On December 3rd, Caribbean Airlines launched direct flights to the French Caribbean Island of Martinique, a significant step in the airline’s vision to connect the Caribbean seamlessly and sustainably. Flights between Trinidad and Tobago and Martinique will operate four (4) times weekly—on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Two (2) of these flights will be nonstop, … Continued
Caribbean Airlines has announced the launch of Caribbean Iere Mas (CIM), its first J’ouvert band, as part of the airline’s Caribbean Culture Program. This initiative celebrates the vibrant identity of the Caribbean region while providing an unforgettable experience for employees, customers, and Carnival enthusiasts alike. The CIM band promises an exciting, fun-filled, and safe J’ouvert … Continued
The 2024 General Election concluded on November 5 in the United States Virgin Islands, with unofficial results revealing voter turnout and top candidates in both the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix districts. In the St. Thomas-St. John District, turnout was notably low, with just 22.99% of registered voters casting 7,166 ballots. Milton E. Potter … Continued
Saint Lucia’s sprint sensation and reigning Olympic 100-metre champion Julien Alfred has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Female Athlete of the Paris 2024 Olympics by the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). Alfred, who clinched gold in the women’s 100-metre and silver in the 200-metre at the Paris Games, received the honour on Wednesday during … Continued
Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Ebanks-Wilks and Turner, and Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden resigned from the Government effective immediately. Grand Cayman 31 Oct, 2024 – Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Turner and Ebanks[1]Wilks along with Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden announced today they had resigned from the UPM Government effective immediately. Former Deputy Premier and MP … Continued
On October 25, 2024, the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations (CFPWA) proudly hosted the True Blue Beauty Pageant, celebrating the outstanding contributions and achievements of female police officers from across the region. The event took place at the prestigious John E. St. Luce Finance & Conference Center, St. John, Antigua and Barbuda and showcased … Continued
Violent protests over high living costs on the French Caribbean island of Martinique have resulted in one death and multiple injuries, authorities have reported. A man succumbed to gunshot wounds amid clashes between demonstrators and police, which also left 12 officers injured, one by gunfire. The fatality occurred during a looting incident at a shopping … Continued
The government of Guyana has announced significant progress toward achieving self-sufficiency in livestock feed production by 2025. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha confirmed that for the first time in the nation’s history, Guyana is producing its own corn and soybeans—key ingredients in livestock feed. Speaking at the commissioning of a new soil chemical services laboratory at … Continued
The Saint Lucia Kings secured their first-ever Caribbean Premier League (CPL) championship Sunday night, defeating the Guyana Amazon Warriors by six wickets in a nail-biting final at the Guyana National Stadium. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, the Kings’ bowlers dominated early, removing opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz in the first over and limiting the … Continued
The Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines has announced a US$10,000 gift to Vincentian Olympic athlete Shafiqua Maloney in recognition of her groundbreaking performance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves made the announcement during a welcome reception for Maloney, who has returned home after her stellar season on the … Continued
