Charlestown, Nevis (October 12, 2026) The Nevis Solid Waste Management Authority has shipped approximately 13 metric tons of recyclable materials to the Dominican Republic, marking the fourth such shipment from Nevis and the 11th recycling container exported across St. Kitts and Nevis. The shipment, which took place on October 8, included 21 large bales and […]

Charlestown, Nevis (October 12, 2026) The Nevis Disaster Management Department commenced its week of activities marking International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR) 2026 with a thanksgiving service on Sunday, October 11, at Iglesia Asambleas de Dios (Assemblies of God Church) in Stoney Grove. The service provided an opportunity for reflection and spiritual encouragement as […]

People in Auckland in need of mental health or addiction support will have another place to turn for faster access to support, with a new peer-led Crisis Recovery Café officially opening in Mt Eden, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best environment for someone experiencing mental distress. They can be […]

The UK is set to deepen its work with the international Jewish community to stamp out antisemitism, following a UK-hosted meeting coordinating efforts against rising antisemitic behaviour and strengthening support for Jewish people everywhere. The Foreign Secretary today hosted the J7 Global Task Force in London, bringing together national Jewish organisations and representatives from the […]

Scottish food and drink businesses are set to gain new opportunities to sell their products in India thanks to a senior UK Government trade mission kicking off today [Monday 12 October]. Salmon Scotland, the Scotch Whisky Association and a number of Scottish companies, including Walker’s Shortbread, will join Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander and two senior […]

Security arrangements for high-profile public figures will be urgently examined to ensure those most at risk are better protected amid rising threats to their safety. The horrific murder of Ann Widdecombe is one of several recent events to raise serious questions about the security of those in public life. In response, the Home Secretary has today announced […]

Following a comprehensive, multi-phase due diligence review, the Department of War has determined that significant operational and managerial improvements at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works (BIW) have established the capacity and stability necessary to support the potential construction of a second guided-missile destroyer (DDG). The Department’s thorough review evaluated production throughput, schedule adherence, quality assurance […]

A Colombian national charged in two separate federal indictments involving the alleged laundering of more than $2 billion in connection with Venezuelan government bribery schemes will make his initial appearance on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 13, in the Southern District of Florida to face federal prosecution. Alvaro Pulido Vargas, also known as “German Enrique […]

The Department of Justice today announced updated emergency scheduling actions targeting 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and three potent opioid substances related to 7-OH: mitragynine pseudoindoxyl (MGPI), MGM-15, and MGM-16. “Dangerous and addictive opioids do not belong behind convenience store counters,” said Attorney General Todd Blanche. “Our nation’s children and communities deserve protection from harmful substances like 7-OH […]

St. Kitts recorded more than 116,000 air arrivals in the first eight months of 2026, while visitor spending through Visa transactions surpassed US$34.5 million, as the tourism sector prepares for another busy season. Minister of Tourism Marsha Henderson provided the latest figures during a Ministry of Tourism press conference on Thursday, October 1, marking the […]