Jews have supported Hindus in asking The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) for an official apology over proxy baptism of peace icon Mahatma Gandhi.
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2012 Budget Address to House of Representatives by Peter David
Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute previous speakers, on both sides of this Honourable House. In my eight – almost nine – years as a member of this Honourable chamber this is easily one of the most robust and thought-provoking budget debates I can recall.
International Diaspora Consultative Committee Appointed
ST. GEORGE’S, March 19, 2012 – An eight-member International Diaspora Consultative Committee (IDCC) has been appointed by the Government of Grenada.
George Prime endorsed as caretaker, potential election candidate
St. George’s, March 18, 2012 – Supporters of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Carriacou and Petite Martinique would like Senator George Prime to be their candidate at the nation’s next general election that is due by next year. Sen. Prime was endorsed as the NDC’s caretaker for Carriacou […]
Opposition says PM, Finance Minister “killing’’ Grenada
St. George’s, March 18, 2012 – With cracks appearing in the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), and general dissatisfaction among Grenadians about joblessness in the country, the opposition New National Party (NNP) is now talking confidently of what it plans on doing “when’’ – and not “if’’ – it returns […]
Upset Hindus still await Mormon Church apology over Gandhi baptism
Hindus appalled at the reports of proxy baptism of peace icon Mahatma Gandhi by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) are still waiting for an official apology from its leadership.
Tessanne and Tami tear up the St. Maarten boardwalk
Phillipsburg, St.Maarten (Sonique Solutions) – Jamaican songstresses Tessanne Chin and Tami Chynn rocked the boardwalk in downtown Phillipsburg with the sweet sounds of the islands as one of the many talented regional acts for the recent 32nd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta. The beautiful, musical sisters were the main stage performers […]
Reggae and Soca combine for a regal regatta finale
Simpson Bay, St.Maarten (Sonique Solutions) – The 2012 edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta was truly a memorable affair. The excitement of the weekend reached its peak during the Sunday evening final party which was headlined by the sensational Reggae balladeer Beres Hammond.
All is not well with our souls!
By Hamlet Mark In Grenada, an under-performing government is under siege; a leadership has grown increasingly out of touch and quietly more arrogant, and instead of listening to the concerns of its friends, it has instead turned on its own.
Free Dental Clinic in the south of Grenada
St. George’s, Grenada; March 16th, 2012 − Grenada’s Ministries of Health and Education, along with the New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) Henry Schein Cares Global Outreach Program, have invited all individuals in need of dental care – extractions, fillings and root canals – to visit a free temporary […]
Advocating people-centered policies
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – Tourism Minister Peter David has suggested that more shared sacrifices and greater collective decision-making could assist Grenada in meeting its economic challenges.
Sigh of relief after budget voting
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – When the 2012 budget debate ended on March 14, many Grenadians breathed a sigh of relief. There were fears that the budget was in danger of being defeated in a parliamentary vote, leading to the inevitable calling of a general election.
Opposition Leader reaches out following appeal for peace, harmony
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – Opposition Leader Keith Mitchell, who recently admonished the nation to follow a path of “peace and harmony’’, appears to now want to demonstrate his commitment to the appeal he made in parliament.
PM defends government, says “ready for the fight’’
St. George’s, March 14, 2012 – Prime Minister Tillman Thomas has reiterated his support for the economic direction of his government, warning that he would singlehandedly defend his administration’s record if he has to.
Minister appeals for an end to political tribalism
St. George’s, March 14, 2012 – A senior government minister has called for the establishment of a mechanism that will bring together the nation’s “best brains’’ with a view to finding solutions to the country’s problems.
