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PM Browne Lashes Out at Opposition Leader Pringle Over Parliamentary Conduct
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has publicly condemned Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle as an "incompetent, ignorant, hot mess" following Pringle's ejection from Parliament and his controversial remarks during tributes to retiring MP Sir Molwyn Joseph. The incident has intensified tensions between the government and opposition.
Sir Molwyn Joseph Insists Retirement From Parliament Was His Own Choice
Veteran MP Sir Molwyn Joseph used his final parliamentary address to dismiss rumours that he was pushed out by Prime Minister Gaston Browne or the Labour Party leadership, saying his retirement after 42 years was driven by family priorities and personal reflection.
Letter: Masicka Appointment Slammed as 'Cultural Surrender' and Betrayal of National Identity
A letter published by Antigua News Room has sharply condemned the appointment of Jamaican dancehall artiste Masicka as Cultural Ambassador, accusing Prime Minister Gaston Browne and two senior officials of betraying national identity and outsourcing cultural representation.
Women & Water Consultation to Put Female Voices at Centre of Climate Research
The EcoShores Sustainable Futures Network will host a community consultation on March 30th, 2026, gathering women and girls to share their experiences with water access and climate change to shape locally-led research and policy in Antigua and Barbuda.
Two Hospitalised After Paynters Crash Amid Deadly Night of Collisions
A prison officer and a teenage boy were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Paynters on Friday evening. The collision was one of three incidents recorded within two hours, with the other two proving fatal.
Two Hospitalised After Paynters Collision as Friday Evening Sees Three Crashes
A prison officer and a teenage boy were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Paynters on Friday evening, the third road incident within two hours — the earlier two proving fatal.
Woman, 46, Dies After Rental Vehicle Crashes Into Fence in Freetown
A 46-year-old woman has died after the rental vehicle she was driving crashed into a fence in Freetown on Friday evening. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the incident.
Man Killed as Two Fatal Crashes Strike Antigua Within One Hour
A 35-year-old man died after his vehicle overturned near the YIDA Special Economic Zone on the Crabbs Peninsula main road Friday evening — the second of two fatal crashes recorded within an hour across Antigua.
Two Fatal Road Crashes Recorded Within One Hour in Antigua
Two people have died in separate road crashes that occurred within one hour of each other in Antigua, with one incident recorded near the YIDA Special Economic Zone and another in Freetown.
Woman Dies After Vehicle Leaves Road and Strikes Fence in Freetown
A 46-year-old woman died Friday night in Freetown after her rental vehicle left the road and struck a fence. She is believed to have lost consciousness moments before the crash, which occurred shortly after 7 p.m.
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Offshore Antigua and Barbuda
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was recorded approximately 201 kilometres southeast of St. John's on Friday evening, with no damage or injuries reported. The Seismic Research Centre of the University of the West Indies confirmed the quake occurred at a depth of 142 kilometres.
Parliament Unites in Tribute to Former MP Eustace 'Teco' Lake
Antigua and Barbuda's Parliament suspended its sitting to honour former MP Eustace 'Teco' Lake, with Prime Minister Gaston Browne and Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle among those offering heartfelt tributes to his legacy of service and warmth. Members on both sides of the aisle remembered Lake as a unifying figure who gave approximately 14 years to national development.
U.S. Issues Global Security Alert, Urging Caution for Americans in Antigua and Beyond
The U.S. Department of State has issued a global security alert urging American citizens worldwide, including those in Antigua and Barbuda, to exercise increased caution amid concerns over potential threats linked to Iran-aligned groups.
Grieving Mother Issues Urgent Call for Justice Over Rising Youth Deaths in Antigua
Asabi Charles, whose daughter Achazia James died 586 days ago, has issued an open letter calling on Antiguan authorities to deliver justice amid what she describes as an alarming and ongoing loss of young lives across the nation.
ABLP Condemns UPP Behaviour During Parliamentary Tribute to Sir Molwyn Joseph
The ABLP has formally condemned the behaviour of UPP members during a parliamentary tribute to retiring politician Sir Molwyn Joseph, calling it unbecoming of the occasion. The party praised Sir Molwyn's decades of service across multiple ministerial portfolios and wished him well in his retirement from active politics.
All Saints Man, 24, Charged With Murder Following Fatal Stabbing
Jermaine Nicholas, 24, of All Saints has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of 29-year-old Jahmarie Pierre near the All Saints traffic lights on March 25. Nicholas is expected to appear in court next week.
All Saints Man Charged with Murder Following Fatal Stabbing
Jermaine Nicholas, 24, of All Saints has been charged with the murder of 29-year-old Jahmarie Pierre following a fatal stabbing near the All Saints traffic lights on Wednesday, March 25. Nicholas was arrested shortly after the incident and is expected to appear before the court next week.
Opposition Leader Ejected from Parliament After Defying Speaker's Authority
Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle was ejected from Parliament on Wednesday after telling Speaker Osbert Frederick he did not respect his authority, following a dispute over evidence in debate on the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission Bill, 2026.
Opposition Leader Pringle Ejected from Parliament After Clash with Speaker
Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle was ejected from the Lower House on Friday after a confrontation with House Speaker Osbert Frederick, who cited Pringle's overall conduct as the reason for his removal. The incident drew the attention of members across party lines and is being described as one of the most contentious moments in recent parliamentary history.
U.S. Woman Pleads Guilty to Cannabis Possession After Airport Bust at VC Bird
A 40-year-old American woman pleaded guilty to cannabis possession after officers at VC Bird International Airport found 163.4 grams of the substance in her luggage. Her attorney cited an unintentional oversight, and sentencing is scheduled for Monday.