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80TH SESSION OF THE UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2025

80TH SESSION OF THE UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2025

Samoa’s Participation At The High Level Week Of The Eightieth Session Of The General Assembly Of The United Nations, New York [PRESS RELEASE 22-30 September 2025] – The Deputy Prime Minister, Hon Toelupe Maoiautele Poumulinuku Onesemo led Samoa’s...

Owner:  Samoan Government
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Hospital Clarifies ER Visitor Policy After Public Feedback

The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has clarified that its new Emergency Room (ER) visiting hours will not prevent support persons from accompanying patients, following public concern over recent policy changes. Hospital officials said the revised...

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Customs Comptroller Raju Boddu Resigns, Citing Health Reasons

Comptroller of Customs Raju Boddu has resigned from his post, ending his long tenure as head of the Customs and Excise Division. Sources say Boddu submitted his resignation earlier this week, citing health reasons in his letter. The move has...

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OPINION: Mental Health is the New Economic Imperative

OPINION: Mental Health is the New Economic Imperative

By Chaneil Imhoff Each October, the world pauses to acknowledge Mental Health Awareness Month, yet too often, the conversation remains confined to awareness rather than action. In truth, mental well-being is not just a health issue but an economic...

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SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES AT THE HEART OF NCD CRISIS IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA – HEALTH OFFICIALS

SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES AT THE HEART OF NCD CRISIS IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA – HEALTH OFFICIALS

Antigua and Barbuda ranks third in the Americas for obesity among children and adolescents. The new data from the Pan American Health Organisation has reinforced the need for urgent action to tackle the over-consumption of sugar-sweetened...

Owner:  Antigua & Barbuda Government
GOVERNMENT REPORTS PROGRESS ON REVAMPED MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY

GOVERNMENT REPORTS PROGRESS ON REVAMPED MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY

The Government and Pan American Health Organisation are to finalize an evaluation as part of the transition to the new mental health facility in Sea View Farm. Health Minister, Hon. Sir Molwyn Joseph says this is part of a major thrust to improve...

Owner:  Antigua & Barbuda Government
5 Ways 5G Benefits Antigua

5 Ways 5G Benefits Antigua

The arrival of 5G technology in Antigua is set to revolutionise the way residents connect, communicate, and engage with the world around them. As the island continues to adopt this fast-paced technology, it’s essential to explore how 5G will...

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What India can learn from Maldives’ parent-to-child triple elimination of diseases
Parliament Passes Tax Bill to Clean Up Abandoned Properties, Improve Tax Collection

Parliament Passes Tax Bill to Clean Up Abandoned Properties, Improve Tax Collection

Lawmakers have passed the Tax Administration and Procedure (Amendment) Bill 2025, legislation aimed at tightening property tax collection and giving government the authority to act against derelict and long-abandoned properties across Antigua and...

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Former Health Chief Raises Concerns Over New Cemetery Design After Flooding Videos

Antigua and Barbuda’s former Chief Health Inspector says improper burial methods, not groundwater, caused recent flooding at the new Tranquility Park cemetery, where videos showed water pooling after heavy rains from Tropical Storm Jerry. Lionel...

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Red Cross Mobile Clinic Relaunched After Vandalism Setback
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