January 2016

(BBC) Islamic State (IS) fighters have clashed with guards as they tried to enter Libya's oil port of Sidra. Two members of the Petrol Facilities Guard militia, which is defending Sidra, were reportedly killed. The militants are said to…

(Antigua Observer) Dominicans have been warned to take series precautions against the mosquito borne Zika virus. The warning has come from Environmental Health Officer, Morrison McPherson who pointed out that the virus is getting closer to…

(Antigua Observer) Chief of Staff of the Guyana Defence Force, Brigadier Mark Phillips has announced the re-establishment of the Guyana People’s Militia (GPM) , in keeping with the policy of the six month old administration. Phillips said…

(Caribbean360) Following the discovery of contaminated fuel at gas stations across the island, Energy Minister Phillip Paulwell has appointed a private sector-led committee to undertake a comprehensive review of the petroleum trade in…

(ZIZ News) -- It was a night of elegance, on Saturday, as hundreds of persons gathered at the Marriott Resort to celebrate the New Year with Prime Minister, the Hon Dr. Timothy Harris at his New Year's Gala. Government officials, other…

(ZIZ News) -- After nearly one week of non-stop water supply, the Water Services Department will resume water rationing on Monday. Acting Manager Denison Paul, told ZIZ News the suspension couldn’t be maintained as water levels are too…

(ZIZ News) -- The island of Nevis has been in the spotlight over the last few days for the accomplishments of its residents during Sugar Mas 44. The National Senior Calypso Crown is in Nevis for a second consecutive year after Oscar “King…

(ZIZ News) – Head of the Criminal Investigations Department of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force, Superintendent Charles Smithen is calling on residents of St. Kitts and Nevis to "take away the opportunity and the chances of…

(ZIZ News) – The Small Axe Band has won the Carnival Road March title for the fourth consecutive time. With its catchy song, “Pepper Dem”, the Small Axe Band will hold bragging rights as the top band in St. Kitts and Nevis for another…

(ZIZ News) – Just days after the Acting Police Commissioner, Stafford Liburd, praised residents of and visitors to St. Kitts and Nevis for their behaviour during Carnival, the force’s Public Relations Department is reporting that the…

(ZIZ News) – “Allow me to give special congratulations to King Astro, Miss Neila Jones and King Invincible Terron Webb for all making history and trodding along a path rarely travelled," were the words of Nevis’ Premier, the Hon. Vance…

The authorities in Dubai are trying to find out what caused a spectacular fire to engulf a 63-storey luxury hotel in the city centre on New Year's Eve. After battling for more than 20 hours, firefighters appear to have extinguished most of…

Natalie Cole, whose hit songs included the duet Unforgettable with her father Nat "King" Cole, has died aged 65. The Grammy-winning singer died on Thursday night at a hospital in Los Angeles, her publicist told the Associated Press news…

(ZIZ News) -- It was a sea of colour and revelry on Friday afternoon as hundreds of mas players filled the streets of Basseterre in the Grand Carnival Parade. The event is normally regarded as the highlight of street activities and…

(ZIZ News) – Arsene Wenger has confirmed that he is expecting a busy transfer window at Arsenal in January, which may include a move for Basel Midfielder Mohamed Elneny. Arsenal is said to be closing in on a move for the 23-year-old…