An interactive radio show is set to help children learn about crucial matters related to health and the environment. The Ecofit radio programme is set to begin October 7. Shannakisha Francis reports.

Caricom leaders have thrown their support behind the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS, ABAS, during their recent presentations at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The ABAS was the outcome document from the fourth conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4), hosted by Antigua and Barbuda in May. It charts the course for the 39 SIDS around the world to achieve resilient prosperity over the next decade. Barbados’ Prime Minister, Mia Mottley and St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister, Dr Ralph Gonsalves were among those who joined Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne in calling for global support for the 10-year framework.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines captured the title in the ECCB International Netball Series in St. Lucia on Sunday night. The Vincentians had an unblemished record on their way to top honours. Jack Matthew reports.

Guyana Amazon Warriors advanced to qualifier one in the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League, despite losing to Trinbago Knight Riders Sunday night. Jack Matthew reports.

National youth ambassadors of Antigua and Barbuda have unveiled plans to empower their peers and address worrying issues faced by some young people. One of these projects includes a decryption programme. This aims to teach soft skills such as communication and aims to reduce substance use and abuse. National Youth Ambassador Jahmaal Frederick says there is also a plan for a Schools' Parliament debate.

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Monday September 30th 2024)

ABS EVENING NEWS (LOCAL SEGMENT & WEATHER REPORT) 29.9.2024

The 2024 Cool & Smooth Inter-schools football season was launched on Friday in the Conference Room at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Officials and schools are looking forward to the intense competition and the emergence of new stars. Jack Matthew reports.

The mixed results continued for Antigua and Barbuda on Thursday in the ECCB International Netball Series in St. Lucia. Jack Matthew reports.

St Mary’s Secondary School in Bolans held its 15th Commemoration Day service on Friday, marking a major milestone in its development. The event was held at the Mount Zion Baptist Church in Golden Grove New Extension. Briana Anthony reports.

Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney is urging residents to heed warnings and stay indoors, if a tropical cyclone threatens the country for the remainder of this hurricane season. He points to the dangers of venturing out too soon. Jamie J. Roacher reports.

Three Clare Hall Secondary students were still being questioned by police late Friday afternoon, after a second-form student was allegedly spotted with a gun on the compound mid-morning Friday. The scare resulted in a disruption of classes, as police converged on the institution to carry out an intensive search. The weapon has still not been found. Chaneil Imhoff reports.

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Friday September 27th 2024)

There was another defeat for Antigua and Barbuda on Thursday at the ECCB International Netball Series in St. Lucia. The Antiguans went under 56-31against Cayman Islands. Hours earlier, goal-shooter Reyana Regis was in high-scoring form as Antigua & Barbuda crushed Anguilla. Jack Matthew reports.

Defending champions Princess Margaret are gearing up to defend their title, as the countdown continues to the opening of the Boys Under 16 Inter-Schools Football Season. Sharife Sergeant has been watching them in training:

The Board of Education has donated supplies and equipment to the Paediatric Department at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, aimed at enhancing the experience for children. Briana Anthony reports.

The wholesale price of locally-produced eggs will be $13.00 per dozen for the next 45 days. Members of the cabinet gathered on Wednesday to consider a report by Agriculture Minister, Hon. Anthony Smith Jr on the matter. He is chairing a working group appointed by cabinet to review the proposed wholesale price increase on locally produced eggs. Following a meeting of this working group with representatives from the Layer Farmers Association, an agreement was reached to work collaboratively to facilitate an in-depth review and analysis of the pricing of locally produced eggs. Minister Smith spoke with ABS News:

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Thursday September 26th 2024)

St Lucia’s double Olympic medalist Julien Alfred has returned home to a rapturous welcome at the Hewanorra International Airport. Alfred won the 100 meters and claimed silver in the 200m at the Paris Games. Sharife Sergeant reports.

First responders are standing ready to do their part to ensure public safety as the Atlantic Hurricane Season continues. Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services teams are on high alert, ready to handle whatever the season brings. Jamie J. Roacher reports.