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Daily Archives: Sep 26, 2018

Guyana wants re-commitment to multilateralism

Guyana Wednesday called for a renewal in multilateralism and re-affirmed its sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence as critical elements to peace. Addressing a meeting...

Government maintains position on oil refinery as union hold talks with oppostion

The Trinidad and Tobago government Wednesday maintained its position to shut down the oil refinery at the state-owned oil company, PETROTRIN, even as the...

Invasive alien species threat to small island states-Minister

A regional workshop on preventing costs of invasive alien species (IAS) in the Caribbean began here on Wednesday with Barbados warning that IAS are...

Nanton names slate for anticipated basketball elections

Presidential hopeful ahead of next month’s general elections for the Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association (ABBA) Kebra Nanton, on Tuesday, announced an eight-member slate comprising four other people currently serving on the executive.

Sir Andy: I am not surprised at Law’s resignation

Former West Indies fast bowler and one of four knighted former cricketers here, Sir Andy Roberts, said he was not surprised by the resignation of Australian Stuart Law as coach of the senior men’s team.

Modric named best male player and Marta best female player at FIFA awards

Luka Modric was named the world’s best male player at the Best FIFA Football Awards in London.

Cornwall To Press On Despite Senior Team Omission

Antiguan all-rounder Rahkeem “Jimbo” Cornwall continues to question his non-selection to the senior Windies squad but adds he will continue to impress with both bat and ball as he pursues his ultimate dream of competing at the highest level.

EDITORIAL: A patriot

Today, Antigua and Barbuda is poorer for the loss of George “Rick” James.  As a man of great talents, there are many descriptors that can be attached to his persona, however, one stands out, and that is the title of “patriot.”  He was a man who believed in something and would not be distracted from doing that which he thought was right.  No matter which side of the argument you were on with him, he demanded a high level of respect for any stance he took.

Caribbean countries in the forefront to eliminate TB

Caribbean countries have the lowest incidence of tuberculosis (TB) and are on the road to elimination, the Pan American Health Organisation/World Health Organisation (PAHO/WHO) said Tuesday.

Labour Department bids farewell to long-time staff member

Dependable, confidential, humble and a woman of integrity were just some of the words used to describe Deputy Labour Commissioner B. Jacinta Daley, who proceeded on pre-retirement leave on Tuesday after dedicating over 30 years to the civil service.
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