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antigua. news > 06/11/2026 > spain-backs-antigua-and-barbudas-push-to-make-spanish-second-language

Spain Backs Antigua and Barbuda's Push to Make Spanish Second Language

2+ hour, 33+ min ago  (313+ words) Antigua and Barbuda is moving to deepen its partnership with Spain as the government ramps up efforts to make Spanish the country's second language, with new support expected in education, training, and cultural exchange. Prime Minister Gaston Browne updated Cabinet…...

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antigua. news > 05/17/2026 > pm-defends-policy-to-make-spanish-the-countrys-official-second-language

PM defends policy to make Spanish the country's official second language

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (502+ words) Prime MInister Gaston Browne on weekly radio station Saturday Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended the government's decision to make Spanish the official second language of Antigua and Barbuda, saying the policy addresses economic integration, diplomatic competitiveness and the social…...

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antigua. news > 05/16/2026 > strong-earthquake-shakes-antigua-and-barbuda

Strong Earthquake Shakes Antigua and Barbuda

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (234+ words) Residents across Antigua and Barbuda and neighboring islands were jolted Saturday morning after a powerful 6. 5 magnitude earthquake struck northeast of Antigua, according to preliminary seismic data. Initial information from the seismic monitoring network indicates the quake occurred at approximately 10: 50 a. m. AST…...

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antigua. news > 04/27/2026 > ablp-engages-spanish-speaking-residents-promises-new-integration-measures

ABLP Engages Spanish-Speaking Residents, Promises New Integration Measures

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (405+ words) ABLP engagement with the Hispanic community at the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) has unveiled a targeted initiative aimed at strengthening engagement with the Spanish-speaking community, following a packed meeting at the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre…...

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antigua. news > 09/21/2025 > vendors-alarmed-after-third-tourist-robbery-at-little-ffryes-beach-video-story

Vendors Alarmed After Third Tourist Robbery at Little Ffryes Beach | VIDEO STORY

8+ mon, 2+ week ago  (23+ words) For the third time in less than a week, a tourist has been robbed at Little Ffryes Beach, leaving vendors and operators troubled....

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antigua. news > 03/26/2026 > breaking-double-shooting-horror-in-villa-leaves-two-dead

BREAKING: Double Shooting Horror in Villa Leaves Two Dead

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (111+ words) Villa has been rocked by reports of a deadly shooting moments ago, with two people'believed to be a man and a woman- reportedly killed. Information remains sketchy at this early stage, and authorities have not yet released an official statement…...

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antigua. news > 03/06/2026 > govt-sets-april-start-date-for-immigration-amnesty-as-parliament-prepares-to-debate-immigration-bill

Govt Sets April Start Date For Immigration Amnesty As Parliament Prepares To Debate Immigration Bill

3+ mon, 5+ day ago  (253+ words) Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda Cabinet has confirmed that an immigration amnesty programme will commence on April 2 and run for three months, with parliament scheduled to debate an immigration bill on March 23 ahead of the rollout. Cabinet discussed the matter…...

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antigua. news > 03/05/2026 > spain-pm-hits-back-at-donald-trump-trade-threat-after-his-refusal-aid-military-intervention

Spain PM hits back at Donald Trump trade threat after his refusal to aid military intervention

3+ mon, 5+ day ago  (531+ words) Prime Minister Pedro S'nchez has hit back at Donald Trump who has threatened Spain with a trade embargo (Sky News) Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S'nchez has hit back strongly in response to Donald Trump's threat to end trade with his…...

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antigua. news > 02/13/2026 > govt-commits-to-fixing-residency-travel-restrictions-as-spanish-community-complains

Govt Commits to Fixing Residency Travel Restrictions as Spanish Community Complains

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (440+ words) Community leader Alex Martinez speaks at townhall meeting The government is committing itself to addressing a serious concern among the Dominican community regarding travel rights for permanent residents, with concerned members stating that members have been unable to leave and…...

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