Regional News
Jamaican PM announces reduction on electricity consumption tax
Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, announced a 53 per cent reduction in the General Consumption Tax (GCT) on electricity from the current 15...
Bahamas murder toll climbs to 109
An investigation has been launched into The Bahamas’ latest murder.
The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) said gunshots were heard around 11pm in an area...
Tropical Depression Nineteen Threatens Honduras with Flash Flooding and Storm Surge
The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) is closely tracking Tropical Depression Nineteen, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and life-threatening flash flooding to...
Prime Minister Mottley Calls on World Leaders to Fund Global Climate Crisis Mitigation at...
Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Mottley urged world leaders on Tuesday to commit to capitalising funds to aid in the mitigation of the global...
Grenada PM recognised on 2024 TIME100 Climate list
TIME has named Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell to the 2024 TIME100 Climate list, recognising the 100 most innovative leaders driving business climate action.
Dickon...
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Eastern Cuba Amid Ongoing Crises
Eastern Cuba experienced a 6.8 magnitude earthquake on Sunday, adding to the island’s recent series of hardships.
The quake’s epicenter was about 25 miles south...
Haiti’s prime minister ousted after six months
Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille has been fired by the country's ruling council less than six months after he took office.
An executive order, signed...
Child charged with manslaughter in Guyana
An 11-year-old boy in Guyana has been charged with manslaughter and will return to the Children’s Court on November 11.
The accused has been remanded...
CARAH to honour 8 Caribbean nationals
The 31st Caribbean American Heritage (CARAH) Awards Gala will recognise the exceptional achievements and groundbreaking contributions of Caribbean American leaders across various sectors, including...
Child dies after swallowing thumb tack
A private primary school in Guyana has released surveillance footage to combat allegations about a teacher's response to a fatal incident where a six-year-old...
