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…
Children are trafficked on social media
By Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United February 15th, 2026 News Digest OUR CAMPAIGN ISSUES IN THE NEWS Technology & toolsHow Big Tech evades responsibility for child sex trafficking on social mediaSocial media platforms are central to child sex trafficking in the…
UPDATE: Cayman Police Confirm Victim’s Identity and Formal Charges in Relation to Murder Incident in George Town
Update: 15 February Police can now confirm the identity of the victim who was fatally stabbed during physical altercation on Friday 13 February, as Jahmoll Davonte Watson, age 20, of George Town. The RCIPS extends sincerest condolences to the family…
Creative Campaign for The All−New 2027 Kia Telluride Debuts During Winter Olympics Coverage
Broadcasting initially during the 2026 Winter Olympics, Kia America has debuted a new creative campaign for the much-anticipated second-generation Kia Telluride SUV. The first of two dedicated Telluride spots will continue airing during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend later this…
