Caribbean

Shamarie Roberts finished fourth in his 100m heat in 10.63 seconds, delivering one of his strongest performances as he continues his return to top-level international competition.

More than 30,000 workers and self-employed people are now contributing to the Social Security Board, marking the largest registered workforce in the Federation’s history and reflecting growth in employment and wages.

John-Baptiste set a personal best of 14.55 metres to win triple jump gold and added a silver medal in the high jump, boosting Dominica’s medal tally at the Windward Islands School Games in Saint Lucia.

Meteorologists have warned that heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds could disrupt Carnival festivities, urging residents and visitors to monitor weather updates and seek shelter when lightning is present.

The MV Golden Carrier successfully completed its first sea trial between Trinidad and Tobago and is preparing to enter service as the replacement for the MV Blue Wave Harmony during its maintenance period.

Jasmine Schofield missed her national record by just 0.002 seconds after finishing fourth in her 100m freestyle heat and will return to the pool for her final event at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

The High Court dismissed Mehul Choksi’s 2021 kidnapping claim after he failed to provide £677,000 in security for the defendants’ legal costs, bringing the central part of the case to an end.

Police attributed the decline to intelligence-led policing, stronger cooperation among law enforcement agencies, increased patrols and continued public support, as several categories of crime recorded notable reductions.

Local environmental groups warned that supporting commercial whaling could harm Antigua and Barbuda's international reputation and urged the government to ensure its position reflects the interests of its people.

Energy Minister Dr. Vince Henderson said commissioning of Dominica's geothermal energy plant is in its final stages, with operations expected to begin once testing is completed under the power purchase agreement.

Prime Minister Mark Phillips said technical teams are working to reposition the sunken MV Barima while search-and-recovery operations continue, with 69 of the 73 victims now identified by their families.

The upgraded roadway is expected to improve access for residents, particularly during heavy rainfall, after years of muddy conditions made travel difficult for families, motorists and schoolchildren.

Nearly nine years after Hurricane Maria destroyed the Soufrière Preschool, a new early childhood learning centre has been built through a partnership involving Jungle Bay Resort and Spa, community supporters and the Ministry of Education.

The newly branded aircraft features the national flag of St. Vincent and the Grenadines on its tail, promoting the country's tourism, culture and regional identity across the Caribbean.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit and U.S. Charge d'Affaires Karine Sullivan discussed expanding bilateral cooperation, infrastructure development, disaster resilience and investment opportunities during a high-level meeting in Dominica.

Southwest Airlines flight attendant Lorenzo Thompson, a Jamaican national, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while on duty at Nashville International Airport.

The Coast Guard has launched an active search after three fishermen failed to return from a routine fishing trip.

Contour Airlines will launch direct flights between Dominica and Trinidad and Tobago from October 5, operating four days a week with onward connections to San Juan and St. Thomas.

LIAT Air says it is absorbing much of the recent increase in jet fuel costs to limit fare hikes, while continuing to expand regional routes and improve connectivity across the Caribbean.

The new twice-weekly non-stop service is expected to strengthen regional connectivity, making travel easier for business, tourism and family visits between Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados.