ABSTVANTIGUA
COMMONWEALTH SG HOPES FOR BEST EVER CHOGM IN A&B
- Title
- COMMONWEALTH SG HOPES FOR BEST EVER CHOGM IN A&B
- Runtime
- 3:00
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Commonwealth Secretary General Hon. Shirley Botchwey has expressed her excitement about the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.
The official and her team arrived at V.C. Bird International Airport Thursday afternoon for what will be her first CHOGM since assuming the post.
The Commonwealth Secretary General is bullish on increasing intra-Commonwealth trade to US$2 trillion, up from US$900 billion, despite a fraught geopolitical environment.
Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. E.P. Chet Greene has confirmed that over 5,100 overseas delegates have registered for CHOGM, joining thousands of local attendees for the November 1 to 4 meeting.
Garfield Burford reports.
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- RICHIE’S SHOOTERZ SEIZE ADVANTAGE IN BUSINESS LEAGUE FINALS
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Former champions Richie's Shooterz secured game one of the ABBA Business League Playoff Finals on Wednesday night, outlasting defending champions Board of Education.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY OCTOBER 29TH 2026)
- Runtime
- 41:40
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY OCTOBER 29TH 2026)
- Title
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (THURSDAY 29th OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 28:55
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (THURSDAY 29th OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- ROAD TO CHOGM (WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH 2026)
- Runtime
- 1:14:05
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- ROAD TO CHOGM (WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH 2026)
- Title
- ANTIGUAN AND BARBUDAN CONTINGENT DEPARTS FOR YOUTH OLYMPICS
- Runtime
- 1:53
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Five athletes will represent Antigua and Barbuda in track and field, swimming and table tennis at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal.
Officials and four of the athletes departed the island on Wednesday for the games in Dakar from October 31 to November 13.
Terry Andrew reports.
- Title
- KING CHARLES ACKNOWLEDGES ‘GREAT SUFFERING AND INJUSTICES OF THE PAST’
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- King Charles III has confirmed that the legacy of slavery and historical injustices will be discussed by leaders of affected Commonwealth countries at next week's Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting to he held here in Antigua and Barbuda.
The King made the remarks during an address in The Bahamas, where he acknowledged the suffering of the past, while urging young people to help build a more sustainable future.
Theresa Goodwin reports.
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- REHABILITATION EFFORTS RECEIVE BOOST AT DENIS BOWERS CENTRE
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Officials at the Denis Bowers Rehabilitation Centre in Willikies say significant progress is being made in improving the facilities.
The centre recently received gym equipment, while plans are afoot to expand its library.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.
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- CABINET ESTABLISHES COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER POSSIBLE BUS FARE INCREASE
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Public bus fares could be increased for the first time in almost 20 years, as the government moves to review the cost of operating the service against what commuters can afford.
Cabinet has agreed to establish a committee to examine proposals from the Antigua and Barbuda Bus Association and the Transportation Ministry.
The review will consider higher operating costs for bus operators, proposed fare adjustments and the potential impact on passengers.
Elesha George reports.
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH 2026)
- Runtime
- 42:26
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH 2026)
- Title
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (WEDNESDAY 28th OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 32:31
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (WEDNESDAY 28th OCTOBER 2026)
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- ''VOICES IN HARMONY'' INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS (Tuesday October 27th 2026)
- Runtime
- 1:51:26
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- ''VOICES IN HARMONY'' INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS (Tuesday October 27th 2026)
- Title
- SIR VIVIAN RICHARDS TO BE HONOURED IN CHOGM CRICKET CELEBRATION
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- West Indies legend Sir Vivian Richards and former England captain David Gower have been named Honorary Team Managers for the "One Commonwealth, One Team – A Commonwealth Cricket Celebration".
Two exhibition matches will be played at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Sunday, November 1, during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Terry Andrew reports.
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- CHEQUES PRESENTED TO WINNERS OF NATIONAL SPORTS AWARDS
- Runtime
- 1:04
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- The Ministry of Sports presented cheques to winners of the 2025 National Sports Awards.
The cheques were handed over at the Sports Minister’s office at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Tuesday.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
- Title
- ‘VENTURE BEYOND THE CONFERENCE ROOMS’ - COMMONWEALTH DELEGATES INVITED TO ENJOY A&B
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Tourism Minister Hon. Charles Fernandez is encouraging Commonwealth leaders and delegates to explore Antigua and Barbuda beyond their official CHOGM engagements.
