ABSTVANTIGUA

OFFICIALS WELCOME EXPANSION OF SCHOOL MEALS PROGRAMME IN BARBUDA

Title: OFFICIALS WELCOME EXPANSION OF SCHOOL MEALS PROGRAMME IN BARBUDA
Runtime: 2:41
Date posted: 8 days ago
Description: Barbudan students are now receiving two meals each day free of cost.
The expansion of the National School Meals Programme's kitchen is allowing the team now has the capacity to prepare over 400 meals daily.
Raghib Apparicio reports.

SOLUTIONS BEING DEVISED FOR VETERAN VENDORS AS OVERHAUL CONTINUES

Title: SOLUTIONS BEING DEVISED FOR VETERAN VENDORS AS OVERHAUL CONTINUES
Runtime: 1:22
Date posted: 8 days ago
Description: The Social and Urban Transformation Ministry says it is now devising a plan of action to improve vending arrangements in the upper sections of St John’s.
Portfolio Minister Hon. Rawdon Turner has told ABS News that the measures to be implemented will ensure long-standing vendors are not displaced, while being relocated from sidewalks.
Garfield Burford reports.

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday September 11th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday September 11th 2026)
Runtime: 8:20
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday September 11th 2026)

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Friday September 11th 2026)

Title: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Friday September 11th 2026)
Runtime: 2:33:01
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Friday September 11th 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 0:00
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)

HOLY FAMILY CATHEDRAL CHURCH SERVICE (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: HOLY FAMILY CATHEDRAL CHURCH SERVICE (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 53:49
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: HOLY FAMILY CATHEDRAL CHURCH SERVICE (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 2:13:35
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

2026 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE ARG, ST. JOHN'S. (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: 2026 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE ARG, ST. JOHN'S. (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 2:51:50
Date posted: 9 days ago
Description: 2026 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE ARG, ST. JOHN'S. (THURSDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2026)

ROAD TO CHOGM (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ROAD TO CHOGM (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 47:56
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: ROAD TO CHOGM (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 1:10:25
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 37:09
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 2:58:56
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (WEDNESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

A&B FALCONS FLYING HIGH FOLLOWING VICTORY OVER AMAZON WARRIORS

Title: A&B FALCONS FLYING HIGH FOLLOWING VICTORY OVER AMAZON WARRIORS
Runtime: 1:50
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons secured a 65-run victory over Guyana Amazon Warriors at Providence Tuesday night.
The Falcons have since travelled to Barbados, in preparation for the playoffs.
Garfield Burford reports.

‘THERE REALLY IS A LOT OF BELIEF IN THE CAMP’ – FALCONS CONFIDENT AHEAD OF CPL PLAYOFFS

Title: ‘THERE REALLY IS A LOT OF BELIEF IN THE CAMP’ – FALCONS CONFIDENT AHEAD OF CPL PLAYOFFS
Runtime: 1:27
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are now in Barbados, in preparation for the playoffs of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League.
They will likely face the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the playoffs, with victory earning them a berth in the final.
Media strategist and consultant for the Falcons, Phillip Spooner, says there is a buzz of excitement and “belief” in the Falcons camp, as they seek to qualify for the final.

FIRE OFFICERS BENEFIT FROM EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TRAINING

Title: FIRE OFFICERS BENEFIT FROM EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
Runtime: 2:27
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: Senior officers in the Fire Department spent Wednesday morning in a training session aimed at helping them to better manage their emotions on the job.
The session focused on emotional intelligence to improve how officers handle tense interactions with the public.
Samantha Simon reports.

LAWMAKER CALLS OUT ‘UNFAIR’ SYSTEM GOVERNING CONCESSIONAL FINANCING

Title: LAWMAKER CALLS OUT ‘UNFAIR’ SYSTEM GOVERNING CONCESSIONAL FINANCING
Runtime: 0:28
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: Government senator Lamin Newton is advocating for Antigua and Barbuda to receive concessional financing for development, despite its high-income classification.
The lawmaker, who is also ABLP caretaker for All Saints East and St Luke, says climate change creates significant vulnerabilities for the twin-island state, despite its Gross National Income per capita.
Senator Newton says this is one of the key takeaways from his recent participation at a high-level forum in The People's Republic of China.
Senator Newton was among lawmakers from Antigua and Barbuda who attended the 2026 Inter-regional Seminar on the Achievement of the SDGs for Parliaments of Developing Countries.
He says the twin-island state would be positioned to accelerate the pace of development if the international rules governing official development assistance are reformed.

