Caribbean

Signal Band delivered a high-energy Bouyon performance at the St. Kitts Music Festival, earning praise from organisers and fans while showcasing Dominica’s signature music on a regional stage.

The new Pediatric Therapy Facility will provide speech-language and occupational therapy for children with developmental, sensory and motor challenges through a partnership involving the Government and private stakeholders.

The latest earthquake was felt across northern Venezuela as rescue teams continued searching for survivors following the devastating twin earthquakes that killed more than 900 people.

Dr. Angel Luis Olivera has been appointed as the first cardiologist at JNF Hospital, expanding specialized cardiac care in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Saharan dust is gradually clearing across Trinidad and Tobago, improving air quality, but authorities are urging beachgoers to remain cautious as rough seas and dangerous rip currents continue.

A dense Saharan dust plume is reducing air quality across Saint Lucia, with health officials urging people with respiratory conditions to limit outdoor activities as hazy, breezy weather continues.

Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport has reported a surge in arrivals ahead of the St. Kitts Music Festival, with visitors and performers reaching the island before the three-day event begins.

Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew said investments in desalination, pipelines and groundwater management have expanded 24-hour water access to about 70% of St. Kitts and Nevis.

The Guyana Police Force’s Office of Professional Responsibility has launched an investigation after a 16-year-old died in a motorcycle crash, while residents disputed the police account of the incident.

Three individuals reportedly filed complaints with the Department of Lands and Surveys after alleging they paid for land near Coral Harbour but never received ownership, prompting calls for a formal investigation.

The newly established Nursing Informatics Advisory Committee will oversee nursing input into the country's digital health rollout, helping ensure the Hospital Information System and Electronic Health Record platform meet clinical standards.

Dominica’s Prime Minister Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit expressed condolences and solidarity with Venezuela after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude left at least 164 people dead and hundreds injured.

The cruise ship will visit Port Zante 13 times between November 2026 and March 2027 as part of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Caribbean deployment from San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The powerful earthquakes caused widespread damage across several Venezuelan states, prompting emergency declarations, rescue operations and the conversion of schools into temporary shelters.

Lightning activity caused two transmission circuits to trip on Tuesday night, leading to a temporary voltage dip across Trinidad and Tobago, but electricity supply remained uninterrupted.

Cycling Federation President St. Claire Williams said Tahje Browne suffered non-life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized following the collision on Sir Sydney Walling Highway.

The agreement, signed in Panama City, creates a framework for cooperation in trade, tourism, education, security and international affairs between Antigua and Barbuda and Honduras.

The memorandum allows airlines from both countries to operate passenger, cargo and mail services while paving the way for a formal air services agreement and stronger aviation cooperation.

Police said the suspect allegedly injured an officer with knives before fleeing.

Search operations were suspended overnight due to poor visibility and rough sea conditions before Coast Guard divers recovered the teenager’s body on Sunday morning.