Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 12, 2026 — The Curriculum Development Unit (CDU) recently hosted a professional development session for kindergarten teachers centered on the theme “Plants and Animals,” part of the New Enhanced Curriculum currently being piloted across the Federation. The session provided an opportunity for educators to reflect on their classroom experiences, assess instructional […]
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Jamaica-Church group issues warning about casino gaming
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Feb. 14, CMC — The Watchman Church Leaders Alliance says it has been carefully following recent parliamentary discussions surrounding the Casino Gaming General Regulations 2025 and is urging thoughtful reflection on what it says are the broader social implications. In a statement on Saturday, the group acknowledged that proposed integrated resort developments are being […]
ECCB Monetary Council recommits to “Big Push” initiative for ECCU countries
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, Feb 14, CMC -The Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) says some of its member countries were not on track to secure the debt-gross domestic (GDP) ratio of 60 per cent by 2035, even as it emphasised the need for policy agility and strategic partnerships to mitigate external vulnerabilities. The […]
St. Kitts-Antoine re-confirmed as governor of Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, Feb 14, CMC – The Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) has re-appointed Grenadian economist Timothy N.J Antoine as Governor of the St. Kitts-based ECCB. A statement issued following the Council’s one day meeting here on Friday, said that Antoine had been re-appointed for a five year period effective […]
Trinidad gets licences from United States for oil and gas activities in Venezuela
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Feb 13, CMC – The Trinidad and Tobago government Friday said that it has been issued with two United States General Licences, which provide “a clear and structured legal framework” under US law for certain oil and gas activities in Venezuela and along “our shared maritime border”. Prime Minister Kamla Persad […]
PAHO and CARPHA sign framework agreement
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Feb 13, CMC – The Trinidad-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Friday said it has signed an agreement with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) formalising their continued partnership. It said that the he signing of the 2026–2030 Framework Agreement, reinforces a shared commitment to advancing public health priorities across the […]
Jamaica-Sprint star Seville headlines stacked Camperdown Classic
By: Lennox Aldred KINGSTON, Jamaica, Feb 13, CMC – The stage is set for a blockbuster opening to the local track and field season as newly crowned World 100m champion Oblique Seville is poised to make his hotly anticipated seasonal debut here at Saturday’s Camperdown Classic World 100m champion Oblique Seville (CMC photo) The sprint […]
United States: Texas Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead of Severe Storm Risk
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a threat of severe storms expected to impact the state beginning tonight. “The State of Texas is prepared to respond to severe storms anticipated this weekend,” said Governor Abbott. “I directed the […]
United States: Five Office of Homeland Security Special Agents Graduate
On Thursday, Feb. 12, Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long and Tennessee Office of Homeland Security (OHS) Deputy Commissioner Greg Mays presented badges to five new OHS Special Agents in a graduation ceremony at the Old Supreme Court Chambers at the State Capitol. “These latest graduates are a testament to the state’s […]
United States: Presidential Message on Career and Technical Education Month
For 250 years, our Nation has been built by the hard work, ingenuity, and unwavering determination of patriots who work with their skilled hands and brilliant minds to make our country strong. This Career and Technical Education Month, we reaffirm our commitment to preparing American workers and students to carry this proud tradition forward and […]