MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – February 16, 2026
February 16, 2026 Mottley secures historic third 30-0 sweep in Barbados Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley and the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) have made history, securing a third consecutive clean sweep in Barbados’ general elections held last week. In a commanding show of…
Heating Safety Tips Every Family Should Know
Heating keeps your home comfortable through cold weather, but it also comes with responsibilities, especially when kids and pets are part of the household. From hot surfaces to hidden risks, a few smart precautions can make the difference between a…
Orange Summer Challenge 2025: Orange Middle East and Africa (MEA) awards three impact-driven start-ups
The winning start-ups will benefit from financial, technical and business support provided by the Orange Digital Centers and Orange MEA, including a total grant of €50,000 to accelerate their development CASABLANCA, Morocco, February 16, 2026/ — Following the 3rd International Orange…
Study: AI Chatbots Regularly Give Wrong Health Advice
Dreamstime From Newsmax Asking AI about medical symptoms does not help patients make better decisions about their health than other methods, such as a standard internet search, according to a new study published in Nature Medicine. The authors said the…
Africa’s Energy Future Cannot Be Built on Exclusion
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, February 16, 2026/ — Across many Western countries, anti-energy activists attack the very oil and gas industry that provides tax revenue to build schools, pave roads and fund universities. Unreasonable limits on oil and natural gas activity do…
Suriname’s Foreign Minister to Address Caribbean Energy Week (CEW 2026) as Offshore Oil Projects Advance
Minister Melvin Bouva will outline how foreign policy, investment partnerships and regulatory coordination are supporting Suriname’s first offshore oil and gas developments at Caribbean Energy Week PARAMARIBO, Suriname, February 16, 2026/ — Melvin Bouva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and…
16 Feb Weather in Cayman
Mon 16 February 2026 Weather in Cayman SYNOPSIS An increase in the chance of showers is expected as the day progresses due to a shearline. Instability is expected into the night. Light to gentle winds and slight seas are forecast…
