AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCWI Rising Stars (U19 Women): Windward Islands Women edged closer to the bronze-medal hunt with a 15-run win over winless Guyana, posting 93/3 (thanks to 25 extras) before defending 78/8 in the chase. Tournament Stakes: Round 5 is set for Friday across Antigua, with big matchups including Windward Islands vs Jamaica and Leeward Islands vs Guyana. Cricket Spotlight (A&B): Barbados made history with a record 206/2 in another Under-19 Women’s win, while Eboni Brathwaite’s 135* helped power the result. Sports & Community: A Men’s Forum hosted by the Directorate of Gender Affairs drew 20+ men for frank talks on masculinity, mental wellness, violence, and stigma. Youth & Safety: Youth Ambassador Christal Percival is pushing for earlier intervention, mentorship, and community support to tackle youth crime before it escalates. Legal & Governance: The Antigua and Barbuda Bar Association condemned PM Gaston Browne’s threat to deport a sitting judge, calling it a grave risk to judicial independence. Immigration Watch: The US has made its visa bond program permanent, and Antigua and Barbuda is among the affected countries. Health Alert: Saharan dust pushed air quality to unhealthy levels (Alert Level IV), with guidance to limit outdoor time for children, seniors, and people with heart or lung conditions. Culture & Diaspora: The Consulate General in New York is gearing up for “Wadadli Speaks – Louder than Words,” a Brooklyn spoken-word night showcasing young Antiguan and Barbudan talent.
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