The former director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Carissa F. Etienne, died Friday of an apparent heart failure at her residence in the United States. Etienne, who recently retired after 10 years as director, was declared Director-Emeritus on September 30, 2022, at the 30th Pan American Sanitary Conference. She was 71 years … Continued
Tensions continue to rise between Guyana and Venezuela relating to the ownership of the mineral and forest-rich Essequibo, with Guyana strengthening its military through a continued partnership with the United States Army. The US Embassy recently reported that the leadership from the US Army 1st Security Force Assistance Brigade (SFAB) and the Guyana Defense Force … Continued
Devastating floods brought on by torrential rainfall have left at least 21 people dead in the Dominican Republic, authorities reported. The heavy rains over the weekend also displaced thousands and caused extensive damage. Among the dead were 9 people killed Saturday when rains caused a highway tunnel wall in the capital of Santo Domingo to … Continued
Organizers of the Caribbean Baking Awards 2024 say they are excited to announce the commencement of the 1st Annual Caribbean Baking Awards being held in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. This pioneering event is destined to celebrate the sumptuous richness of Caribbean baking and the talented artisans behind those mouthwatering concoctions. The team said, “We are … Continued
A “no drinking” advisory has been issued for the entire potable water system in St. Croix, USVI, advising residents to refrain from drinking tap water until it is confirmed as safe to consume. The advisory was issued by USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr., following recent water quality concerns in the region. Just last week, tests … Continued
Montagne Pelée (Mount Pelée) and Northern Pitons’ of Martinique has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. A World Heritage Site is a place that is listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having special cultural or physical significance. The designation is based on the representation of volcanic elements, … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has launched a survey on mental health and well-being issues experienced by youth across the Caribbean. The launch, which took place on October 10th, coincided with World Mental Health Day, held under the theme “mental health is a universal human right.” … Continued
Dominica has elected its first-ever woman head of state, a decision that has been both celebrated and contested. In a vote of 20 to 5, Dominican lawmakers elected 58-year-old Sylvanie Burton, the government’s nominee. Six government ministers and one opposition legislator were absent for various reasons. Burton faced a challenge from Anette Sanford, but ultimately … Continued
An ongoing fire at the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands (USVI), has resulted in Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issuing an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency throughout the neighbouring territory. According to information from the USVI’s Government House, the landfill has been on fire since September 14 and has resulted … Continued
In a recent document published by the White House entitled “Memorandum on Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2024”, President Joe Biden named five Caribbean Countries among countries considered as major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries. The countries named on the list are … Continued
