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Urban Renewal Citizens Advisory Committee Members Are At The Pulse Of Community Planning

Nassau, The Bahamas – The Hon. Keith Bell, Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal, along with the Urban Renewal Citizens Advisory Committee, hosted a Meet and Greet at the Paul Farquharson Convention Center, Police Headquarters, September 26, 2024. Minister Keith Bell emphasized to the Urban Renewal Citizens Advisory Committee that their role is absolutely essential. […]

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Premier Brantley Endorses Federal Government’s ASPIRE Programme, Urges Nevisian Parents To Apply

Charlestown, Nevis – Premier of Nevis and Minister of Finance in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) the Honourable Mark Brantley has fully endorsed the ASPIRE (Achieving Success through Personal Investment, Resources, and Education) programme introduced by Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew and the Federal Cabinet, and is urging persons on Nevis to apply on behalf of their children. […]

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Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew Addresses 79th United Nations General Assembly, Calling For Zones Of Peace, Support For Haiti And Global Inclusion

Manhattan, New York –  The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, addressed the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, September 27, 2024, emphasising the need for sustainable peace zones, international support for Haiti, and global inclusion in line with the Assembly’s theme of “leaving no one […]

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Prime Minister Dr. Drew Calls For Action In Pursuit Of A Sustainable Future In UNGA79 Address

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, issued a compelling call to action for global leaders, organisations, and institutions to unite in pursuit of a sustainable future for both current and future generations. The call was made during his address at the 79th Session of the United Nations […]

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Jamaican Seniors Told To Lively Up Themselves Over Tech Scams.

Jamaica’s Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr., is saying that senior citizens need to become more technologically savvy, so that they will be less vulnerable to scammers. The Minister was addressing the graduation ceremony of the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) digital literacy course, held recently at the HEART College of […]

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Caribbean Cruise Ships Set For Record-Breaking Year, But How Much Does The Industry Help The Region Economically?

The Caribbean cruise industry has been facing  challenges recently due to weather disruptions and technical issues. Hurricane Helene, currently affecting the region, has caused several cruise lines, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and MSC Cruises, to adjust their itineraries. Ports in Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Key West were impacted, leading to cancellations or rerouted stops to […]

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South America Drying Up Due To Drought, Weakness Of Dependence On Hydroelectricity Now All Too Apparent.

Planned power cuts in Ecuador have begun a day earlier than scheduled as severe drought has lowered reservoir and dam levels, which is disrupting the hydroelectric plants that supply 70% of the electricity to the Andean nation. The country is suffering its worst drought in 60 years, with no significant rainfall in more than two […]

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Blinken Calls On Maduro For Talks About Venezuela Election.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to talk with the opposition about the country’s disputed presidential election. Blinken made this call during a ministerial meeting at the United Nations, stressing the need for a peaceful return to elected democracy. The U.S. and its allies, including Argentina, are maintaining […]

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