Photo credit: Caribbean Business Report The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), through its Office of Integrity, Compliance, and Accountability (ICA), is today hosting a free virtual “Expert Forum on Anti-Corruption in the Age of AI” in observance of International Anti-Corruption Day. The forum is bringing together global experts to discuss the opportunities and risks artificial intelligence […]
Photo credit: Caribbean Business Report The Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) announces the election of Mr. Daniel Best, a native of Barbados, as the seventh President of the institution. This decision underscores the Bank’s commitment to visionary leadership and sustainable development across the Caribbean region. Mr. Best brings a wealth of […]
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued an alert warning businesses against price gouging of essential items amid a strong lake effect snowstorm bringing heavy snow to Western New York. A state of emergency has been declared by the Governor in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Franklin, Genesee, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, […]
By Pearl Phillip I miss my favorite Health Shop, Perlandra, where I used to buy strawberry banana bread. I have three bananas that are too ripe to eat, but they are still good not to be thrown away. What does a girl do? I decided to make my very own Banana Strawberry Bread. Here’s my […]
C&W Communications, the operators of Flow, Flow Business, C&W Business and BTC, has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering gender equality and supporting efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV) as it joins the global movement for the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Marking the world’s approach to the 30th anniversary of the […]
By Caribbean Business Report Grenada amassed EC$488 million through investment applications and project approvals in the year 2023, with its Investment Promotion Agency (IPA), being responsible for 81 per cent of the temporary jobs created that year. The EC$488 million was a 55 per cent increase compared to 2022, according to the Grenada Investment Development […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. While it’s perfectly reasonable to part ways with a spouse when the marriage is no longer tenable, it’s essential to remember: don’t divorce your children or your money. Divorce is a challenging chapter in life, but for many men, the emotional toll is compounded by financial and parental missteps. While it’s […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens The dream of car ownership often turns into a financial nightmare for many unsuspecting consumers. Across the United States, predatory car dealerships exploit vulnerable buyers by selling overpriced vehicles, commonly referred to as “lemons,” financed through high-interest loans. These practices often lead to financial ruin for consumers, culminating in bad credit […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Undocumented women in the United States face unique vulnerabilities that often expose them to exploitation. Among these risks is a pattern of abuse in which sex predators exploit their undocumented status by entering into manipulative marriages, not for love but as a means of control. These predators exploit the woman’s dependence […]
By Joy L. Campbell, jamaicans.com Christmas time in Jamaica is all about the vibrant traditions that make the season truly special. From the cool island breeze and bustling Grand Markets to the rich flavours of black fruit cake and sorrel, the festive spirit is unmistakable. These cherished customs, passed down through generations, bring Jamaicans closer and infuse […]