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By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com The first witness in a rape trial is expected to be called to the stand to give testimony in the High Court today. While no evidence was presented yesterday, the prosecution opened the trial and stated the facts of the case before the matter was adjourned.…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com The latest ‘Small Business Pull-Up’ on Saturday was the largest and most vibrant since the United Progressive Party (UPP) launched the initiative four weeks ago. UPP candidate for St John’s Rural South, Gladys Potter, led a large convoy of supporters through Ottos, Golden Grove and Nut…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com “Wonderful”, “kind” and “beautiful” are some of the adjectives used to describe the victim of Antigua and Barbuda’s latest road fatality. Family members confirmed to Observer that the body of 85-year-old Greta Barton, affectionately known to many as “Dolly”, was identified at a funeral home yesterday…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com Controversy surrounding on-air comments about a government minister has been called an “isolated issue.” That statement was made by United Progressive Party (UPP) candidate for St George, Algernon ‘Serpent’ Watts, who defended comments made towards St. Mary’s South MP, Samantha Marshall on August 29. UPP Candidate…

A body thought to be that of a male resident has been found among the rubble of a horrific house fire that broke out on Wednesday night. The deceased is believed to be Cleon “Punkashe” Williams, whose home in Ivy Lane, Gambles, was completely destroyed by flames. According to reports,…

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has updated its travel advisory effective August 29, 2022 to facilitate the smooth movement of passengers to and from the country. Antigua and Barbuda has benefitted from a highly successful strategy of mass vaccinations, quick detection of imported and community-spread infections, and proactive publi...

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com The role religion still plays in policymaking decisions and voting patterns has been evaluated by a panel of experts. Backlash could be observed on social media last month from individuals who adhere to certain religious doctrines following the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court ruling which essentially overturned…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com Antigua and Barbuda will make history next year by hosting a major tourism conference billed as a key networking event to exchange industry trends and opportunities. The Global Tourism and Hospitality Conference will be hosted by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) and affiliate member the…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com A family has been left to mourn the life of a young man which was tragically brought to an end early Wednesday morning. Police confirmed 22-year-old Ti-Jon James of English Harbour was pronounced dead following a traffic collision on the Sir Sydney Walling Highway around 11pm…

By Makeida Antonio makeida.antonio@antiguaobserver.com The 14th Annual Watchnight Gathering has been described as an “invigorating, thought-provoking, entertaining, and honouring” exercise. On the eve of July 31st, scores of residents attended the event held at Botanical Gardens to mark the 188th Anniversary of Emancipation from Slavery, and paid homage to our…