There is an infusion of excitement in this weekend’s entertainment scene as several events captivate the attention of residents nationwide. Cricket, comedy and the countdown to carnival take centre-stage in ABS’ Entertainment Weekly. Patrice Martin reports.

President of Good Humans 268, Joshuanette Francis is buoyed by the benefits of the recent SIDS4 conference held in Antigua. Hilesha Humphreys reports.

The National Youth Parliament Association of Antigua and Barbuda wants intensified national focus on curbing Non-Communicable Diseases, NCDs. The nation's youth parliamentarians signaled their seriousness by debating mock legislation on this issue on Friday. Raghib Apparicio reports.

Tourism Minister, Hon. Charles Fernandez says the country is increasingly reaping the benefits of the Government's investments in the cruise sector. His comments come in the wake of Antigua Cruise Port securing nominations in two categories for the prestigious World Cruise Awards. Raghib Apparicio reports.

The winning streak of West Indies came to a screeching halt as Phil Salt led England to a Super 8 victory in the T20 World Cup Wednesday night. The defending champions won by 8 wickets at the Darren Sammy Stadium in St. Lucia. Sharife Sergeant reports.

India made a great start to the Super 8 phase of the 2024 T20 World Cup, securing victory over Afghanistan. Jack Matthew reports.

Government is considering giving new fathers who are non-established public sector workers one week of paternity leave when their wives or girlfriends they live with give birth. The matter elicited intense discussion in cabinet on Wednesday. Philana Johnson reports.

Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne has praised Antigua and Barbuda’s strong partnership with the United Kingdom, as he welcomed Resident British Commissioner, John Hamilton for a courtesy call on Thursday. Prime Minister Browne and the British diplomat discussed crucial matters of mutual interest to both states, including climate change. Raghib Apparicio reports.

There is strong condemnation of an attack on an 81 year old Swetes resident who was physically assaulted during a pre-dawn robbery at his home on Thursday. The man says he fought back against his two armed attackers, kicking one of them. Garfield Burford reports.