division after each losing just one of their 19 matches this season. Meanwhile, three teams remain locked in a tight race for the First Division title.
Ex-West Indies Bowler Pushes for Fewer Teams in ABCA Top-Tier Cricket
Former West Indies fast bowler and Liberta Sports Club President Kenneth "Flipper" Benjamin is renewing calls for fewer teams in the ABCA's Super 40 competition, pointing to a rise in match forfeitures as evidence the league is overstretched.
Gunners and Phoenix Claim Game One Victories in ABBA Playoff Opener
Cedar Grove Gunners and Phoenix both claimed Game One victories in their respective best-of-three ABBA Playoff series on Tuesday at the JSC Basketball Complex. Scotty Nelson led the Gunners with 15 points in the double-header opener.
Kashyap Clinches Double Gold at Caribbean Youth Table Tennis Championships
Antigua and Barbuda's Stuti Kashyap claimed the Under-19 Girls Singles and Girls Doubles titles at the Caribbean Youth Table Tennis Championships in the Dominican Republic, while also qualifying for major upcoming tournaments.
George Celebrates Hard-Fought St. Mary's South Win as Simon Acknowledges Supporters
Newly elected St. Mary's South parliamentary representative Dwayne George is celebrating a hard-fought ABLP victory, with remarks made following the swearing-in of Prime Minister Gaston Browne and Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin. Fellow party figure Simon also extended thanks to supporters in the wake of the results.
Man Sentenced to Four Years After Jury Convicts Him of Attempted Rape
Sazeek Joseph, 22 at the time of the offences, has begun a four-year prison term after a jury found him guilty of attempted rape and serious indecency. The conviction follows a trial in which jurors returned their verdict in March.
Government Shifts Focus to High-End, Sustainable Tourism Strategy
The Antiguan government has announced a strategic shift toward high-end, sustainable tourism, with MP Charles Fernandez outlining a vision focused on maximizing national revenue while protecting the country's natural assets.
PM Browne Pledges 'Renaissance' for Workers with Liveable Wage and Safer Workplaces
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged a "renaissance" for Antigua and Barbuda's working class, promising a liveable wage and stronger workplace safety measures at a joint AT&LU and ABLP rally. The commitments signal that labour empowerment will be a central priority of his administration's current term.
AT&LU General Secretary Urges Workers to Build Financial Resilience and Embrace Lifelong Learning
AT&LU General Secretary Alrick Daniel used this year's Labour Day rally to call on Antiguan and Barbudan workers to adopt better financial habits and commit to lifelong learning in the face of emerging global challenges.
Samoa's High Commissioner Offers CHOGM Hosting Advice to Antigua and Barbuda
Samoa's High Commissioner, Her Excellency Francella Strickland, shared hosting advice with Antigua and Barbuda during a Q&A session at Garden Grill last Wednesday, as the twin-island nation prepares to host CHOGM 2026.
ABAPD President Calls for Greater Representation of People with Disabilities
ABAPD President Bernard Warner is calling for greater representation of people with disabilities across various industries in Antigua and Barbuda, warning that their concerns have long gone unaddressed.
Antiguan YLAI Fellows Report Dramatic Business Growth After Week Two Placements
Antiguan entrepreneurs Canice James and Joshuanette Francis have completed their second week of the 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, reporting a transformative "day and night" shift in their business models following their embedded placements.
WAR Calls for Safer Political Spaces for Women Following Election Gains
Women Against Rape (WAR) is urging stronger support systems and safer spaces for women in political life, following the election of women to public office in Antigua and Barbuda's recent general elections. The organisation says electoral progress alone is not enough to guarantee full and safe participation for women in leadership.
UPP Had Internal Polling Predicting Electoral Defeat, Says Former Advisor
Former UPP advisor Dr. McChesney Emanuel claims the party had commissioned polling data predicting its electoral defeat but chose to ignore the findings. The Jamaican pollster Don Anderson conducted the survey on Emanuel's request, according to Antigua Observer.