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EXERCISE RESILIENCE HAILED A SUCCESS AS PREPARATIONS INTENSIFY FOR CBF

Title: EXERCISE RESILIENCE HAILED A SUCCESS AS PREPARATIONS INTENSIFY FOR CBF
Runtime: 1:52
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Sections of Antigua and Barbuda have been abuzz with activity as Exercise Resilience were conducted on Monday.
The operation tested the country’s readiness to host the Commonwealth Business Forum, which will be held this November, alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Convoys criss-crossed the streets en route to the Coolidge Cricket Grounds, the location for the business forum.
Organizers have hailed the initiative as a success, as they continue to fine-tune preparations.
Philana Johnson reports.

FRANKLIN CARBON MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO BODYBUILDING STAGE

Title: FRANKLIN CARBON MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO BODYBUILDING STAGE
Runtime: 2:09
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Franklin Carbon has proven yet again that age is just a number.
Carbon, who will turn 60 at the end of August, tells ABS Sports his keys to success, as he copped the title of 2026 Mr Antigua at the 59th Annual Bodybuilding Championships.
Terry Andrew reports.

ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 10th AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 10th AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 33:12
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 10th AUGUST 2026)

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday August 20th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday August 20th 2026)
Runtime: 11:55
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Monday August 20th 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 42:16
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 30:16
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: THE VILLAGE PAGEANT 1990
Runtime: 1:57:34
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: THE VILLAGE PAGEANT 1990

ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 58:50
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST 2026)

A&B FINETUNES PREPARATIONS FOR REGIONAL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Title: A&B FINETUNES PREPARATIONS FOR REGIONAL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Runtime: 2:26
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Antigua and Barbuda’s men’s and women’s volleyball squads are preparing for the upcoming Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Championships, set for August 12-16 in the British Virgin Islands.
The men’s team is seeking a fourth straight title, while the women are also aiming for the top spot.
Terry Andrew reports.

ORGANIZERS OF COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM BULLISH ON INVESTMENT PROSPECTS

Title: ORGANIZERS OF COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM BULLISH ON INVESTMENT PROSPECTS
Runtime: 2:11
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The committee planning the upcoming Commonwealth Business Forum is set to transform the investment landscape in Antigua and Barbuda.
The forum will be held November 2-4, 2026, alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, CHOGM.
Raghib Apparicio reports.

IMANI SINCLAIR RECEIVES COMMONWEALTH TRUST AWARD

Title: IMANI SINCLAIR RECEIVES COMMONWEALTH TRUST AWARD
Runtime: 2:08
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Antiguan Imani Sinclair is among over a dozen youth from the Caribbean to receive a 2026 Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust Young Leaders Award.
Sinclair was conferred with the honour at Government House Friday morning, saying she hopes the award is a reminder to other youth from small island developing states that “our size does not limit our influence.”
Raghib Apparicio reports.

SIR LUTHER WYNTER PRE-SCHOOL IS NOW GOVERNMENT-OWNED

Title: SIR LUTHER WYNTER PRE-SCHOOL IS NOW GOVERNMENT-OWNED
Runtime: 0:21
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The government has officially acquired the Sir Luther Wynter Pre-school, following a decision by cabinet earlier this year.
Education Minister, Hon. Daryll Matthew made the disclosure during an interview with ABS News on Friday.
The government's move to acquire the institution follows the University of the West Indies Global Campus’s indication that it would no longer be able to continue supporting the school.

AB TODAY - CARLON KNIGHT & JENIECE ST. ROMAIN - CHOGM BUSINESS FORUM SIMULATION EXERCISE

Title: AB TODAY - CARLON KNIGHT & JENIECE ST. ROMAIN - CHOGM BUSINESS FORUM SIMULATION EXERCISE
Runtime: 25:21
Date posted: 1 month ago
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ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday August 7th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday August 7th 2026)
Runtime: 15:46
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Friday August 7th 2026)

ROAD TO CHOGM (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ROAD TO CHOGM (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 1:35:41
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ROAD TO CHOGM (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)

TALENTED TABLE TENNIS PLAYERS REACT TO CAC EXPERIENCE

Title: TALENTED TABLE TENNIS PLAYERS REACT TO CAC EXPERIENCE
Runtime: 1:49
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Antigua and Barbuda's rising table tennis stars, Stuti Kashyap and Mekhi Simmons, have reflected on their experience at the Central America and Caribbean Games in the Dominican Republic.
They have spoken with ABS Sports about the lessons they learned during the championships, after being defeated by El Salvador in mixed doubles this week.
Terry Andrew reports.

