Swyft Ride-Hailing Service Sparks Tension with Taxi Operators

The launch of a new ride-hailing company, Swyft in Antigua and Barbuda is causing friction with the local taxi industry. Swyft, described as an Uber-style service, allows residents to book taxis through a mobile app and pay online. The convenience...

Cabinet Notes for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

The prayers before Cabinet were led by a Pastor from the Evangelical Association who read from the Gospel of Matthew Chapter 10 verse 16. In brief, Jesus warns his disciples they’re being sent into a hostile world “like sheep among wolves,” so...

A&B set to host Final Four Volleyball Tournament

Tonight, the Antigua and Barbuda Amateur Volleyball Association (ABAVA) will begin its hosting of the Men’s Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Final Four competition. The event will feature the top four teams including champions...

Debate on full free movement’s impact

Political scientist Peter Wickham is cautioning that while the conversation on full free movement between Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St Vincent and the Grenadines has largely focused on economics, the political implications may prove equally...

Creatives Among Us: Culture Dept Calls Nominations for 7 Outstanding Artists

Department of Culture – “Creatives Among Us” Project Department of Culture Announces Call for Submissions for “The Creatives Among Us” St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda — The Department of Culture is preparing for its newest installment of the...

Rubio sparks diplomatic storm before Americas summit

The Dominican Republic announced on Tuesday that Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua will not be invited to the X Summit of the Americas in Punta Cana this December, citing the "current context of political polarization" in the Americas. The gathering...

Build wealth that survives tax shocks and rand volatility

“Resilience is the new North Star,” says Matthew Sumner, MD of the Outbound Investment Summit. “With tariffs spiralling, fiscal policy in flux, and a rand that moves on headlines, South Africans need robust, diversified investment structures, not...

Stitching the Future Together: A Healthy Aging Story

PRESS RELEASE September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate growth, wisdom, and the power of staying engaged at every age. Two of Antigua and Barbuda’s most inspiring senior citizens, Miriam “Grandma Mirie” Samuel, 91, and Agnes Meeker,...

Editorial | Cheering free movement

It’s rare that Caribbean Community (CARICOM) nationals have an opportunity to celebrate the positive outcome of a good idea proposed by the region’s leaders. That’s because they, too often, do not implement their plans. This time, however, The...

Knight Riders take on Kings for spot in final

Trin­ba­go Knight Rid­ers (TKR) and St Lu­cia Kings bat­tle for a place in Sun­day’s Caribbean Pre­mier League fi­nal at Prov­i­dence Sta­di­um in Guyana, on Fri­day. Knight Rid­ers earned the right to face the Kings af­ter their nine-wick­et win...

Justice Rally Planned for Today over Police Killing of Teenager Khaleel Simon

A public demonstration is being organised in Antigua and Barbuda following the death of 18-year-old Khaleel Simon, whose family and friends say his life was “tragically and maliciously snatched away” by those expected to protect him. Simon,...

CTU aims for Tier 1 status in global anti-trafficking report

News Laurel V Williams 55 Minutes Ago Counter Trafficking Unit media workshop presenters (front row) with the participants fromseveral media houses including: Gayelle TV, IETV, Newsday, Express, as well as students on September 30. Photos courtesy...

Caribbean Homeowners Brace for More Storms Without Insurance Coverage.

- Advertisement - Hurricane season brings back painful memories and financial worries for many in the Caribbean. After the devastation of Hurricane Irma in 2017, thousands of homes in Barbuda were flattened. Today, insurance costs are higher than...

Pooran fined for dissent

Trinbago Knight Riders captain Nicholas Pooran has been hit in the pocket for his outbursts towards umpire Ryan Banwarie during the Republic Bank Caribbean Eliminator against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons on Tuesday. TKR won the do-or-die match...

VIDEO: Cobbs Cross Clinic Nears Completion, Set to Boost St. Paul’s Healthcare Services

MOW recently put the finishing touches on the new Cobbs Cross Clinic, which will provide enhanced medical services to the St. Paul’s community. The facility will now be commissioned by the Ministry of Health and is scheduled to open soon. Thank...

Region records decline in tourist arrivals from Canada, Europe, but an increase from South America

The num­ber of Cana­di­an vis­i­tors to the Caribbean fell by nine per cent to 1.67 mil­lion, while ar­rivals from Eu­rope dropped by an es­ti­mat­ed five per cent to 2.53 mil­lion dur­ing the first half of 2025, com­pared to the same pe­ri­od...

Nicky P delights in eliminator victory

Letters to the Editor Arthur Dash An Hour Ago Nicholas Pooran - Faith Ayoung THE EDITOR: It was a joy to watch the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) cricket match between Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) and the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons on September...

Caribbean Criminal Responsibility – Suffer Little Children

By Peter Polack Peter Polack The age of criminal responsibility in the Caribbean varies wildly: Antigua and Barbuda 8 years Bahamas 10 years Barbados 11 years Belize 9 years Cayman Islands. 10 years Dominica 12 years Grenada 7 years Guyana 10...

COMMENTARY: Caribbean Criminal Responsibility – Suffer Little Children

The age of criminal responsibility in the Caribbean varies wildly: Antigua and Barbuda 8 years Bahamas 10 years Barbados 11 years Belize 9 years Cayman Islands. 10 years Dominica 12 years Grenada 7 years Guyana 10 years Haiti 13 years Jamaica 12...

Department of Creative Industries Launches Christmas Lighting Competition

Home entries will be divided into four geographic zones—East, West, North, and South—with prizes awarded in each zone. All home participants will receive significant benefits, including a 100% waiver on electricity service from December 15, 2025,...