By Eturbonews | Editorial Credit: byvalet / shutterstock.com As Jamaica prepares for another record-breaking year in tourist arrivals, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has heaped praises on workers and partners in the industry for their continued sterling contribution. The importance of showing appreciation to tourism workers and industry stakeholders, was underscored by Minister Bartlett at the […]
Editorial credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com NEW YORK – New York State Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert urging New Yorkers to protect their privacy when using mobile phone messaging. The FBI and other federal agencies recently warned Americans of coordinated attacks on U.S. telecom wireless networks that may have allowed hackers […]
By Sir Ronald Sanders As gang violence spirals out of control in Haiti, the limitations of international efforts to restore order, including a Kenyan-led security mission, have laid bare the depth of the crisis. A nation already on its knees now faces an even darker abyss. Haiti’s tragedy serves as a stark reminder that no […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Ron Adar / Shutterstock.com Being arrested in New York City is an overwhelming and frightening experience. Whether you were wrongly accused or made a mistake, knowing your rights and taking the appropriate steps can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. New York’s criminal justice system is […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: BrandonKleinPhoto / shutterstock.com New York City, with its bustling streets and extensive public transportation network, sees millions of residents and visitors commuting daily. Unfortunately, crime incidents sometimes occur, leaving victims in distress. To aid those affected, NYC offers a comprehensive range of benefits and resources tailored to victims […]
Photo: CARICOM Press The Caribbean Meteorological Council (CMC), the ministerial-level organ of the Caribbean Meteorological Organization (CMO) which represents 16 Member States, convened its 67th Session (CMC67) on 21-22 November 2024, in Tortola, Virgin Islands (British) at Maria’s By The Sea. Under the auspices of the Government of the Virgin Islands, the CMC focused on […]
By Greg B. Smith, THE CITY | Photo Credit: Hiram Alejandro Durán/ THE CITY The ex-lieutenant governor faces charges tied to his 2021 bid for city comptroller and alleged abuse — first exposed by THE CITY — of public campaign matching dollars. Former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin is back on track to face trial on corruption […]
By Caribbean News Report In an effort to address the Federation’s growing water woes, the government of St. Kitts and Nevis is making considerable investments into the building and commissioning of desalination plants, as a means to provide a continuous, reliable, and sustainable supply of potable water for St. Kitts and Nevis, serving as a […]
By Caribbean News Report | Editorial credit: fokke baarssen / shutterstock.com Schools, sports clubs, healthcare advocates, and community welfare organizations across Saint Lucia received a boost to their programs through donations totalling XCD15,800 from CIBC Caribbean. The bank hosted an intimate handover ceremony where beneficiaries shared their visions for community development and social impact. Representatives […]
By Caribbean News Report On December 3, 2024, Ambassador Perti Ikonen of Finland visited the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission for an important meeting aimed at fostering deeper collaboration between Finland and the OECS region. The Ambassador was welcomed by key members of the OECS Commission. In his opening remarks, Ambassador Ikonen […]
