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Regional Operators Reaffirm Caribbean Water Always Safe In Their Hands
Water operators from across the Caribbean gathered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (PHOTO Courtesy CAWASA) The Caribbean Water and Sewage Association (CAWASA) hosted its 8th Caribbean Water Operators Conference in Saint Vincent & The...

Aviation sector calls for greater support for sustainable aviation fuels
The European aviation sector today issued an urgent call for accelerated policy support to unlock the full decarbonisation potential of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). The joint call, made by the DESTINATION 2050 partners together with fuel...

COMMUNIQUE | Forty-ninth (49th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community | Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay, Jamaica, July 14, 2025 – The Forty-Ninth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) was held in Montego Bay, Jamaica from 6-8 July under the chairmanship of Dr the Most Honourable...
On pranking in stores
Dave Shoemaker Contributing columnist So I’m up at Polaris Mall late last winter doing some shopping when I spotted somebody with whom I once taught. It was a woman I knew pretty well, so I thought I’d have some fun with her. She had her back...

One Year, One Boat, One Epic Family Sailing Adventure
Sailing past the majestic Pitons of St. Lucia on a Caribbean odyssey makes for an unforgettable waypoint for cruising families exploring the Windwards. Kevin Drew Davis We had the right boat: Searcher, a Bowman 57 ketch. I’d already made two...
Do you know a psychopath?
Dave Shoemaker Contributing columnist Sure, we use the word all the time: “Did you see Roger go nuts at the game last night? Dude’s a psycho, man.” Or maybe … “That dude won’t quit texting me. What a psycho.” You get the picture. Still, there’s...

More than 120 spring graduates receive Latin honors
Luther College announced that 268 students graduated in the spring of 2025. They were honored at the 2025 Commencement ceremony on May 25. Of the graduating class, 124 received Latin honors across a variety of majors and 18% were first-generation...
Nigeria and OECS Strengthen Ties During Presidential Visit to Saint Lucia
The Government of Saint Lucia and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) warmly welcomed His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, for an official visit from June 30 to July 2, 2025. The historic...
Mallorca events: What's On from Friday, 11 to Thursday, 17 July
Over the next week in Mallorca, vibrant fiestas span towns like Binissalem, Cala Bona, Campanet, and Puerto Andratx. Expect local traditions including flotillas, correfocs (fire runs), live music, folk dancing, and fireworks. Highlights include...

A Journey Through Time: Discovering Hidden Barcelona with Barcelona Dreaming
by Fara Sax On a recent adventure to Barcelona, I set out to experience more than the postcard-perfect sights. I wanted to understand the soul of the city—the layers of history tucked behind its grand façades and cobblestone alleys. That’s how I...

Ainsworth may have to cut before he adds at Gillingham
Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth hopes to have at least one more new face in the squad before the League 2 season gets under way. Ainsworth’s made two new signings so far this summer, with strikers Sam Vokes and Seb Palmer-Houlden joining, but...

This iconic guitar appeared on the cover of one of the most successful albums ever – but what’s the story behind it?
(Image credit: Future)The brand new issue of Classic Rock magazine features Dire Straits on the cover. We look back on the story behind their mega-successful 1985 album Brothers In Arms, featuring brand new interviews with guitarist/singer Mark...

Emerald Announces 2027-28 Itineraries Featuring New Yacht
Emerald Cruises today announced its yacht cruising collection for the 2027-28 season, which is now available for bookings. According to a press release, the deployment is highlighted by 25 new voyages, including the inaugural season of the Emerald...

CARICOM Calls for Stronger Global Support for Haiti
Violence in Haiti. X/ @DashDeCosta July 7, 2025 Hour: 11:19 am Jamaica is hosting a two-day summit of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders on Monday, when Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley will be passing the group’s rotating presidency to...

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | June 30 to July 6, 2025
Every Monday, we bring you UPSC Current Affairs Pointers—a concise, exam-focused guide to help you stay ahead in your Prelims and Mains preparation. Polity — The Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has launched the RailOne App as a one stop...

Melvin Village Church Fair and Auction planned for Saturday, July 12
MELVIN VILLAGE — The 73rd Melvin Village Church Fair and Auction will take place on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a live auction beginning at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds support the numerous outreach and service ministries of MVCC. This...
The importance of information for tax design: Evidence from the French wealth tax
The taxation of household wealth has been at the forefront of global tax policy debates in recent years. In 2019, two presidential candidates in the US, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, proposed introducing a progressive federal wealth tax. In...

Cuba congratulates Caricom on its 52nd anniversary
On the social network X, the foreign minister reaffirmed Cuba’s invariable solidarity with the region and the will to continue cooperation for the benefit of the peoples. Caricom was born on this date in 1973 with the signing of the Treaty of...

Esports World Cup secures Sportdigital coverage, partners Stream Hatchet
German sports-focused broadcaster Sportdigital has acquired rights in the country to the upcoming 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC). The deal will see Sportdigital provide coverage of the “biggest esports tournament ever,” being held in Riyadh, Saudi...

Draft legislation for establishment of Eastern Caribbean CBI/CIP regulator now available for public comment
ECCB press release - Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 9:00 AM The Interim Regulatory Commission (IRC) has published the draft legislation for the establishment of a regional regulator for Citizenship by Investment Programmes (CBI/CIP) – the Eastern...