Carriacou is a small island in the Grenada Grenadines, located in the Eastern Caribbean. Carriacou has a rich cultural heritage, including a vibrant music scene. The music of Carriacou is heavily influenced by African, European, and indigenous Caribbean rhythms. One of the most popular musical genres in Carriacou is Big […]
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A Short History of Grenada Carnival
Grenada carnival, also known as Spicemas, has a rich history that dates back over a century. The carnival originated as a way for the island’s African slaves to celebrate their emancipation in 1834, and it has since evolved into a vibrant, two-week-long celebration of music, dance, and culture. During the […]
Grenada Citizen By Investment (CBI) Program
The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program (CBI) is a legally established program that allows foreign individuals and their families to obtain Grenadian citizenship in exchange for a significant investment in the country’s economy. The program was launched in 2013 and has become a popular option for high net worth individuals […]
How the United States Used the Caribbean during the Cold War
During the Cold War, the United States utilized the Caribbean region for a variety of purposes in its global struggle against the Soviet Union. The Caribbean became a key strategic location for the U.S. due to its proximity to Cuba, which was a communist ally of the Soviet Union, and […]
West Indies Women’s provisional squad named for 1st and 2nd CG United ODIs against Ireland
GROS ISLET, St. Lucia – Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel today announcedthe West Indies Women’s provisional squad for the first and second CG United One Day Internationals (ODIs) against Ireland Women, to be played at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground on 26 and 28 June. The provisional squad includes some exciting new talent, with […]
Yannic Cariah undergoes surgical procedure in Zimbabwe
HARARE, Zimbabwe – West Indies allrounder Yannic Cariah underwent a surgical procedure to repair a fracture to his nose. The leg-spinner and left-handed batter suffered a nasal fracture when he was struck in the face during a training session last Saturday while preparing for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup […]
NNP EXPRESSES DEEP CONCERN OVER PRIME MINISTER MITCHELL’S NEGLECT OF PRESSING ISSUES: HIGH COST OF LIVING AND SKYROCKETING CRIME RATES
Thursday 22nd June 2023 – The New National Party (NNP) expresses profound dismay and deep concern over Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell’s recent National Address, which failed to address critical issues that are currently plaguing our nation. Dr. Keith Mitchell, former Prime Minister, Leader of His Majesty’s Opposition, and Political Leader […]
Why Grenada Should Not become a Republic
Grenada is a beautiful Caribbean nation with a rich history and culture. The country gained independence from Britain on February 7, 1974 under the late Prime Minister Sir Eric M. Gairy and since been a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, with King Charles III as its head of state. […]
Bad Roots will continuously yield Bad Fruits!!
By Dr. Neals J. Chitan In the wake of two recent fatal chopping incidents in the “Historic Parish” of St. Patrick which claimed the lives of young men within a month, it is time to look at the roots of the problem!! As Grenadians, we look at our neighbors to […]
Small Plane Crashed off Grenada, both Persons rescued
June 16, 2023 – Earlier today, the Maurice Bishop International Airport (MBIA) Air Traffic Control received a distress call alerting of engine failure of a Piper aircraft enroute from Margarita to Grenada and approved the pilot’s request for an emergency landing at the MBIA. Regrettably, the aircraft subsequently crashed approximately […]
CWI announces schedule for West Indies v India International Home Series 2023
Visitors to play multi-format tour in July and August, including historic 100th Test between the teams ST. JOHNS, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the match schedule and venues for the highly anticipated West Indies versus India Men’s Series in July and August. The Series starts with two […]
West Indies name 18-member squad for training camp ahead of ODI & T20I Series against Ireland
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel today announced the preliminary squad of players who will participate in a training camp in preparation for the upcoming six-match Series against Ireland Women. The training camp will be held at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St. Lucia from […]
West Indies name 18-member squad for training camp ahead of ODI & T20I Series against Ireland
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel today announced the preliminary squad of players who will participate in a training camp in preparation for the upcoming six-match Series against Ireland Women. The training camp will be held at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St. Lucia from […]
Charles to replace Motie for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) Senior Men’s Selection Panel today announced that Johnson Charles has been named as the replacement for Gudakesh Motie in the 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier tournament to be played in Zimbabwe, starting on Sunday 18 June. Left-arm […]
West Indies Women to host Ireland Women in Saint Lucia
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) today announced the match schedule and venue for the West Indies Women’s international home series against Ireland Women. The highly anticipated series will feature three CG United One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 Internationals (T20Is) at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in […]
