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New safety rules and strong bookings ahead of Antigua Carnival 2025
Antigua News Room
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June 19, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda is set to introduce stricter safety measures for Carnival 2025, officials have confirmed. Cabinet Spokesperson Maurice Merchant outlined new rules for parade trucks, including bans on...
US warns of expanded travel ban that could affect key African markets
ICEF Monitor
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June 19, 2025
"The United States is considering restricting entry to citizens of an additional 36 countries in what would be a significant expansion of the travel ban announced by the Trump administration early this month," reports The Washington Post. The...
Canadian fashion designer George Sully inspires local designers during visit to Antigua
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 19, 2025
Toronto-based fashion designer and entrepreneur George Sully, while vacationing in Antigua last week, met with three local designers to explore creative exchange and cross-border collaboration. Sully connected with Miranda Askie of Miranda Askie...
Nationals of 2 countries on US travel ban list approved as Grenada citizens
Now Grenada
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June 19, 2025
by Linda Straker 44 new approved Grenada citizens came from Egypt, while 38 came from Syria Syria and Egypt among 36 countries on US travel ban list St Lucia, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, and St Kitts and Nevis also on US travel ban list...
ABTA STRATEGIZES FOR UPCOMING TOURISM SEASON AMIDST GLOBAL CHALLENGES
ABS Antigua & Barbuda
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June 19, 2025
Tourism officials are confident that the country’s growing profile as a hub for major international events will keep travel numbers robust, despite deepening global tensions and geopolitical uncertainties. Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority...
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10 Summer Travel-Friendly Outfit Ideas That Look Designer, But Cost Less Than $50
Real Simple
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Whether you're planning an upcoming vacation or you're preparing a capsule wardrobe you can rely on for several occasions this season, dressing for your destination is essential. Do yourself a favor and prevent overpacking by relying on a handful...
US threatens 36 more countries with travel bans — mapped
The Times
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The Trump administration has given dozens of countries an ultimatum to improve the vetting of their travellers to the US or risk being blacklisted. The State Department identified 36 countries in danger of joining the 12 already subject to US...
Cabinet Approves Plan to Establish Ethical Stem Cell Manufacturing in Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua News Room
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June 19, 2025
CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda, as part of its strategic efforts to develop the Wellness Tourism sector, has taken a policy decision to initiate the process for the manufacturing of stem cells within the country. The Honourable...
Hotel occupancy reaches 90 per cent for Antigua Carnival
Antigua News Room
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June 19, 2025
CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet welcomed the Chairman, Deputy Chairman, and a member of the Festivals Commission for an update on the preparations for Antigua’s Carnival 2025, which will be held from July 25 to August 5 under the theme “Itz A Vibe.”...
US Travel Restrictions and Caribbean Concerns: A Developing Story
Win Media SKN
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June 18, 2025
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—Reports of a leaked United States State Department memo have sent ripples of concern across the Eastern Caribbean, notably impacting St. Kitts and Nevis and its citizens, amid fears of potential travel...
Live updates: Kalen DeBoer previews 2025 Alabama football season at SEC Media Days
AL.com - Alabama
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July 16, 2025
Kalen DeBoer held his press conference at SEC Media Days on Wednesday morning in Atlanta. The Alabama football coach spoke to reporters at the College Football Hall of Fame in his second SEC Media Days appearance since taking the job to replace...
Four Caribbean Islands Among 36 Countries Targeted For New US Travel Ban
Nationwide 90FM
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June 18, 2025
Spokesperson for the US State Department, Tammy Bruce, has confirmed that President Donald Trump is considering a travel ban targeting 36 countries. This includes four in the Caribbean. The Washington Post has reported that the four are Antigua...
US confirms travel review; St Kitts and Nevis seeks clarity
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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The United States has confirmed plans to expand travel restrictions to 36 additional countries—including four in the Caribbean—according to a State Department briefing on Tuesday. Spokesperson Tammy Bruce did not confirm any...
Trump Administration May Possibly Add 36 Countries To Latest Travel Ban List
Travel Noire
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June 18, 2025
The Trump administration may subject 36 countries to full or partial travel bans, which would extend the list of 19 countries it restricted earlier this month. The Washington Post relayed a list of the allegedly proposed 36 countries. The outlet...
Passport Pressure: Antigua Defends Citizenship-for-Cash Plan.
The St Kitts Nevis Observer
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June 18, 2025
- Advertisement - Antigua and Barbuda is standing up to pressure from the United States over its Citizenship-by-Investment (CBI) program. The U.S. claims the program may pose a security threat. But Antigua says it is vital for their economy and...
US confirms another travel ban could target four Caribbean nations
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 18, 2025
The United States (US) State Department has confirmed that President Donald Trump is considering a travel ban targeting 36 countries, including four in the Caribbean. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said that while she could “speak a...
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The Mirror
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June 18, 2025
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State Department confirms Trump travel ban
Dominica News Online
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June 18, 2025
Screen grab, Tammy BruceThe US State Department has confirmed that the Trump administration is considering a travel ban for 36 countries around the world, including Dominica, if they don’t improve their citizens’ travel documentation and other...
Trump gives 36 countries Wednesday deadline to avoid travel ban
FOX 10 Phoenix - Arizona
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FILE-President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House on April 25, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) President Donald Trump has given 36 countries a Wednesday deadline to commit to improve its...
Local entrepreneur receives grant as non-profit announces plans for 2026 International Poverty Forum in Antigua
The Antigua Observer
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June 19, 2025
- Advertisement - By Robert Andre Emmanuel [email protected] Local entrepreneur Rhonda Spencer received a US$5,000 Microeconomic Community Grant, yesterday, to launch her healthy food business, as the international nonprofit Caring for Others...