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Antigua and BarbudaAndre Spencer covers politics & security for 1WG's Antigua and Barbuda desk.
Antigua and Barbuda-Politics-The Antigua and Barbuda government has ordered that all outstanding bills related to the upcoming Carnival celebrations and Independence day be paid by this Friday. The decision comes amidst ongoing economic challenges facing the country, which have been exacerbated by declining tourism revenue and increased costs associated with hurricane damage.
Antigua and Barbuda-Politics-The inaugural Poppy Run event hosted by Antigua and Barbuda's ABDF recently brought together locals during Carnival and Independence celebrations. The festive occasion raised an impressive $8,000 for the Ex-Servicemen Association, a vital support group for veterans who have served in the country's military forces.
Antigua and Barbuda-Crime-The Royal Police Force Marks Fifth Anniversary of Corporal Clifton Common’s Killing
Antigua and Barbuda-Entertainment-William Henry Launches New Book to Support Library's After-School Programme
Antigua and Barbuda-Politics-Staff members at the Office of National Drug Control and Money Laundering Policy (ONDCP) in Antigua and Barbuda walked off the job on [date], citing hazardous working conditions and public health concerns. The unprecedented industrial action has brought operations to a grinding halt, raising questions about the effectiveness of the country's counter-narcotics efforts.
Antigua and Barbuda-Crime-The brutal shooting on a rural farm in Antigua and Barbuda has sent shockwaves through the island's already fragile social fabric. As part of the country's complex web of historical ties with the UK, Antigua and Barbuda has navigated a delicate dance between its desire for self-governance and its economic reliance on the British market.