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Legendary Jamaican Jazz Maestro Hon. Dr. Monty Alexander Presents ‘A Living History: Jamaica To Jazz’ At Lincoln Center, NYC

Dr. Monty Alexander, C.D., O.J. (Jean-Baptiste Millot Image) CaribPR Wire, NEW YORK, NY, January 8, 2025: Celebrated Jamaican-born, Grammy-nominated jazz virtuoso, Hon. Dr. Monty Alexander, CD, O.J., is set to usher in 2025 in spectacular fashion with a historic, career retrospective and…

Sir Hilary appointed Chairman/Chancellor of the United Nations University

Professor Sir Hilary Beckles The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Tuesday, January 7, 2025—The United Nations University at the sitting of its Governance Council on December 7, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan, unanimously appointed Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, its new Chairman/Chancellor,…

Dart helping to preserve a vital piece of Cayman’s maritime history

The Fair Weather Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to preserving maritime heritage and culture in the Cayman Islands, has received some much needed wind in its sails, bolstering efforts to preserve a vital piece of Cayman’s maritime history thanks to…

New UWI research cluster initiative unites expertise to advance social entrepreneurship and community resilience

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Thursday, December 19, 2024—The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is pleased to announce the launch of the One UWI Research Cluster on Resilience Through Entrepreneurship. This transformative initiative aims to promote sustainable…

CARIBBEAN AIRLINES RE-INTRODUCES KINGSTON-FORT LAUDERDALE ROUTE

Kingston, Jamaica, December 18, 2024 — Caribbean Airlines announces the launch of itshighly anticipated Kingston–Fort Lauderdale route, reaffirming the airline’s commitment toconnecting the Caribbean and its Diaspora. The inaugural flight took off on December 17,offering travelers the convenience of three…

UWI Researcher wins AI Innovation Grand Challenge at COP29

University experts at the annual climate conference discuss outcomes and the financial urgency for Small Island States The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica. Friday December 6, 2024—Dr. Letetia Addison, a seasoned researcher and Adjunct Lecturer at the School of Science, Computing…

Cayman: RCIPS & CBC Joint Operation Result in Arrest of Overstayer

From RCIPS In response to community concerns reported to the police about illegal activity and allegations of immigration offences, RCIPS and CBC officers conducted a joint operation early on the morning of Thursday, 5 December, just off the Cypros Road…

Jamaica: Republic bill ready

By By Bert Wilkinson From Caribbean Life Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness. Government of Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness’s administration says it is ready to table a bill to dump the British monarchy, make Jamaica a republic, and install a local…

UWI students showcase interdisciplinary research for Caribbean and global advancement at the postgraduate conference

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica, WI. Wednesday, November 27, 2024—Students at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) are shaping the future of the Caribbean and beyond through their research. The University recently hosted its second annual postgraduate student…