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Fixing… Caricom?

Guyana Times · July 10, 2025

The reason why CARICOM is fulfilling the old joke about it actually being “CARI-GONE” was clearly brought out by the remarks of Barbados PM Mia Mottley at the conclusion of the 49th meeting of its Heads of Government (HoG) in balmy Montego Bay,...

Cooperative Awards Ceremony celebrates volunteerism: Honoring outstanding individuals and cooperatives

Dominica News Online · July 9, 2025

On July 5, 2025, the Cooperative Movement held a distinguished awards event at the Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort and Spa, themed “Celebrating Volunteerism.” This ceremony was dedicated to recognizing the remarkable efforts of...

These Are the Best Islands in the World—and No. 1 Has Postcard-worthy Blue and White Villages

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Thomas Gravanis The Greek island of Paros.Travel + Leisure readers’ favorite islands for 2025 represent many continents, cultures, and climates—including colorful reefs, tropical beaches with sea-weathered rocks, temperate forests, and scrubby,...

Officials promise an extravaganza for ‘profile-raising’ WCMF 2025

Dominica News Online · July 8, 2025

Dr Irving McIntyre addressing launching ceremony of 25th edition of WCMFAs Dominica gears up to host the 25th Edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), Parliamentary Representative for the Roseau Valley Constituency, Dr. Irving McIntyre...

Sobers blames former govt for UK visa restrictions

Trinidad and Tobago Guardian ·

Jensen La Vende Senior Reporter jensen.lavende@guardian.co.tt Caricom and Foreign Affairs Minister Sean Sobers says the United Kingdom’s decision to impose visa requirements on T&T nationals stems from a lack of political will...

Barbados finishes 10th in NORCECA U21 World Qualifiers

Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation · July 8, 2025

Both Barbados pairs have finished 10th at the NORCECA Under-21 World Qualifiers. Yesterday at Juan Dolio Beach in the Dominican Republic, the Barbados women’s pair of Destiny Layne and Sierra Rayside lost the 9th place playoff to the team from St....

T&T poised to join minority of nations with 21-year drinking age

CNC 3 · July 11, 2025

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has announced that Government will seek to raise the legal drinking age in T&T from 18 to 21. Legislation is expected to be introduced following the resumption of Parliament in September. The proposed measure...

58 Visa-Free Destinations For Indian Passport Holders This Summer

Gulf Insider · July 7, 2025

Looking to travel this summer as an Indian passport holder? Good news, Indian travelers can visit up to 58 destinations visa-free. The top destinations are placed throughout Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean and Pacific Islands. Aside from these...

Nigerian business founder leads delegation to Caribbean, congratulates Nigerian president on St Lucia honor

Dominica News Online · July 4, 2025

Dominica News Online - Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 11:57 AM Aisha MainaNigerian business leader and economic diplomat Aisha Maina, founder Aquarian Oil and Gas and managing director of Aquarian Consult, has extended her congratulations to President...

Organizers announce line-up for World Music Festival’s 25th edition

Dominica News Online · July 7, 2025

This past weekend the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) officially announced the launch of the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), revealing what organizers say is an exciting...

MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – June 30, 2025

I News Cayman · June 30, 2025

The MPE Caribbean Report Newsletter offers travel, tourism, Caribbean and global news weekly. To share stories, information or intelligence, contact us at [email protected]. June 30, 2025 CTO, Caribbean destinations spotlighted at American...

Rising Tides hosts FREE Environmental Youth Leadership course, link inside

Dominica News Online · July 4, 2025

Dominica News Online - Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 9:27 AM The Rising Tides organization is inviting youth aged 15 to 18 to participate in its Summer Youth Training Course for 2025, scheduled to take place in Dominica during July and August. A press...

Five Caribbean Nations Crack Down On Citizenship By Investment Programs

Black Enterprise · July 7, 2025

In current Citizenship By Investment programs, applicants do not need to visit the country to obtain citizenship. A draft agreement between Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, and Nevis, also known as the Caribbean Five, could...

Jamaican creates aviation history

The Gleaner · July 10, 2025

WESTERN BUREAU: JAMAICAN AVIATION executive, Damion Vanriel, who was born in Hartford, Westmoreland, but was raised in the tough Rose Heights community of Montego Bay, St James, has created history by becoming the first Jamaican to be named senior...

Silver anniversary of World Creole Music Festival launches this week

Dominica News Online · July 3, 2025

Dominica News Online - Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 at 9:12 AM The Discover Dominica Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, is set to officially inaugurate the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival on Friday, July 4, 2025....

Esther Freud — my favourite three books

The Times ·

Esther Freud, 62, was born in London, the daughter of the painter Lucian Freud and the great-granddaughter of the psychologist Sigmund Freud. After travelling the world with her mother, she returned to England in 1979, where she trained as an...

It’s raining global awards for PM Modi. He’s bagged 13 in 3rd term alone, a whopping 27 since 2014

The Print · July 10, 2025

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with his 27th international honour Wednesday—the “Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis”—during his visit to Namibia. This is the fourth award he has received in the past week, and...

UAE Second Passport Holders are in a Dilemma: 1000 Left Precarious

Times of Dubai · July 7, 2025

July 7, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: Increasing unease has gripped thousands of UAE residents who have invested in UAE second passports via citizenship-by-investment programs. These have been appealing to those who are after visa-free travel, opportunities...

This Caribbean Island Offers a Once-in-a-Lifetime Wildlife Experience

Travel + Leisure ·

The Caribbean island of Dominica is home to resident sperm whales. Travelers can experience these enormous sea creatures up close with Untold Story Travel's Diving with Sperm Whales tour. The six-day experience gives travelers multiple chances to...

One of the Best Ways to Experience the Caribbean's 'Nature Island' Is a 6-day Wildlife Experience

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Untold Story Travel Someone seen diving with a sperm whale. Key Points The Caribbean island of Dominica is home to resident sperm whales. Travelers can experience these enormous sea creatures up close with Untold Story Travel's Diving with Sperm...