Source: Loop News People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Presidential candidate Dr Irfaan Ali has been declared the winner of Guyana’s disputed Regional and General Elections. The declaration came from the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Sunday afternoon following a meeting of GECOM Commissioners and Chairman Claudette Singh.Hours earlier, Singh had facilitated a call between President David … Continued
Communities across the region have a unique opportunity to hail those special heroes, who in the darkest moments of the Covid-19 crisis, shone brightest. Regional bank CIBC FirstCaribbean today launched its First Caribbean Unsung Frontline Heroes initiative aimed at giving persons the opportunity to nominate essential workers and persons from their communities who put service above self and … Continued
By Nina Burleigh Last year, more than 31 million people visited the Caribbean, more than half of them from the United States. I was one of them. Together, we contributed $59 billion to the region’s 2019 gross domestic product — accounting for a whopping 50 to 90 percent of the G.D.P. for most of the countries, … Continued
VI Consortium Coronavirus cases in the U.S. Virgin Islands continue to grow, with Dept. of Health officials on Monday reporting that younger Virgin Islanders were spreading the disease to their older, more vulnerable family members. On Monday, 24 coronavirus cases were reported. That’s on top of some 32 positive cases reported over the weekend. And … Continued
VOA News The Bahamas began a two-week national lockdown yesterday Tuesday due to a spike in coronavirus cases. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced the restriction in a national address Monday night, saying the decision was based on the advice of health experts. Minnis said, officials will evaluate the impact of the lockdown after two … Continued
VI Consortium Today August 1st, 2020, is the Democratic Party Primary Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Today’s results will determine the Democrats who will compete in the general election which is scheduled for November. The seats being contested include Senate, Democratic National Committee Woman, Territorial Committee At-Large, Board of Education, Democratic Party District … Continued
The Washington Post KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s high court ruled Friday that a school was within its rights to demand that a girl cut her dreadlocks to attend classes, a surprise decision that touched on issues of identity and one the most recognizable symbols of the island’s Rastafarian culture. The ruling by the Supreme Court … Continued
NOW GRENADA The Government of Grenada announces its commercial travel requirements. Grenada’s borders will reopen for regional travel from 15 July 2020. Borders will reopen for international passengers from 1 August. All travelers must agree to the requirements before being allowed to book and travel to Grenada. All travelers must complete, sign and submit a … Continued
Source: Loop Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic which continues to wreak havoc on several industries globally, the Anguillan government has decided to move forward with a J’ouvert, boat racing and a concert featuring senior and junior calypsonians to commemorate their Emancipation carnival. While residents on many other islands were left disappointed and yearning for their … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM – Governor Albert Bryan announced during a 7:30 a.m. press briefing that he lifted the curfew imposed at midnight last night at 6:00 a.m. this morning, proclaiming, “The good news is it’s a bright sun-shinning day in the Virgin Islands.” Mr. Bryan also said government employees should report to work — whether in-person … Continued
