Caribbean countries could benefit from new IMF initiative
From Jamaica Observer WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it is adapting its framework for providing support to Caribbean and other low income countries (LICs) amid rising vulnerabilities. The Washington-based financial institution in a statement…
Connecticut rescues appear in the 2018 Puppy Bowl
By Samantha Miller, News 8 WTNH (WTNH) — Two Connecticut rescues were ready for their moment of fame in the 20-18 Puppy Bowl. Deidre Croce and Laura Wallace of the Spotty Dog Rescue talk about the importance of dog adoption….
UK: Child almost falls through floor of moving train in Devon
From BBC A small boy almost fell from a moving train carriage on to the track below because the toilet floor was missing. His mother was able to catch him before he fell when she took him to the toilet…
IMF approves US$2.8 million disbursement to Grenada
From Caribbean News Now WASHINGTON, USA — On Wednesday, the executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Grenada and the fourth review of Grenada’s performance under a program supported by a three-year arrangement…
IMF Executive Board approves US$68.8 Million for Jamaica
From South Florida Caribbean News WASHINGTON, DC – The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today completed the fifth review of Jamaica’s economic performance under the program supported by a four-year, SDR 615.38 million (about US$932 million at…