Institutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.https://antigua.newsenhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/horse-thefts-prompt-appeal-for-missing-mare-and-foalhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/horse-thefts-prompt-appeal-for-missing-mare-and-foalHorse owners are appealing for help to locate a mare and her three-month-old foal stolen from Bendals, while proposing a nationwide database to help…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:45:38 GMTTop NewsShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/they-can-t-dictate-that-freeland-rejects-player-pressure-over-national-coachhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/they-can-t-dictate-that-freeland-rejects-player-pressure-over-national-coachFreeland defends the coaching staff and says players should demonstrate their value through training and performance.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:52:51 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/search-ends-as-all-four-juveniles-who-escaped-bolans-police-station-return-to-police-custodyhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/search-ends-as-all-four-juveniles-who-escaped-bolans-police-station-return-to-police-custodyPolice apprehended three of the juveniles during a search operation in Liberta on Thursday morning, less than a day after the fourth surrendered to authorities.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:30:05 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/farmers-given-90-days-to-plant-as-government-launches-102-acre-land-clearing-programmehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/farmers-given-90-days-to-plant-as-government-launches-102-acre-land-clearing-programmeAntigua launches a 102-acre agricultural land-clearing programme requiring beneficiaries to establish viable crops within 90 days of land preparation.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:18:51 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/freeland-blames-poor-player-commitment-for-antigua-and-barbuda-s-basketball-withdrawalhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/freeland-blames-poor-player-commitment-for-antigua-and-barbuda-s-basketball-withdrawalBasketball president acknowledges unpaid stipends but says repeated low practice attendance drove the decision to withdraw.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:07:37 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/high-street-to-lead-major-st-john-s-transformation-as-cabinet-appoints-three-ministers-to-oversee-redevelopmenthttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/high-street-to-lead-major-st-john-s-transformation-as-cabinet-appoints-three-ministers-to-oversee-redevelopmentCabinet has established a ministerial team to coordinate improvements to roads, drainage, utilities, sidewalks and public spaces across the capital.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:29:22 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/october-23-opening-set-for-antigua-s-new-performing-arts-centre-as-final-preparations-intensifyhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/october-23-opening-set-for-antigua-s-new-performing-arts-centre-as-final-preparations-intensifyTechnical testing and final cleaning are underway at the transformed former Deluxe Cinema building, which will accommodate approximately 850 people.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:28:18 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-government-explores-new-system-to-help-local-content-creators-earn-money-onlinehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-government-explores-new-system-to-help-local-content-creators-earn-money-onlineCabinet is considering a digital content aggregation arrangement that could allow Antiguan and Barbudan creators to access revenue opportunities currently…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:05:33 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pelican-court-residents-could-begin-moving-in-january-as-government-considers-usd175000-price-tag-for-unitshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pelican-court-residents-could-begin-moving-in-january-as-government-considers-usd175000-price-tag-for-unitsPrime Minister Gaston Browne outlines proposed ownership, mortgage and rental arrangements for the 150-unit development replacing Booby Alley.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:50:03 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/joseph-warns-climate-crisis-threatens-island-communities-and-sovereignty-following-tuvalu-visithttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/joseph-warns-climate-crisis-threatens-island-communities-and-sovereignty-following-tuvalu-visitAntigua and Barbuda’s Environment Minister Michael Joseph draws on the experiences of Tuvalu and Barbuda to demand urgent climate action and greater…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:26:11 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/relief-for-vulnerable-residents-as-cabinet-raises-people-s-benefit-programme-payments-to-usd300-monthlyhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/relief-for-vulnerable-residents-as-cabinet-raises-people-s-benefit-programme-payments-to-usd300-monthlyNearly 1,500 beneficiaries will receive an additional EC$85 monthly following Cabinet's approval of the first major adjustment to the longstanding…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:15:31 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/one-million-gallon-dam-under-construction-in-bethesda-as-government-moves-to-strengthen-food-securityhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/one-million-gallon-dam-under-construction-in-bethesda-as-government-moves-to-strengthen-food-securityAgriculture officials are accelerating dam and pond development across Antigua to improve water access for farmers and expand domestic food production.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:06:11 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/government-promises-fuel-dealers-margin-increase-before-year-end-as-cabinet-pushes-for-three-new-wioc-stationshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/government-promises-fuel-dealers-margin-increase-before-year-end-as-cabinet-pushes-for-three-new-wioc-stationsCabinet maintains that service station operators deserve higher profit margins but says rising international fuel prices make an immediate adjustment difficult.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:53:14 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/open-letter-to-prime-minister-rt-honourable-gaston-brownehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/open-letter-to-prime-minister-rt-honourable-gaston-browneService station operators have renewed calls for Prime Minister Gaston Browne to address their longstanding concerns over shrinking fuel profit margins,…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:21:18 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pm-browne-renews-calls-for-banks-to-reduce-credit-card-merchant-fees-amid-gas-station-disputehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pm-browne-renews-calls-for-banks-to-reduce-credit-card-merchant-fees-amid-gas-station-disputePrime Minister Gaston Browne renews his appeal for lower banking charges as gas station operators continue pressing for increased profit margins amid…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:10:15 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/browne-warns-gas-station-operators-against-putting-profits-above-national-interest-amid-fuel-disputehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/browne-warns-gas-station-operators-against-putting-profits-above-national-interest-amid-fuel-disputePrime Minister Gaston Browne defends price stability as gas station operators press for increased profit margins following a second round of industrial…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:43:19 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-and-barbuda-festivals-commission-launches-four-day-songwriting-workshop-to-develop-local-talenthttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-and-barbuda-festivals-commission-launches-four-day-songwriting-workshop-to-develop-local-talentAspiring songwriters will receive hands-on training from renowned Caribbean music producers Kitwana Israel and Emmanuel Rudder during a four-day workshop in…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:10:08 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-and-barbuda-s-junior-minister-of-tourism-in-final-stages-of-preparation-ahead-of-the-2026-cto-regional-tourismhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-and-barbuda-s-junior-minister-of-tourism-in-final-stages-of-preparation-ahead-of-the-2026-cto-regional-tourismAntigua and Barbuda’s Junior Minister of Tourism Janica Adams is set to represent the nation at the 2026 CTO Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:56:37 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/four-teenage-boys-still-on-the-run-after-escape-from-bolans-police-stationhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/four-teenage-boys-still-on-the-run-after-escape-from-bolans-police-stationThe juveniles were being held in police custody while repairs were carried out at the Denis Bowers Rehabilitation Centre.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:43:39 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-news-writer-cory-wayland-heads-to-china-thursday-for-caribbean-media-programmehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/antigua-news-writer-cory-wayland-heads-to-china-thursday-for-caribbean-media-programmeThe 15-day programme will take participants through Beijing, Xinjiang and Shandong for discussions and visits covering culture, technology, agriculture and…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:26:31 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pm-browne-says-consumers-would-pay-for-higher-fuel-margins-as-operators-warn-of-threat-to-jobshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/pm-browne-says-consumers-would-pay-for-higher-fuel-margins-as-operators-warn-of-threat-to-jobsHundreds of motorists faced difficulty buying gasoline on Wednesday as station operators defended their demand for a floating margin and warned that their…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:02:06 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/hungarian-fugitive-wanted-over-alleged-child-related-offence-set-for-deportation-from-antigua-todayhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/08/hungarian-fugitive-wanted-over-alleged-child-related-offence-set-for-deportation-from-antigua-todayThe 21-year-old Hungarian national is expected to leave Antigua and Barbuda today under escort after immigration checks revealed an Interpol alert linked to…Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/hundreds-caught-in-miles-long-gas-lines-as-dealers-protest-increased-marginshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/hundreds-caught-in-miles-long-gas-lines-as-dealers-protest-increased-marginsMotorists are scrambling for fuel as leading service stations shut their pumps for the second time in weeks, while WIOC’s Friars Hill station reportedly…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:54:48 