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The OAS Caves to US Pressure Yet Again
Cuban American activist Rosa María Payá was voted into the Organization of American States (OAS)’s Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) on Friday despite concerns from an independent panel of her “conflicts of interest” and lack of...

Jerome Powell maintains wait-and-see policy despite White House pressure
Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on Tuesday repeated his wait-and-see approach towards cutting US interest rates despite mounting pressure from US President Donald Trump. “As long as the US economy is in solid shape, we think that the...

James Mandigo begins term as new University of the Fraser Valley president
James Mandigo has taken the reins at the University of the Fraser Valley and officially became the school's seventh president on Tuesday (July 1). He replaced the recently retired Joanne MacLean and has been involved at UFV since 2019. Over the...

Swoon-worthy romantic getaways to book now
Nothing rekindles connection like a change of scene. Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, marking an anniversary or simply craving time together, the best romantic getaways offer more than just beauty. They offer atmosphere, intimacy and a...

Spain and France go after mega-rich in huge changes to air travel rules
France and Spain are among a group of countries that have pledged to tax premium flying and private jets. In a bid to raise funds for climate action and sustainable development, the European nations along with Kenya and Barbados have committed to...

ALBA-TCP Blasts U.S. for Intensifying Economic Blockade Against Cuba
(MENAFN) The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) vehemently condemned the U.S. government's latest move to intensify its economic aggression and blockade against Cuba on Tuesday. In an official...

Latin American Bloc denounces US increasing economic pressure on Cuba
(MENAFN) The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People’s Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) issued a strong condemnation on Tuesday of the United States’ policy aimed at increasing economic pressure and blockade against Cuba. In an official...

Countries of the Americas meet in Guatemala to strengthen preparedness for influenza pandemics
Antigua Guatemala, June 20, 2025 (PAHO) – The Regional Coordination Meeting of the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Framework (PIP), organized by the Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), was held in Antigua...
Top 17 Features to Look for in High-Quality SEO Packages – A Complete Buyer’s Guide
Discover the must-have features of high-quality SEO packages from a digital marketing agency or web design company to ensure sustainable growth, better rankings, and ROI. What Key Features Should You Look for in a High-Quality SEO Package? In the...

11 free and cheap Eugene-area family-friendly activities this summer
Eugene and Springfield offer numerous free and low-cost activities for kids during the summer. Free options include library events, symphony concerts, museum visits, Movies in the Park, and Shakespeare in the Park. Low-cost options include Lagoon...

Nigeria establishes diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, proposes visa waivers for OECS officials
President Bola Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” Mr Tinubu stated this while...

Bartley’s All in Wood: From sawdust to strategy
Side by side in the workshop where it all began. Stanley Bartley laid the foundation, and his daughter Lacey-Ann Bartley built the brand — transforming a family skill into a regional enterprise, Bartley’s All in Wood.. Bartley’s All in Wood was...

Hurricane Forecasting at Risk After US Defence Decision, Antiguan Forecaster Expresses Concern
Destin highlighted the particular vulnerability this creates for Caribbean nations, explaining the technology’s crucial role in storm monitoring: “Microwave sensors ‘see’ through clouds to measure storm core structure. Caribbean Met services rely...
Latin regional bloc condemns U.S. policy against Cuba
CARACAS, July 1 (Xinhua) -- The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) on Tuesday strongly condemned the U.S. policy to reinforce economic aggression and blockade against Cuba. In a statement, the bloc...

Tinubu makes new proposal for OECS official passport holders
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu said this...

Tinubu Proposes Visa Waivers As Nigeria, Saint Lucia Establish Diplomatic Ties
Posted by African Examiner Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has proposed visa waivers for holders of diplomatic and official passports from the Organisation of Eastern...

Many formerly enslaved people in Saint Lucia were Nigerians – Official
President of the Saint Lucian Senate, Alvina Reynolds, underscored Nigeria’s and Saint Lucian ancestral links by quoting the result of a British census conducted on the island in 1815, which showed that most of the residents came from Nigeria. “Of...

Homegrown talent at the heart of C&W Communications
After more than a century connecting the people of the Caribbean, C&W Communications (C&W) is proud to have almost half of its senior leadership team comprised of wholly homegrown talent. The pioneering connectivity provider, which operates Flow,...

St. Kitts and Nevis Champions CARICOM’s Voice at UNGA 80th Anniversary of UN Charter
UNITED NATIONS, NY – June 30, 2025 In a historic and dignified address at the 80th Anniversary Commemoration of the Signing of the United Nations Charter, St. Kitts and Nevis stood proudly on the world stage, delivering a powerful statement on...

Ambassador Dwight Gardiner Calls for Urgent Action on Ocean Crisis at 35th UN Convention on the Laws of the Sea
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda’s Permanent Representative to the International Seabed Authority Ambassador Dwight Gardiner delivered cogent arguments before the United Nations on Tuesday urging states to demonstrate...