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By Sir Ronald Sanders On January 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State announced that, effective January 21, it would pause the issuance of all immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including eleven in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), deemed to be at “high risk of public benefits usage.” Applications may still be submitted, but […]

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Vernan George – St. Kitts–Nevis Observer St. Kitts and Nevis is among a group of countries – 11 from CARICOM – expected to be impacted by a planned pause or suspension in the processing of certain immigrant visas by the United States Department of State, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to information emerging […]

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By Loshaun Dixon A political dispute has emerged over a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between St. Kitts and Nevis and the United States concerning the potential transfer of certain deportees, with former Prime Minister Dr Timothy Harris and the opposition People’s Action Movement (PAM) questioning the government’s transparency and national security judgment. At […]

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Saint Lucia – The La Fargue Wellness Centre recently hosted an Open Day and Health Fair, marking one of the major activities to commemorate the official reopening of the facility following the completion of refurbishment and upgrade works. The event highlighted the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition’s continued commitment to improving access to quality […]

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St. John’s, Antigua – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy in Antigua and Barbuda recently completed a week-long mission aimed at transforming local protected agriculture farms into bankable investment opportunities. The mission brought together an initial group of […]

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Windhoek, Namibia – The ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup got underway for the West Indies Under 19 team as they commenced their campaign with a five-wicket victory over Tanzania on the opening day of competition. The young men in maroon showed intent in their first outing, reflecting the extensive preparation and competitive exposure provided […]

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Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago — Caribbean entrepreneur and global business leader Shelly-Ann Aqui Solomon has been nominated for the Black Business Association’s Salute to Black Women Awards 2026, in the category of Excellence in Business Award,  making her the only Caribbean nominee recognized this year. Hosted in Los Angeles, California, the Salute to Black Women Awards honors Black women whose leadership, […]

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This past Saturday, NHCS proudly hosted the Bath Hotel Restoration Ceremony & Cocktail, celebrating the revival of one of the Caribbean’s most extraordinary historic landmarks — widely regarded as the oldest hotel in the Caribbean. Friends, partners, community members, and distinguished guests gathered “in their dan dan” to mark this milestone. collaboration, and dedication to […]

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By Loshaun Dixon St. Kitts and Nevis on Monday, January 12, joined member states of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) in the ceremonial opening of the 2026 Law Year of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC). The regional observance was hosted by the Commonwealth of Dominica under the theme “The ECSC: Justice that […]

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