THE Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has announced the return of the Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF), to …
CHTA Announces the Return of CHIEF to Miami this Year
Caribbean Health Leaders Call for and Commit to Urgent Action on Climate Change and Health
THE change of environmental and long-term weather conditions in the Caribbean can undeniably be attributed to rising carbon dioxide (CO2) …
Farmers To Get Relief Following Tropical Storm Bret
AGRICULTURAL Minister Alfred Prospere has assured farmers that government will be providing some sort of relief to them following the passage of Tropical Storm Bret, however the minister says farmers should exercise patience.
CDB’s BNTF and CDEMA Partner to Organise Regional Proposal Writing Training Workshops
FIFTY-ONE community development professionals from 17 Caribbean countries are being trained in proposal writing at a workshop series funded by …
Breadfruit and Breadnut Festival on Display for Emancipation Day Festivities
At least 14 local producers or more are due to participate in the annual Breadfruit and Breadnut Festival, to be held on Emancipation Day (August, 1) at the Anglican Church Annex, with focus on promoting and displaying products made from the two local food crops.
CARICOM, CELAC and EU making hay while sun still shines on Reparations… But what about Native Genocide?
Approaching 10 years since calling for Reparations from the UK and European nations that benefitted from Trans-Atlantic Slavery and Native …
A Reflection on Carnival 2023
Fellow Saint Lucians, now that the Carnival festivities are over, I invite us as a nation, to spend some time …
No Issues With Our CIP – Hilaire
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Information, Culture and Investment Dr. Ernest Hilaire has stated there is no authencity in the reports circulating, implicating Saint Lucia is in the visa waiver restrictions imposed on selected countries.
Could Impending Excise Tax on Tobacco Fuel Illicit Trading?
Caribbean countries have joined the global forum in expressing their concerns over the illicit trade of tobacco in the region, …
Emancipation Lecture Tomorrow
Dr. Anderson Reynolds will tomorrow lecture on The Politics of St. Lucia from George FL Charles to Phillip J Pierre: …
Central Castries has Potential to be a Mega Entertainment Hub – Frederick
PARLIAMENTARY Representative for Central Castries Richard Frederick feels there is scope for transforming the capital city into a mega entertainment hub, featuring dramatic, theatrical and cultural displays.
Heineken Saint Lucia Ltd. Appoints First Female Managing Director
Leading local total beverage manufacturer Heineken Saint Lucia Ltd., is delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs. Holly Bostock to the position of Managing Director.
OECS Invitational Boxing Action This Weekend
Close to 70 boxers from the OECS and farther afield are set to compete in this weekend’s exciting OECS Invitational Boxing Championships: Revival, which will be hosted in Saint Lucia.
SLFA Congress Highlights Measures for Further Development of the Sport
The Saint Lucia Football Association [SLFA] Inc. held its 37th Congress, last Saturday, in Vieux Fort.
On September 11, Small Island States get their day in Court
IN the face of unremitting climate change threats and unfulfilled promises from industrialized nations, leaders of small island states have …
Can Philip J. Pierre Deliver Term 2 For Labour?
FAILED opposition parties and their online media mega-horns, whether languishing in a Caribbean wilderness or elsewhere, naturally (these days) hide …
While We Talk, Let’s Act!
IT’S all over! Raw, intense, and unrelenting heat that is breaking records on all continents. In Europe, heat waves bearing …
Is Mankind Heading for Extinction through Self-destruction?
OFTEN when judgement is passed it can be baffling, depending on interpretation. As for what is a failing grade or …
CIP on the ropes
EXCERPT from Associates Times. “The United Kingdom government is poised to suspend the visa-free waiver agreement with Dominica this July, …
The Botham Jean Foundation: Continuing a Humanitarian Legacy
THE Botham Jean Foundation is firm in its resolve to continue the humanitarian legacy left behind by Botham Jean. The …