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St. Kitts and Nevis making waves as 1st destination on Icon of the Seas’ maiden voyage
In an exceptional milestone for its cruise tourism sector, the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis became the prestigious first stop for the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Part of the esteemed Royal Caribbean Fleet, the Icon of the Seas chose St. Kitts and Nevis as its…
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Intruder rapes 91-year-old grandmother in Jamaica
“Mi frighten till mi almost dead!” That is how the 91-year-old woman who was raped in Darliston, Westmoreland recounted the traumatic ordeal that has turned her world upside down. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP On Monday the woman recounted how she was awakened by a noise at her window, only to find…
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Caribbean Family Planning Affiliation Headquarters relocates from Antigua to Grenada, marking a milestone
In a momentous ceremony held on Friday, January 26, at the St. George’s University (SGU), the Caribbean Family Planning Affiliation (CFPA) celebrated the relocation of its headquarters to St. George’s, Grenada. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Dr. Rosmond Adams, President of the Board of Directors, eloquently underscored the move as a testament…
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Advisor to Guyana government resigns to concentrate on forming new airline
The Guyana government advisor on aviation, Lenox Shuman, announced Friday that he had resigned his post in order to concentrate on establishing a new airline, El Dorado Air. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP “I take this opportunity to thank the Government for giving me the opportunity to serve the people of Guyana.…
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New Regional Ferry Project Launched by Private Sector Consortium Conceived at Caribbean Investment Forum
Caribbean Investment Forum brought together members of ‘Connect Caribe’ ferry consortium ‘Connect Caribe’ expects to launch a cargo and passenger ferry service in region by Q4 of 2024 Consortium aims to reduce region’s food import bill, enhance transportation, and create jobs A private sector-led regional ferry service, set to be launched at the end of…
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CDB president sent on administrative leave until April
The President of the Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), Dr Hyginus ‘Gene’ Leon, has been sent on administrative leave until April this year, as “an ongoing administrative process” continues at the region’s premier financial institution. Well placed sources told the Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC) that Leon’s computer and tablet have been seized and are questioning…
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Trinidad records first case of JN.1 COVID variant
Health authorities in Trinidad and Tobago have confirmed the first case of the JN.1 variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as the country continues to record an increase in deaths associated with the virus in recent weeks. A statement from the Ministry of Health said that while there is no evidence to suggest that JN.1 causes…
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Adlai Smith: St. Kitts and Nevis’ good governance suite of legislation is most robust in the Caribbean
The suite of good governance legislation passed in 2023, in the St. Kitts and Nevis National Assembly, has been highly rated by Adlai Smith, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The suite of legislation entails the Anti-Corruption Act, the Whistleblowers Protection Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Integrity in Public Life Act, the Unauthorized Disclosure…
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14-year-old abducted, raped by 3 men in Jamaica
A 14-year-old girl was reportedly abducted and raped by three men in St James on Tuesday. The men reportedly pulled the student into their car while she was on her way to school, the police said. A manhunt has since been launched for the abductors. Reports are that around 8:00 am, the teen was heading…
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Archbishop Malzaire forbids blessing of sinful unions in Diocese of Roseau
Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire has made it clear that clergymen in the Diocese of Roseau, and also the Archdiocese of Castries, are not permitted to bless any sinful union but the church remains open to anyone who sincerely asks for a blessing on his or her journey to God. He was speaking in light of a…
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Dominica media personality Ferdina Framption dies
Dominica mourns the loss of Ferdina Frampton, the esteemed host of “In the Spot Light Radio Show” on Q95 fm Radio and an employee of FLOW Dominica. Frampton’s sudden passing has left the nation in shock and sadness. Recognized for her significant contributions to the media industry, she played a vital role at Flow Dominica,…