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/2026/09/28/two-held-after-dennis-francis-wounded-in-villa-shootinghttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/two-held-after-dennis-francis-wounded-in-villa-shootingPolice have detained two suspects within 24 hours of the early-morning attack that left 47-year-old Dennis Francis with gunshot wounds to his lower back and…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:06:54 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antigua-ems-staff-head-to-orlando-for-international-emergency-care-conferencehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antigua-ems-staff-head-to-orlando-for-international-emergency-care-conferenceSupervisor Akelia Carr and paramedic Mauli George will join emergency medical professionals from around the world at EMS World 2026, with new training and…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:00:42 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/we-are-because-they-were-senator-o-donoghue-delivers-stirring-message-at-at-and-lu-conferencehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/we-are-because-they-were-senator-o-donoghue-delivers-stirring-message-at-at-and-lu-conferenceAt the AT&LU’s 87th Annual Delegates’ Conference, Senator Angelica O’Donoghue called for stronger worker development, renewed solidarity and a new…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:47:50 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/government-releases-u-s-proposal-and-antigua-and-barbuda-counter-proposal-on-third-country-nationalshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/government-releases-u-s-proposal-and-antigua-and-barbuda-counter-proposal-on-third-country-nationalsThe government says no agreement has been reached and that its counter-proposal would require written approval for every person transferred from the United…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:16:38 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/young-artists-invited-to-capture-the-rhythm-of-the-islands-for-art-weekhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/young-artists-invited-to-capture-the-rhythm-of-the-islands-for-art-weekStudents ages 7 to 17 can enter the Antigua and Barbuda Art Week competition by noon on November 6, with winning work to be displayed at V. 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Bird…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:56:34 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/house-passes-firearms-amendment-bill-to-raise-maximum-prison-term-to-30-yearshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/house-passes-firearms-amendment-bill-to-raise-maximum-prison-term-to-30-yearsThe measure doubles the maximum sentence for summary firearm offences and introduces a minimum sentence that courts may reduce in special or exceptional…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:39:58 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/kenyatta-benjamin-sentenced-to-16-months-for-dangerous-drivinghttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/kenyatta-benjamin-sentenced-to-16-months-for-dangerous-drivingHatton man jailed and banned from driving for four years after pleading guilty to hitting four cyclists on Sir George Walter Highway in a 2022 Mother’s Day…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:26:55 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/rockell-browne-sentenced-to-four-years-for-transport-board-scissors-attackhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/rockell-browne-sentenced-to-four-years-for-transport-board-scissors-attackTransport Board employee Rockell Browne has been jailed for four years after a workplace confrontation with a female co-worker ended with the woman being…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:10:27 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/opinion-the-professor-who-never-held-a-chairhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/opinion-the-professor-who-never-held-a-chairProfessor C. Justin Robinson remembers the Mighty Sparrow as a calypsonian whose wit and lyrics taught generations of West Indians about politics, economics…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:56:24 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antiguan-nurse-returns-from-jerusalem-with-public-health-degree-and-a-plan-to-shift-focus-to-data-driven-preventionhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antiguan-nurse-returns-from-jerusalem-with-public-health-degree-and-a-plan-to-shift-focus-to-data-driven-preventionAntiguan Registered Nurse Julien David Kentish returns home from Israel with new public health expertise and a focus on prevention, research and data-driven…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:44:41 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/we-can-t-continue-to-glorify-badness-minister-matthew-warns-against-music-celebrating-gunmenhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/we-can-t-continue-to-glorify-badness-minister-matthew-warns-against-music-celebrating-gunmenSpeaking during debate on tougher firearms penalties, Daryll Matthew said the country must also examine the messages children hear about guns and violence.