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Washington, United States (CMC) -- The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Thursday said it had approved a US$130-million loan for Jamaica so as to strengthen its structural programme for economic growth. It said that this is the second…

Belmopan, Belize (CMC) -- Health authorities have confirmed more than 250 cases of dengue fever in Belize and are urging people to clean their surroundings in a bid to deal with the outbreak. “We’re looking at laboratory confirmed cases…

Panama City, Panama -- The total number of criminal cases filed against former Panamanian president Ricardo Martinelli has risen to 21. The list includes: (1) A case charging an irregular (i.e. illegal) extradition, involving an Ecuadorian…

Port of Spain, Trinidad (Trinidad Express) -- Their school vacation was supposed to be fun but it ended in tragedy after 10-year-old Reuben Reed was shot dead while playing with three friends yesterday. He was shot in the chest by an…

St James, Jamaica (JIS) -- Small-scale farmers in Jamaica and across five other Caribbean countries are being empowered to play greater roles in the food security of the region, through the ‘Sustainable, profitable value chains and market…

Nassau, Bahamas -- Bahamas member of parliament Fred Mitchell broke into the popular Bob Marley hit “Redemption Song” in the House of Assembly on Wednesday as he defended himself against criticism from the opposition over his warning to…

Castries, St Lucia -- Thursday marked the official launch of the OECS Business Focus magazine. This maiden issue of the publication provides a comprehensive look at economic activities across the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States…

Sports Page -- The Nevis Sports Museum which was previously housed next to the Dr. Walwyn Plaza has been temporarily relocated. The officer in charge of Museum, Miss Vera Herbert spoke in a recent exclusive interview with NTV Sports. She…

Sports Page -- Nevisian all-rounder, Adelvin Phillip has been stalled in his bid to become the MVP of his English league, as persistent rains have washed out the last few scheduled matches for his team. Phillip has dropped to 5th position…

Kingston, Jamaica -- The Selection Panel of the West Indies Cricket Board have announced a squad of 19 players for a two-week training camp here, as the West Indies Under-19 side continues its preparation for the ICC Youth World Cup next…

Sports Page -- Alastair Cook had called for England to "etch their names in history" as they sought a victory in the fourth Investec Test that would regain the Ashes and ease the memory of their whitewash in Australia 20 months earlier. But…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS) -- The national security operation conducted over the weekend by the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force, with support from the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force and Her Majesty’s Customs and Excise…

ZIZ News) – Persons in positions of authority are expected to treat people under their command with the same respect they would expect for themselves. This, according to Prime Minister the Hon. Dr. Timothy Harris, is “essential for…

(ZIZ News) – A new travel business is giving back to the community by helping a mother in need. Jahdira Alexander of Shadwell Gardens is currently in Barbados seeking medical attention for her one year old child, Tu-mani, who is suffering…

(ZIZ News) – The St. Kitts Diabetic Association is continuing its series of symposiums with an event focusing on kidneys, later this month. The association’s Public Relations Officer, Dr. Reginald O’loughlin, explained why they chose to…