POLICE COMMISSIONER ISSUES FRESH WARNING TO CRIMINALS

Title: POLICE COMMISSIONER ISSUES FRESH WARNING TO CRIMINALS
Runtime: 0:36
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Police Commissioner Everton Jeffers has spoken with ABS News in the wake of a brazen shooting in St John’s City on Thursday, which left two men hospitalised.
The police chief is also reiterating his stern message to those behind gun crimes in the country.

HIGH-LEVEL PROBE LAUNCHED IN THE WAKE OF DARING ST JOHN’S SHOOTING

Title: HIGH-LEVEL PROBE LAUNCHED IN THE WAKE OF DARING ST JOHN’S SHOOTING
Runtime: 1:05
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: A shooting in the heart of the commercial district has left two men injured and has triggered a high-level police probe.
The incident happened around midday Thursday, as the brazen shooters opened fire in the vicinity of the West Bus Station.
The two men were rushed to hospital, but the extent of their injuries is not immediately clear.
Philana Johnson reports.

TRAFFIC CHANGES FOR THOSE EXITING VCBIA DURING EXERCISE RESILIENCE ON AUGUST 10

Title: TRAFFIC CHANGES FOR THOSE EXITING VCBIA DURING EXERCISE RESILIENCE ON AUGUST 10
Runtime: 0:53
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The police have outlined a comprehensive plan for next Monday's Exercise Resilience, which will test the country's readiness to host the Commonwealth Business Forum alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in November.
Unlike in exercise stronghold in July, there will be no lockdowns for this latest simulation.
However, there will be some traffic changes, including for motorists exiting the V.C Bird International Airport.
This will apply during the hours of Exercise Resilience, which will be conducted between 11am and 7pm next Monday, August 10.
This will simulate what will happen in November, as the country hosts the prestigious Commonwealth Business Forum at Coolidge Cricket Grounds or Sticky Wicket.
The forum will attract top business leaders from around the world, providing networking opportunities for local businesses.
Head of the police's traffic department, Superintendent Elson Quammie explains.

ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 57:16
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (THURSDAY 6TH AUGUST 2026)

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Thursday August 6th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Thursday August 6th 2026)
Runtime: 9:41
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Thursday August 6th 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 5TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 5TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 57:56
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (WEDNESDAY 5TH AUGUST 2026)

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Wednesday August 5th 2026)

Title: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Wednesday August 5th 2026)
Runtime: 8:35
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Wednesday August 5th 2026)

CARNIVAL TUESDAY (TUESDAY 4TH AUGUST 2026)

Title: CARNIVAL TUESDAY (TUESDAY 4TH AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 6:36:49
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: CARNIVAL TUESDAY (TUESDAY 4TH AUGUST 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 3rd AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 3rd AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 33:50
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (MONDAY 3rd AUGUST 2026)

JOUVERT MORNING IN ANTIGUA (Monday August 3rd 2026)

Title: JOUVERT MORNING IN ANTIGUA (Monday August 3rd 2026)
Runtime: 3:47:25
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: JOUVERT MORNING IN ANTIGUA (Monday August 3rd 2026)

The 𝐈𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬, LIVE FROM CARNIVAL CITY, ST. JOHN'S. (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)

Title: The 𝐈𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬, LIVE FROM CARNIVAL CITY, ST. JOHN'S. (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 5:40:56
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: The 𝐈𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬, LIVE FROM CARNIVAL CITY, ST. JOHN'S. (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)

ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 35:51
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SUNDAY 2nd AUGUST 2026)

Title: SIC PANORAMA (SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 5:00:08
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: SIC PANORAMA (SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026)

Hon. Gaston Browne Emancipation Day 2026 Address

Title: Hon. Gaston Browne Emancipation Day 2026 Address
Runtime: 13:03
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Hon. Gaston Browne Emancipation Day 2026 Address

ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026)
Runtime: 29:40
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026)

PM BROWNE WARNS ABOUT RISK OF ‘ECONOMIC RECOLONIZATION’ IN EMANCIPATION MESSAGE

Title: PM BROWNE WARNS ABOUT RISK OF ‘ECONOMIC RECOLONIZATION’ IN EMANCIPATION MESSAGE
Runtime: 12:28
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Prime Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne has used his national address to mark Emancipation Day to call attention to enduring inequalities in political and economic power around the world, nearly two centuries after the abolition of slavery.
He says, “Too often, asymmetries of political and economic power are deployed to constrain sovereign policy choices.” He cautions that, “These practices risk becoming modern instruments of economic recolonization, perpetuating dependency in place of genuine partnership and shared prosperity.”
Prime Minister Browne says the call for reparatory justice is even more compelling in this global context, noting that it is neither “an appeal for charity, nor an exercise in assigning inherited blame.”
The head of government adds, “Repair requires taking meaningful measures to address structural inequalities produced” by slavery and colonialism.
Slavery was legally abolished across the British West Indies on A...

