Venezuela cuts energy ties with Trinidad over seized oil tanker Venezuela on Monday announced that it has terminated, with “immediate effect,” all existing contracts, agreements and negotiations with Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Port of Spain of complicity in the United States’ seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker last week. In a statement posted on Instagram, […]
Guyana has taken a further step in strengthening its defence and security ties with the United States following the signing of an agreement aimed at expanding military cooperation between the two countries. President Irfaan Ali confirmed that Guyana and the United States have also entered into a Statement of Intent to broaden joint military engagement, […]
Trinidad & Tobago PM backtracks as questions raised about US military personnel Uncertainty over the presence and purpose of United States military personnel in Trinidad and Tobago deepened this week after Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar reversed earlier assurances that US Marines had departed the country. Speaking with reporters lst Thursday, she confirmed that Marines […]
As Hurricane Melissa sweeps across the Caribbean, Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, has assured visitors that their safety remains the government’s highest priority. The Tourism Emergency Operations Centre (TEOC), which operates under the Ministry of Tourism, has been fully activated to coordinate all hurricane-related efforts within the tourism sector. Acting as the central hub, […]
With the lively rhythms, colours, and spirit of the Caribbean on full display, the 15th edition of the Caribbean Festival of Arts (CARIFESTA) officially opened in Barbados on Friday, promising a celebration of cultural excellence rooted in the region’s rich heritage and framed by a bold vision for the future. Held under the theme Caribbean […]
Super Blue, Bounty Killer among Caribbean Music Awards honourees The Caribbean Elite Group has unveiled the first slate of honorees for the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards, celebrating legendary artists whose influence continues to shape Caribbean music and culture. Dancehall trailblazer Bounty Killer will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his pivotal role in […]
Julien Alfred claims first Diamond League victory of season Saint Lucia’s sprint sensation Julien Alfred opened her season with a commanding win in the women’s 100 metres at the sixth leg of the Wanda Diamond League, held at the Bislett Games in Oslo. Alfred, 24, surged ahead of a strong field to clock 10.89 seconds, […]
Usain Bolt, eight-time Olympic gold medalist and widely regarded as the fastest man alive, has been officially named Jamaica’s global ambassador as the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) celebrates its 70th anniversary. The announcement was made by Director of Tourism Donovan White during a commemorative event at the historic Devon House in Kingston on May 22. […]
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Food has confirmed that Guyana is the only country among 186 nations globally to achieve complete self-sufficiency in food production. The South American nation’s agricultural output is now capable of fully meeting the nutritional needs of its population without relying on food imports. This remarkable feat comes amid the […]
Trinidad imposes restrictions on Vybz Kartel over safety concerns The Trinidad and Tobago government has imposed strict limitations on the upcoming visit of Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, citing national security and youth protection concerns ahead of his scheduled May 31 performance in the country. The controversial decision was announced by newly elected Prime Minister […]