Minister Fernandez used his welcome message to urge delegates to experience the twin-island state firsthand, from its historical landmarks and famous beaches to its culture, cuisine and the hospitality of its people.
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- INFANT MORTALITY DOUBLES IN CUBA AMID US EMBARGO, ENERGY BLOCKADE
- Runtime
- 3:05
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- The United States’ decades-old economic embargo on Cuba and energy blockade imposed since earlier this year, are being blamed for a worsening humanitarian crisis in Cuba.
Cuba’s Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda, Sergio Martinez, tells ABS News that the infant mortality rate has more than doubled over the past two years, as the Caribbean island is starved of crucial supplies.
The Cuban diplomat spoke with ABS News on Tuesday, on the eve of a vote in the United Nations General Assembly on a resolution to lift the embargo.
Raghib Apparicio reports.
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- ANTIGUA-CUBA FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION AIDS CANCER TREATMENT IN CUBA
- Runtime
- 0:23
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Cuba’s ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda, Sergio Martinez is thanking the twin-island state for its continued support of his beleaguered homeland.
The Antigua-Cuba Friendship Association donated XCD$33,600.40 in August to provide humanitarian assistance.
Ambassador Martinez Gonzalez says the donation directly benefited children seeking cancer treatment in his homeland.
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (Tuesday October 27th 2026)
- Runtime
- 25:10
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (Tuesday October 27th 2026)
- Title
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (TUESDAY 27th OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 32:50
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (TUESDAY 27th OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 40:16
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- NATIONAL HEROES DAY WREATH LAYING CEREMONY LIVE. (MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 1:12:21
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- NATIONAL HEROES DAY WREATH LAYING CEREMONY LIVE. (MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- SEMIFINALISTS CONFIRMED IN ABFA KNOCKOUT CUP
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- FC Aston Villa and Garden Stars FC have secured the remaining semi-final spots in the ABFA Knockout Cup.
They will join Pigotts Bullets and defending Champions Grenades FC in the final four.
Terry Andrew reports.
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- A&B’S SWIMMERS FINETUNE PREPARATIONS FOR OECS CHAMPIONSHIPS
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- The Antigua Barbuda Swimming Federation has named 34 swimmers to represent the twin island state at the 34th OECS Swimming Championships in St Lucia.
Members of the team are into their final preparations ahead of their departure next week.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- BOE SECURE CRUCIAL ADVANTAGE IN ABBA BUSINESS LEAGUE SEMIS
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- Defending playoff champions Board of Education defeated APCMOL in game one of their best-of-three series in the Cool & Smooth ABBA Business Basketball League Semifinals on Saturday.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
- Title
- UWI FIC PRINCIPAL HAILS LAUNCH OF NEW POST-GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
- Runtime
- 1:58
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- The University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus has launched two new postgraduate programmes aimed at building the region's capacity to combat cyber threats.
The programmes combine cybersecurity training with artificial intelligence applications.
Campus principal, Professor C. Justin Robinson, says these programmes are crucial to the region in a fraught geopolitical environment, as he insists “We cannot rent out our security.”
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- CONSERVATIONISTS INTENSIFY EFFORTS TO PROTECT TURTLE HATCHLINGS
- Runtime
- 3:20
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- Efforts are continuing in earnest in Antigua and Barbuda to give sea turtle hatchlings the best chance of survival.
ABS has garnered fresh insights from conservationists immersed in the painstaking task of protecting the hatchlings from a range of perils.
Raghib Apparicio reports.
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- HIGH COURT UPHOLDS A&B’S ABORTION RESTRICTIONS
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda's long-standing abortion laws have survived a constitutional challenge, with the High Court dismissing an application to strike down two provisions of the Offences Against the Person Act.
Justice Jan Drysdale ruled that the existing legislation does not violate the Constitution, following a challenge brought by Sherrel Sutherland and Dr. Dane Abbott.
However, while the restrictions remain in place, abortion is not illegal in all circumstances.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
- Title
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 35:30
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- NATIONAL SCHOOLS' PANORAMA COMPETITION (SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 3:56:46
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- NATIONAL SCHOOLS' PANORAMA COMPETITION (SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- GRENADES AND BULLETS FIRE INTO KNOCKOUT CUP SEMIFINALS
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Defending champions Grenades FC and Autocraze Pigotts Bullets have booked their places in the semifinals of the ABFA Knockout Cup.
Both teams produced convincing performances to keep their title hopes alive.
Terry Andrew reports.
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- GOVERNMENT EYES HOTEL PROJECTS TO INCREASE LOCAL TOURISM OWNERSHIP
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- The government is looking at developing two new hotels, with about 150 rooms each.
Prime Minister and Finance Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne told the Browne and Browne Show on PBN on Saturday that it is part of a push to give Antiguans and Barbudans a greater share of the tourism industry.
Prime Minister Browne believes as much as XCD$60 million could be raised from public institutions to help get the projects off the ground.
Prime Minister Browne says he has asked ministers Rawdon Turner and Maria Browne to identify two major development projects for cabinet to consider this Wednesday.
Possible locations include the Jolly Beach area, where the government has already approached a private developer about working together.
The plan would bring public and private investors on board, with additional borrowing if necessary.
The prime minister says the bigger question is not just how many new hotel rooms are built, but who owns them and who be...
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- ANTIGUANS AND BARBUDANS JOIN IN CALL FOR END TO EMBARGO AGAINST CUBA
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Several Antiguans and Barbudans joined Cubans living in the twin-island state for a motorcade on Sunday to amp up calls for an end to the United States’ embargo and energy blockade against the Caribbean nation.
Cuba’s Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda, Sergio Martinez, says over 100,000 patients in Cuba are reportedly waiting for surgery.
These include over twelve thousand children, as the country's fuel crisis heaps more pressure on its beleaguered healthcare system.
Theresa Goodwin reports.
- Title
- A&B COULD DECIDE TO SUSPEND ITS CIP AMID EU PRESSURE
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda could decide by November 12 of this year to suspend its Citizenship by Investment Programme, as the government faces a difficult choice over visa-free travel to Europe’s Schengen area.
Prime Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne says cabinet is leaning towards suspension, following fresh talks with the European Union.
However, he emphasized on the Browne and Browne Show on PBN on Saturday that no final decision has been made.
Jamie Roacher reports.
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 15:21
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- ANTIGUA & BARBUDA NATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE OPENING CEREMONY LIVE. (23.10.2026)
- Runtime
- 3:02:26
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- ANTIGUA & BARBUDA NATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE OPENING CEREMONY, LIVE FROM HIGH STREET, ST.JOHN'S. (23.10.2026)
- Title
- ‘THIS IS A RENAISSANCE PROJECT’ – PM BROWNE HAILS OPENING OF PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
- Runtime
- 3:25
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda's National Performing Arts Centre has been officially opened, in a major milestone in efforts to boost the country’s cultural and creative industry.
The edifice in the heart of St John's represents a transformation of the Deluxe Cinema, in a project led by the National Housing and Urban Renewal Company.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- ‘I’M JUST REALLY HAPPY’ – CREATIVES WELCOME NEW PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
- Runtime
- 2:54
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Two of Antigua and Barbuda’s leading creatives have expressed their delight with the opening of the new National Performing Arts Centre in St John’s on Friday.
Zahra Airall and Tavia Hunte spoke with ABS News in the afterglow of the centre's official opening Friday morning.
Nicola Barriteau reports.
- Title
- MINISTER TURNER REFLECTS ON CHALLENGES WITH PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE PROJECT
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Minister for Social and Urban Transformation and chairman of National Housing, Hon. Rawdon Turner, reveals the team behind the new Performing Arts Centre came close to admitting they could not complete the project.
Minister Turner recalls being overwhelmed by the scale of the work and fearing the facility would not be ready in time.
At one point, the situation became so daunting that he and his team considered taking their concerns directly to Prime Minister the Right Honourable the Right Honourable Gaston Browne.
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- ECONOMIST WARNS OF IMPACT OF EXTERNAL SHOCKS ON A&B
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Economist Professor C. Justin Robinson says uncertainty over the future of revenues from the Citizenship by Investment Programme and rising global energy prices are creating new risks for Antigua and Barbuda's economy.
He says these external factors have weighed on growth, with economic expansion now projected to slow slightly to 2.4 per cent this year.
