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Industrial Court Awards Over $1M to Dismissed SICL Managers, Slams Board Chair
Antigua's Industrial Court has ruled against State Insurance Company Limited in two landmark cases, awarding over $1 million to two dismissed senior managers while branding the company's Board Chair an 'unreliable witness.'
Guydadli Jets to Take 20 Players to Poland in Bid to Open Doors Abroad
Guydadli Jets FC will travel to Poland in July with a 20-player squad to face third and first tier sides, as the club looks to create professional opportunities for its players following a strong Second Division season.
Four Young Cricketers Head to England on Ministry of Sport Exchange Programme
Four young Antiguan and Barbudan cricketers are set to travel to England this month as part of the Ministry of Sport's Cricket Exchange Programme, now in its seventh year. Michael Greaves, Hilroy Andrew, and Mikaeli Tonge are among those selected for the developmental opportunity.
Regional Referee Praises SVRS Staff After CWI Championship Final
Regional match referee Michael Ragoonath has praised Sir Vivian Richards Stadium staff for pitch conditions during the CWI Regional Championship four-day final between Trinidad and Tobago Red Force and Guyana Harpy Eagles.
Sutherlands Man Jailed Four Years for Illegal Gun and Over 100 Rounds of Ammo
A Sutherlands man, Daquan George, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found with an unlicensed gun and more than 100 rounds of ammunition. Justice John Spencer handed down the sentence in the High Court.
Antigua and Barbuda Researchers Present Accessibility Study at UWI Disability Conference
Dr. Kwasi Tonge and Ronald Greenaway represented Antigua and Barbuda at the 7th Bi-Annual Disability Research Conference at UWI Mona Campus in Jamaica, presenting research on accessibility in St. John's.
Antiguan Artist Peetron Thomas Nominated for Texas Gospel Music Excellence Award
Antiguan artist Jeressa Jeremy Peetron Thomas has been nominated in the International Male Soloist category at the 29th Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, bringing international recognition to the local multi-genre performer.
Canadian Marketing Expert: Authentic Storytelling Is Antigua & Barbuda's Greatest Asset
Canadian marketing consultant Emily Mills says authentic storytelling is among the most powerful promotional tools available to Antigua and Barbuda, cautioning that digital video content alone is not enough. Mills made the remarks during an appearance on Observer Media's Voice of the People.
Senate Minority Leader Hughes Vows Fierce Opposition Despite 11-4 Seat Deficit
Senate Minority Leader Chester Hughes vowed strong opposition in the Upper House despite the UPP holding just four seats against the ABLP's eleven. "Do not underestimate 11 to 4," Hughes declared following the swearing-in of 16 senators.
Father-Son Cricket Duo Honoured with Lunch for Historic Local Partnership
Father-and-son cricket pair Kerry and Kerique Mentore were honoured with a celebratory lunch at Julees Restaurant following their historic partnership that led Rising Sun Spartans to their first Two-Day competition win in April.
Freetown Man Sentenced to Nearly Two Years for Modified Flare Gun Possession
Freetown resident Cavel Brown has been handed a sentence of one year and nine months in prison after pleading guilty to unlawful possession of a modified flare gun and ammunition before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel.
Ex-National Footballer Abraham Enters ABFA Presidential Race, Cites Lack of Confidence in Field
Former national footballer Fernando "Nando" Abraham has entered the ABFA presidential race, citing a lack of confidence in previously declared candidates ahead of the May 21st electoral congress.
Browne Remains Unbeaten After Fourth Consecutive Win in 2026 Cycling Season
Wadadli Cycling Academy's Tahje Browne has extended his perfect start to the 2026 cycling season, winning the Robert Peters 2-Stage Race for his fourth consecutive victory. The national cyclist has now gone unbeaten in every race organised by the Antigua and Barbuda Cycling Federation this year.
Industrial Court Orders Marble Villas to Pay Former Worker EC$22,250 Over Fabricated Redundancy
The Industrial Court has ordered Marble Villas to pay former assistant electrician Iwandy Daniel EC$22,250 after ruling the company fabricated a redundancy to dismiss him and used economic duress to pressure him into signing away his right to sue. The court found the company's conduct harsh, oppressive and inconsistent with good industrial relations practices.
Antigua and Barbuda Strengthening Tsunami Preparedness, Meteorological Director Says
The Director of the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services says the twin-island nation is improving its tsunami preparedness, following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake last week. ABMS Director Dale Destin, who recently published an article on tsunamis, addressed the country's readiness in an interview with Observer Media.
Three Charged After Police Seize Firearm, Ammo and Cannabis in Red Hill
Three people have been charged after police seized a firearm, ammunition, and cannabis during joint operations in Red Hill on the morning of May 18. Officers from multiple specialised units, including the CID Task Force and the Gang and Guns Suppression Unit, carried out the search operations.
Three Held in Custody Over Alleged Bank Fraud Scheme
Three people have been taken into police custody in connection with alleged fraudulent transactions detected at several branches of a local bank, with reports filed to the CID between May 12 and May 18, 2026.
Line Dance Connection Returns to Stage After Seven-Year Absence
The Line Dance Connection returned to the stage Saturday night at St. Anthony's Secondary School, drawing a packed crowd for its first major performance since 2019 after a seven-year hiatus.
UPP Pushes Back Against PM Browne's Claims of Internal Party Division
The United Progressive Party has rejected Prime Minister Gaston Browne's claims that the opposition is divided following the April 30 general elections. UPP Public Relations Officer Jonathan Wehner issued a firm rebuttal to statements Browne made on his Browne and Browne Show.
Jury Convicts Well-Known MC of Sex Crimes at Darkwood Beach
A popular local MC has been convicted of serious indecency and indecent assault committed at Darkwood Beach five years ago, following a jury trial before Justice Ann Marie Smith in the High Court.