ABSTVANTIGUA
ATTACKING SAINTS SECURE EMPHATIC VICTORY IN ABFA PREMIER DIVISION
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- ATTACKING SAINTS SECURE EMPHATIC VICTORY IN ABFA PREMIER DIVISION
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Attacking Saints were in the winning column on Tuesday in the ABFA Premier Division, with a 4-1 victory over Jennings United.
Terry Andrew reports.
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- PRIVATE SECTOR GROUP IN ST LUCIA TO IMPORT WATER FROM DOMINICA
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A private-sector led initiative in St Lucia is moving to import water from Dominica, as the country faces a severe dry spell during its peak tourist season.
The St Lucian government has also launched an emergency inter-agency task force.
Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre Provided an update on the unfolding crisis this week.
(Video credit: HTS News Force).
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- POLICE SEEKS FBI’S ASSISTANCE IN REVIEWING ‘COLD CASES’
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Federal Bureau of Investigations in the United States has been contacted to assist in reviewing several cold cases being reviewed by the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda.
Cold cases refer to matters under investigation which remain unsolved after many years.
The update was provided during a news conference at the Police's American Road headquarters on Tuesday.
Garfield Burford reports.
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- POLICE TO IMMEDIATELY BEGIN ARRESTING PEOPLE WHO SMOKE IN PUBLIC PLACES
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Police are warning they will be prosecuting people who are breaking the law by smoking either tobacco or marijuana in public places.
Those in breach face a fine of up to $2,000, upon summary conviction.
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Albert Wade, says he is deeply concerned about this widespread practice.
DCP Wade says the grace period is over and now is the time for strict enforcement.
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- ADULTS FOUND IN COMPANY OF MISSING MINORS FACE ARREST – POLICE COMMISSIONER
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Police are assuring they have taken action against adults who are found in the company of missing minors, who are not their relatives.
Commissioner Everton Jeffers provided the update during a news conference on Tuesday, as he was asked about probes into reports of missing children, especially girls
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- OPENING HOURS TO BE EXTENDED AT FOUR CLINICS
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Four community clinics will extend their opening hours starting on April 1 this year.
Health Minister Hon. Sir Molwyn Joseph made that disclosure on Tuesday, indicating the aim is to increase access to primary healthcare and ease the strain on Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.
The four health centres which will open from 8am to 9pm are: Grays Farm, Browne’s Avenue, Clare Hall and Villa Polyclinic.
The extended opening hours will provide primary healthcare access to people who may not be able to visit a clinic during regular working hours.
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- GOVERNMENT IN MOTION (MONDAY 9TH MARCH 2026)
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- 1:04:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GOVERNMENT IN MOTION (MONDAY 9TH MARCH 2026)
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- SPECIAL SETTING FOR NATIONAL WOMEN DAY AFTERNOON SESSION
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- 1:59:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- SPECIAL SETTING FOR NATIONAL WOMEN DAY AFTERNOON SESSION
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- SPECIAL SETTING FOR NATIONAL WOMEN DAY
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- 1:42:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- SPECIAL SETTING FOR NATIONAL WOMEN DAY
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- DANIEL ANTONIO SHINES IN ARM-WRESTLING CHAMPS
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Antigua and Barbuda's Daniel Antonio powered his way to quadruple gold at the North American Arm-Wrestling Championships in Canada over the weekend.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- FC ASTON VILLA TROUNCE JOHN HUGHES FC IN ABFA PREMIER DIVISION
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- FC Aston Villa recorded a massive win over John Hughes FC in the ABFA Premier Division on Sunday.
There was also a chaotic end to the encounter between Green City and Old Road.
Terry Andrew reports.
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- YOUNG WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP DEBATE CANNABIS LAW IN PARLIAMENTARY SITTINGS
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda's second Young Women in Leadership parliamentary sitting put youth voices front and centre inside the nation's Parliament, on the heels of International Women’s Day.
This year's cohort tackled a hot-button national issue: whether cannabis legislation should be reviewed through a human rights and gender-responsive lens.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
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- A&B CELEBRATES COMMONWEALTH DAY AS COUNTDOWN TO CHOGM CONTINUES
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- King Charles III is highlighting the untapped potential for increased trade among the 56 nations of the Commonwealth.
