Daily Archives: Jun 14, 2018
Gov't says Petro Caribe Board denies pulling back on region
A story that originated from the online news agency Platts, and which is now circulating on other regional news sites, is being described as...
Drug charges dismissed against Antigua and Barbuda football officials
Derrick "Pretty Boy" Edwards, assistant coach and Danny Benjamin, equipment co-ordinator, both of the Antigua and Barbuda Football team, walked free of drug charges...
Several companies support marriage equality in Bermuda
HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jun 14, CMC – More than 50 companies across Bermuda have come out in support of same-sex marriage, joining a list of “diversity friendly” businesses.
Italy and France try to patch up migrant row, draw papal rebuke
ROME (Reuters) - European neighbors Italy and France tried to patch up a row over immigration on Thursday as Pope Francis urged politicians everywhere to work together on helping refugees and respect their dignity.
Civilians flee bombardment as Arab states pound Yemen port
ADEN (Reuters) - Arab warplanes and warships pounded Houthi positions in Yemen’s Hodeidah for a second day on Thursday, as a Saudi-led alliance tried to seize the main port in the largest battle of a war that has created the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
Pompeo says North Korea sanctions to remain until complete denuclearization
SEOUL/BEIJING (Reuters) - Tough sanctions will remain on North Korea until its complete denuclearization, the U.S. secretary of state said on Thursday, apparently contradicting the North’s view that the process agreed at this week’s summit would be phased and reciprocal.
Cop shot at gambling shop
Two masked gunmen held up a bar early this morning, robbing patrons and shooting a policeman in the process.
More horses to vie for Triple Crown second leg
The hot streak of thoroughbred Scrumpum will face additional challenges when the Antigua Turf Club hosts the second leg of the Antigua Triple Crown...
School custodians to receive half pay during summer break
The Ministry of Education is re-introducing reduced wages for school custodians during the summer break because according to the government department, the compounds are not being cleaned properly in preparation for the opening of school.
Bus association head supports dress code for drivers
The president of the Antigua and Barbuda Bus Association supports the Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board's decision to enforce a dress code on bus drivers.