As the ICC T20 World Cup draws closer, work is progressing to get the facilities ready here in Antigua for the global showpiece. Jack Matthew has been taking a close look at the preparations.

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Ambassador Usain Bolt is helping to build momentum for the global showpiece to be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States. The Jamaican was present along with cricket legends and New York sports icons on a visit to the Nassau County Cricket Stadium in the United States. Joel Rayne reports.

Attorney General and Minister for Public Safety, Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin, is assuring the public that decisive action is being taken to address criminal activities. Jamie J Roacher reports.

The American University of Antigua is assuring it is on track to having facilities ready in time for the fourth Conference on Small Island Developing States, starting on May 27. ABS’ Raghib Apparicio has been given an exclusive update.

The Legal Affairs Ministry will be intensifying its clampdown on people who damage or destroy public property. Legislative measures are being crafted which will require compensation from those convicted of such offences. Garfield Burford reports.

The United States Embassy for Barbados the Eastern Caribbean is hoping Antiguan and Barbudan students will take advantage of growing opportunities in the field of music. The Embassy recently facilitated a musical masterclass for budding musicians. Terry Andrew reports.

Attorney General and Public Safety Minister, Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin is assuring of intensified security arrangements for both the SIDS4 conference and the ICC T20 World Cup. There has been concern in the wake of a warning issued by a group that supports the so-called Islamic State about a possible terror attack on the T20 World Cup. The global showpiece will be held in the West Indies and the United States June 1 to 29. Theresa Goodwin reports.

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Northside Stingerz convincingly defeated Defending Playoff Champions Flyers Basketball Tuesday night to stay alive in the ABBA Division One Playoff Finals. Sharife Sergeant reports.

Livestock farmers in Antigua and Barbuda are among those who will benefit immediately as the leading animal feed exporter in the sub-region announces significant price reductions on its East Caribbean feeds brand. East Caribbean Group of Companies has announced the decision to lower prices on animal feeds by up to 10 percent, in a move welcomed by Agriculture Minister, Hon. E.P. Chet Greene. Chief executive officer of ECGC, J. Robert Cato explains the reasons for the price cut.

St Andrews Primary School's Nia Hill has become the first-ever winner of the national leg of the Primary School Chinese-Bridge Competition. As a result, she has booked her trip to the People's Republic of China. Raghib Apparicio reports.

United Kingdom celebrity chef, Andi Oliver visited the British High Commission on Wednesday and tasted the culinary creations of two local chefs. ABS’ Philana Johnson was also present and was celebrated by the Commission on her successful completion of the Caribbean Investigative Journalism Fellowship.

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Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney has reacted to concerns about the latest tactics by gangs across the Caribbean. Rodney, who is also president of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police, ACCP, was asked about comments from head of the Caricom Implementation Agency for Crime and Cecurity (IMPACS), Lieutenant Colonel Michael Jones. Jones told the Cayman Compass publication that Caribbean cartels are using music promoters and performers as a front for organised crime, as part of their latest malign actions across the region.

A top United Nations official has expressed full support for the global Multi-Dimensional Vulnerability Index recently unveiled by Prime Minister, Hon. Gaston Browne. ABS has spoken exclusively with Senior Advisor to Small Island Developing States at the United Nations Office for Project Services, Dr. Simona Marinescu. Her comments come amidst lingering concern over access to development financing for Small Island Developing States such as Antigua and Barbuda. Ercil Charles Jr reports.

A man has gone from being a correctional officer to an inmate at His Majesty's Prison. Briana Anthony reports.

Prime Minister, Hon. Gaston Browne and Sports Minister Hon. Daryll Matthew have received West Indies replica shirts ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. They were presented with the shirts by head coach Daren Sammy and Brandon King. They were special guests at the Coolidge Cricket Grounds where members of the squad have been in training. Prime Minister Browne imparted words of encouragement and inspiration to the men in maroon.

Antigua & Barbuda's newest IFBB Elite Pro Shaquelle Thomas was among a number of Bodybuilders who returned on Monday after a successful showing at the Roger Boyce Classic. Sharife Sergeant reports.

Antigua and Barbuda is celebrating the crucial role of nurses with the launch of a week of activities on Monday. The focus of this year’s Nurses’ Week is: "Our Nurses, our future, the economic power of care". Theresa Goodwin reports.