Caribbean

Antigua and Barbuda is experiencing a booming cruise season, welcoming multiple ships daily and thousands of visitors to St John’s Harbour.

The Christmas Village will feature a young entrepreneurs' market, shopping experiences, local product showcases and a kids' zone, offering something for everyone.

Two ships from Norwegian Cruise Line, the Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Gem, carried a total of 6,177 passengers to St Kitts and Nevis.

The New York Times highlighted the resort’s unique offerings, including 52 rooms and villas set along Deadman’s Beach, featuring expanded terraces, sea-view glass doors and hand-finished stucco walls.

The Valiant Lady was welcomed in Dominica with a ceremonial plaque exchange, highlighting the growing collaboration between cruise lines and local tourism authorities.

The couple spent their day on the quiet New Town Bay Road shoreline, enjoying the gentle waves with three cruise ships in view.

The UWP won just one seat in the general elections, secured by Chastanet in Micoud South, while the Saint Lucia Labour Party claimed 14 seats, with two going to independent candidates.

The docking of Vasco da Gama was met with enthusiasm, signaling a progressive future for Dominica’s cruise tourism industry.

WINAir will begin offering non-stop flights between St Maarten and Trinidad, providing travelers with a more direct and convenient option for traveling between the two islands.

The airline announced that flights to San Juan and Tortola will be suspended from January 10, 2026, due to operational challenges making the routes unsustainable.

Dominica’s 10-Megawatt geothermal plant in Roseau Valley aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, stabilize electricity prices, and boost renewable energy development.

Some of the houses will be assigned to the residents of Dubique, and around 26 will be given to the residents of Grand Bay.

PM Skerrit confirmed that a Chinese design team has already been engaged to conduct studies and collect data for the Northern Road Improvement Project.

PM Dr Terrance Drew calls for stronger national leadership and local funding as foreign HIV/AIDS support declines.

Police say they are examining the crime scene and the vehicle for evidence as the investigation into the alleged assault continues.

Both leaders, in their final addresses, emphasized the importance of voting and outlined the promises they intend to deliver.

“At the end of the day, we will have a much improved communication network from Roseau to Grand Bay,” the Prime Minister said.

At last Tuesday's conference, Dr Drew shared a detailed account of the natural tragedy that devastated more than half of Jamaica, highlighting the importance of regional solidarity in such events.

Prime Minister Philip J Pierre shared an update and noted that the newly upgraded complex is a secure and vibrant space for youth development.

A 19-year-old student was granted bail, after being charged with attempted murder in connection with an incident during the Garifuna Settlement Day celebrations.