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Hodges Bay man robbed at gunpoint on South Street
By Staff WriterA Hodges Bay man was robbed of his wallet, mobile phone and cash after being confronted by two men, one apparently armed with a gun, on South Street on Tuesday night.According to reports, the incident occurred at about 11 p.m. on 27 October as the man was walking…
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Doctor warns uncontrolled blood pressure is driving severe strokes
By Kisean Josephkisean.joseph@antiguaobserver.comStroke remains one of Antigua and Barbuda’s top five causes of death, with uncontrolled high blood pressure contributing to an increase in severe cases and related disabilities, a local doctor has warned as World Stroke Day was…
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Government says over US$70,000 spent on child’s medical care
By Staff WriterThe government said it has provided more than US$76,000 in direct medical costs for an ill child, including specialised treatment overseas and visits by a neurosurgeon.The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs issued a statement…
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Pringle calls for fuel subsidies to keep bus fares affordable
By Staff WriterOpposition Leader Jamale Pringle is calling on the government to provide fuel subsidies for bus operators, saying rising costs should not be passed on to parents.In a press statement issued on October 29, the United Progressive Party (UPP) warned that removing the…
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Environmental protest planned at three sites during CHOGM
By Staff WriterEnvironmental protests are being planned at three locations in Antigua from November 2 to 4, as the country hosts the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).The demonstration will focus on responsible development, marine conservation, public beach access…
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Young Benna Boys pick up first win at FIFA U-15 World Cup
By Neto BaptisteThe Antigua and Barbuda Boys’ Under-15 Football Team picked up their first win at the ongoing FIFA Under-15 World Cup and Festival being held in Azerbaijan when, on Wednesday, they defeated the British Virgin Islands (BVI) 3-0.Playing at the Hovsan Competition…
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Rangers win in First Division while Wadadli United earn Second Division draw
By Neto BaptisteThe recently demoted Ottos Rangers enjoyed a welcome 2-0 victory over former top-tier champions Five Islands when they met in the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association’s First Division on Wednesday.There were goals on either side of the break with Junior…
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Richie’s Shooterz puts BoE under pressure with crucial game one victory
By Neto BaptisteRichie’s Shooterz took control of the best-of-five Business Basketball League play-off finals against defending champions the Board of Education (BoE), taking a 1-0 series lead when they met at the JSC Basketball Complex on Wednesday night.Shooterz, having…
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Antigua and Barbuda off to dominant win in Battle of the Isles netball tournament
By Neto BaptisteTeam Antigua and Barbuda opened their Battle of the Isles netball tournament with a huge 64-point triumph over Saba, claiming the contest 71-7 at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium in St Maarten on Wednesday night.Goal shooter Erverdine Parker-Barnarde led Antigua…
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Loss of confidence in LICB leadership stalls AGM and elections, says Powell
By Neto BaptisteSeveral attempts by the Leeward Islands Cricket Board (LICB) to convene its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elections have failed amid a reported loss of confidence in the current leadership by a majority of its members.That is according to Nevis Cricket…