ROSEAU, Dominica, Jul 24, CMC – The Dominica government says it will commission its 10-megawatt geothermal power plant on July 31 as the country continues with efforts to transition to a cleaner, more resilient energy sector. Energy Minister Dr. Vince Henderson, speaking on the state-owned DBS Radio, said he had received a report earlier this […]
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PM welcomes new initiative to brand St. Vincent and the Grenadines
KINGSTOWN, ST. Vincent, Jul 24, CMC -Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday has welcomed InterCaribbean Airways as “an important partner” in improving regional travel as the airline Thursday unveiled one of its aircraft bearing the national flag and the name “Spirit of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines”. Friday described the aircraft as a “branded flying ambassador” […]
Guyana: Government tightens ferry safety procedures following MV Barima tragedy
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Jul 24, CMC – Recovery teams have retrieved one more body from the wreck of the MV Barima, as a multi-agency operation involving local and international divers continued on Friday to locate those still missing following the maritime tragedy. President Irfaan Ali, providing an update while meeting with the families of those still missing […]
Guyana: Mother and three children buried as search continues for more bodies of Guyana’s worst maritme disaster
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Jul 24, CMC – A mother and three of her children were laid to rest on Friday as a sense of unimaginable heartbreak engulfed Bush Lot in Region Five as friends and relatives said a final goodbye to the latest victims of Guyana’s worst maritime disaster when the MV Barima that capsized last […]
Reggae Boyz, T&T given tough Nations League draws
MIAMI, United States, Jul 24, CMC – Both Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago will have to navigate their way through challenging Concacaf Nations League groups when the competition kicks off in September. Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz have been drawn in a tough Group B of League A with fellow Concacaf powerhouses Honduras and Guatemala, as well as […]
Iran war and Trump tariffs fuel higher gas prices and renewed inflation risks
The affordability crisis is revving up again. The war in Iran and Trump’s tariffs are pushing prices up and raising fears of renewed inflation.
Ryan Reynolds-backed distillery closes as share of Americans drinking alcohol hits new low
Ryan Reynolds’ Portland gin distillery – once advertised as “Disneyland for adults” – just poured its last drink. It comes as booze brands struggle to adapt with barely half of Americans saying they consume alcohol, a record low. NBC News’ Camila Bernal reports.
Great Britain: Cross-Government Roundtable Explores Climate Scenarios
Climate and risk specialists from the Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) partnered with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) to host a cross-government roundtable on climate scenarios. The event, during London Climate Action Week, brought together representatives from 8 government organisations to: share experience identify common challenges explore how climate scenarios can support policymaking and […]
Great Britain: Big Win For Scotch Whisky As US Tariffs Are Lifted
As a result of engagement led by the UK Government, distilleries and whisky drinkers on both sides of the Atlantic will be raising a glass to celebrate a landmark day for the beloved product as US tariffs are lifted. From today [24 July], whisky from the UK will now have zero tariffs following the agreement […]
United States: Texas Governor Abbott Surveys Flood Damage In Cotulla, Requests Additional Counties For Major Disaster Declaration
Governor Greg Abbott today surveyed flood damage and held a briefing and press conference to provide an update on the state’s ongoing response to recent severe flooding. “The preparation and response of local leaders, first responders, volunteers, and residents truly saved lives,” said Governor Abbott. “I want to thank everyone who stepped up to protect […]