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Urgent Investment in Irrigation for Agriculture in…
Hundreds of farmer families in Barbados, Jamaica, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines could benefit from strengthening their capacities to effectively manage irrigation systems and equipment. Bridgetown,…
7,399 Traces of Guns Recovered in Crimes in the…
Source: Loop Caribbean The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) has published a report stating that the majority of recovered firearms used in crimes in the Caribbean were traced to the US and…
SVG: PM Gonsalves urges OECS to Support CDF CMC 17
Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves is urging members of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) to contribute to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Development Fund (CDF), saying that his…
WINAIR Celebrates Launch of Inaugural Flight to…
Source : WIC News This expansion by the air carrier marks a major step forward in making regional travel more accessible, will foster Caribbean unity and boost the economies. In a significant…
Brooklyn Singer Abena Amory ‘Destined to…
Source: Caribbean Life As Vincentians in New York celebrated their 45th anniversary of political independence from Great Britain late last month, Abena Amory was one of the artistes performing at the…
CARICOM Concerned About Transitional Governance…
On Thursday, 14 November 2024, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) expressed its deep concern regarding the transitional governance process in Haiti. CARICOM said it recognised the dedicated…
PAHO: Caribbean Faces HIV Crisis as One-Third of…
Source: Loop Caribbean The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) says approximately 5,100 people die annually in the Caribbean from HIV-related causes and that one-third of the HIV cases are…
Overall Placements at Recent OECS Swimming…
At the recently concluded 32nd Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Swimming Championships, which took place in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines from November 8 to 10, 2024, Antigua and…
Major Flooding in Grenada
Source: Loop Caribbean Heavy downpours have resulted in severe flooding in Grenada. Flooding has been reported in several areas, including River Road, Westerhall, Woodlands and in the vicinity of the…
Antigua: 27-Year-Old Alexta Francis Confesses to…
Source: WIC News A 27-year-old male individual named Alexta Francis, who is a resident of Golden Grove, has been charged with the murder of St Peter MP. The Antigua and Barbuda Royal Police Force has…
Grenadian Cricketer Afy Fletcher Recognised as A…
Source: Loop Grenada’s star Cricketer Afy Fletcher has been ranked second highest all-rounder in the recent Women's T20I in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2024, held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On…
LIAT 2020 Set to Add Guyana to Its Route Network
Source: Loop LIAT is set to return to the skies of Guyana later this month. The regional airline, which was rebranded as LIAT 2020 following its collapse during the coronavirus pandemic, plans to…
Climate Change Threatens Our Sovereignty – PM…
NASSAU (CMC): Prime Minister Phillip Davis says while the aspirations of The Bahamas remain unchanged, to stand as a free nation bound by neither fear nor force, climate change is threatening the very…
Possible Homicide Under Investigation After…
Source: Antigua News Room MP Asot Michael Found Dead; Possible Homicide Under Investigation Authorities are investigating the death of MP Asot Michael, discovered in a pool of blood at his home on…
Subtropical Storm Patty Forms Near the Azores
Source: Loop Caribbean The Azores archipelago is bracing for impact as Subtropical Storm Patty approaches the Portuguese territory, with tropical storm conditions expected to begin tonight. Currently…