INDUSTRIAL COURT CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Title: INDUSTRIAL COURT CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Runtime: 2:32
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: The Industrial Court is being called upon to keep in step with the rapidly-changing world of work, being driven technological advancements such as Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Attorney General and Legal Affairs Minister, Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin, raised the issue as he spoke during a special sitting on Wednesday to celebrate the court's 50th anniversary.
Over the past five decades, the court has decided numerous cases, some of which have been reinforced by the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.
Garfield Burford reports.

GOVERNMENT TO DISTRIBUTE RECLAIMED FARMLANDS

Title: GOVERNMENT TO DISTRIBUTE RECLAIMED FARMLANDS
Runtime: 1:37
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: Agriculture minister Hon. Anthony Smith Jr has announced that over 600 acres of agricultural land are being made available to place into production, after being reclaimed from unproductive farmers.
It is part of the government’s thrust to increase local food security, amid a fraught geopolitical climate.
The minister was a guest on ‘Agriculture on the Move’ on ABS Radio 90.5 FM.
Theresa Goodwin reports.

‘WE HAVE TO FIND A BALANCE’ – MINISTER REACTS TO AGS’ ACTION ON UNIFORMS

Title: ‘WE HAVE TO FIND A BALANCE’ – MINISTER REACTS TO AGS’ ACTION ON UNIFORMS
Runtime: 0:24
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: Education minister the Hon. Daryll Matthew has reacted to developments at the Antigua Grammar School on Tuesday, where dozens of students were sent home early over what the school says were uniform infractions.
Minister Matthew spoke with ABS News on Wednesday.

VENUE TO HOST CHOGM OPENING CEREMONY TO BE COMPLETED THIS MONTH

Title: VENUE TO HOST CHOGM OPENING CEREMONY TO BE COMPLETED THIS MONTH
Runtime: 0:31
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: Minister for Social and Urban Transformation and chairman of National Housing, Hon. Rawdon Turner, is assuring that the National Performing Arts Centre in St John's will be completed by the end of September.
The facility will host the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from November 1 - 4.
Antigua and Barbuda is immersed in preparations for its historic hosting of heads of state and government from the 56-nation grouping.

‘THE GOAL IS TO SCREEN EVERY SINGLE CHILD’ – PHASE TWO OF PM’S VISION PROGRAMME BEGINS

Title: ‘THE GOAL IS TO SCREEN EVERY SINGLE CHILD’ – PHASE TWO OF PM’S VISION PROGRAMME BEGINS
Runtime: 2:37
Date posted: 10 days ago
Description: The Prime Minister's Vision Programme has entered its second phase of eyecare assistance for Antiguans and Barbudans.
Students are now the focus, as this element of the programme was launched at Five Islands Primary School.
The aim is to ensure a lack of 20/20 vision does not prevent students from participating in their learning environment.
Raghib Apparicio reports.

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 29:45
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

PARES SECONDARY CELEBRATES MAJOR MILESTONE

Title: PARES SECONDARY CELEBRATES MAJOR MILESTONE
Runtime: 2:44
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: Pares Secondary School celebrated 55 years on Monday, bringing together the past and the present, as the school reflects on its rich legacy, while looking ahead to the future.
The institution was merged with Glanvilles Secondary last year.
Nicola Barriteau reports.

SIBLINGS THANKFUL FOR TWO-BEDROOM HAPI HOME

Title: SIBLINGS THANKFUL FOR TWO-BEDROOM HAPI HOME
Runtime: 3:00
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: Twin sisters in All Saints have received a new two-bedroom home from the Home Advancement Programme for the Indigent (HAPI) initiative.
The handover marks a new beginning for the siblings, who have faced challenging family circumstances.
It was the first of two home handovers for the government’s signature social housing programme on Tuesday.
Garfield Burford reports.

Title: 80-YEAR-OLD GETS HAPI HOME ON BIRTHDAY
Runtime: 3:25
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: The Home Advancement Programme for the Indigent, HAPI initiative handed over a three-bedroom home to Yorks Village resident Lolita Edwards, as she celebrated her 80th birthday on Tuesday.
The joyous occasion brought tears of joy to the octogenarian, as she thanked the team at the Social and Urban Transformation Ministry.
Garfield Burford reports.

