Amara Campbell

The Machico Drive fire is the latest in a series of major blazes reported across Antigua this year, with emergency crews responding to fires at commercial properties, public facilities and heavy equipment.

The captain and at least one crew member of the MV Barima tested positive for narcotics as investigators continue examining possible safety failures behind the ferry disaster.

The revised passenger count, based on surveillance footage, has pushed the confirmed death toll in the MV Barima tragedy to 53.

The cancellations followed severe thunderstorms across the U.S. Northeast, which triggered FAA ground stops and widespread flight disruptions, affecting JetBlue services between New York and St. Kitts.

Kelly Williams, the youngest victim recovered from the MV Barima disaster, was identified after rescue teams located her body. Her parents remain among the 83 people still missing.

Police and the Antigua and Barbuda Coast Guard are investigating social media claims that human remains were found underwater off Parham Dock, but say they have not yet verified the reported location.

Anthony admitted to four counts of fraudulent conversion involving clients' travel funds. Sentencing is scheduled for 25 September, when the High Court will consider the extent of the financial losses.

The collision sank one vessel and left another badly damaged, with 14 survivors rescued and several seriously injured.

Young said Trinidad and Tobago was right to provide humanitarian assistance after Venezuela's earthquakes but stressed that recent diplomatic exchanges do not resolve the wider issues between the two countries.

The seven-night voyage from St. Thomas to San Juan will combine luxury yacht cruising with rum tastings, island excursions and cultural experiences, offering travellers a deeper look into the Caribbean’s heritage.

Celebration Key welcomed an average of 6,500 visitors a day during its first year, making it one of the Caribbean’s busiest cruise destinations while boosting tourism and economic activity in Grand Bahama.

Authorities have widened the search area, deployed divers and air support, and launched multiple investigations after the MV Barima capsized off Guyana's coast, with concerns raised over passenger records and crew conduct.

Scientists recorded 94 small earthquakes over the past week near Dominica's volcanic system, but authorities say the alert level remains Yellow and there is no indication of an imminent eruption.

British Airways cancelled a flight from Saint Lucia to Guyana after technical problems were identified during pre-departure checks, leaving passengers stranded for hours before alternative travel arrangements were announced.

JetBlue will end its New York-Antigua service later this year as part of a wider network restructuring, reallocating aircraft to support expanded operations from Fort Lauderdale while offering affected passengers rebooking or refund options.

Running from July 19 to 26, Goûté Domnik will feature Restaurant Week, a One Pot Challenge and fixed-price menus as Dominica promotes its Creole cuisine, local ingredients and culinary tourism.

Fortinet's latest threat report found that Jamaica recorded 5.4 million cyberattack attempts in the first half of 2026, as cybercriminals increasingly use artificial intelligence and automation to target vulnerable systems.

The Pantasy Steel Band from Telford will headline the Llanfyllin Show on August 8, joining a packed programme of live music, shearing contests, BMX displays, horse events and family entertainment.

The promotion offers discounted one-way fares between Trinidad and Orlando for bookings made from July 14 to 16, with travel valid between July 15 and August 31, subject to availability.

US health officials are investigating whether contaminated fresh produce is behind the outbreak, although no specific food item or supplier has been identified as the source of the infections.