BERLIN, Oct. 18, CMC – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is calling for greater involvement of countries and regional institutions in reshaping the global health system amid tightening financial resources and concerns over fragmented health services. Dr.Jarbas Barbosa PAHO Director Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, addressing the World Health Summit 2026 in Berlin, said clearer responsibilities […]

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 17, CMC – Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González has signed a resolution formally requesting US President Donald Trump and Congress to admit the Caribbean territory as the 51st state of the United States. González, who signed the measure on Friday, said the move fulfilled an election commitment to prioritize statehood […]

ONTARIO, Canada, Oct 18, CMC – Barbadian Juan Crawford is on the verge of being crowned champion jockey at Fort Erie after an impressive showing during the penultimate week of racing. Crawford rode five winners to establish an unassailable lead at the top of the jockey standings with just two days remaining. Juan Crawford The […]

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Oct 18, CMC – The Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) has named Amir Jangoo and Karishma Ramharack as their International Players of the Year following a string of impressive performances for the regional team in 2026. The duo took home the coveted awards at the TTCB’s annual national awards ceremony, […]

SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates, Oct 18, CMC – Lendl Simmons and Chadwick Walton scored unbeaten centuries as West Indies Champions captured the World Championship of Legends title with a comprehensive nine-wicket victory over England in the final here on Sunday. Dwayne Bravo’s three-wicket haul helped West Indies restrict England to 159 for seven at the […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Oct 17, CMC – A former central bank governor, a Cabinet minister, a corporate executive and a philanthropist are among six Jamaicans who will receive the Order of Jamaica (OJ) at Monday’s National Heroes Day ceremony. The recipients are former Bank of Jamaica Governor Richard Byles; Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications Daryl […]

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Oct 17, CMC – Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams says a shortage of legislative drafters is hampering the Government’s legislative programme, while a shortage of criminal defence lawyers is adding to the challenges facing the justice system. Abrahams raised both concerns on Friday during a ceremony at which 56 attorneys were called to the […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Oct 17, CMC – The Ministry of Health is considering legislation and other tougher measures to curb unhealthy consumption, including eliminating trans fats from foods, as the Government steps up efforts to tackle cardiovascular disease and other non-communicable conditions. Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton said the country needs a different approach to health […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Oct 17, CMC – Two Jamaican advocacy groups have expressed alarm over the shooting of a 10-year-old girl during a police operation in St Catherine, with one calling for tougher penalties for violence that injures or kills children. Corporal Trevoy Shaw was killed in a shootout on Friday. (Photo credit: JCF) Jamaicans for […]

NIA Charlestown, Nevis (October 16, 2026) Acting Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Eric Evelyn, welcomed approximately 80 delegates attending the Carib Brewery Distributor Conference to the island on Thursday, October 15, during a dinner reception at Sunshine Beach Bar and Grill. The reception offered delegates from across the region and beyond an opportunity to experience […]