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Ambassadors from the USA and the Netherlands pay courtesy call on Prime Minister Harris
(SKNIS): Prominent diplomats from across the world continue to pay courtesy calls on Prime Minister, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, to discuss relevant matters relating to the Federation.
His Excellency Jules Bijl, Ambassador of the…
Former Curacao PM calls for criminal suspects to be suspended from parliament
According to former Curacao prime minister and now leader of the political party Pro Korsou, Ivar Asjes, members of parliament and ministers who are considered suspects in a criminal case should in future be suspended or dismissed from…
Bahamas government criticised over contract with foreign firm
Former Bahamas Electricity Corporation (BEC) executive chairman Leslie Miller said on Wednesday that he does not understand why the government says it “believes in Bahamians” when it is “always bringing in the foreigners”.
He was…
Bashar Assad vows to retake all of Syria
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has said that he intends to retake "the whole country" from rebel forces.
In a rare interview, he told AFP news agency that defeating the groups ranged against him could take some time due to the…
Pope Francis holds historic talks with Russian Orthodox Patriarch
Pope Francis and Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill have called for restored Christian unity between the two churches at historic talks in Cuba.
The meeting was the first between a Pope and a Russian Church head since the Western and…
Minister Brantley Welcomes US Ambassador
(ZIZ News) -- Following the presentation of credentials to Governor General Sir Tapley Seaton GCMG, CVO, QC, JP and a courtesy call on Prime Minister Harris, United States Ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis , Her Excellency Linda Swarz…
Ms. St. Kitts Brings Love To The Cardin Home
(ZIZ News) -- Love was in the air at the St. Christopher Cardin Home as the reigning National Carnival Queen Orngel Erskine organized a pre Valentine concert and luncheon for the residents on Friday.
In welcoming the gathering, Erskine…
Government of National Unity holds unity service at Mount Carmel Baptist Church on Sunday
(SKNIS)—The Government of National Unity will celebrate one year since it was elected to office on February 16, 2015. To mark this special occasion, a service of praise and thanksgiving for the significant achievements of the Team Unity…
US Congress called on to reject Puerto Rico ‘backdoor’ bailout
In a letter sent to Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul Ryan on Thursday, the Center for Individual Freedom (CFIF) has warned against a "backdoor" bailout of Puerto Rico being considered by the House Natural Resources Committee.…
Antigua-Barbuda ambassador reports on OAS special mission to Haiti
The Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) held a special meeting on Friday at OAS headquarters in Washington, DC, to receive a report on the special mission to Haiti, headed by Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador Sir…
Trump and Cruz trade blows ahead of Republican debate
Donald Trump and Ted Cruz have clashed ahead of a debate between the remaining Republican contenders for president.
Mr Trump accused Mr Cruz of negative campaigning and "cheating" and threatened to sue him "for not being a natural born…
Pressure grows on Russia over civilian bomb deaths
Pressure is increasing on Russia over civilian deaths in Syria, with France and the US urging greater caution.
French PM Manuel Valls and US Secretary of State John Kerry said civilians were dying in Russian air strikes.
Russian PM Dmitry…
Ripples from Black Hole Detected
Scientists are claiming a stunning discovery in their quest to fully understand gravity.
They have observed the warping of space-time generated by the collision of two black holes more than a billion light-years from Earth.
The…
Mexico prison riot leaves 52 dead near Monterrey
A battle between rival groups at a prison near Monterrey in northern Mexico has left 52 inmates dead.
Nuevo Leon state Governor Jaime Rodriguez said 12 other people were injured in Topo Chico jail after prisoners fought with "sharp…
Adam Johnson sacked by Sunderland after child sex charge admission
Adam Johnson has been sacked by Sunderland after pleading guilty to one count of sexual activity with a child and one charge of grooming.
The 28-year-old footballer's contract was terminated hours after he was dropped for Saturday's…