Saint Lucia – Across the island, consumers turned out in large numbers to take advantage of the VAT relief offered by the Government, easing household expenses during the Christmas season. Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has expressed sincere appreciation to the people of Saint Lucia for their overwhelming support and exemplary conduct during VAT […]

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Saint Lucia – Recent intelligence has resulted in the Saint Lucia Forensic Science Laboratory testing and providing confirmation in country of 3,4 Methylenedioxymethamphetamine, referred to as MDMA in brief. The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition, through the National Early Warning System (EWS) for new and emerging drug threats, urges citizens and visitors to exercise […]

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Saint Lucia – The training focused on the implementation of National Standards for Quality Healthcare Services for Adolescents, a crucial framework designed to ensure that young people across the island. A significant step towards strengthening adolescent healthcare in Saint Lucia unfolded on Wednesday December 10, 2025 as the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, […]

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By Loshaun Dixon An evening filled with school pride, pageantry and high standards unfolded at Warner Park on Saturday as ambassadors from eight secondary schools participated in the 2025-26 Republic Bank Teen St Kitts and Nevis Pageant, officially launching the Sugar Mas 54 pageant season. Emerging victorious was Tatiyana Archer of Immaculate Conception Catholic School, who […]

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Opposition Leader Mark Brantley has called for urgent action to diversify the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis, stressing that the country remains overly dependent on the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme despite years of discussion on economic reform. Delivering his response to Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew’s 2026 Budget Address, Brantley acknowledged the efforts […]

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By Rick Amburgey Following a commitment made at a national roundtable discussion last month, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has moved to establish an independent body to review the Special Sustainability Zones Authorisation Act, 2025, address public concerns, and ensure transparency and accountability in its application. An Ad Hoc Advisory Committee has been formed […]

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The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has unveiled a proposed EC$1.075 billion budget allocation for 2026, signalling a wide-ranging and people-centred investment programme aimed at strengthening governance, stimulating economic growth, enhancing social protection, and advancing the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda. Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, presented the […]

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An expanded update to the U.S. travel ban was recently issued by the White House, and among the 15 newly-added countries listed as subject to partial travel restrictions are Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica. Although it does not amount to a full entry ban, the restrictions would significantly affect the majority of citizens in those […]

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  Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda For Immediate Release   Statement by Sir Ronald Sanders Ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda to the United States and the Organization of American States On the instructions of, and with the guidance of, the Honourable Gaston Browne, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda— with whom I have been working […]

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Saint Lucia – Children aged one to sixteen enjoyed a vibrant day of entertainment, festive treats, and gift-giving, highlighted by a special appearance from Santa Claus. The Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and  Empowerment, in collaboration with the Salvation Army, KFC, and Blazing FM, hosted its annual Christmas Toy Drive at Serenity Park, extending holiday […]

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