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/four-country-caricom-free-movement-scheme-reports-939-processed-as-antigua-maintains-separate-conditions-for-tcnhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/four-country-caricom-free-movement-scheme-reports-939-processed-as-antigua-maintains-separate-conditions-for-tcnAntigua and Barbuda remains outside the four-country scheme, while proposing strict limits and safeguards for temporary transfers of third-country nationals…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:04:53 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/bishop-browne-offers-to-personally-escort-escaped-juveniles-back-to-policehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/bishop-browne-offers-to-personally-escort-escaped-juveniles-back-to-policeChairman of the Prison Visiting Committee appeals to runaway youths to surrender peacefully, citing their fear of police while raising concerns about the…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:54:31 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/elderly-man-found-dead-inside-ovals-homehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/elderly-man-found-dead-inside-ovals-homePolice are investigating after an elderly man was discovered unresponsive at his home in Ovals on Wednesday morning, with no indication of foul play at this…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:01:52 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/watch-taxi-operators-call-for-proper-policing-as-minister-freeland-reviews-concerns-in-st-john-shttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/watch-taxi-operators-call-for-proper-policing-as-minister-freeland-reviews-concerns-in-st-john-sTaxi association representatives say vehicles occupying designated spaces and soliciting cruise passengers are affecting operations around Heritage Quay.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:46:46 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/opinion-the-world-must-rise-up-with-a-single-voice-against-all-forms-of-terrorismhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/opinion-the-world-must-rise-up-with-a-single-voice-against-all-forms-of-terrorismCuban Ambassador Sergio Martinez Gonzalez calls for a united global stand against terrorism as CARICOM and Cuba commemorate the victims of the 1976 Cubana…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:39:01 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/slbmc-cancer-symposium-expands-to-include-community-discussionshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/slbmc-cancer-symposium-expands-to-include-community-discussionsThe 2026 symposium added a dedicated community day, bringing patients, families and caregivers into wider discussions on cancer care.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:55:32 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/browne-announces-new-wioc-gas-stations-as-dealers-strike-againhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/browne-announces-new-wioc-gas-stations-as-dealers-strike-againPrime Minister Gaston Browne says WIOC will invest in additional storage tanks and fuel pumps as another round of industrial action by service station…Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:15:05 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/uwi-law-classes-expected-to-return-to-campus-next-semesterhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/uwi-law-classes-expected-to-return-to-campus-next-semesterBrowne says temporary accommodation was arranged to keep students in the programme while space is prepared.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:44:39 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/browne-says-ablp-is-debt-free-and-holds-financial-reserveshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/browne-says-ablp-is-debt-free-and-holds-financial-reservesPrime Minister cites party finances while defending temporary accommodation for university law students.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:22:10 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/dam-works-aim-to-boost-water-capacity-for-farmershttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/dam-works-aim-to-boost-water-capacity-for-farmersFarmers Browne and Thwaites are among the latest beneficiaries of agricultural infrastructure improvements in Antigua and Barbuda.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:02:20 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/honorary-consul-of-antigua-and-barbuda-marco-garavaglia-meets-president-sergio-mattarellahttps://antigua.news/2026/10/07/honorary-consul-of-antigua-and-barbuda-marco-garavaglia-meets-president-sergio-mattarellaInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:49:32 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-ranked-seventh-in-conde-nast-traveler-s-regional-island-awardshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-ranked-seventh-in-conde-nast-traveler-s-regional-island-awardsReaders place the twin-island destination among their favourites in the Caribbean and Atlantic in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:39:35 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/electric-vehicle-fleet-en-route-to-antigua-for-chogm-under-octopus-energy-partnershiphttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/electric-vehicle-fleet-en-route-to-antigua-for-chogm-under-octopus-energy-partnershipVehicles will transport Commonwealth leaders and delegates, marking the first practical delivery under the country’s clean-energy agreement.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:22:30 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/freeland-congratulates-fernandez-on-election-as-cto-chairmanhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/freeland-congratulates-fernandez-on-election-as-cto-chairmanMinister of State pledges support for Fernandez’s regional tourism leadership and welcomes his focus on women, youth and connectivity.