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:32:11 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/turner-says-bathlodge-shooting-exposes-urgent-need-for-tougher-firearm-sentenceshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/turner-says-bathlodge-shooting-exposes-urgent-need-for-tougher-firearm-sentencesDuring debate on the Firearms (Amendment) Bill, the Social and Urban Transformation Minister questioned how a person allegedly on bail for a gun offence…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:18:34 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/walker-supports-tougher-firearm-laws-but-raises-concern-over-licence-penaltyhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/walker-supports-tougher-firearm-laws-but-raises-concern-over-licence-penaltyThe Barbuda MP welcomed the Firearms Amendment Bill while calling for a distinction between serious gun offences and a licensed owner’s failure to renew on…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:01:25 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pringle-backs-firearms-amendment-but-says-government-must-stop-guns-reaching-the-streetshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pringle-backs-firearms-amendment-but-says-government-must-stop-guns-reaching-the-streetsThe opposition leader called for firearm tracing, stronger border security and more resources for police during debate in the House of Representatives.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:38:41 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/browne-wants-tougher-penalties-for-people-supplying-illegal-gunshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/browne-wants-tougher-penalties-for-people-supplying-illegal-gunsSpeaking during debate on the Firearms (Amendment) Bill, the Prime Minister urged tougher scrutiny of those who bring guns and ammunition into Antigua and…Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:50:06 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/micah-kitt-foundation-and-paediatrics-department-walk-for-childhood-cancer-awarenesshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/micah-kitt-foundation-and-paediatrics-department-walk-for-childhood-cancer-awarenessParticipants wore gold to honour children lost to cancer and show support for those undergoing treatment.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:53:36 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/letter-a-call-for-immediate-action-on-excessive-noise-traffic-obstruction-and-blocked-emergency-routeshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/letter-a-call-for-immediate-action-on-excessive-noise-traffic-obstruction-and-blocked-emergency-routesA public letter urges police to address loud music, traffic obstruction and blocked emergency access near Valley and Desouza Road.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:37:58 GMTLetters to the EditorEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antigua-and-barbuda-officials-attend-climate-warning-seminar-in-chinahttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/antigua-and-barbuda-officials-attend-climate-warning-seminar-in-chinaTwo government officers examined how forecasting technology and clear public communication can help communities prepare for climate hazards.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:29:47 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/browne-meets-multibillionaire-philanthropist-alex-soros-to-discuss-antigua-and-barbuda-s-development-prioritieshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/browne-meets-multibillionaire-philanthropist-alex-soros-to-discuss-antigua-and-barbuda-s-development-prioritiesPrime Minister Gaston Browne discussed renewable energy, sustainable transport and Commonwealth priorities with Open Society Foundations leaders during UNGA81.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:11:09 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/wanted-golden-grove-man-janiah-antione-still-at-largehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/wanted-golden-grove-man-janiah-antione-still-at-largePolice urge anyone in contact with Janiah Antione to encourage him to surrender and warn the public not to approach him.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:31:34 GMTTop NewsShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pm-browne-calls-on-churches-and-families-to-help-steer-young-people-away-from-violencehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pm-browne-calls-on-churches-and-families-to-help-steer-young-people-away-from-violencePrime minister’s appeal follows the Bathlodge shooting and murder charges against young men in two separate cases.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:16:59 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pm-browne-wants-us-to-cover-full-cost-of-every-transferred-nationalhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/pm-browne-wants-us-to-cover-full-cost-of-every-transferred-nationalDraft procedures call for US funding of accommodation, healthcare, security and onward travel before any third-country national is transferred.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:03:20 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/parliament-convenes-this-morning-to-consider-minimum-sentences-for-serious-crimeshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/28/parliament-convenes-this-morning-to-consider-minimum-sentences-for-serious-crimesThe 9:30 a.m. sitting is expected to take up proposed 15-year minimum prison terms for serious firearm offences and sexual crimes against children.