Prof. Robinson told ABS’ Antigua and Barbuda Today that the 2026 growth forecast has been revised down from 2.8 per cent.
Prof. Robinson also warned that higher global energy prices could have a more pronounced impact next year.
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- SENIOR NETBALLERS PREPARE FOR ‘BATTLE OF THE ISLES’
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda’s senior netball squad is preparing for the 10th annual "Battle of the Isles" tournament to be held in St. Maarten from October 28 to November 1.
Captain Tanya Greene and vice captain Everdine Parker- Barnard have spoken to ABS Sports about their preparations and expectations for the tournament.
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- SIDS CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE OFFICIALLY OPENED IN A&B
- Runtime
- 2:59
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- The SIDS Centre of Excellence has been officially opened in Antigua and Barbuda, in a fulfilment of one of the key commitments from Antigua and Barbuda’s historic hosting of the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States two years ago.
The first debt-support initiative has already attracted the participation of two vulnerable states.
The grand opening was held at St James's Club on Thursday evening, where the centre's leaders emphasising that its success will ultimately be measured by results.
Jamie Roacher reports.
- Title
- ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY OCTOBER 23RD 2026
- Runtime
- 41:16
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY OCTOBER 23RD 2026
- Title
- BOE AND RICHIE’S SHOOTERZ TRIUMPH IN ABBA PLAYOFFS QUARTERFINALS
- Runtime
- 1:36
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Defending Playoff Champions Board of Educations and Richie's Shooterz booked their spot in the Semi Finals of the Cool & Smooth ABBA Business Basketball League Playoffs on Wednesday night.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- ‘WE MUST NEVER BE SMALL IN OUR AMBITION’ – SEN. SHAQUAN O’NEIL
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Government senator Shaquan O'Neil is encouraging young Antiguans and Barbudans to pursue their ambitions without allowing the country's size to limit their goals.
He was delivering welcome remarks at Thursdays National Youth Rally.
The legislator said independence gives young people the freedom to dream and the responsibility to help shape their country's future.
- Title
- PRECISION, PRIDE AND PATRIOTISM AT NATIONAL YOUTH RALLY
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Primary and secondary school students displayed their talent and national pride at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium during the National Youth Rally on Thursday.
The traditional march-past recognized outstanding young people as Antigua and Barbuda prepares to celebrate its 45th anniversary of independence on November 1.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
- Title
- AGS AND OCS LIFT SPECIAL DRILLS AND CHEERLEADING TITLES
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Antigua Grammar School and Ottos Comprehensive School won the special drills and cheerleading competitions respectively during the National Youth Rally at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.
- Title
- ALMOST 5,000 OVERSEAS DELEGATES TO CONVERGE ON A&B FOR CHOGM
- Runtime
- 3:02
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Close to 12,500 people have so far registered for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), set for November 1 - 4 in Antigua and Barbuda.
Almost five thousand of those registered are from overseas, as the twin-island state finetunes preparations for its historic hosting of the biennial meeting.
Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. E.P. Chet Greene provided the updates during a town hall meeting Wednesday evening.
The meeting focused on how the country will manage the arrival of thousands of delegates while minimising disruption to everyday life.
Jamie Roacher reports.
- Title
- NATIONAL YOUTH RALLY, LIVE FROM THE SIR VIV. RICHARDS CRICKET STADIUM. (THURSDAY 22nd OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 3:32:35
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- NATIONAL YOUTH RALLY, LIVE FROM THE SIR VIV. RICHARDS CRICKET STADIUM. (THURSDAY 22nd OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- CHOGM TOWNHALL MEETING LIVE (WEDNESDAY 21st OCTOBER 2026)
- Runtime
- 2:09:00
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- CHOGM TOWNHALL MEETING LIVE (WEDNESDAY 21st OCTOBER 2026)
- Title
- ‘NORMAL BUSINESS WILL GO ON’ – POLICE ALLAY FEARS OF EXPANSIVE LOCKDOWN FOR CHOGM
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is reiterating its assurance that there will be no islandwide shutdown of commercial activities during the country’s historic hosting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), from November 1 – 4.
Head of major events, Superintendent Elson Quammie provided an update during the first in a series of town hall meetings at John E. St Luce Finance and Conference Centre on Wednesday evening.
