Photo: Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness By Harry Johnson | eTurboNews Jamaica’s Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has declared Jamaica a disaster area for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl approaches the island. He made the announcement during a national broadcast on Tuesday evening (July 2). “After careful review of the trajectory […]
Editorial credit: Jeiner Huete_P / Shutterstock.com Hurricane Beryl is currently tracking westward across the Caribbean and is projected to reach southern Jamaica by Wednesday, according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm has reached a dangerous Category 5 status, marking the earliest occurrence of this category in Atlantic records. After devastating the Windward Islands, where […]
Photo courtesy: Guyana Department of Public Information By Guyana Department of Public Information Guyana and the United States have further solidified their partnership through continuous collaboration and investments, bolstering ties across key sectors and contributing to significant economic and social advancements. US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot highlighted the robust ties in sectors including law […]
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Photo courtesy: Guyana Department of Public Information By Guyana Department of Public Information Although Guyana is rich in resources, the nation’s true strength lies in its ability to produce and export food globally. The government has developed an extensive agricultural plan that will be seamlessly integrated into the country’s overarching […]
By Department of Public Information The government is prioritizing the security of the country’s borders to prevent illegal activities such as drug trafficking, unauthorized migrant, and the transportation of weapons. In recent months, the administration has closely collaborated with countries such as France, Brazil, the United States, the United Kingdom, and even the regional bloc […]
Photo courtesy: MPE Caribbean Report Newsletter Caribbean Week in New York, held June 16-21, 2024, at the InterContinental New York Times Square, lived up to its expectations and offered delegates from the region and in the marketplace engaging discussions, networking, and a wholesome celebration of the rich cultural diversity of our region. Held under the […]
Government has moved to correct what appears to be an injustice for pensioners who currently collect less than $500 monthly. Prime Minister Pierre, with the support of his Cabinet committed to improved financial payment to pensioners. Before July 2021, government pensioners earned as little as $314 monthly, while the National Insurance Corporation (NIC) paid out […]
Photo courtesy: Caribbean Tourism Organization By Caribbean Tourism Organization NEW YORK (June 25, 2024) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) celebrated the winners of the 2024 prestigious Caribbean Media Awards, presented at a luncheon event held during Caribbean Week in New York at the InterContinental New York Times Square last week. Celebrating excellence in journalism, […]
Photo courtesy: MPE Caribbean Report Newsletter Discipline, self-confidence, truthfulness, humility, and being in the company of great role models and peers were some of the secrets to success shared by West Indies cricket legend Joel “Big Bird” Garner during a Cricket Ceremony and Watch Party held by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) during Caribbean Week […]
On June 5, 2024, at the University of the West Indies Regional Headquarters in Jamaica, CCRIF SPC, in collaboration with The UWI, held the first Resilience Dialogue as part of the Ivan +20 initiative, under the theme, “Reflecting on 20 years post Hurricane Ivan” alongside a time capsule event “Messaging the Future – Our Vision […]