Eastern Caribbean Countries to discuss Geothermal Energy at special forum in Saint Kitts and Nevis
From OECS The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission are partnering with the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis to jointly host a Regional Geothermal Forum under the theme: ‘Opportunities and Synergies for…
Psychiatrist’s message for Caribbean countries
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Mar 16, CMC – Caribbean governments have been advised to follow Montserrat’s example in developing a strategic response to long-term psychosocial needs of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the population following major disasters. The advice has…
Caribbean countries endorse effort to accelerate pro-growth reforms
From South Florida Caribbean News BELIZE – Twelve Caribbean countries endorsed today (March 1st) a joint communique to move forward on their pro-growth agenda. “This event is an important milestone for member countries of the Caribbean Growth Forum. Together with…
Scientists from the University of Southampton have uncovered evidence of a previously unknown large volcanic eruption in the Caribbean Sea
By The Curacao Chronicle From Repeating Islands Scientists from the University of Southampton have uncovered evidence of a previously unknown large volcanic eruption in the Caribbean Sea, The Curaçao Chronicle reports. The university says on its website that by studying…
The unfree Irish in the Caribbean were indentured servants, not slaves
By Liam Hogan, Matthew Reilly and Laura McAtackney From Yahoo News This is an op-ed by Liam Hogan, Laura McAtackney, and Matthew Connor Reilly. They write in response to what they call the myth of “Irish slaves” in the New…
UK territories reaffirm commitment to economic development at Cayman meeting
From Caribbean News Now GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands — Elected leaders of the UK’s Overseas Territories, met in the Cayman Islands on 15-17 July 2014 to discuss the forthcoming Joint Ministerial Council Meeting (JMC), scheduled for December in London. The…
Pre-JMC meeting kicks off
GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands – Overseas Territories Heads of Government gathered here this morning to begin the pre-Joint Ministerial Council Meeting. The meeting, chaired by Cayman Islands Premier Hon. Alden McLaughlin, is an opportunity for all Overseas Territories Heads of…
Caribbean island buried by eruption goes green with volcano power
By Graham Ryan Research Fellow at University of Auckland from The Conversation The eastern Caribbean island of Montserrat has suffered more than its fair share of natural disaster. In 1989, Hurricane Hugo struck the island, causing massive destruction with more…
Moonen introduces Caribbean line of yachts
Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has introduced the new Caribbean series of motoryachts. The Caribbean range combines classic looks with lots of extras that guarantee a high resale value. There are six models available: the 85’ Mariana, the 100’ Montserrat,…
MICA “Drops the Puck” on a National Spectrum Plan System
Brades, Montserrat – The Montserrat Info-Communications Authority (MICA) completed the implementation of its new enterprise software system designed to manage the island’s National Spectrum Plan. MICA is the local authority responsible for managing all of Montserrat’s telecommunications licensing and the…
