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One dead as Antigua confirms two imported malaria cases
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (539+ words) One of two travellers who arrived in Antigua and Barbuda with malaria has died, the Ministry of Health confirmed on Friday, as it simultaneously moved to strengthen the country's defences against the Ebola outbreak affecting parts of Central and East…...
Super 40 final heads to historic ARG
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (176+ words) The postponed Super 40 Final between defending champions, the New Winthorpes Lions and Empire Nation, will be contested on Saturday at the historic Antigua Recreation Grounds (ARG). This is according to the President of the Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association (ABCA),…...
Peetron to perform on international stage
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (331+ words) Peetron Thomas, a local multi genre artiste, has been nominated for the 29th Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards in the International Male Soloist category. During an interview with Observer Media, Thomas reflected on the moments leading up to receiving the news....
Man gets four years for having gun and cache of ammo
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (287+ words) A Sutherlands man has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found with an unlicensed gun and more than 100 rounds of ammunition. Daquan George, who is in his early 30s, was sentenced before Justice John Spencer in the High…...
Da Project and Flyers sweep opponents to reach D1 basketball playoffs
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (330+ words) Da Project and Flyers will play in the finals of the Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association (ABBA) Division 1 Playoffs after both taking unassailable two-nil leads in their best of three semifinals series on Sunday night. Playing in the feature game…...
Young gospel artist thrills audience at Mother's Day event
1+ week, 2+ day ago (525+ words) By Dr Noel Howell Twelve-year-old Antiguan gospel artist'Enoch Thomas'brought worship, emotion, and celebration together on Mother's Day as supporters, families, church leaders, and community members gathered at Green Castle Ranch for a special banquet honoring mothers while supporting the young…...
Rodney avoids T20 Premier League questions as tournament's future reportedly uncertain
1+ week, 3+ day ago (374+ words) The President of the Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association (ABCA), Leon "Kuma" Rodney, has seemingly taken a hands off approach regarding the Antigua and Barbuda T20 Premier League. Rodney, while speaking on the Good Morning Jojo sports show, bluntly asked that…...
CHOGM correspondents "eager" to serve
1+ week, 3+ day ago (303+ words) The four youth representatives chosen for the CHOGM Youth Correspondence programme expressed their delight and eagerness regarding their latest positions. During an appearance on State Media, they gave an overview of how they intend to use their roles. Lutrell John…...
Henry credits hard work, Athanaze hoping for an upset as ABCA's Super 40 Final looms
1+ week, 4+ day ago (150+ words) By Neto Baptiste" " Captain of the New Winthorpes Lions cricket team and former national player Nino Henry has credited hard work and dedication for their success this season. Speaking following their semifinals triumph over rivals Liberta Blackhawks in the Antigua…...
Derrick Edwards: Former player and coach backs return to ARG and community-based top-flight football
1+ week, 4+ day ago (295+ words) Former national footballer and head coach of the Grenades FC Derrick "Pretty" Edwards is supporting calls for the game's return to the historic Antigua Recreation Grounds (ARG). Edwards, who played much of his club football at the iconic venue in…...