BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (March 11, 2026) — The economy of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to demonstrate resilience and positive growth as the government works to reduce its reliance on the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its 2026 Article IV Mission report, revenues from the CBI programme […]
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Debaters from Across the Leewards Converge on Nevis for LIDC 54
NIA CHARLESTOWN, Nevis (March 12, 2026) — Six teams from across the Leeward Islands are competing in the 54th edition of the Leeward Islands Debating Competition (LIDC), taking place on Nevis from March 12 to 15. The Nevis Island Administration (NIA), through the Ministry of Education and in collaboration with the Nevis Literary and Debating […]
Great Britain: Protecting Families From Heating Oil Profiteering Is Top Of The Prime Minister’s Agenda As He Visits Belfast
As global events continue to impact the daily lives of communities across the UK, the Prime Minister is visiting Belfast today (Thursday 12 March) to highlight his relentless focus on cutting the cost of living for working people. Recognising that the majority of households in Northern Ireland rely on heating oil to heat their homes, […]
Great Britain: Government Breaks Down Barriers To Help More Women And Girls Enter The Tech Sector
Women at every stage of their careers are set to benefit from new government measures announced today, aimed at boosting female participation in tech. Women remain significantly underrepresented in tech, and the cost is substantial with the economy losing an estimated £2 to £3.5 billion every year as women leave the sector – today’s package is targeted […]
United States: Kentucky Gov. Beshear To Host 58th Annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast
Frankfort, Ky. – Gov. Andy Beshear will host the 58th annual Governor’s Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, March 12, at the William Exum Center at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. The theme for this year’s Prayer Breakfast is “Fostering Unity and Love.” The event begins at 7:30 a.m. EDT (doors open at 7 a.m.), and Energy and […]
United States: First Lady Cecilia Abbott, OneStar Foundation Announce Recipients Of The 42nd Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards
First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the Governor’s Volunteer Awards, today announced the recipients of the 42nd Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, honoring individuals, groups, and organizations whose volunteer service is strengthening communities and inspiring others across Texas. Presented in collaboration with OneStar Foundation, the awards recognize exceptional leadership, dedication, and impact through service over the […]
United States: Governor Abbott, AT&T Deliver 150 Laptops To Los Fresnos CISD Students
Governor Greg Abbott today joined AT&T to distribute laptops to Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) students. “The reason why we’re here is because 150 seniors have demonstrated that they’re either ready to go to college or ready to go straight into a career,” said Governor Abbott. “Over the past two years, we’ve invested […]
Police Investigate Wounding Incident In Camps
March 11, 2026 The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) is investigating a serious wounding incident that occurred at a residence on Amory Drive in Camps during the morning hours of March 10, 2026. Police responded to reports of a disturbance at approximately 7:00 a.m. Upon arrival, officers were informed that Mrs. Anita […]
Edwards, Thomas Charged with Firearm and Ammunition Possession
March 11, 2026 Officers of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) recovered a firearm and ammunition during a vehicle stop and search along the Island Main Road at Conaree, St. Kitts, on March 4, 2026. Police reported that the vehicle, owned and driven by Renelle Edwards of Tabernacle, was stopped on suspicion […]
Nevis Court Imposes EC$28,000 in Fines on Pot Works Resident for Drug Offences
March 11, 2026 Lejae Legore of Pot Works, Nevis, has been convicted and fined a total sum of twenty-eight thousand dollars (XCD $28,000) on multiple drug-related offences On March 10th, 2026, at the Charlestown Magistrate Court, Her Honour Mrs Rhonda Nisbett-Browne imposed the following fines: Three thousand dollars (XCD $3,000) to be paid within one (1) month, or […]