CARICOM sends greetings to Jamaica on 55th anniversary of independence
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) grouping has lauded the distinguished contribution of Jamaica to the world as the country celebrates its 55th anniversary of political independence from Britain on Sunday. In a message marking the occasion, CARICOM…
ARIN strengthens commitment to the Caribbean
New Outreach Liaison Appointed CENTREVILLE, Va., Aug. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bevil Wooding as Caribbean Outreach Liaison, a newly created role to strengthen the organization’s relationships…
UK: Grenfell Towers public inquiry may be delayed if Corporate Manslaughter charges are filed
From WN The investigation into the Grenfell Towers fire is in danger of being suspended for a lengthy period of time if prosecutors decide to pursue corporate manslaughter charges, The Guardian reported. Last week, police officials identified Kensington and Chelsea council…
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…
‘A Profound Loss’ – Doctor killed outside airport in Cayman Islands laid to rest
By Romario Scott From Jamaica Gleaner Scores of mourners turned out yesterday to pay their final respects to Dr Vary Jones-Leslie, the obstetrician and gynaecologist who met her demise in The Cayman Islands last month, sending shockwaves throughout the medical…
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…