ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Wednesday August 28th 2024)

The ICC have revealed the revamped fixtures for the Women's T20 World Cup set to be staged in Dubai and Sharjah. Joel Rayne reports.

Records tumbled in the Prime Minister's Cup at the North Sound Raceway over the weekend. Sharife Sergeant reports.

Young Antiguans and Barbudans have been recognized for their involvement in 'A Challenge for Everyone' (ACE) Summer Camp. The two-week camp concluded in grand style at the Sandals Grande Antigua Resort on Sunday. Myrtle Bruno Hodge reports.

Efforts are intensifying to ensure improved performances by the nation's students in the crucial subject of Mathematics. There has been regionwide concern about the performance in the subject, following the release of the latest Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Examinations. Briana Anthony reports.

Education Minister, Hon. Daryll Matthew and his top officials led discussions with stakeholders on Tuesday about improving outcomes during the upcoming school year. Briana Anthony reports.

The Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association is engaged in filming for another instalment in its ‘Unveiling Hospitality Professionals’ series. The series has been turning the spotlight on trailblazing members of the industry. Patrice Martin reports.

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Tuesday August 27th 2024)

Chief of Defence Staff, Telbert Benjamin has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier. The promotion follows the advice of the country's Defence Board, chaired by Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne, and in accordance with the Defence Act. While the rank of Colonel is the entry rank for holders of the post of Chief of Defence Staff, this promotion is deemed a fitting honour for the army man's dedication and service. Briana Anthony reports.

The Under-14 Benna Boys are back home following their participation in the Caribbean Football Union's under-14 Challenge Series held in Trinidad Sharife Sergeant reports.

The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are fine-tuning their preparations for the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League starting in Antigua on Thursday. Jack Matthew reports.

There were top finishes for Antiguans in the 10th AUA Rohrman Classic at Morris Bay and Ffryes over the weekend. Sharife Sergeant reports.

The Chief of Defence Staff was among five members of the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force to receive promotions during a ceremony at Government House on Monday. They spoke with ABS News about their delight with being elevated to the new ranks. Briana Anthony reports.

Teachers, counsellors and students have begun receiving training under the Conflict Resolution Programme. The initiative was launched in schools in March 2024 as part of the High Court’s mediation committee's efforts to combat violence in schools. Kim Emmanuel Baird reports.

Member of the National Youth Parliament for St. John's Rural South, Chrysean Jarvis hosted a major Health Expo in the constituency on Sunday. Residents benefitted from various health checks. Terry Andrew reports.

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ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Monday August 26th 2024)

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Former Premier Division Champions Sandals Inet Jennings Grenades are going through their final paces ahead of the Caribbean Football Union Club Championship in the Dominican Republic. Sharife Sergeant reports.