March 2017

Venezuelans nabbed entering Antigua illegally

March 28, 2017 in Regional

Immigration officers are questioning four Venezuelan men who allegedly tried to sneak into the country illegally on Sunday. The quartet was found moments after they swam ashore at Long Bay some time between 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm. It is alleged that the men were dropped...

Ex-AG on crime: Buck stops with Govt

March 28, 2017 in Regional

Former attorney general Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj didn't call any names yesterday but he was clearly taking issue with the approach of the Government and the Prime Minister in dealing with crime. Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has stated repeatedly the Government's (anti)crime plan is to equip...

Knicks hand Pistons 4th straight loss, 109-95

March 28, 2017 in Sports

NEW YORK -- Just in time to delay playoff elimination, the New York Knicks showed they have some spunk left. "Guys, they keep playing, keep fighting," coach Jeff Hornacek. The Detroit Pistons better hurry up and do the same. Derrick Rose scored 27 points, Kristaps Porzingis had 25...

Opposition MP sues St Lucia PM for defamation

March 28, 2017 in Regional

[caption id="attachment_17304" align="alignleft" width="300"] Dr Ernest Hilaire (L) and Prime Minister Allen Chastanet[/caption] CASTRIES, St Lucia -- In the latest in what seems to be a current spate of defamation actions launched by politicians against colleagues on the other side of the aisle in the Eastern...