Antigua and Barbuda

A fire broke out at His Majesty’s Prison shortly before 4 p.m., with officials saying preliminary information suggests the deceased inmate started the blaze inside his cell.

Antigua Cruise Port is among 10 nominees for Caribbean’s Best Cruise Terminal 2026, with the winner to be announced at the World Cruise Awards in Jamaica on October 14.

The cinema announced an indefinite closure to improve its facilities, while separate reports say health officials shut its canteen following sanitation concerns. The company has not linked the two events.

The royal tour will begin in The Bahamas on October 27 before continuing to Guyana and Antigua and Barbuda, where the couple will attend the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest gasoline and diesel prices among ECCU members in July, while also ranking second for the lowest cooking gas prices.

Antigua and Barbuda is considering tougher minimum sentences for serious firearm and sexual offences, including cases involving children and repeat offenders.

The November 1 ceremony will formally recognise Sir Eric Burton and Arthur Nibbs, two former Barbuda parliamentarians whose public service contributed to the island’s political and economic development.

The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service is warning of possible flooding, heavy rainfall and gusty winds as a tropical wave moves closer to the Lesser Antilles this weekend.

Antigua and Barbuda’s Meteorological Service is monitoring two tropical waves in the Eastern Atlantic that could develop as they move westward towards the Caribbean, with no immediate threat to land.

The annual Perseid meteor shower lit up skies across Antigua and Barbuda overnight on August 12-13, with the dark new-moon sky providing favourable conditions for viewing.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has instructed C.O. Williams Construction to repair defective sections of recently resurfaced roads at the contractor’s own cost following complaints about the work.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne said several people have been detained following a security breach in which a government cheque was allegedly stolen and altered from $900 to $2,900.

Saint Lucia Kings opened their CPL 2026 campaign with a four-run victory over Antigua and Barbuda Falcons after defending 187 for 8 at Arnos Vale Stadium.

Antigua Cruise Port officials welcomed passengers and crew as local vendors, taxi operators, tour companies and businesses prepared for increased activity during the ship’s visit.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne said Antigua and Barbuda has addressed all US security concerns surrounding its Citizenship by Investment Programme and is seeking a review of the visa restrictions imposed on its citizens.

The new self-service kiosks allow departing passengers to print both boarding passes and baggage tags, reducing reliance on traditional check-in counters and improving the overall airport experience.

The US$50 million airfield rehabilitation project at V.C. Bird International Airport has reached a major milestone with the completion of runway paving, while final works remain on track for September.

Public Works employees staged a protest outside Prime Minister Gaston Browne’s office over unpaid wages, overtime and job security before holding talks with the Prime Minister.

The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission said the parade has been rescheduled to July 29 after thunderstorms and persistent rainfall created unsafe conditions along the planned route.

Meteorologists have warned that heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds could disrupt Carnival festivities, urging residents and visitors to monitor weather updates and seek shelter when lightning is present.