CAVALIER CALYPSO MONARCH (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)

Title: CAVALIER CALYPSO MONARCH (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)
Runtime: 6:13:47
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: CAVALIER CALYPSO MONARCH (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)

CARNIVAL FLASHBACK - 1996 CALYPSO MONARCH COMPETITION

Title: CARNIVAL FLASHBACK - 1996 CALYPSO MONARCH COMPETITION
Runtime: 1:50:41
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: CARNIVAL FLASHBACK - 1996 CALYPSO MONARCH COMPETITION

EVANGELICAL ALLIANCE HOLDS ISLANDWIDE ‘PRAYER-CADE’ THIS SUNDAY

Title: EVANGELICAL ALLIANCE HOLDS ISLANDWIDE ‘PRAYER-CADE’ THIS SUNDAY
Runtime: 1:34
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: The Antigua and Barbuda Evangelical Alliance will host its annual Prayer-cade on Sunday, August 2, in celebration of Emancipation Day.
The alliance says the islandwide motorcade will begin at 3:30pm at the Old Parliament Building, with nine other stops to pray for communities and the nation.
First vice president of the ABEA, Rev. Michael Aubrey, says there will be ten stops across the nation, during which divine intervention will be sought to address various challenges affecting the nation.
He says one of the stops will be at Pot Works Dam, where members will pray for more rains to address the ongoing drought.

ANTIGUAN SWIMMER ALANDRA DUBLIN AWARDED IN NEW YORK

Title: ANTIGUAN SWIMMER ALANDRA DUBLIN AWARDED IN NEW YORK
Runtime: 0:13
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Antiguan and Barbudan Swimmer Alandra Dublin has been creating waves in the State of New York.
Dublin was awarded the Wingate Award from the Public School Athletic League.
The national Swimmer received the honour for being the Most outstanding Athlete in her discipline across all 5 Boroughs of New York.
She says she was surprised at receiving the accolade.

A&B HOTELS EARN PRESTIGIOUS NOMINATIONS IN GLOBAL AWARDS

Title: A&B HOTELS EARN PRESTIGIOUS NOMINATIONS IN GLOBAL AWARDS
Runtime: 1:53
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Eight hotels in Antigua and Barbuda have earned a combined nine nominations in the 2026 World MICE Awards, which recognise excellence in business and events tourism.
The nominations have further burnished the country’s brand as a marquee host for large conferences and international delegations, ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting this November.
Shannakisha Francis reports.

FIFTEEN PARTICIPANTS COMPLETE 6-WEEK INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME AT APUA

Title: FIFTEEN PARTICIPANTS COMPLETE 6-WEEK INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME AT APUA
Runtime: 3:00
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: The Antigua Public Utilities Authority has concluded its six-week Summer Internship Programme, with officials praising the participants not only for what they learned, but for the ideas they contributed.
Fifteen young people have completed the latest iteration of the programme with practical experience, stronger professional networks and a clearer understanding of the working world.
They participated in the closing ceremony at The People's Place on Friday.
Shannakisha Francis reports.

NEW SELF-SERVICE KIOSKS IMPROVE PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AT VCBIA

Title: NEW SELF-SERVICE KIOSKS IMPROVE PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AT VCBIA
Runtime: 2:27
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Major technological upgrades are underway at V.C. Bird International Airport to improve the experience for passengers.
The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority has provided more details on the roll-out of its new self-service kiosks, which it says are improving security, speed and convenience.
Philana Johnson reports.