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:43:57 GMTTourismShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/breaking-fernandez-elected-cto-chairman-as-antigua-and-barbuda-returns-to-regional-tourism-leadershiphttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/breaking-fernandez-elected-cto-chairman-as-antigua-and-barbuda-returns-to-regional-tourism-leadershipAntigua and Barbuda takes the chairmanship for the first time in more than 15 years, with connectivity, climate resilience and leadership opportunities…Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:50:57 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/hundreds-join-cibc-walk-for-the-cure-as-participation-hits-record-highhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/hundreds-join-cibc-walk-for-the-cure-as-participation-hits-record-highThe 15th annual event brought together cancer survivors, families and supporters to raise awareness and funds for cancer care.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:41:29 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-airport-authority-secures-seat-on-regional-aviation-boardhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-airport-authority-secures-seat-on-regional-aviation-boardThe 2026–2027 appointment gives the authority a stronger voice in regional discussions on airport development, safety and connectivity.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:07:31 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/pm-warns-roadside-vendors-to-improve-structures-and-orderlinesshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/pm-warns-roadside-vendors-to-improve-structures-and-orderlinessBrowne says vending standards must rise while acknowledging the importance of livelihoods.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:29:51 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/banks-urged-to-lend-more-for-domestic-developmenthttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/banks-urged-to-lend-more-for-domestic-developmentPrime Minister says conservative lending practices are limiting the sector’s contribution to economic activity.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:37:35 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/pm-browne-calls-for-support-for-locally-made-toilet-paperhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/pm-browne-calls-for-support-for-locally-made-toilet-paperPrime Minister highlights a new producer and says a larger operation is expected next year.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:46:19 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-health-delegation-completes-ncd-training-in-chinahttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/antigua-and-barbuda-health-delegation-completes-ncd-training-in-chinaFour-member team explores disease prevention, health surveillance and artificial intelligence during a two-week workshop in Beijing.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:07:49 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/browne-warns-pelican-court-tenants-could-face-eviction-for-drug-dealinghttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/browne-warns-pelican-court-tenants-could-face-eviction-for-drug-dealingPrime Minister says occupancy rules are being prepared to protect the new housing community.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:30:21 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/the-ablp-government-is-exploring-robotic-surgeryhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/the-ablp-government-is-exploring-robotic-surgeryPrime Minister reports discussions with Chinese specialists and links plans for remote procedures to improved connectivity.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:08:19 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/chogm-outreach-programme-visits-more-than-50-schools-across-antiguahttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/chogm-outreach-programme-visits-more-than-50-schools-across-antiguaSchool visits introduce students to the Commonwealth while encouraging recycling and ways to incorporate CHOGM into classroom lessons.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:56:01 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/prime-minister-s-vision-initiative-moves-to-st-john-s-rural-east-community-centrehttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/prime-minister-s-vision-initiative-moves-to-st-john-s-rural-east-community-centreResidents aged 40 and over are encouraged to access vision screening and reading glasses during the two-week programme beginning October 5.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:39:59 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/immigration-department-to-require-registration-of-agents-following-document-fraudhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/immigration-department-to-require-registration-of-agents-following-document-fraudEnhanced checks will target fraudulent e-Visa submissions, with representatives facing possible suspension or prosecution for knowingly submitting false…Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:18:13 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/44-year-old-shomari-ajamu-charles-dies-after-suv-overturns-at-dry-hillhttps://antigua.news/2026/10/06/44-year-old-shomari-ajamu-charles-dies-after-suv-overturns-at-dry-hillPolice are investigating the single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of the Longfords resident on Monday.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:59:11 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Wayland