Regional News
OAS discusses Venezuela crisis
The Organization of American States (OAS) held a special meeting on the crisis in Venezuela yesterday, triggering a furious reaction from the Venezuelan government...
Incidences of food borne ailments on the rise in the Caribbean region
Thousands of people in the Caribbean are reported to experience food-borne illnesses every year, after exposure to contaminated food or drink.
Persons affected usually experience...
Eastern Caribbean Central Bank back to making a profit
After three years of losses, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) has posted a profit, and Governor Timothy Antoine said the institution will continue...
Body of missing Trinidad and Tobago woman found dumped in field
A 23 year old woman who went missing in Trinidad on Tuesday has been found, dead.
According to the Trinidad Express, Sharlene Somai was killed...
Trade row looms between Jamaica and Brazil over ‘bully beef’ ban
Jamaica and Brazil appear to be heading towards a trade row over the island’s ban on corned beef imported from that South American country...
Caribbean tourism officials optimistic after Brussels visit
Caribbean tourism officials have visited Brussels for talks with the European Union (EU), as the United Kingdom prepares to leave the 28-member bloc.
A statement...
Government bans corned beef from Brazil amid rotten meat scandal
Jamaica’s Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries has imposed an immediate import ban on corned beef from Brazil.
According to Observer News, the ministry...
St. Kitts-Nevis to launch marijuana decriminalization dialogue
St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister, Dr. Timothy Harris, says his government is ready for open dialogue with the relevant stakeholders on the issue...
Two charged with Woman Police officer’s murder in Trinidad
A close male friend of murdered woman police constable (WPC) Nyasha Joseph, along with a female friend of his are expected to appear before...
St. Lucia-born Nobel Laureate Sir Derek Walcott dies at age 87
The St. Lucia-born Nobel Laureate Sir Derek Walcott, died today after a prolonged illness at age 87.
According to CMC News, relatives, who were by...
