The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), headquartered in Barbados, has embarked on a partnership with the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) to enhance the work of broadcasters and journalists throughout the region. Dr. Hyginus “Gene” Leon, President of CDB, announced this one-year agreement during the 54th annual CBU general meeting. The collaboration seeks to elevate the skills … Continued
Haitian musician Wyclef Jean, is gearing up to host the inaugural Caribbean Music Awards. This celebration of Caribbean music is scheduled to take place on August 31 at the iconic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. Jean’s enthusiasm for this event was palpable during a recent interview on NBC’s Today Show. Reflecting on the Verzuz episode that … Continued
“We need to have these problems solved yesterday!” – That was the position of representative for the Third District the Honourable Julian Fraser as he addressed the House of Assembly on the Territory’s enduring water issues. His address underscored the pressing challenges of an unsustainable and irregular water supply. He lamented the growing impact of … Continued
The ongoing 2023 Atlantic hurricane season has been upgraded to an “above normal” level of activity due to the current oceanic and atmospheric conditions, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center. This adjustment comes in response to record-warm sea surface temperatures and other environmental factors. Previously categorized as “near normal,” … Continued
Virgin Islands Culture was on display on August 9th for the East End/Long Look Cultural Experience. Residents and visitors spent the day at the Greenland Field where they had the opportunity to see and experience a variety of domestic and commercial tools, toys and machines which would have been used by those living in the … Continued
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy Mather has called for greater diversification in the government’s approach to creating employment opportunities for the public against the backdrop of a $1 million allocation for the RATED Programme. Mather told the House of Assembly that while he is pleased to see this increased level of investment, there needs to be … Continued
As the Territory gears up for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year, a series of comprehensive remedial works on public schools is underway across the territory. Honourable Sharie B. de Castro, Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, announced that a proactive initiative has been launched to address long-standing maintenance issues within the school infrastructure. Minister … Continued
During a press engagement earlier this week, Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley provided an update on his government’s intention to bring forth the territory’s first referendum. The Premier, who recently announced that the resolution for the referendum had been gazetted, said that there is significant legislative work that needs to take place before the … Continued
Leader of the Opposition, At Large Representative the Honourable Ronnie Skelton, has shared the view that while certain acts on schedule for the Emancipation Festival Village do have an audience in the Territory, they do not reflect the true nature of what the Emancipation Festival is known to represent. He spoke at a recent sitting … Continued
Police Commissioner Mark Collins recently faced questions from the press surrounding expressions of concern in the community on the presence or lack there of, of police officers in District 2 – more specifically, Cane Garden Bay. Collins proceeded by first addressing claims that the Police Station in CGB has been closed. He went on to … Continued
