Governor Greg Abbott last night received the Sun and Star Legacy Award and showcased Texas’ thriving economic partnership with Japan during the Japan American Society DFW Awards Gala. “Texas and Japan share similar values like hard work, freedom, and innovation,” said Governor Abbott. “That’s why we collaborate on issues like advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and on energy areas […]
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Nevis Strengthens Geothermal Collaboration Ahead of Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2026
NIA, Charlestown, Nevis, April 16, 2026 — A key figure in Nevis’ renewable energy development, Naftalie Errar of the Nevis Electricity Company Limited (NEVLEC), is currently representing St. Kitts and Nevis on a high-level geothermal study mission across Europe this week. The mission comes amid increasing international attention on Nevis’ geothermal potential and its ambition […]
United States: Governor Abbott Touts Texas Jobs Council During Gulf Coast Visit
Governor Greg Abbott today touted the mission of the Texas Jobs Council to strengthen the state’s talent pipeline, emphasizing the critical role of career training to meet the state’s growing workforce demands. The Governor also toured the International Training & Education Center, the flagship training facility of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), the most comprehensive training center for union Operating and […]
Cruise News: Princess Cruises Introduces “POURS,” A Signature Beverage Collection Reimagining Premium Cocktails And Wellness-Forward Zero-Proof Creations
Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Princess Cruises announces the launch of POURS, a completely refreshed, signature beverage program that enhances the onboard guest experience through a curated selection of balanced founder-led premium spirits and innovative zero-proof and nonalcoholic beverage offerings. Launching fleetwide this summer and replacing the former Love Line Collection, POURS beverages represent an evolution in both design […]
Oil exploration could begin offshore Jamaica in two years
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Apr. 16, CMC – Jamaica could move to drill for oil off the coast of the eastern parish of St Thomas within the next two years following encouraging early findings from a recent geo-chemical survey. The study, conducted by independent oil company United Oil and Gas, confirmed the presence of hydrocarbons in offshore soil […]
Ambassador Donya L. Francis Leads High-Level Visit to I-Mei Foods Nankan Facility in Taiwan
Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan), April 16, 2026 (Embassy of Saint Christopher and Nevis) — A high-level delegation from the Embassy of Saint Christopher and Nevis in Taiwan, led by His Excellency Donya L. Francis, Ambassador of Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis to the Republic of China (Taiwan), conducted an official visit to the […]
Immigrant advocacy groups sue Trump for unlawful stops, warrantless immigration arrests
NEW YORK, Apr 16, CMC – Several immigrant advocacy groups have filed a class action lawsuit against the United States Department of Homeland Security, alleging unlawful stops, warrantless immigration arrests, and racial profiling in New York. The group Make the Road New York says it is collaborating with the Legal Aid Society, the New York […]
Jamaicans told to expect higher prices for construction materials
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Apr.16, CMC – Rising energy costs are expected to drive up the price of construction materials in Jamaica. This warning has come from the Mining and Quarrying Association of Jamaica. In a statement on Wednesday, the Mining and Quarrying Association of Jamaica is warning developers, contractors and property owners to prepare for possible increases […]
Jamaica’s field stars blocked from Turkey switch
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Apr 16, CMC – In a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through the athletics world, four of Jamaica’s top field athletes, including reigning Olympic men’s discus champion Roje Stona, have had their requests to switch allegiance to Turkey rejected by the World Athletics Nationality Review Panel. Reigning Olympic men’s discus champion Roje Stona is […]
Saint Lucia: Baking Skills, Sharing Hope: Ministry of Equity Advances Community Empowerment Initiative
A simple concept— ‘Baking Two, Sharing One’ —is now taking shape as a powerful model for community empowerment and social transformation, under the leadership of the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, Gender, Older Persons, Labour, Co-operatives and Consumer Affairs. ‘Baking Two, Sharing One,’ a community-based initiative is equipping individuals with practical baking and food preparation skills […]