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:48:55 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/mighty-sparrow-dies-at-91-leaving-behind-a-caribbean-musical-legacyhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/mighty-sparrow-dies-at-91-leaving-behind-a-caribbean-musical-legacyLegendary Trinidadian calypsonian leaves behind a musical legacy that shaped Caribbean culture for more than half a centurySun, 27 Sep 2026 20:20:43 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/video-stove-gets-a-front-seat-ride-as-solid-waste-workers-face-police-investigationhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/video-stove-gets-a-front-seat-ride-as-solid-waste-workers-face-police-investigationA homeowner’s camera reportedly caught two Solid Waste workers taking a stove and weed eater. Their placement may have caused confusion, but the stove’s…Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:57:45 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/man-shot-in-abdomen-during-pre-dawn-drive-by-shooting-in-villahttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/man-shot-in-abdomen-during-pre-dawn-drive-by-shooting-in-villaPolice are investigating after a man in his 50s was shot while walking home from a party early Sunday morning.Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:39:14 GMTTop NewsCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/credit-suisse-finma-files-us-fraud-casehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/credit-suisse-finma-files-us-fraud-caseThe Swiss watchdog declined to join a New York hearing while defending secrecy over an inquiry into the bank’s final months. The court is weighing…Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:10:29 GMTCredit Suisse AT1 CaseDario Itemhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antiguan-businessman-samuel-doumith-dies-after-period-of-illnesshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antiguan-businessman-samuel-doumith-dies-after-period-of-illnessFamily and friends mourn the loss of well-known Antiguan businessmanSun, 27 Sep 2026 17:28:32 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/mother-receives-kidney-from-daughter-in-slbmc-s-14th-transplanthttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/mother-receives-kidney-from-daughter-in-slbmc-s-14th-transplantThe successful procedure comes as the hospital prepares to mark 10 years of kidney transplantation in Antigua and Barbuda.Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:53:00 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antigua-and-barbuda-offers-to-accept-no-more-than-28-third-country-nationals-a-yearhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antigua-and-barbuda-offers-to-accept-no-more-than-28-third-country-nationals-a-yearPrime Minister Gaston Browne says his government rejected a US proposal to accept seven third-country nationals a month and is seeking a limit of seven per…Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:26:47 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/pm-browne-says-oecs-technical-team-to-meet-eu-over-citizenship-by-investment-programmeshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/pm-browne-says-oecs-technical-team-to-meet-eu-over-citizenship-by-investment-programmesOECS to Seek Clarity From EU as 2028 CIP Phase-Out Deadline ApproachesSun, 27 Sep 2026 16:13:46 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/minister-fernandez-says-strong-bookings-point-to-promising-2026-2027-tourism-seasonhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/minister-fernandez-says-strong-bookings-point-to-promising-2026-2027-tourism-seasonFernandez Points to Strong Advance Bookings as Antigua Prepares for New Tourism SeasonSun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:12 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/wioc-preparing-for-possible-u-s-diesel-export-ban-as-antigua-looks-to-secure-fuel-supplieshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/wioc-preparing-for-possible-u-s-diesel-export-ban-as-antigua-looks-to-secure-fuel-suppliesWIOC Seeks Alternative Fuel Sources Amid Uncertainty Over Possible US Diesel Export RestrictionsSun, 27 Sep 2026 13:34:35 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/former-athlete-sentenced-to-eight-years-for-sexually-abusing-daughterhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/former-athlete-sentenced-to-eight-years-for-sexually-abusing-daughterFormer Athlete Jailed for Eight Years After High Court Conviction for Child Sexual AbuseSun, 27 Sep 2026 13:04:00 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/freeland-tells-monaco-audience-antigua-s-yachting-appeal-is-rooted-in-its-people-and-heritagehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/freeland-tells-monaco-audience-antigua-s-yachting-appeal-is-rooted-in-its-people-and-heritageMinister of State for Tourism Michael Freeland used an interview during the Monaco Yacht Show to promote Antigua and Barbuda’s expanding sailing calendar,…Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:03:32 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antigua-to-build-5-000-seat-stadium-as-fifa-president-backs-new-football-homehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/antigua-to-build-5-000-seat-stadium-as-fifa-president-backs-new-football-homeFIFA President Commits to 5,000-Seat