Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority Reports Swift Operational Recovery After Tropical Storm Jerry

Minimal Flight Disruptions Despite the adverse weather, flight disruptions at the V. C. Bird International Airport were minimal. Only one of three daily North American flights was cancelled, while most other cancellations involved domestic and...

Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority Reports Quick Operations Recovery in Wake of TS Jerry

Following the torrential rain and high winds that resulted from the passage of tropical storm Jerry on the early morning of Friday October 10th 2025, the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority (ABAA) is reporting a quick recovery of air service...

Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission Delegation to Represent Antigua Carnival at Miami Carnival 2025

The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission, in partnership with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, is excited to announce the departure of our delegation that will represent Antigua Carnival during the peak weekend of Miami Carnival...

Air Quality in Antigua and Barbuda Drops to Moderate Levels Amid Saharan Dust Surge

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Residents of Antigua and Barbuda are being advised to take precautions as air quality levels reach moderate levels due to a surge in Saharan dust. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services issued an...

Tropical Storm Jerry Moves On After Torrential Rains in Antigua and Barbuda

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Tropical Storm Jerry has moved northward over the western Atlantic, leaving behind heavy rainfall and flooding in parts of Antigua and Barbuda, where more than nine inches of rain fell in just three hours....

Tropical Storm Jerry Moves North After Drenching Antigua and Barbuda

Although there are no coastal watches or warnings currently in effect, the NHC cautioned that large swells generated by the storm continue to affect the Leeward and Windward Islands, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic....

Antigua and Barbuda Pursues Maritime Partnership with Panama

Antigua and Barbuda is moving to deepen its maritime cooperation with Panama, one of the world’s leading logistics hubs. Prime Minister Gaston Browne has tasked Ambassador Sir Ron Sanders with leading negotiations between the Antigua Port...

Antigua and Barbuda Welcomes Israel–Hamas Ceasefire, Calls for Lasting Peace and Humanitarian Relief

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has welcomed the recently announced ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, describing it as a vital step toward restoring peace and stability in the region. In a statement issued by Minister of Foreign Affairs,...

Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association Backs Sugar Tax on Sweetened Beverages

Excessive sugar intake harms both general and oral health, contributing to rising rates of tooth decay, periodontal disease, gingival inflammation, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes. Some countries have even...

WATCH: Heavy Rains Lash Antigua and Barbuda as Flash Flood Advisory Remains in Effect

Heavy rainfall continues to pound Antigua and Barbuda this morning, as unstable weather linked to Tropical Storm Jerry lingers over the area. According to the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service, the storm has shifted northwest and away...

W.I.S.H Marks One Year of Changing the Mental Health Conversation in Antigua and Barbuda

Beyond outreach, W.I.S.H continues to advocate for mental health law reform, workplace wellness policies, and greater access to psychosocial support — efforts that align with the PAHO Multi-Country Cooperation Strategy, which emphasizes mental...

BREAKING: All Public Schools Closed Today as Heavy Rains from Tropical Storm Jerry Soak Antigua and Barbuda

He added that student and staff safety is the priority and that the Ministry will continue to monitor conditions closely. Private schools are encouraged to follow the guidance based on their own assessments of local conditions.

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA BULLISH ON ECONOMIC BOOST FROM TIES WITH PANAMA

Antigua and Barbuda is moving to strengthen ties with Panama in key areas, including trade, logistics and climate diplomacy. Both countries are expecting to reap significant economic benefits as the twin-island state has welcomed a new...

Heavy Rains Affect Antigua and Barbuda as Storm Jerry Moves Away

Persistent downpours are soaking Antigua and Barbuda this morning, with unstable weather tied to Tropical Storm Jerry still hovering over the region. Meteorologists report that Jerry has veered northwest and is moving away from the Leeward...

Local Dentists Strongly Support Taxation of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages in Antigua and Barbuda

The Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association (ABDA) strongly supports the taxation of sugar- sweetened beverages (SSBs) to help reduce sugar consumption and improve public health. ABDA also supports the Sweet Talks initiative. In the World Dental...

Antigua and Barbuda moves toward ban on reef-harming sunscreens

Antigua and Barbuda is advancing plans to protect its vulnerable marine ecosystems by considering a ban on sunscreen products containing chemicals known to harm coral reefs and marine life. - Advertisement - The Ministry of Trade has begun a...

Antigua and Barbuda welcomes the ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda on the cease fire by Israel and Hamas Antigua and Barbuda welcomes the ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas, secured through the...

Antigua and Barbuda Could Face Stricter EU Visa-Free Rules

Antigua and Barbuda’s visa-free access to Europe could come under greater scrutiny following new rules passed by the European Parliament that make it easier for the European Union to suspend or revoke visa-free travel from countries whose citizens...

Statement By The Minister Of Foreign Affairs Of Antigua And Barbuda On The Cease Fire By Israel And Hamas

- Advertisement - St John’s – Antigua and Barbuda welcomes the ceasefire announcement between Israel and Hamas, secured through the unstinting efforts of the United States, supported by Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. We join the positions expressed by...

Cabinet pushing Transshipment Expansion for Antigua and Barbuda

Exploring logistics links between Antigua, the OECS, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Colombia and parts of South America. Developing infrastructure such as cold storage facilities and additional warehouse space to support increased cargo...