His message was delivered on Monday as Antigua and Barbuda joined 55 other nations in celebrating Commonwealth Day.
Dignitaries joined students in activities extoling the power of culture and connections across oceans.
Garfield Burford reports.
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- ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 9TH MARCH 2026)
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- 44:30
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 9TH MARCH 2026)
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- Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey extends Commonwealth Day Greetings
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- In a riveting message, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Her Excellency Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has wished Commonwealth Day greetings to the over 2-billion people of the bloc.
She says although many are questioning if the Commonwealth can deliver stability, fairness, and opportunity, Botchwey is adamant the grouping can still deliver on this year's celebratory theme 'Unlocking Opportunities Together for a Prosperous Commonwealth'.
The Commonwealth Secretary General reminds constituents of the 56 sovereign states the Commonwealth was built on partnership, equality, and shared prosperity. She says the bloc's shared interest, common values, and joint action are needed now more than ever.
More in the ABS News.
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- ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 8TH MARCH 2026)
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- 31:45
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 8TH MARCH 2026)
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- ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2026)
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- 39:05
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2026)
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- COOKING MAGIC (FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2026)
- Runtime
- 25:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- COOKING MAGIC (FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2026)
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- HADEED SIGNS PRO PKG
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- DRAKE HADEED SIGNS FOR SPANISH FOOTBALL CLUB
Antiguan footballer Drake Hadeed has signed a professional contract with Primera Federacion Club Antequera CF in Spain.
The 18-year-old could debut as early as next month and is aiming to help his side gain promotion to La Liga 2.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- GOVERNMENT’S NEW CONCRETE BLOCK-MAKING PLANT TO CUT CONSTRUCTION COSTS, CREATE JOBS
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A new concrete block-making plant will begin operating within weeks in North Sound, helping National Housing to cut costs on subsidized homes, while also making lower-cost blocks available to the public.
Officials say the facility is also set to create jobs for up to 25 people.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
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- SHOULD LOCAL LAW CRIMINALIZE MARITAL RAPE? – LEGAL OFFICIALS OPINE
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The thorny issue of marital rape has again emerged in the national discourse ahead of the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8.
Women in the legal profession used a forum at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus to call for greater protections and possible law reform.
Elesha George reports.
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- A&B AND BARBADOS DISCUSS DEEPENED COOPERATION
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- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Barbados’ High Commissioner to Antigua and Barbuda, David Comissiong, is discussing practical areas for deeper cooperation between the two Caricom states.
He raised the issues during a courtesy call with Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne on Friday.
They explored a range of issues, from air connectivity and tourism to reparations and economic empowerment.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
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- JUSTICE (THURSDAY 5TH MARCH 2026)
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- 55:32
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- JUSTICE (THURSDAY 5TH MARCH 2026)
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- YOUNG BENNA BOYS WELCOMED HOME AFTER PROGRESSING IN UNDER-20 TOURNEY
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The National Under-20 footballers returned to the island on Thursday after topping their group to advance to the final stage of the Concacaf tournament in Costa Rica.
Sports Minister, Hon. Daryll Matthew, joined members of the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association, kit sponsors Cool and Smooth as well as parents to welcome the squad back home.
Terry Andrew reports.
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- ‘GAME-CHANGER’ - GOVERNMENT TAKES CONCRETE STEP TO DRIVE HOUSING CONSTRUCTION
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The government has announced that its new concrete block-making plant in North Sound is to turbocharge the construction of affordable homes nationwide.
National Housing and Urban Renewal Company will begin operating the new concrete block-making plant in within weeks.
Social and Urban Transformation Minister and chairman of National Housing, Hon. Rawdon Turner, says this will significantly reduce the cost of this crucial component in the construction of homes.
Members of the public will also be able to benefit by purchasing concrete blocks from the plant at discounted prices.
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- COMMITTEE PROPOSES INCREASE TO NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE
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- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Government is reviewing recommendations for a possible increase to the national minimum wage.
Officials say the current rate of $9.00 per hour no longer reflects the rising cost of living, but additional consultations are expected before any final decision is made.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- NEW LAND EXCHANGE INITIATIVE TO ACCELERATE HOUSING CONSTRUCTION
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Cabinet has approved a new initiative aimed at expanding access to affordable housing across Antigua and Barbuda.
