The dramatic seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from his residence in Caracas in early January 2026 did not occur in a vacuum. Nor was it an aberration. Rather, it marked a moment many observers believe will come to define a new and dangerous phase in global politics—one in which international law, sovereignty, and diplomatic […]
Visa anxiety exposes fragile Caribbean mobility compact Uncertainty travels faster than facts. In recent weeks, recurring reports of U.S. visa denials affecting Saint Lucians, alongside nationals of other Caribbean citizenship-by-investment (CIP/CBI) states, have unsettled households, boardrooms, and policy circles alike. Whether every report is accurate is almost beside the point. The perception alone carries weight, […]
Recent geopolitical developments in Venezuela have rattled travel plans across the Caribbean, prompting widespread flight disruptions and raising questions for vacationers during one of the region’s busiest travel seasons. On Jan. 3, the United States launched a significant military operation in Venezuela that culminated in the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was kidnapped […]
Joel “Big Bird” Garner, one of the most formidable fast bowlers in cricket history, has been formally recognized with the Order of the Freedom of Barbados, the island nation’s highest honor. The award was presented during Barbados’ 2025 Independence and Republic celebrations in recognition of Garner’s “distinguished and extraordinary service in sports.” Garner’s career was […]
The Tobago People’s Party delivers a historic clean sweep in the Tobago House of Assembly elections, deepening the PNM’s crisis and cementing Tobago-centric leadership. By Kojo The Tobago People’s Party (TPP) under Farley Augustine swept the Tobago House Assembly (THA) elections on January 12 last, taking all 15 seats, ahead of the PNM. The TPP […]
Trump Warns Cuba as Venezuelan Oil Ends U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated pressure on Cuba, warning Havana to “make a deal” with Washington or face mounting consequences now that Venezuelan oil shipments and financial support have been effectively shut off. Speaking publicly and later posting on social media, Trump said Cuba had “lived for […]
Mottley warns Caribbean faces real fallout from U.S. action in Venezuela Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has become the first leader of a CARICOM member state to speak in detail about the regional consequences of the United States’ dramatic military action in Venezuela and President Donald Trump’s declaration that Washington will now administer the country […]
Carli Communications Named PR Agency of the Year for Third Straight Year Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, Carli Communications, one of the Caribbean’s leading public relations firms, has once again been recognized on the global stage, earning the title of PR Agency of the Year for the third consecutive year from prestigious UK-based awarding […]
The Trinidad and Tobago Government has approved $2.3 million in funding to support approximately 145 unsponsored steelbands ahead of Carnival 2026, reinforcing its commitment to the national instrument and the grassroots organisations that sustain the steelpan movement. The decision, approved by Cabinet, was announced by Michelle Benjamin, Minister of Culture and Community Development, during a […]
Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell has warned that dramatic developments in Venezuela over the weekend have deepened uncertainty across the Americas, arguing that recent actions have neither advanced dialogue nor narrowed differences, but instead risk pushing the region into greater instability. Speaking on the Grenada Broadcasting Network’s Beyond the Headlines programme on Monday night, Mitchell […]
