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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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The OECS Joins the UN at INC4 to Develop Comprehensive Treaty on Plastic Pollution
The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) convened at the Shaw Center in Ottawa, Canada to develop a legally binding treaty to control plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. Small Island Developing States (SIDS), including Member States of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), are making their voices heard at these…
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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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Usain Bolt named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador
The International Cricket Council (ICC) have announced Olympic legend Usain Bolt as an ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will be played in the West Indies and USA from 1-29 June 2024. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The announcement comes…
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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…
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LETTER: Journalistic objectivity should be adhered to
DEAR EDITOR: I read an article Newsweek carried on April 19, titled “China Building New Outpost on U.S. Doorstep”. The article has made irresponsible remarks and leveled groundless accusations about the bilateral cooperation between China and Antigua and Barbuda, trying to discredit and smear the Chinese Embassy in Antigua and Barbuda. Since it is driven…
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PHOTO: ACB Caribbean Tap and Win Promotion Grand Prize Winner announced
ACB Caribbean Tap and Win Promotion Grand Prize Winner: Mr. Rohan Robinson! Mr. Robinson dashed through the aisles of Perry Bay Supermarket in just 90 seconds, grabbing as many groceries as possible, valued up to XCD 2000. Pictured from left to right are Mrs. Nadine McDavid-Streete, Marketing Officer—Public Relations; Mr. Rohan Robinson; and Ms. Anika Henry, Manager—Digital Banking. CLICK HERE TO…