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Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, 53, reportedly died after a heavy crucifix fell on him at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on October 17, 2026.

St. Kitts and Nevis topped the CBI Index 2026 with 78 points, followed by Dominica with 75 and Grenada with 72.

The U.S. military said four people were killed after it struck a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea, but officials have not provided evidence that narcotics were aboard.

A loaded gun was found at a Michigan daycare after a three-year-old boy brought it in his backpack and passed it among other children before a teacher intervened.

An Indian captain was stabbed by his co-pilot aboard Flydubai Flight FZ1073 before passengers and crew intervened, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

Antigua and Barbuda and Azerbaijan have signed agreements removing visa requirements for diplomatic, official and ordinary passport holders, strengthening bilateral ties and facilitating travel between the two countries.

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar wished St. Kitts and Nevis prosperity and happiness on its 43rd Independence anniversary, reaffirming India’s close cooperation with the Federation.

The Dominica-flagged oil tanker Daisy was among commercial vessels cited in a Human Rights Watch assessment of recent Houthi attacks in the Gulf of Aden, raising concerns over the safety of civilian shipping.

Indian lawyer Vijay Aggarwal appeared before Southwark Crown Court after prosecutors presented an additional rape allegation, while the ongoing investigation into multiple alleged sexual offences continues.

Indian criminal lawyer Vijay Aggarwal was reportedly detained in London, with reports alleging that a large amount of cash was found during a police raid at his Mayfair residence.

India’s FAST-DS scheme opens a one-time window until December 31, 2026, allowing eligible taxpayers to disclose certain undisclosed foreign assets and income subject to prescribed conditions and thresholds.

At least 164 people have died and hundreds more have been injured after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, with rescue teams continuing to search for survivors.

268Weather now forecasts 12 named storms, four hurricanes and two major hurricanes for 2026, citing the development of a strong El Niño pattern as a key factor.

Police believe the deaths may have resulted from a murder-suicide after finding evidence of suspected poisoning, while the children's father had been preparing for their court-approved summer visit to Utah.

The forum focused on climate mobility challenges facing Small Island Developing States, with leaders discussing financing, relocation strategies and the right of vulnerable communities to remain in their homes where possible.

More than 71% of wealthy individuals are seeking second citizenship amid political instability, with European nations dominating the latest global rankings released by CS Global Partners.

The Airbus A321 struck a person who had entered a restricted area, prompting engine fire, smoke in the cabin, and emergency evacuation of 231 passengers.

Antiguan-born stylist June Ambrose helped style Jay-Z at the 2026 Met Gala, joining Beyoncé and Blue Ivy for a high-profile family fashion moment.

Authorities described the incident as a “family annihilation” after the suspect allegedly targeted multiple homes, leaving eight children dead and others critically injured in a devastating attack.

Ghana National Fire Service swiftly contained fire; investigation underway to determine cause of the crash.