As small island developing states (SIDS) face the brunt of climate change, the economic and social impacts of the post-COVID-19 era, and staggering debt burdens, the international community is gathering in earnest on the Caribbean island of Antigua and Barbuda to review their sustainable development progress. The fourth international conference on SIDS is a crucial […]
Wesley J. Hall, a prominent business leader and a staunch advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion, has been elected as the next chancellor of the University of Toronto. Hall will begin his three-year term on July 1, 2024, becoming the 35th chancellor in the university’s history since its founding in 1827. Hall’s election by U […]
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has called for youth clubs and service organizations to teach young people the responsible use and power of firearms. Speaking at the closing of the annual Tradewinds multinational military exercise at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre on Thursday, Mottley emphasized the need for proactive measures to address rising gun crime in […]
Antigua’s acclaimed film ‘Deep Blue,’ produced by HaMafilms, is set to captivate audiences in a whole new way as it receives a special cinematic format, promising viewers an immersive experience. Partnering with Laparkan, a reputable licensed Air and Ocean Cargo Freight organization, HaMafilms Antigua has arranged two exclusive screenings at Caribbean Cinemas Antigua. Mark Thomas, […]
In an impressive feat, Belize, Jamaica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines have received prestigious certification from the World Health Organization (WHO) for their successful elimination of HIV and syphilis transmission from mother to child. This groundbreaking achievement was celebrated at a ceremony held in Kingston, Jamaica, organized by the Pan American Health Organization […]
In a bid to address the growing issue of illegal firearms and ammunition, St Kitts and Nevis has initiated a 15-day gun amnesty, effective from Friday, May 10 to Saturday, May 25, 2024. This move follows the recent enactment of the Firearms (Amendment) Bill 2024. Prime Minister Terrance Drew announced the gun amnesty in Parliament, […]
The year 2024 is witnessing a surge in travel with no signs of slowing down. According to Tripadvisor, 93% of North Americans are planning to maintain or increase their travel expenditures compared to last year. For nearly half of these travelers, international adventures are on the horizon, many of which will lead to the sun-drenched […]
Caribbean athletes showcased their prowess at the Wanda Diamond League in Doha, Qatar, with Bahamian 400m Olympic Champion Steven Gardiner and Jamaican long jump finalist Carey McLeod seizing victory in their respective events. McLeod, who had previously finished fourth at the Xiamen meet, demonstrated significant improvement to claim the top spot in the men’s long […]
The skies above Guyana saw a display of American military might on May 9th, as two Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet strike fighters conducted a flyover with the collaboration and approval of the Guyanese government. This display comes at a time when the small South American nation is embroiled in a heated border dispute with neighboring […]
By Lincoln DePradine Grenada Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, who visited Toronto in February, is returning to Canada, where he’ll meet with Grenadian nationals and update them on the work on his government that will be celebrating two years in office next month. The prime minister, and leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party, is […]
