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Barnes Funeral Home Opens New Facility in Antigua
Antigua News Room
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August 2, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Barnes Funeral Home Ltd., Antigua and Barbuda’s oldest funeral service provider, has opened a new facility at Irwing Barnes Close, off American Road. Founded in 1928 by Irwing Barnes and later run by his...
Cultural Exchanges between China and Antigua and Barbuda were held at National Public Library
Antigua.News
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July 27, 2025
PRESS RELEASE On July 21, 2025, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Antigua and Barbuda collaborated with the Antigua and Barbuda National Public Library to host a cultural education session for students enrolled in the Library’s...
Antigua and Barbuda Welcomes Historic ICJ Advisory Opinion on Climate Change
Antigua.News
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July 26, 2025
Antigua and Barbuda expressed pride in the leadership of SIDS, particularly in the Vanuatu-led initiative that brought the matter before the ICJ. The country also highlighted its central role—alongside Tuvalu—as co-chair of the Commission of Small...
Sir Ronald Sanders : The world has gone silent on the horrors in Gaza — that is the tragedy
I News Cayman
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August 2, 2025
By Sir Ronald Sanders Sir Ronald Sanders I was sitting in my dentist’s chair, one of the few events in which, while my mouth was open, I could not speak. Even as she worked methodically, my dentist spoke close enough to my ear that her words were...
National Housing Renewal Initiative to Address Urgent Need for Affordable Home
Antigua.News
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August 2, 2025
A notable aspect of the initiative is the classification system for housing applicants, which categorizes them into two groups: Category A for those with clear land ownership and title, and Categories B/C for individuals with unclear or communal...
Antigua and Barbuda welcomes ICJ Advisory Opinion on Climate Change
Antigua News Room
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July 25, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda has welcomed the highly anticipated opinion that was delivered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the obligations of States in relation to climate change. The Opinion, which...
Team Antigua and Barbuda Arrives in Singapore for World Aquatics Championships
Antigua News Room
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July 26, 2025
Team Antigua and Barbuda Arrives in Singapore for World Aquatics Championships The Antigua & Barbuda Swimming Federation proudly announces the arrival of its national team in Singapore. Rested and ready, the swimmers are geared up to represent the...
Caribbean Court Strikes Down St. Lucia Gay Sex Ban
Metro Weekly
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August 2, 2025
St. Lucia – Photo: Mark Rubens via iStockphoto On July 29, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court struck down two sections of St. Lucia’s criminal code that banned “buggery” and “gross indecency,” ruling the laws unconstitutional. The court found...
Antigua and Barbuda wants CARICOM Support on Landmark ICJ Advisory Opinion
Antigua News Room
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July 23, 2025
Dear Colleague CARICOM Permanent Missions Please see the attached URGENT Diplomatic Note and draft Declaration from Ambassador Sanders, regarding the Advisory Opinion issued today by the International Court of Justice. The Opinion declares...
Mr. Elijah James Appointed as OECSRA Represetative for Antigua and Barbuda
Nevis Pages
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July 25, 2025
Basseterre, St. Kitts — The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States Robotics Association (OECSRA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Elijah James as the official OECSRA Representative for Antigua and Barbuda. Mr. James is a...
Antigua and Barbuda Forecasters Bianca Bless and Charissa Humphreys Complete Studies at CIMH
Antigua News Room
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July 23, 2025
Two rising meteorologists, Bianca Bless and Charissa Humphreys, have completed their studies at the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology (CIMH) in Barbados, marking a proud moment for regional science and sustainability. The CIMH, a...
Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of Commerce Hosts High-Level UK Trade Luncheon to advance Export Growth
Antigua.News
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July 23, 2025
– Strengthening Business Resilience With rising tariffs from other jurisdictions, UK trade access presents a vital pathway for growth, especially for SMEs seeking diversified markets. – Supporting Capacity Building The Chamber’s President, Mario...
Antigua and Barbuda’s Dwight Gardiner Elected President of International Seabed Authority
Antigua News Room
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July 23, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda’s Dwight Gardiner Elected President of International Seabed Authority Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador, Dwight Gardiner, has been elected President of the International Seabed Authority...
On Arrival, Visa-Free Entry For Jordanians In 47 Countries Full List Of Destinations
MENAFN
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August 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) As citizens of various countries prioritise travel, several governments have initiated a range of measures to enable ease of access to the destinations. Visa exemptions for certain durations along with provisions such as...
Antigua and Barbuda Strengthens Oil Spill Contingency Plan Through IMO Workshop
Antigua.News
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July 22, 2025
Antigua and Barbuda is updating its Oil Spill Contingency Plan with support from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). A four-day workshop, held at NODS in collaboration with the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and...
VIDEO: PM Browne Outlines Vision to Double Antigua and Barbuda’s Economy in 10 years
Antigua News Room
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July 23, 2025
PM Browne Outlines Vision to Double Antigua and Barbuda’s Economy Within a Decade Prime Minister Gaston Browne has unveiled an ambitious plan to double Antigua and Barbuda’s economy over the next 10 years, urging a regional shift toward...
Antigua and Barbuda Hosts National Workshop to Strengthen Oil Spill Contingency Plan
Antigua News Room
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July 21, 2025
National Oil Spill Contingency Plan Review Workshop The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is supporting the delivery of a four-day workshop to assist in the review and updating of the country’s Oil Spill Contingency Plan. The workshop...
T&T U-15s near last ditch solution for Concacaf tourney, two US-based players in 18-man squad
Wired 868
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August 2, 2025
Trinidad and Tobago will get to Aruba two days late for the Concacaf Under-15 Championship. But, crucially, they will be in time for kick off in their opening Group E encounter against Barbados in League B. And perhaps the most important thing is...
Small Craft Advisory Issued for Antigua and Barbuda and Other Islands
Antigua.News
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July 22, 2025
Weather forecasters expect winds to reach 26 to 41 kilometres per hour, which is 14 to 22 knots, with gusts climbing as high as 59 kilometres per hour or 32 knots. Sea heights will range from 1.8 to 2.4 meters, equivalent to 6 to 8 feet, with...
Antigua Carnival Arrives with Festive Welcome at Airport
Antigua News Room
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August 2, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Travellers arriving at V.C. Bird International Airport this week were greeted with lively celebrations ahead of Antigua Carnival. The sweet sounds of steelpan and the iron band filled the terminal, while...