Amara Campbell

Akèma Carty of Anguilla won the Miss Caribbean Beauty and Intelligence 2026 title in Guyana, after competing against six other Caribbean delegates.

The Saddlers well produced about 175 US gallons per minute during initial testing, more than three times the output of the existing water source in the area.

The three-day technical mission included visits to hospitals and polyclinics as officials examined Barbados’ electronic health records and digital healthcare systems.

Port Zante is welcoming two major cruise ships on August 20, bringing thousands of visitors and boosting tourism activity across Basseterre.

Barbados health officials are monitoring influenza, RSV, COVID-19 and other respiratory infections while urging residents to practise good hygiene and protect vulnerable people.

The World Creole Music Festival returns to Windsor Park Sports Stadium in Roseau from October 23–25, featuring Ne-Yo, Machel Montano, Capleton and dozens of regional and Dominican artists.

Trinidad is expected to face Drought Watch conditions in September, while Tobago could reach Drought Warning levels in October as drier conditions continue.

Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest gasoline and diesel prices among ECCU members in July, while also ranking second for the lowest cooking gas prices.

Police said foul play is not suspected after 59-year-old Dave Blackman was found dead at The Hollows in Port of Spain on Saturday afternoon.

Bernella Velinor was selected from 12 contestants to represent Saint Lucia at the 75th Miss Universe competition, which will be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on November 24.

A toddler drowned during a family outing in the Boucherie area of Simon, St. Andrew, with emergency responders unable to save the child after he was found submerged in the water.

The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service is warning of possible flooding, heavy rainfall and gusty winds as a tropical wave moves closer to the Lesser Antilles this weekend.

Caribbean Airlines is offering one-way fares from US$214 between Orlando and Trinidad during a five-day Travel Tuesday promotion running from August 11 to 15.

US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau signalled greater support for private-sector investment in Trinidad and Tobago as both countries seek to expand trade, strengthen supply chains and deepen energy cooperation.

Seventeen athletes completed the inaugural RunPres Backyard Ultra in San Fernando, with Avinash Anamalay claiming the top spot after 24 demanding laps over the Emancipation weekend.

St. Kitts and Nevis has welcomed 47 nurses from Ghana under the Ghana Labour Exchange Programme, strengthening the country’s healthcare workforce and easing pressure on local health professionals.

The BDF is upgrading its capabilities in maritime security, cyber defence, disaster response and troop training to address evolving national and regional security threats.

The airline added 72 flights between July 16 and August 31, providing 7,565 additional seats as demand increased during the peak summer travel period.

Independence celebrations highlighted Jamaica’s music, food and cultural traditions, with events centred in Kingston and communities joining festivities across the island and overseas.

Delta is contacting passengers booked after the September 5 final flight and offering alternative travel arrangements through its interline partners.