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Congratulations, Amonai Francis!
To our radiant Queen of the National Carnival Queen Pageant, Miss St. David, your grace, confidence, and elegance have truly left us all in awe. I applaud you for this remarkable victory—it is a testament to your dedication and the unique qualities that make you shine. As you embark on […]
Night Cricket Challenges facing the Caribbean
August 6, 2023: Night cricket in the Caribbean has become increasingly popular in recent years, with matches held under floodlights to create a vibrant and electrifying atmosphere. However, the time zone differences with other countries can pose challenges when it comes to scheduling matches and accommodating international viewership. The Caribbean […]
CWI President is committed to Governance Reform
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – President Dr. Kishore Shallow remains unwavering in his commitment to delivering a new era of governance reform within Cricket West Indies (CWI). After a series of ongoing consultations with key stakeholders since being elected in March, President Shallow notes that the indispensable role of governance is […]
Political Cult vs. Political Party: Understanding the Differences
Introduction In the realm of politics, various groups and organizations shape the landscape, including political parties and, in some cases, political cults. While the line between the two can sometimes be blurred, it is crucial to distinguish between them. This article aims to shed light on the differences between a […]
Calypso Icon The Mighty Sparrow
Name: Slinger FranciscoStage Name: The Mighty SparrowDate of Birth: July 9, 1935Place of Birth: Grand Roy, St. John, Grenada.Nationality: TrinidadianOccupation: Calypso Musician, Singer, Songwriter Biography:The Mighty Sparrow, born Slinger Francisco, is a legendary calypso musician, singer, and songwriter from his adopted homeland of Trinidad and Tobago. He is widely regarded […]
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 […]
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 […]
Climate Experts: Global Stocktake can be gamechanger for the Caribbean
At launch of “Islands All In for GST 2023”, experts deliver powerful facts on worsening climate impacts on the Caribbean, and reveal how UN process, the Global Stocktake, can enhance regional resiliency to extreme events. April 21st, 2023: Trinidad and Tobago is warming 2.5 times faster than the global average, […]
Adapting to climate change challenging for The Bahamas if 1.5°C limit crossed: report
International research team finds that rising temperatures will limit adaptation options in The Bahamas, with implications for the wider Caribbean. 9 March 2023:New evidence from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 funded PROVIDE project, run by leading climate scientists, urban planners and adaptation experts, shows that rising temperatures will increasingly limit […]
The USA Wealth Report: America’s Millionaires Are on the Move
The tide is turning in the USA, a country shaped by generations of immigrants from across the globe, whose descendants went on to create the largest wealth market in the world. As we enter 2023, a new dynamic is playing out, with wealthy Americans seeking greener pastures abroad at an […]
Bahamian Judges Consider Role of Artificial Intelligence in Caribbean Courts
NASSAU, The Bahamas. January 9, 2023—Some of the top judicial minds in the Bahamas explored the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on the Caribbean justice system at a judicial training event hosted by the Honorable Chief Justice of The Bahamas, Sir Ian Winder. Bevil Wooding, Executive Director of the Caribbean […]
The NNP is concerned that there is a surge in the XBB.1.5 Omicro
The New National Party is concerned that there is a surge in the XBB.1.5 Omicron sub variant COVID cases in the USA and a marked outbreak of COVID cases in China. The party therefore encourages the Government of Grenada to take proactive measures to prevent or minimize severe sickness, hospitalizations […]
Fraser sets the tone, but West Indies fall again
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados– West Indies Women suffered a 49-run defeat to England Women in the fourth T20 International at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. Head Coach Courtney Walsh still had praises for his players despite the loss, “I thought restricting them to 131 was a positive for us. We had a […]
