Editorial credit: orenthomasphotography / Shutterstock.com By PAHO | January 11, 2024 Kingston, Jamaica, January 11, 2024 (PAHO) – The concern about the persistently high rates of road traffic deaths on Jamaica’s roads took center stage at today’s National Road Safety Council (NRSC) Review Meeting in Kingston. Despite proactive efforts by the government through the NRSC, the […]
By Sheena Forde-Craigg | January 10, 2024 | BGIS Developing Barbados’ sports and culture sectors was the focal point of discussion between the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Barbados, Yanet Cárdenas, and Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment, Charles Griffith. The discussion took place today during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s […]
Editorial credit: Ruben Martinez Barricarte / Shutterstock.com By NPR Staff | January 2, 2024 | npr.org Harvard University President Claudine Gay announced Tuesday afternoon that she will step aside following new accusations of plagiarism. Her resignation comes just six months after she was appointed in the top job. A letter from Gay, the university’s first […]
Editorial credit: Kristi Blokhin / Shutterstock.com U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing policy guidance regarding the F and M student nonimmigrant classifications, including the agency’s role in adjudicating applications for employment authorization, change of status, extension of stay, and reinstatement of status for these students and their dependents in the United States. This […]
By Leo Gilling Leaders are not without blame for painting a picture that crime is easily solvable. Not so. Problems like high crime built up over the years do not disappear at the stroke of a wand. No matter how much money is infused. If it appears resolved quickly, watch for the reappearance elsewhere. High […]
As the in-coming Chairman of CARICOM, I extend warm New Year’s greetings to all citizens across our beloved Caribbean Community. May 2024 be for all of us, a year of good remembrance. The last six months of 2023 saw CARICOM under the Chairmanship of the Honorable Roosevelt Skerrit, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica. […]
Bermuda has officially joined the Caribbean Association of Investment Promotion Agencies as its 24th member. The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) will contribute to CAIPA’s mission of promoting the region as a premier business destination, with CEO David Hart expressing enthusiasm for the partnership. This inclusion, celebrated during CAIPA’s Online Annual General Meeting, signifies a […]
St. Vincent and the Grenadines at a Glance Location: St. Vincent and the Grenadines is situated in the southern Caribbean Sea. It is part of the Lesser Antilles chain of islands and is located 100 miles to the west of Barbados and 50 miles north of Grenada. Islands:Â The country is made up of 32 islands […]
Courtesy: CAIPA Message from the CAIPA President: Ronald Theodore, CEO of GIDC As an eventful 2023 ends, I am proud of the achievements of the Association despite the many challenges faced. The year 2023 has been marked by strategic collaborations, global forums, and initiatives to foster investment, build connections, and showcase the immense potential within […]
Photo Courtesy: Press Secretary Office Season’s Greetings my fellow Citizens and residents of Saint Kitts and Nevis, As we gather in the spirit of joy and celebration during this festive season, I extend heartfelt greetings to each and every one of you. This time of year holds profound significance for our beloved Federation, serving as an […]
