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Guyana Not Letting Its Guard Down Against Venezuela’s Attempt To Invade By Referendum.

The government will maintain its vigilance as the Venezuelan administration attempts to enact the results of a recent referendum claiming two-thirds of Guyanese territory – the Essequibo region. General Secretary of the Peoples Progressive Party (PPP) Dr Bharrat Jagdeo during a press conference on Thursday made it clear that the government will not back down […]

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Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency Over Kush.

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio has declared a national emergency because of the rampant drug abuse in the country. Many young men are using kush, a form of synthetic cannabinoid that has taken this West African nation by storm since it first appeared on the scene six years ago. Routinely cut with an array […]

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Bad Year For Dengue Fever As Argentina Runs Out Of Insect Repellent.

Argentina is facing an insect repellent shortage as the country prepares for its worst-ever dengue season. Dengue is a mosquito-borne virus that can be deadly, or cause serious illness, in some cases. A vaccine for dengue has been developed but its rollout is still in early stages and most people still rely on preventative measures […]

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Israel Fires Two Officers, Reprimands 3 Others, For Aid Workers Massacre–But Other Nations Demand War Crimes Investigation.

The Israeli Defense Force announed today that it has fired two officers and reprimanded three others in connection with the airstrike that killed seven aid workers earlier this week on the coastal road in the Gaza Strip, but there was no indications that the officers had been put on trial for war crimes. In a […]

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Saint Lucia Athletics Association To Launch Julien Alfred Foundation

St. Lucia – The Saint Lucia Athletics Association will launch the Julien Alfred Foundation on Saturday, April 6. The event will be held at the Saint Lucia Olympic Committee Inc. Headquarters, located in La Clery. The Julien Alfred Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth through education, sports, and community development initiatives. Named after the renowned athlete […]

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Esteemed Attorney-At-Law Appointed Third Member Of The Nevis Integrity In Public Life Commission

Charlestown, Nevis – Mrs. Diana Claxton-Whittaker, an esteemed member of the legal fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis, has been appointed as the third member of the Nevis Integrity in Public Life Commission (IPLC). Premier of Nevis the Honourable Mark Brantley recently disclosed that he nominated Mrs. Claxton-Whittaker after the two Members of the Opposition […]

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Passengers Impressed With The New Oualie Water Taxi Terminal On Nevis

Charlestown, Nevis – Persons using the Oualie pier to travel between St. Kitts and Nevis have expressed high praise for the newly commissioned Water Taxi Terminal. The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) officially opened the new Oualie Water Taxi Terminal on March 27 to provide passengers with a more comfortable experience and streamlined process when using that […]

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PM Drew Hosts Cordial Meeting With International Affairs Coordinator From The Chamber of Crafts, Flensburg, Germany

Basseterre, Saint Kitts And Nevis – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew welcomed Ms. Celina Niehoff, the International Affairs Coordinator at the Chamber of Crafts Flensburg, Germany, on a courtesy visit today, Thursday, April 4th, 2024. Also present at the meeting were Glenroy Blanchette, Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office, and Dr. Kertney Thompson, […]

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People’s Empowerment And Economic Diversification Among The Top Highlights Of The 35-Year Career In Public Service Of Right Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas

Basseterre, St. Kitts – In a political career that spans more than three decades and highlighted by a myriad of outstanding accomplishments that redounded to the improved lives and welfare of the people and the overall development of the twin island Federation, Senior Minister and Member of Parliament (MP) the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, […]

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Senior Minister Dr. Douglas Profoundly Touched By Recent Gestures By Cabinet And Parliament Members

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Recent gestures by members of the Federal Cabinet and members of the St. Christopher and Nevis National Assembly to recognise the outstanding contributions made by the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas over the past 35 years, have had a profound impact on the Senior Minister and Member of Parliament (MP) for St. […]

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