Caribbean/Latin Posts

Jamaica: Haitian repatriation raises concerns over treatment and rights

November 30, 2023 -The nine Haitian nationals who were intercepted in Portland, Jamaica on Monday were sent home shortly after their apprehension. Their journey back...

Another US tourist dies while snorkeling in the Bahamas

November 30, 2023  -A  61-year-old American tourist died while snorkeling in Castaway Cay, Abaco, in the Bahamas. The tragic event marks the fourth cruise ship...

Jamaica to welcome over 1 million US visitors during winter season

November 30, 2023  -A record 1.05 million airline seats have been secured from nearly six thousand flights coming into Jamaica out of the United States,...

Investigation into medication rates expected to lead to an increase in prescription line fee in six months

November 29, 2023  -WILLEMSTAD - The Curaçao Health Authority in formation will initiate an investigation to determine pharmacy rates. This decision emerged from a joint consultation...

Parliament member raises concerns over illegal landfills in Curaçao

November 29, 2023  -WILLEMSTAD - In a letter directed to the President of Parliament, Ana Maria Pauletta, a member of the PAR faction, has expressed...

Better quality gasoline and diesel en route to Curaçao, diesel slightly delayed

November 30, 2023  -WILLEMSTAD - Starting from the first quarter of 2024, Curaçao will exclusively receive higher-quality fuel at the pump. Minister of Economic Development, Ruisandro...

Business Posts

How Dr Anthony Fauci delivers ‘inconvenient truths’ to world leaders

November 30, 2023  -In an interview with the BBC, America's former top doctor shares how he navigated polarising conversations with seven US presidents – and...

Will Tesla’s truck recover from its shattering start?

November 30, 2023  -The last time Tesla boss Elon Musk took the stage to promote the electric car company's planned "cybertruck", its window ended up...

Meta takes down China-based network of thousands of fake accounts

November 30, 2023   -Meta says it recently removed a network of thousands of fake and misleading accounts based in China. The users posed as Americans...

Slick videos or more ‘authentic’ content? The Israel-Gaza battles raging on TikTok and X

November 27, 2023  -BBC News  -Young or old. TikTok or X. Pro-Israeli or pro-Palestinian. Your social media feeds are unique to you. Could they be...

John Lewis to offer health checks to customers

November 25, 2023  -John Lewis is to offer health checks to customers including tests for vitamin deficiencies and hormone imbalances. It will partner with Covid-19...

Somalia joins East African Community

November 25, 2023  -BBC News  -Somalia has joined the East African Community (EAC) in a move intended to boost economic growth in the country following...