21st-century geopolitics of the Caribbean. Part IV.
By Andrew Korybko When predicting the contours of any forthcoming revitalization of the West Indies Federation, it’s important to keep in mind that this prospective entity will probably be comprised of three primary parts constituting an “Atlantic Bloc”, the OECS,…
Meet the Caribbean born man a Malaysian tycoon’s daughter gave up US$ millions for
From NAN News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Aug. 2, 2017: The love of her Caribbean man is worth more than the US $407 million she was set to inherit as the daughter of one of Malaysia’s richest men. So…
Jamaica: Independence Message from Prime Minister Andrew Holness
Fellow Jamaicans, On the 55th anniversary of our independence, it is fitting that we celebrate our achievements and strengths while pondering our challenges. Our independence theme this year is, “Celebrating Jamaicans at home and abroad”. And how appropriate that we…
Jamaica: Independence Message from the Governor-General His Excellency The Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen
Story Highlights My fellow Jamaicans, at home and abroad, and friends of Jamaica. Lady Allen and I join with you as we celebrate our fifty-fifth year as an independent nation. Though not perfect, our democracy and the freedoms we enjoy…
UPDATED: Charges against Cayman Islands speaker will be dropped says Attorney [They have]
UPDATE: State Attorney’s Office spokesman Ron Ishoy in Broward County released the following statement Friday afternoon: “The Broward State Attorney’s office in Fort Lauderdale filed paperwork Friday afternoon – an announcement of no information – noting that it will not file a…
Cayman Islands: Man Charged: Officers Respond to Burglary-in-Progress on West Bay Road Early Wed Morning, 2 August, One Arrested
Charged with Burglary, in Court Fri Morning, 4 August From RCIPS The 29-year-old man arrested early Wednesday morning during a police response to a burglary-in-progress on West Bay Road has been charged with Burglary with Intent, Possession of an Imitation…
iNews Briefs & Community Events
Students Invited to CPA Roadshow at GT Town Hall Friday (4) The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) would like to invite the students on Friday, 4 August 2017 at the Town Hall in George Town from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm….
Views wanted on allowing drivers who hold a Cayman Islands licence to drive cars and light motorcycles to exchange it for a British equivalent
Open consultation Exchange of driving licences issued in the Cayman Islands From:Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Published:1 August 2017 This consultation closes at 11:59pm on 29 August 2017 Summary This consultation seeks your views on allowing drivers who hold a…
Venezuela vote: Turnout figure ‘tampered with’
From BBC Turnout numbers for Sunday’s controversial vote in Venezuela have been “tampered with”, the company that provided the voting system alleges. Venezuela’s electoral authorities said more than eight million people voted in the elections for a new constituent assembly….
Expanding credit to businesses a major focus of PM Harris’ administration, as well as the ECCU
(PRESS SEC) – At the recent 88th Meeting of the Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), the Council affirmed its strong commitment to implementing the ECCU Growth Action Plan and “agreed to urge commercial banks to increase…






