This time around ‘You For a Day’ host Steve 'Ibis' Freeland Jr discovers a passion for tennis. Watch as he schools his competitors in hand-tennis.

ABS EVENING NEWS (LOCAL SEGMENT & WEATHER REPORT) 7.4.2024

Antigua and Barbuda and other Caribbean countries are on high alert as weather experts predict a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season for 2024, as various phenomena are set to create a perfect storm. Colorado State University researchers foresee an extremely active year, with a forecast of 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes and 5 major hurricanes of 115-mph winds or stronger. Forecasters say the 2024 outlook was the most extreme prediction for named storms that the University has ever issued. Meteorologist at the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services, Orvin Paige explains the factors which are driving the ominous forecast.

The Government says the necessary steps are being taken to remove the country from the European Union's list of non-co-operative jurisdictions for tax purposes. Top officials from various agencies were invited to cabinet on Thursday to discuss the matter, as the authorities seek to stave off the economic ripple effects. Jamie J. Roacher reports.

A major investigation has been launched in the wake of the grim discovery of human skeletal remains in the Yepton's area Friday afternoon. Investigators will be awaiting forensic analysis to determine the identity of the individual, and are asking for the public's patience as the probe intensifies. Garfield Burford reports.

Creative Industries Minister, Hon. Daryll Matthew is eagerly looking forward to this year’s Carnival festivities, assuring that Antiguans and Barbudans will be pleased with the offerings in the cultural showpiece. He spoke with ABS News exclusively on Wednesday, as the launch of the summer festival draws closer. Patrice Martin reports.

The Government has resumed discussions for the refurbishment of the Sunshine Hub Car Park have resumed. Cabinet is considering re-energising the project with new resources to make the space useable, having ordered an examination of the structure. The top floor is assigned as the future home for Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Services, ABS TV/Radio, while other floors will be used to ease parking difficulties in St. John's. The Government says monies had previously been set aside, prior to the onset of COVID-19, but were diverted to tackle the pandemic.

ABS EVENING NEWS (LOCAL SEGMENT & WEATHER REPORT) 5.4.2024

After Tenia boosted his confidence Steve 'Ibis' Freeland Jr spends this episode of You For a Day making his debut as a soca artiste.

Have you ever wondered what it would take to be a school bus driver? In this episode of You For a Day we watch as Steve 'Ibis' Freeland Jr gets schooled by the Antigua & Barbuda Transport Board.

Follow along as our host, Steve 'Ibis' Freeland Jr learns in the ins and outs of being a member of the Public Works team. Watch as him build a sidewalk and resurface a road in this episode of You For a Day.

Four members, including the 3 medalists, returned to the twin-island state on Tuesday after their exploits at the Carifta Games in Grenada. Here’s more in this report.

ABS EVENING NEWS (LOCAL SEGMENT & WEATHER REPORT) 3.4.2024

Public Utilities Minister, Hon Melford Nicholas has reiterated the Government's objective for a Hybrid Energy system for the sister island of Barbuda. This entails relying on solar energy in the day and battery and fossil fuels at night.

Approximately 600 property owners have expressed interest in renting accommodation to delegates attending next month's 4th SIDS Conference. Director of Policy and Planning at the Ministry of Tourism St. Clair Soleyn is coordinating with the property owners. Theresa Goodwin reports.

One of the expectations is that the SIDS-4 Conference will pave the way for increased investment in Small Island Developing States. So says Antigua & Barbuda’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Tumasie Blair. Ercil Charles JR. Reports.

The Central Board of Health is intensifying efforts to eradicate the breeding sites for the Aedes Aegypti mosquito, the vector for dengue and other diseases. Theresa Goodwin reports.

Tourism Minister, Hon Charles Fernandez is bullish on the prospects for an increase in the country’s roomstock from pending tourism projects.

Antigua and Barbuda’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Tumasie Blair, is encouraging locals to look out for conference delegates once they arrive on island, saying he expects hospitality of the highest standard.