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CARICOM Crystallises its Priorities and Positions for COP 26
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries have discussed key issues that the 15-member grouping will highlight at the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) in Scotland starting later this month.
Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court Recognised as a Pioneering Caribbean Woman…
The Honourable Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE, LL.D, Chief Justice, has been recognised by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) Academy for Law as a Pioneering Caribbean Woman Jurist.
The UWI Receives US$120,000 Gift From One Of Its First Medical Graduates, Dr. Michael Woo-Ming
The months of August and September marked the annual Global Giving campaign of The University of the West Indies (The UWI). As the 2021 edition of the crowdfunding campaign drew to a close, The UWI received a generous gift of US $120,000…
PAHO Launches Campaign To Address Impact Of Covid On Frontline Workers
On the eve of World Mental Health Day, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is launching a social media campaign to raise awareness of the sustained burden the COVID-19 pandemic poses on the mental health of frontline health workers…
Belize Advises Of Voluntary Recall Of Losartan Medication
The Ministry of Health & Wellness in Belize has advised the public of a voluntary recall of Losar-Denk (Losartan) and CoLosar-Denk (Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide) from the Belize market.
Singer Jah Cure Arrested In Alleged Stabbing Of Promoter In Amsterdam
Renowned reggae artist Jah Cure, whose real name is Siccature Alcock, was reportedly arrested in The Netherlands over the weekend for the alleged stabbing of Nicardo Blake.
UWI Recognises Dame Sandra For Her Contribution To Public Service
Governor-General Dame Sandra Mason has attributed her present success to her formative years at the University of West Indies.
‘Elections Must Be Held As Soon As Possible,’ Haiti PM Says
Haiti’s prime minister has said he plans to organise a referendum to modify the country’s constitution by February and hold presidential and legislative elections early next year, as the Caribbean nation continues to grapple with deep…
US Envoy To Haiti Quits Over ‘Inhumane’ Deportations Of Haitians
Ambassador warns in resignation letter that Haiti ‘has collapsed’ and cannot provide basics for returning refugees.
State saddened by sudden passing of Grand Bay MP Edward Registe
The Government of Dominica and the nation, by extension, is now in a state of mourning following the sudden passing of the Parliamentary Representative for the Grandbay Constituency and Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,…
Longer Curfew In Antigua Among New Measures As COVID-19 Cases Rise
A nine-hour curfew will take effect on Friday, while several businesses will have to remain closed, as health authorities report a surge in COVID-19 cases overwhelming healthcare facilities.
Haiti Earthquake: Tropical Storm Grace Hampers Rescue
Rescue work following the deadly earthquake which struck Haiti on Saturday has been hampered by heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Grace.
Delta COVID -19 Variant Detected In St. Vincent
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment was informed this morning by CARPHA of the COVID-19 sequencing results of samples received at CARPHA on July 27th, 2021. One sample detected a variant of concern (VOC) – B.1.617.2 – Delta…
Arrest Made In The Attempted Assassination Of PM Ralph Gonsalves
Police on the Caribbean island of St Vincent have made an arrest in the assault and attempted assassination of the country’s Prime Minister, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves.
Protests Turned Violent in St Vincent, Road Blocked By Fires
The streets of Kingstown for over an hour turned violent, with two persons being injured.