The programme will allow government to acquire privately-owned plots on an exchange basis and redevelop them for housing.
The Land Exchange and Redevelopment Programme (LERP) is projected to yield over 600 plots for housing development.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- ECONOMIST WARNS OF POTENTIAL PRICE PRESSURES ON THE CARIBBEAN FROM MIDDLE EAST WAR
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Economics professor C. Justin Robinson says the US-Israeli bombardment of Iran and the retaliatory strikes by Iran across the Gulf region present significant economic risk for Antigua and Barbuda and other countries of the Caribbean.
The principal of the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus says the longer the war continues, the greater the risk of imported inflation in the region, as well as shocks to tourism and supply chains.
The economist says this is yet another example of the Caribbean being on the receiving end of global crises, though not participating in them.
Prof. Robinson spoke with ABS News on Wednesday.
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- ROMAN HILL TRIUMPH IN INAUGURAL NETBALL TOURNAMENT
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Roman Hill Legacy emerged as winners of the inaugural Cool and Smooth-Auto Craze President's Cup at the YMCA on Tuesday night.
Terry Andrew report.
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- CMC DONATES CRUCIAL EQUIPMENT TO SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Central Marketing Corporation is continuing its support for the healthcare sector with a donation to Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre on Wednesday.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- BENNA GIRLS FINE-TUNE PREPARATIONS FOR CLASH WITH GUYANA AT SVRS
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Antigua and Barbuda’s Benna Girls are on a mission to get their first win in the CONCACAF Women's Championship when they face Guyana at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday.
Terry Andrew has a preview.
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- FRO FEST CELEBRATES IDENTITY WITH ‘SUNFLOWER AND CURLS’ THEME
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Organisers of this year’s Fro Fest are beaming with delight, as they welcomed a large turnout for the event highlighting natural hair, identity and the pride that comes with it.
The festival was a fitting culmination to Black History Month.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.
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- FAMILIES THANK GOVERNMENT AFTER RECEIVING BUILDING MATERIALS FREE OF COST
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- More vulnerable families are benefiting from the distribution of building materials under the government's expanded Home Advancement Programme for the Indigent (HAPI) initiative.
Three families in the Point community were the latest to receive assistance on Sunday, under the government's social assistance programme.
The initiative is helping individuals to improve the condition of their homes, after the government purchased the materials for over XCD$1 million last year.
Theresa Goodwin reports.
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- GOVERNMENT EYES HIGH-END TOURISM INVESTMENT AT BARNACLE POINT
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne says government is exploring funding options for a proposed mega yacht marina at Barnacle Point.
He says the luxury-focused project could help turbocharge Antigua and Barbuda’s evolution toward a high-end tourism model.
Jamie Roacher reports.
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- CWI PRESIDENT PRAISES TEAM’S PERFORMANCE AT ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Cricket West Indies president, Dr Kishore Shallow, has described the team’s ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign as a pivotal moment for the resurgence of Caribbean cricket.
Dr Shallow praised the regional cricketers after their exit from the tournament at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- JOSEPH AND SEAFORTH COP TOP HONOURS AT NATIONAL SPORTS AWARDS
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- West Indies fast-bowler Alzarri Joseph and Bikini Fitness PRO athlete Melissa Seaforth have been named Sportsman and Sportswoman of the year respectively.
They received the accolades at the 2025 National Sports Awards held at AUA Conference Centre on Sunday night.
Sharife Sergeant reports.
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- GOVERNMENT WELCOMES EFFORTS BY PROPERTY OWNERS TO IMPROVE BUILDINGS IN ST JOHN’S
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Some business owners in St John's are responding to the government's call to improve the condition of their buildings.
Minister for Social and Urban Transformation, Hon. Rawdon Turner, says he is encouraged by the steps already taken by several proprietors to upgrade and enhance their properties, as part of a wider push to revitalise the city's aesthetics.
Theresa Goodwin reports.
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- Hear Dis Yah!
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- STUDENTS EXPLORE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE AT ANNUAL EXPO
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Several students flocked to the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre on Thursday for the Agriculture Ministry’s second annual career exposition.
They learned of the scores of careers in the crucial sector, in what officials hope will plant seeds of interest to reinvigorate the sector’s human capital.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.
