Old Barnes Funeral Home Demolished as Antigua Cruise Port Expansion Advances

Barnes Funeral Home Demolished as Antigua Cruise Port Expansion Advances The demolition of the former Barnes Funeral Home has marked a significant step forward in Antigua Cruise Port’s Upland Development Project, paving the way for a new...

The 2025/2026 cruise season has officially kicked off at Antigua Cruise Port

The 2025/2026 cruise season has officially kicked off at Antigua Cruise Port, with Rhapsody of the Seas making the first scheduled call on October 2, bringing a buzz of excitement and the promise of a record-breaking cruise season ahead....

Antigua and Barbuda Creates Strong Impact at CMU Conference in Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica, 2nd October, 2025…The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is hosting its annual CMU Industry Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica from 1st to 2nd October 2025, under the theme “Embracing the Blue Economy:...

Antigua and Barbuda Declares October National Anti-Litter Month, Launches Nationwide Cleanup Campaign

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP CABINET NOTES- Two weeks ago, the Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda declared October as National Anti-Litter Month in support of a National Cleanup Campaign (NCC), a multi-agency initiative spearheaded by the...

Antigua and Barbuda Shows Strong Leadership at Regional Maritime Conference

The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is hosting its annual CMU Industry Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica from 1st to 2nd October 2025, under the theme “Embracing the Blue Economy: Navigating the Future through...

Antigua and Barbuda Government Greenlights Public Health Diploma and Graduate Programmes at ABCAS to Build Local Expertise

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP CABINET NOTES- The Honourable Minister of Health, Wellness, the Environment and Civil Service Affairs recommended Cabinet’s approval for the establishment and support of diploma and graduate public health...

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PARTICIPATES IN HIGH-LEVEL TOURISM CONFERENCE IN BARBADOS

Tourism Minister Hon. Charles Fernandez is leading Antigua and Barbuda’s delegation to a high-level regional meeting in Barbados. The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference 2025 officially opened at the Hilton...

Excessive Heat to Continue in Antigua and Barbuda Until Sunday

Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Antigua and Barbuda Residents of Antigua and Barbuda have been warned to take precautions as extreme heat is set to persist through Sunday, with temperatures feeling as high as 43°C (109°F). The Antigua and...

Antigua and Barbuda Promotes Tourism at Major Argentina Travel Fair

Antigua & Barbuda proudly takes center stage at FIT (Feria Internacional de Turismo) in Argentina — Latin America’s largest international tourism fair! This prestigious event brings together thousands of industry professionals, decision makers,...

Antigua and Barbuda Art Week Returns This November with ‘Culture in Colour’

Antigua and Barbuda Art Week is a celebration of the arts in the twin-island paradise (photos courtesy the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority) Over the following days, highlights will include a Visual Arts Exhibition at the Dr. Alister Francis...

Antigua And Barbuda Art Week Returns, Transforming The Twin-Islands Into A Vibrant Canvas Of Culture

The annual celebration runs from November 26 – December 2, 2025, with 15+ events showcasing visual arts, music, dance, spoken word, fashion, and cuisine. Antigua and Barbuda will be filled with ‘Culture in Colour’ this November as Antigua and...

Antigua and Barbuda’s Art Week Has Culture, Fashion, and Island Spirit

Antigua and Barbuda is getting ready to paint the islands in vibrant shades of creativity. From Nov. 26 to Dec. 2, 2025, the destination’s annual Art Week returns under the theme Culture in Color, presenting a spirited week-long festival of visual...

Burnett Says Illegal Guns Enter Antigua Through Ports, Stolen From Licensed Owners

Burnett Says Illegal Guns Enter Antigua Through Ports, Stolen From Licensed Owners Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police Nuffield Burnett says illegal guns on Antigua and Barbuda’s streets are coming from two main sources: smuggling through the...

Antigua and Barbuda Shines at Expo 2025 Osaka with National Day Celebration

Antigua and Barbuda brought its culture and spirit to the global stage this week, celebrating its National Day at World Expo 2025 in Osaka with a flag-raising ceremony and a vibrant cultural showcase. Under the theme “Wadadli, Wa’Omoni – The...

Antigua and Barbuda Youth Union Leaders Attend Regional Labour Forum in Brazil

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Two young leaders from the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) Youth Arm joined trade unionists from across the Americas in Brazil last week for the UNI Americas Youth Organizing Forum. Youth Arm...

Antigua and Barbuda Celebrates National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka

The twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda proudly celebrated its National Day at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan on September 28 with a ceremonial flag-raising event, followed by a vibrant cultural performance under the theme ‘Wadadli,...

Antigua and Barbuda Stays on Tier 2 on 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda Stays on Tier 2 Amid Ongoing Gaps in Trafficking Prosecutions CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda has remained on Tier 2 in the U.S. government’s annual...

Antigua and Barbuda touted as affordable Caribbean retirement spot

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP For many retirees, the Caribbean promises sun, beaches and a slower pace of life. But choosing where to settle also depends on cost of living, healthcare and resilience during hurricane season. Antigua and...

VIDEO: Financial Consultant Warns of Weak Oversight in Public Funds Management

Prominent financial consultant Kem Warner has warned that Antigua and Barbuda faces serious challenges in managing public funds, not because of a lack of legislation, but due to weak supervision and enforcement. Speaking on best practices in...

Calvin Ayre Foundation Invests $500,000 in Women’s Football

Officials say the partnership will strengthen the league’s structure, improve opportunities for female athletes, and raise the overall profile of women’s football in Antigua and Barbuda. ABFA representatives praised the commitment as a historic...