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Marine Spatial Planning Is The New Buzzword.

 Marine spatial planning sounds like an esoteric topic for technocrats that has nothing to do with the general public. However, the truth is that everyone is involved in some way. So, what is marine spatial planning (MSP) all about? In a recent interview with the Barbados Government Information Service, Chief Fisheries Officer at the Fisheries Division, […]

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Child Killed On Football Field By Drone Grenade In Colombia.

A 10-year-old boy standing on a football field has been killed in a drone attack, becoming the first person to die in such an attack in Colombia, according to the nation’s defence ministry. Colombia’s army commander said a grenade had fallen from the drone onto a football field in the town of El Plateado, leaving […]

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Blue Marlin Contest Coming To Virgin Gorda–Government Cuts Check For $50,000.

The Government of the Virgin Islands is collaborating with the BVI Tourist Board and North Drop Open to host a fishing tournament ‘catch and release’ event for blue marlin out of Virgin Gorda. Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries, Dr. Karl Dawson said in a press briefing last Friday that the Government will be promoting […]

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US Secret Service Chief Under Fire In Congress, Unable To Answer Many Questions.

The director of the Secret Service, the government agency that protects the president and former presidents admitted to the “most significant operational failure” in decades for the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. It has recently been revealed that the Secret Service is protecting 36 people, including all President Biden’s grandchilren and other government […]

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Haiti Getting More Money Plus Armored Cars From US.

 U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced $60 million in additional humanitarian aid for Haiti, as well as a number of bomb-proofed armored vehicles for the national police, during a visit Monday to the Caribbean nation, which is struggling to restore order amid gang violence. “This funding will help USAID partners fill critical gaps in nutrition, food […]

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Harris Tightens Grip On Democratic Party Nomination.

By unofficial delegate tallies, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris appears to have enough support to be the Democratic Party’s candidate in the November 5 presidential election. Party officials are scrambling to make sure that the process for formally nominating a candidate ahead of next month’s Democratic National Convention looks to be above board. Harris is […]

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St. Lucia’s Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre Undertakes Official Visit To Saint Vincent And The Grenadines To Assess Hurricane Beryl Impact

St. Lucia – Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre, along with other Caribbean leaders, visited Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to assess the impact of Hurricane Beryl and demonstrate solidarity with the affected communities. This visit followed a similar trip to Grenada the previous week, where the delegation observed the devastating effects of Hurricane Beryl […]

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St. Lucia’s Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre Commends Stakeholders for a Successful Carnival 2024

St. Lucia – Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre extends congratulations to all stakeholders involved in making Saint Lucia Carnival 2024 a resounding success. The collective efforts and dedication of everyone involved ensured a peaceful and vibrant celebration that beautifully showcased the rich culture and spirited essence of Saint Lucia. The Prime Minister also expressed appreciation […]

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RSLPF Welcomes A Canine Into Its Ranks

St. Lucia – On Thursday, July 18, 2024, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) hosted a Handing Over Ceremony at Police Headquarters, Castries. During the event, the organisation received a Canine (K-9) from the Gendarmerie. In attendance were the Honourable Jeremiah Norbert, Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Home Affairs, […]

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