MINISTER TURNER SAYS INMATES ‘GIVING BACK TO SOCIETY’ THROUGH HAPI INITIATIVE

Title: MINISTER TURNER SAYS INMATES ‘GIVING BACK TO SOCIETY’ THROUGH HAPI INITIATIVE
Runtime: 0:37
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: Minister for Social and Urban Transformation Hon. Rawdon Turner has defended the deployment of inmates of His Majesty's Prison to work on the Home Advancement Programme for the Indigent (HAPI) initiative.
He has reacted to reservations expressed in some sections of the society, indicating it is a crucial part of rehabilitation and community service for the inmates.

CIBC CARIBBEAN NAMES UNSUNG HERO FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Title: CIBC CARIBBEAN NAMES UNSUNG HERO FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Runtime: 1:49
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: Vincere Barthley-Cochrane is Antigua and Barbuda's 2026 CIBC Caribbean unsung hero.
Barthley-Cochrane was announced as the latest winner at a ceremony Tuesday morning and will also serve as the Antigua branch's nominee for the regional unsung hero awards later this month.
Raghib Apparicio reports.

A&B OFFICIALS TO HOLD FRESH TALKS WITH JET BLUE NEXT WEEK

Title: A&B OFFICIALS TO HOLD FRESH TALKS WITH JET BLUE NEXT WEEK
Runtime: 0:30
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: Tourism Minister Hon. Charles Fernandez says talks will be held with officials of Jet Blue next week, as the US-based carrier prepares to end service to Antigua and Barbuda as of October 31, 2026.
The Minister says the government will be looking for any possibility of that the airline could reverse its decision.
The minister told ABS in an exclusive interview on Tuesday, “Whatever it is we need to do that we can do, without jeopardizing the whole aspect of the business model, we are prepared to do it.”
He however conceded that it is difficult to “re-do a route.”

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 3:04:21
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 1:01:00
Date posted: 11 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (TUESDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

ABS TV PRESENTS (MONDAY 7th SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS TV PRESENTS (MONDAY 7th SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 1:15:07
Date posted: 12 days ago
Description: ABS TV PRESENTS (MONDAY 7th SEPTEMBER 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 1:02:25
Date posted: 12 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

PRISON SUPERINTENDENT REACTS TO CRITICISM ALLOWING INMATE TO ATTEND FRIEND’S FUNERAL

Title: PRISON SUPERINTENDENT REACTS TO CRITICISM ALLOWING INMATE TO ATTEND FRIEND’S FUNERAL
Runtime: 1:16
Date posted: 12 days ago
Description: Prison Superintendent Lieutenant Colonel Trevor Pennyfeather has explained the basis for his decision allow an inmate to attend a friend’s funeral, under the supervision of prison officers.
The prison superintendent was responding to blistering criticism from Prime Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne, who raised the issue on the Browne and Browne Show on PBN on Saturday.
The funeral was for 29-year-old Leyandrew Hubbard, who was shot and killed in July, while sitting with others on Ladoo Road in Potters.
He said he would not have taken this decision again, in light of the prime minister’s angst over the issue, though he said similar decisions have been taken in the past where inmates have been allowed to attend funerals for people who are not their close relatives.

PRISON OFFICER FACES DISMISSAL FOR ‘IMMORAL CONDUCT’ WITH INMATE

Title: PRISON OFFICER FACES DISMISSAL FOR ‘IMMORAL CONDUCT’ WITH INMATE
Runtime: 2:47
Date posted: 12 days ago
Description: A recommendation has been made for the dismissal of a female prison officer in connection with “immoral conduct” with an inmate.
The prison officer was among five against whom charges were levelled in recent weeks.
Prison superintendent Lieutenant Colonel Trevor Pennyfeather provided the update during an exclusive interview with ABS News on Monday.
Garfield Burford reports.

AGRICULTURE MINISTRY BEGINS FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTION TO FARMERS

Title: AGRICULTURE MINISTRY BEGINS FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTION TO FARMERS
Runtime: 1:43
Date posted: 12 days ago
Description: Antigua and Barbuda's push to improve its food security has received a major boost.
Registered farmers across the country are now receiving bags of fertilizer, through a collaboration with the Kingdom of Morocco, as the twin-island state moves to boost food security.
Raghib Apparicio reports.