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- SWELLS ERODE SECTIONS OF FORT JAMES BEACH
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The southern end of Fort James Beach bears the tell-tale signs of severe erosion, following huge swells earlier this month.
Director of the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services Dale Destin describes the impact as “unprecedented.”
Elesha George reports.
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- US IMPLEMENTS PARTIAL TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS FOR NEW VISA APPLICANTS
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The United States has sharply tightened visa terms for nationals of Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica, who are applying for new non-immigrant visas.
Under a revised temporary reciprocity schedule published by the US Department of State, several visa categories now come with much shorter validity and tougher entry limits, including a refundable bond.
Those applying for several categories of new visas will find that what was once a 10-year, multiple-entry visa will be granted a single-entry visa valid for three months, provided they receive a national interest exception.
However, those who hold valid US visas are not affected by these changes.
ABS News reactions Friday afternoon from Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne.
Garfield Burford reports.
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- PRIME MINISTER BROWNE REACTS TO US MOVE TO EASE OIL BLOCKADE ON CUBA
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne has welcomed the United States' decision to ease the oil blockade on Venezuelan oil exports to Cuba.
The US has said it will allow the resale of some Venezuelan oil to Cuba in a move that could ease the island's acute fuel shortages.
The move was announced this week as neighbouring countries raised the alarm over a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation caused by Washington's oil blockade.
Prime Minister Browne spoke exclusively with ABS News on Friday.
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- JUSTICE - ADOPTION AND CHILD PROTECTION(THURSDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2026)
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- 1:00:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- JUSTICE - ADOPTION AND CHILD PROTECTION(THURSDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2026)
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- CABINET PRESS BRIEFING (Thursday February 26th 2026)
- Runtime
- 48:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- CABINET PRESS BRIEFING (Thursday February 26th 2026)
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- VIGIL HELD IN MEMORY OF EUSTACE ‘TECO’ LAKE
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A candle-light vigil in Golden Grove Wednesday evening provided an opportunity for several individuals to reflect on the life and legacy of former St John’s Rural South Member of Parliament, Eustace ‘Teco’ Lake.
Lake died last week after a period of illness.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
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- PM BROWNE OPTIMISTIC ON CLICO-BAICO PAYOUT DEAL AFTER TALKS WITH T&T PM
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne is confident a resolution will be reached on Trinidad and Tobago's outstanding payment to former policyholders of CLICO and BAICO in Antigua and Barbuda and the rest of the OECS.
Port-of-Spain has already paid 40 per cent of an agreed US$100 million compensation package, following the collapse of the entities nearly two decades ago.
Prime Minister Browne discussed the issue in bilateral talks with his Trinidad and Tobago counterpart, Kamla Persad Bissessar in St Kitts this week.
Nicola Barriteau reports.
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- WITNESS REVEALS NAME OF MAN ALLEGED TO HAVE ORDERED HIT ON NIGEL CHRISTIAN
- Runtime
- 3:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The prosecution's key witness in the Nigel Christian murder trial has said one of the accused killers named Raymond Yhap as the one who gave the contract to kill Christian.
In another dramatic revelation in court on Thursday, the same witness has revealed police had advance knowledge of the plot to kill Christian.
These have been the most explosive claims yet in the ongoing trial.
Jamie J. Roacher reports.
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- MET SERVICE SET TO GET NEW PURPOSE-BUILT OFFICE
- Runtime
- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service is set to get a climate-resilient, purpose-built headquarters, as cabinet has approved the project in principle.
The update comes as officials push to strengthen the country's early warning systems and modernize services.
Shannakisha Francis reports.
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- GOVERNMENT PROPOSES 3-MONTH IMMIGRATION AMNESTY TO BEGIN IN APRIL
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The government is proposing to begin a three-month amnesty in April this year.
The matter is set to be debated in Parliament within weeks, with clear eligibility criteria to be laid out.
Elesha George reports.
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- FAMILY OF SLAIN MAN DEMANDS JUSTICE AS PROBE CONTINUES
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Police are continuing a high-level probe into the murder of 42-year-old Dalton Cornwall of Jennings.
He was fatally stabbed on Wednesday, while his 9-ear-old son was with him in his car.
A suspect from Green Bay remains in custody.
His distraught family is calling for a review of laws to address instances of violence perpetrated by individuals who may be affected by mental health challenges.
Theresa Goodwin reports.
