Tag Archives: caribbean

Curriculum Development Unit Advances Early Childhood Education Reform

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]