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China gifts Antigua audio/visual systems for SIDS4 Conference
CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet invited the Permanent Representative of Antigua and Barbuda to the United Nations and the Chief Planner for the Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) Conference to its meeting, to report on the progress being made thus far in the preparation for this May 27th to 30th important, international conference. CLICK HERE TO…
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2 lawyers, police constable among Queen of Carnival 2024 contestants
Ladies and gentlemen, here are your “Extraordinary Seven” delegates for this year’s National Housing and Urban Renewal Company Ltd – Queen of Carnival (Miss Antigua Barbuda) 2024 Competition. A special thank you to our sponsors! Shakkia Carlos Delegate #1 – Miss Arton Capital CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET…
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Cabinet approves EC$75,000 budget for Barbuda Carnival
CABINET NOTES: The Minister of Education, Sports and the Creative Industries provided an update on Caribana 2024. The Cabinet approved a budget of EC$75,000 for the Barbuda Carnival which culminates on Whit Monday, May 20th. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Cabinet also agreed to…
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LIAT (2020) fleet likely to have as many as 6 aircraft
CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet then held a discussion on LIAT (2020) Ltd. and the successes made evident by the arrival on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, of two aircraft at the V.C. Bird International Airport, dispatched by Air Peace; they are intended to augment the LIAT (2020) fleet which is likely to have as many as…
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CABINET NOTES: Thursday, 25th April 2024
HURST REPORTS ON CABINET of Thursday 25 April 2024 The Cabinet began its sitting with a customary prayer from a Minister of Religion. 1. The Cabinet then held a discussion on LIAT (2020) Ltd. and the successes made evident by the arrival on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, of two aircraft at the V.C. Bird International…
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Police investigate discovery of foetus at landfill
A scrap metal collector found a small, undeveloped baby at Cooks Landfill last Sunday. The mystery of its origin raises questions about whether it was a hidden miscarriage or involved foul play or neglect. The situation is heartbreaking, considering the baby was treated like trash. Police are investigating the discovery. CLICK HERE TO GET ON…
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ABWU Condemns PM Browne’s Union Busting Threats in LIAT Severance Matter
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union takes note of Prime Minister Gaston Browne’s most recent statements regarding the LIAT 1974 severance matter. Browne continues his attempts to undermine the Union’s role and disregard the workers’ rights to representation and collective bargaining. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE…
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LIAT 2020 accelerates operations with arrival of jet aircraft
LIAT 2020 recently received two jet aircraft, prompting urgent efforts to staff the airline and establish operational systems quickly. Hafsah Absulsalam, representing Air Peace Caribbean, prioritizes obtaining the Air Operators Certificate from ECCAA. Training and demonstration flights with ART aircraft have begun, led by Absulsalam, an aviation veteran. The airline aims to launch within weeks,…
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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…