Children’s Gospel Choir Grows from One Dream What began as a child’s simple wish has grown into a musical community in London, where young voices now come together in song. The London Kids Community Gospel Choir traces its origins to an idea from seven-year-old Haddie Wallace, who imagined singing gospel music alongside other children. With […]
Caribbean Tourism Surges Despite Global Challenges BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Caribbean tourism continued its upward trajectory in 2025, demonstrating resilience despite global economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and climate-related disruptions. According to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), international stay-over arrivals rose by 2.5 per cent, reaching an estimated 35 million visitors, approximately 900,000 more than in 2024 and […]
UNESCO forum highlights digital cultural diversity efforts A collection of 40 initiatives showcasing efforts to safeguard cultural diversity in digital spaces was unveiled on March 27 during the Creativity 2030 Fifth International Forum. The selected projects emerged from nearly 150 submissions representing 13 countries, all reviewed by an international panel of experts. Organisers highlighted the […]
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, […]