PM BROWNE URGES RESIDENTS TO GET REGULAR EYE EXAMINATIONS

Title: PM BROWNE URGES RESIDENTS TO GET REGULAR EYE EXAMINATIONS
Runtime: 0:27
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Prime Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne is encouraging residents to take advantage of expanded eye care services being introduced in Antigua and Barbuda, as the government seeks to reduce preventable blindness.
The head of government says too many people live with undetected vision problems, and early screening and treatment can make a significant difference in preserving eye health.
Prime Minister Browne is therefore urging citizens and residents to make regular eye examinations a routine part of their healthcare.
He was speaking on Thursday at the launch of the Prime Minister’s Vision Initiative.
As part of the first phase, residents aged 40 and over will be able to access vision screenings at designated clinics.
Twenty-five thousand pairs of reading glasses will be distributed to people with presbyopia, a common age-related condition that makes it difficult to see things up close.
Those with other vision problems will be referred for f...

‘I CAN READ PROPERLY NOW’ – BENEFICIARIES PRAISE PRIME MINISTER’S VISION INITIATIVE

Title: ‘I CAN READ PROPERLY NOW’ – BENEFICIARIES PRAISE PRIME MINISTER’S VISION INITIATIVE
Runtime: 1:54
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: The distribution of reading glasses free of cost under the Prime Minister's Vision Initiative began in earnest at Villa Polyclinic on Friday, with beneficiaries expressing their delight.
Thousands of residents over the age of 40 will benefit from the initiative in the coming months, as the distribution of 25,000 reading glasses continues.
The initiative brings together the Government, Cure Blindness Project, VisionSpring, and RestoringVision.
Hilesha Humphreys reports.

ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)

Title: ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)
Runtime: 1:01:41
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: ABS EVENING NEWS (FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026)

PM BROWNE PRAISED FOR ‘STEADFAST COMMITMENT’ ON EYE HEALTH

Title: PM BROWNE PRAISED FOR ‘STEADFAST COMMITMENT’ ON EYE HEALTH
Runtime: 0:33
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Prime Minister the Right Honourable Gaston Browne has been praised for elevating the issue of eyecare to the global stage.
The commendation came from chief global affairs officer of RestoringVision, Amb. Keisha McGuire, as the Prime Minister’s Vision Initiative was launched at Villa Community Centre on Thursday.
She praised Prime Minister Browne for elevating this issue if vision care onto the global stage.
As part of the first phase, residents aged 40 and over will be able to access vision screenings at designated clinics.
Twenty-five thousand pairs of reading glasses will be distributed to people with presbyopia - a common age-related condition that makes it difficult to see things up close.
Those with other vision problems will be referred for further care.

PRIME MINISTER’S VISION INITIATIVE TO PROVIDE THOUSANDS OF READING GLASSES

Title: PRIME MINISTER’S VISION INITIATIVE TO PROVIDE THOUSANDS OF READING GLASSES
Runtime: 2:41
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Thousands of residents are to receive reading glasses free of charge, as the Prime Minister’s Vision Initiative has been officially launched.
The programme is a major partnership, aimed at expanding access to eye care services and eyeglasses across the twin-island state.
The initiative brings together the government, cure blindness project, VisionSpring, and RestoringVision, with 25,000 pairs of reading glasses to be distributed over the next few months.
The initiative was launched at the community centre at Villa Polyclinic on Thursday.
Elesha George reports.

MELISSA SEAFORTH INVITED TO SEVENTH BIKINI FITNESS WORLD CHAMPS

Title: MELISSA SEAFORTH INVITED TO SEVENTH BIKINI FITNESS WORLD CHAMPS
Runtime: 1:55
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: IFBB PRO Ambassador Melissa Seaforth will represent Antigua and Barbuda in the 2026 World Championships in Bikini Fitness in Spain, later this year.
Seaforth had intended to take a break this year form the competition, but sprang into action after being invited to the prestigious competition.
Terry Andrew reports.

ANTIGUAN FOOTBALLER KEYONTE GEORGE TO SIGN WITH PORTUGUESE CLUB

Title: ANTIGUAN FOOTBALLER KEYONTE GEORGE TO SIGN WITH PORTUGUESE CLUB
Runtime: 0:58
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Antigua and Barbuda U20 striker Keyonte George is to sign with Primeira Liga club Casa Pia A.C Portugal.
He tells ABS Sports he is delighted to embark on this new opportunity in another country.
Terry Andrew reports.

ENGLAND APPOINT FORMER KIWI CAPTAIN AS NEW TEST CRICKET COACH

Title: ENGLAND APPOINT FORMER KIWI CAPTAIN AS NEW TEST CRICKET COACH
Runtime: 1:14
Date posted: 2 months ago
Description: Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming has been appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root returning as captain.
Sharife Sergeant reports.