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During a trip to Antigua, Guatemala, the author observes how local artisans creatively reuse trash, such as old tires, to craft beautiful cultural art pieces, highlighting the pervasive presence of culture and sustainability.
Jeff Bezos, on vacation aboard his $500 million mega-yacht Koru, has prompted local officials in Antigua to request the public to respect his privacy. The Amazon founder's preference for seclusion is evident in his real estate choices, including a secluded Maui estate and a private Beverly Hills compound. Despite public curiosity, Bezos values his solitude, mirroring his discreet approach to business projects.
The Antigua and Barbuda government has declared the Alfa Nero superyacht abandoned and intends to sell it to pay off the $500,000 debt it owes for food and fuel. The yacht, which has a gym, a hair salon, and an infinity pool, has been linked to Russian oligarch Andrey Guryev, who denies owning it. The yacht has been in Antigua for over 18 months and is running out of money to feed its crew. The yacht's sale proceeds will be used toward the development of Antigua and Barbuda.
At least 14 Cameroonians were rescued after their boat capsized in the Caribbean while en route to the US Virgin Islands, killing three and leaving 13 missing. The group had been staying on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe and had departed Antigua early Tuesday. The boat was stolen in Antigua, and 16 people aboard it were rescued, including two Antiguans. The nationalities of those who died or missing were unknown. The Cameroonians apparently arrived in Antigua as tourists but intended to migrate to other countries. Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne said his administration has contacted the UN High Commission for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration for counsel on how to treat the survivors as refugees.
At least three people died and 13 others are missing after a boat carrying 32 passengers, mostly from Cameroon, sank near the island of St. Kitts in the eastern Caribbean. The group had departed Antigua early Tuesday and was apparently en route to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Fourteen people were rescued, including two Antiguans. The boat was stolen in Antigua, and authorities are investigating the incident. The nationalities of those who died or are missing are unknown. The survivors may be treated as refugees, according to Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne.