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King Charles’ visit to the Caribbean evokes specter of British slavery – and local demands for justice

King Charles III touched down in the Bahamas on Oct. 27, 2026, with far more baggage than usual. The nine-day trip in the Caribbean also features stops for the U.K. monarch in Guyana and in Antigua and Barbuda for the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

The Conversation · Oct 29

King Charles III to acknowledge ‘darkest days’ of Britain’s colonial rule during Caribbean tour

Buckingham Palace say the king will not ‘shy away’ from Britain’s role in slavery when he visits Commonwealth nations later this month

The Guardian - UK · Oct 2

King Charles will not apologise for slavery during Caribbean tour

The King is expected to face renewed calls to say sorry for the UK’s role in the transatlantic trade in enslaved people

The Independent UK · Oct 2

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Charles’ Caribbean tour will not shy away from ‘the darkest days of our past’

Charles will visit The Bahamas October 27-29, Guyana October 29-30 and the Commonwealth summit with the Queen in Antigua and Barbuda from Nov 1-4.

Evening Standard · Oct 2

Mehul Choksi drops damages claim against government, Hungarian woman in London HC

TOI Correspondent from London: Diamond businessman Mehul Choksi has dropped a multi-million-pound London high court damages claim he was bringing against the Indian govt and a Hungarian woman named Barbara Jarabik, living in the UK, for allegedly kidnapping him in Antigua in a honeytrap plot on May 23, 2021.

The Times of India · Sep 29

Barbuda Evacuation: Hurricane Irma left animals stranded; dogs turned feral, farms suffered

As Hurricane Irma swept through Barbuda, it forced a mass evacuation, tragically leaving behind both household pets and livestock. In the aftermath, these animals struggled to adapt, some even reverting to instinctual survival behaviors. Animal welfare advocates swiftly intervened, establishing emergency shelters and delivering much-needed support, revealing significant shortcomings in…

The Times of India · Sep 17

In 1995 just 51 rare snakes survived on one Caribbean island; 21 years later, they topped 1,100

In 1995, just 51 Antiguan racers survived on Great Bird Island, making the species one of the Caribbean’s most endangered snakes. Conservationists removed invasive rats and mongooses, moved 86 snakes to three offshore islands and monitored their recovery. By 2016, the population had risen to more than 1,100 individuals across…

The Times of India · Sep 13

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Meet the cast of The Real Housewives of London as season two begins

This season will see the socialites enjoy Fashion Week front rows, charity galas, Lunar New Year celebrations and even a trip to Antigua

Evening Standard · Sep 5

King Charles to visit three Caribbean nations on autumn tour

Charles will visit the Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua and Barbuda

The Independent UK · Aug 26

King and Queen’s autumn tour destination revealed

Charles and Camilla will travel to Antigua and Barbuda, while the King will also head to the Bahamas and Guyana solo.

Evening Standard · Aug 26

In 2017, Antigua and Barbuda removed over 6,000 rats and starving goats from Redonda; by 2019, vegetation rose over 20-fold and ground lizards eightfold

For years, Redonda looked less like a Caribbean paradise and more like a barren volcanic outcrop. Its steep cliffs and rocky surface were stripped of vegetation, while invasive goats and thousands of black rats consumed or destroyed much of the island’s fragile wildlife.

The Times of India · Aug 9

I’ve travelled alone for two decades – these are my favourite cities for solo breaks over 40

Having recently hit the big 4-0, Lydia Swinscoe shares her top picks for a lone adventure beyond the backpacker trail

The Independent UK · Jul 9

The Man Who Invented Online Sports Betting—and Went to Prison for It

The father of the World Sports Exchange tells his story.

Reason · Jul 7

WI vs SL 1st Test live streaming: Playing 11, pitch report, head-to-head record and live streaming details

West Indies vs Sri Lanka Playing 11: Following a successful white-ball campaign, West Indies and Sri Lanka are set to clash in the opening Test of a two-match series in Antigua, commencing June 25. This series holds significant weight for the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, with Sri Lanka…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

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The Economic Times · Jun 16

Indian climate policy expert to help deliver Commonwealth Youth Forum

Vikrant Srivastava, an Indian climate policy expert, will help plan the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum in Antigua and Barbuda. He joins 22 other young leaders on an international taskforce. They will shape the forum's program and policy recommendations. The event aims to foster youth agency and co-create pathways for shared…

The Independent UK · May 6

Antigua and Barbuda politicians drop longstanding oath to King Charles after election landslide

The new oath mandates allegiance solely to the state, its constitution, and its laws

The Independent UK · May 1

Antigua and Barbuda prime minister wins fourth consecutive term in snap election

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has led the Antigua and Barbuda Labor Party to a fourth consecutive electoral victory

The Guardian - UK · May 1

Antigua and Barbuda prime minister set to win fourth term in election

Gaston Browne is on course to win 15 of the 17 seats in parliament after calling snap election

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The Guardian - US · Apr 18

Why are Harvard’s slavery researchers quitting or being fired?

The school’s $100m project to examine its slave ownership in Antigua is mired in controversy as academics allege obstruction

Evening Standard · Mar 13

British holidaymakers face arrest, police cell and court if caught smoking in public on Caribbean islands

Police chiefs in Antigua and Barbuda are warning they would take a ‘zero tolerance’ approach to smoking in public

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Hebrides woman completes record-breaking Atlantic row

Emma Wolstenholme, from Grimsay, was part of a crew who rowed unsupported from the Canary Islands to Antigua in 41 days, one hour and 57 minutes.

Evening Standard · Jan 24

Inside Hermitage Bay, the lush Caribbean hideout moments from Princess Diana Beach

Travel writer Lydia Swinscoe checks into Antigua’s premium address following an extensive renovation

The Independent UK · Jan 1

Horseback tour operator from Wisconsin killed in brutal assault on Caribbean island

Investigators believe Karen Johannsen had been struck in the head with a blunt object

Marie Claire · Nov 13, 2025

Where Was 'The Golden Bachelor' Season 2 Finale Filmed? All About the Antigua Locations

Mel, Peg, and Cindy's love triangle came to a jaw-dropping conclusion on the island of Antigua.

Latin Times · Oct 28, 2025

Ambassador to Spain Dario Item Exposes Swiss Secrecy in Major US Court Battle

Antigua's Ambassador Dario Item leads a legal battle in New York, accusing Credit Suisse and Swiss regulators of using secrecy laws to conceal key documents tied to the $17bn AT1 bond collapse.

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