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday September 7th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday September 7th 2026)
Runtime: 14:40
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday September 7th 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 40:41
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 2026)

RPFAB 2026 POLICE WEEK CHURCH SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE SPRING GARDENS MORAVIAN CHURCH. (6.9.2026)

Title: RPFAB 2026 POLICE WEEK CHURCH SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE SPRING GARDENS MORAVIAN CHURCH. (6.9.2026)
Runtime: 2:24:01
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: RPFAB 2026 POLICE WEEK CHURCH SERVICE, LIVE FROM THE SPRING GARDENS MORAVIAN CHURCH, ST. JOHN'S STREET, ST. JOHN'S. (SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 2026)

MAN IN CRITICAL CONDITION FOLLOWING STABBING IN VILLA

Title: MAN IN CRITICAL CONDITION FOLLOWING STABBING IN VILLA
Runtime: 0:31
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: A 50-year-old man is now in critical condition after being stabbed in Villa on Saturday.
It is reported the man was attacked and severely wounded during an altercation with another man in the community. He was rushed to hospital where he was admitted.
It is not clear if the police have so far arrested the suspect as they continue their investigations.

‘WE EXPECT YOU TO COOPERATE’ – PM BROWNE’S MESSAGE TO JUDICIARY ON MINIMUM SENTENCES

Title: ‘WE EXPECT YOU TO COOPERATE’ – PM BROWNE’S MESSAGE TO JUDICIARY ON MINIMUM SENTENCES
Runtime: 0:28
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: Legislation to introduce minimum sentences for serious gun crimes and sexual offences against minors will be among bills to be debated when Parliament’s Lower House meets on September 18.
The legislation is to propose a minimum sentence of 15 years for serious firearm offences.
Prime Minister the Right Hon. Gaston Browne told the audience on the Browne and Browne show on PBN on Saturday he expects the judiciary to comply with decisions made by the legislature.
The prime minister says the independence of the judiciary does not indicate the freedom to do as it pleases.
The legislative push is part of a tougher stance the prime minister says must be taken before the country is irrevocably destroyed.

‘WE WILL NOT RETREAT’ – POLICE COMMISSIONER TALKS TOUGH AMID SPATE OF GUN CRIMES

Title: ‘WE WILL NOT RETREAT’ – POLICE COMMISSIONER TALKS TOUGH AMID SPATE OF GUN CRIMES
Runtime: 0:23
Date posted: 13 days ago
Description: The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is vowing to maintain its pressure on criminals, in the wake of a continuing spate of gun crimes.
Police Commissioner Everton Jeffers has praised the men and women participating in Operation Restore Confidence, highlighting their efforts to execute warrants, conduct vehicle checkpoints and remove illegal firearms and ammunition from the nation’s streets.
The commissioner says Operation Restore Confidence represents an ongoing commitment to protecting communities and enforcing the law, insisting that the police will not back down in the face of criminal activity.

ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2026)
Runtime: 29:20
Date posted: 14 days ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2026)

KEON TYSON OVERCOMES ‘PRESSURE’ TO LIFT 8-BALL TITLE

Title: KEON TYSON OVERCOMES ‘PRESSURE’ TO LIFT 8-BALL TITLE
Runtime: 1:23
Date posted: 15 days ago
Description: Keon 'KT' Tyson is the new National Pool Players Association 8-ball Singles Champion.
Sharife Sergeant reports.

ALEKA LEWIS COPS TOP ACCOLADE IN TASTE OF WADADLI JUNIOR CHEF ACADEMY

Title: ALEKA LEWIS COPS TOP ACCOLADE IN TASTE OF WADADLI JUNIOR CHEF ACADEMY
Runtime: 2:12
Date posted: 15 days ago
Description: Fifteen young chefs have graduated from the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy.
They marked the milestone during an event at the People’s Place on Thursday.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.

FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTION TO BEGIN SEPTEMBER 7

Title: FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTION TO BEGIN SEPTEMBER 7
Runtime: 2:14
Date posted: 15 days ago
Description: Farmers nationwide are to benefit from another distribution of fertilizer, as part of efforts to increase food production.
More than two thousand 50-kilogram bags are to be provided to farmers, as part of the latest round of distribution through support from the Kingdom of Morocco.
Shannakisha Francis reports.

A&BUT CITES PROGRESS, CONCERNS AHEAD OF NEW SCHOOL YEAR

Title: A&BUT CITES PROGRESS, CONCERNS AHEAD OF NEW SCHOOL YEAR
Runtime: 3:27
Date posted: 15 days ago
Description: Executives of the Antigua and Barbuda Union of Teachers are welcoming progress made in preparation for the new school year, as their members prepare to return to the classrooms next Monday.
However, they continue highlight matters which they say require urgent attention.
A&BUT president Casroy Charles and general secretary Sharon Kelsick were guests on Antigua Barbuda Today.
Nicola Barriteau reports.