Football Stadium for Antigua and BarbudaSun, 27 Sep 2026 12:06:19 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/frederick-henry-sentenced-to-18-years-for-carlisle-bay-resort-shootinghttps://antigua.news/2026/09/27/frederick-henry-sentenced-to-18-years-for-carlisle-bay-resort-shootingGolden Grove Man Gets 18½ Years for 2023 Carlisle Bay ShootingSun, 27 Sep 2026 11:17:58 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/iata-raises-alarm-over-proposed-ususd10-passenger-charge-increase-in-antigua-and-barbudahttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/iata-raises-alarm-over-proposed-ususd10-passenger-charge-increase-in-antigua-and-barbudaAir Transport Body Demands Clarity as Antigua Considers Higher Passenger ChargesSat, 26 Sep 2026 16:02:54 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/uroy-joseph-murder-trial-jury-shown-bloodstained-pipe-linked-to-arthur-james-casehttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/uroy-joseph-murder-trial-jury-shown-bloodstained-pipe-linked-to-arthur-james-caseUroy Joseph Trial Deepens as Jury Examines Burnt Car and Alleged Murder WeaponSat, 26 Sep 2026 14:51:07 GMTTop NewsCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/letter-or-enough-is-enough-zero-tolerance-zero-excuses-it-is-time-to-take-back-our-nationhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/letter-or-enough-is-enough-zero-tolerance-zero-excuses-it-is-time-to-take-back-our-nationInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:24:58 GMTAntigua and BarbudaEditorial Staffhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/hormuz-caribbean-fuel-prices-gasoline-dieselhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/hormuz-caribbean-fuel-prices-gasoline-dieselThe disruption is raising the cost of gasoline and diesel far beyond the Gulf. But refinery shortages, shipping costs and changes to subsidies must be…Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:20:06 GMTBusiness and FinanceDario Itemhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/tevin-willock-jailed-for-nearly-11-months-over-ammunition-possessionhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/tevin-willock-jailed-for-nearly-11-months-over-ammunition-possessionTevin Willock Receives 10-Month, 20-Day Prison Sentence for 9mm Ammunition PossessionSat, 26 Sep 2026 14:05:21 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/more-than-2-500-students-screened-as-school-vision-programme-identifies-children-needing-follow-uphttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/more-than-2-500-students-screened-as-school-vision-programme-identifies-children-needing-follow-upSchool Vision Screenings Flag Eye Concerns in More Than 280 StudentsSat, 26 Sep 2026 13:26:52 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/antigua-and-barbuda-signs-visa-waiver-agreement-with-azerbaijan-at-un-general-assemblyhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/antigua-and-barbuda-signs-visa-waiver-agreement-with-azerbaijan-at-un-general-assemblyAntigua and Barbuda, Azerbaijan Sign Visa Waiver Agreement During UN MeetingsSat, 26 Sep 2026 12:51:50 GMTAntigua and BarbudaCory Waylandhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/nyt-best-tv-shows-21st-centuryhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/nyt-best-tv-shows-21st-centuryBreaking Bad leads the New York Times’ new ranking. But from Mad Men’s tailoring to Fleabag’s confessions, the real story is what these series left behindSat, 26 Sep 2026 12:17:25 GMTStyleDario Itemhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/antigua-barbuda-ai-tourismhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/26/antigua-barbuda-ai-tourismAs travellers ask chatbots to find their ideal holiday, Antigua and Barbuda faces a new challenge: being recommended before anyone thinks to search for it.Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:51:59 GMTTourismDario Itemhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/st-kitts-dpp-seeks-antiguas-help-in-outstanding-case-involving-former-resort-clerkhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/st-kitts-dpp-seeks-antiguas-help-in-outstanding-case-involving-former-resort-clerkInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 22:01:40 GMTCaribbeanShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/update-nothing-spared-as-fire-reduces-xpz-supermarket-to-ruins-againhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/update-nothing-spared-as-fire-reduces-xpz-supermarket-to-ruins-againInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:43:53 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/police-and-customs-seize-21-pounds-of-suspected-cannabis-at-deep-water-harbourhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/police-and-customs-seize-21-pounds-of-suspected-cannabis-at-deep-water-harbourInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:40:43 GMTAntigua and BarbudaShermain Bique-Charleshttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/opinion-the-3-billion-wake-up-call-who-owns-caribbean-tourismhttps://antigua.news/2026/09/25/opinion-the-3-billion-wake-up-call-who-owns-caribbean-tourismInstitutional reporting from Antigua & Barbuda, the wider Caribbean and the world, with a strong focus on breaking news, live coverage and public-interest journalism.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:55:11 GMTLetters to the EditorEditorial Staff