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Taking Carnival Fever Outside of Basseterre
(ZIZ)-- The National Carnival Committee is taking carnival fever outside of Basseterre with a "Bar Crawl" next week.
According to Kesha Archibald of the Calypso Soca Monarch Sub-Committee, they'll be promoting the soca finalists at…
Eating Tips for the Season
(ZIZ)--The Christmas and carnival season normally involves a lot of food, both prepared at home and sold on the road…and one local doctor is urging everyone to eat responsibly in this time of celebration.
Dr Ian Jacobs told ZIZ that…
Putting Cyber-Security Measures in Place
(ZIZ)--The dangers that lurk in cyber space and how it can negatively impact developing countries like St Kitts and Nevis were highlighted on Thursday during a Cyber-Security Symposium held at the Customs and Excise Department.
Attending…
Students Suspected in the Burning of a Teacher’s Vehicle
(ZIZ)--Police are investigating a disturbing incident at the Verchilds High School which has resulted in the destruction of a teacher's vehicle.
The green 1998 Rav 4 vehicle apparently went missing some time around 2:30 and 3p.m on…
Former Nevis Premier supports initiatives to reduce the national debt, says there is no alternative…
(CUOPM) – Former Premier of Nevis, the Hon. Joseph W. Parry is fully supportive of the Land for Debt swap initiated by the Federal Government and agreed to by his Nevis Reformation Party (NRP) Administration.
In an interview on Freedom…
PM Douglas praises US President Obama for commitment to global peace
(CUOPM) – United States President, the Honourable Barack Obama deserves special praise for his commitment to global peace and the recent Iran nuclear deal.
Winding up a session of the National Assembly Tuesday night, St. Kitts and Nevis’…
British Dependency Here
(ZIZ)-- An Anguillan band is currently on island working with musicians and promoting their new album.
British Dependency is a three member fusion band whose music has reggae roots with various influences.
Lead vocalist Ruel Richardson…
ADE’s Place Buddy Programme
(ZIZ)--An institution that works with persons with disabilities has launched a new buddy programme to help make them more independent.
Ade's place on Greenlands hosts daily classes for persons with mental disabilities.
Director Josephine…
World Aids Day Activities
(ZIZ)--Activities to mark World Aids Day this year will be focusing on increasing community involvement.
That's according to Terry Morris, programme officer of Caribbean HIV/ AIDS alliance, St. Kitts office
He says he's found that most…
Over EC$100 million in goods and services exported from St. Kitts and Nevis to the U.S. in first 9…
(CUOPM) - St. Kitts and Nevis continues to be the leading exporter of goods and services to the United States within the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
According to foreign trade statistics issued by the US Census Bureau,…
Reflections of a Remarkable Teen
(ZIZ)--The 25 Most Remarkable Teens Awards are changing the lives of teenagers in St Kitts and Nevis.
Past recipients have gone on to greater accomplishments and continue their community involvement work.
One such teen is Christian…
Securing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
(ZIZ)--Caregivers of persons living with disabilities are gathering this week to look at how they, along with government and social partners can improve the lives of people with disabilities.
In December of 2012, UNESCO granted the…
Customs monitoring for prescription drug smuggling
(ZIZ)--The Customs and Excise Department is clamping down on the illegal importation of controlled medication including antibiotics and other prescribed drugs.
During a press briefing on Tuesday 26th November 2013 Acting Deputy Comptroller…
Government tackling violence against the Mentally Challenged
(ZIZ)--The Ministry Of Gender Affairs has added another vulnerable group to its list of persons needing security against violence.
As the ministry undertakes activities leading up to Human Rights Day on December 10th Director, Etsu…
St Kitts Participates in Sustainable Tourism Council Pilot Program
(ZIZ)--St. Kitts is among destinations selected to participate in the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Early Adopter Program.
Senior Director of Destinations for Sustainable Travel International, Kathleen Pessolano says the Global…