Poverty is the festering wound at the heart of the world’s social, economic, and political tensions. In the Americas, it …
Poverty—The Root Cause of Global and National Tensions: A Call for OAS Action
Lest We Forget – From Whence Cometh Our Unhealthy Problems At OKEU!
As the longest-serving MP in the Cabinet of Ministers, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has a very-long memory – which …
Do some people need special glasses to see?
I take it that the majority of our people are of sound mind, have perfect vision and hear clearly. But …
Looking at the Glass
Several studies have shown that most people are wired to be optimistic and forward-looking, and to see the glass as …
Farewell Madam Commissioner
Saint Lucia’s first female Commissioner of Police, Cruscita Descartes-Pelius, was appointed in 2022 (although in an ‘Acting’ capacity)…
Ministry of Health Urges Parents to Prioritize Health and Safety as New School Year Begins
As the new academic school year approaches, the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is urging parents and guardians across Saint Lucia to be vigilant…
Reduction of Taxes for More Affordable Regional Travel a Major Concern, says Tourism Minister
Tourism Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire recently highlighted the pressing issue of high taxes impacting regional travel…
Female Shot and Killed
On Friday, August 30, about 7:30 a.m., the Criminal Investigations Department in Castries received a report of a shooting that …
‘Learn, Earn and Thrive’ – Hallmarks of King’s Trust Project
Officers from the Community Relations Branch (CRB) within the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force are touting the success of an …
Marcus Garvey Concert in Celebration of Emancipation Month to be Held Today
As part of this year’s activities to celebrate Emancipation Month, the local Rastafarian Community in collaboration with the Pan-African Movement will stage a Marcus Garvey Concert…
Police Report Decrease in Crime Statistics Despite Incessant Gun Violence
Law enforcement officers are reporting a 20% decrease in the overall crime figures despite the rampant wave of criminal activity permeating throughout the country…
More Point-of-Sale Machines for Local MSMEs
The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Organization of American States (OAS), will be distributing additional point-of-sale machines to …
Ten Fond St. Jacques Seed Mentors Graduate from Culinary Training
The recent completion of a Seed Mentor Training Programme by ten residents from Fond St. Jacques has positioned the west …
CARPHA and New PAHO Subregional Director Commit to Continued Collaborations to Improve Public Health in the Caribbean
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and newly appointed Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Subregional Programme Director-Caribbean, Ad Interim, Dr …
Government Allocates $11 Million to Strengthen Health Care System in Saint Lucia
The Government of Saint Lucia has allocated $11 million to the Millennium Heights Medical Complex (MHMC) to address pressing financial …
“Rastafarian Movement Has Been at the Forefront of Advocating for Freedom and Justice,” Says Henry
As Saint Lucia embraces Emancipation Month, it is imperative to champion increased tolerance, unity, and inclusion across all societal sectors …
OASYS Successfully Concludes Trainers Workshop on Positive Youth Development
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States’ (OECS) Opportunities to Advance and Support Youth for Success (OASYS) Project is pleased to announce…
To Secure Peace in the Indo-Pacific, Include Taiwan in the UN System
Taiwan is an indispensable partner in global supply chains, producing more than 90 percent of the world’s high-end semiconductors and a significant portion…
Healthcare Workers Undergo Quality Improvement Training
Public health nursing supervisors and community health nurses from participating facilities in Phase One of the performance-based financing PBF pilot …
758 Pride Hosts Its Sixth Year of Saint Lucia Pride
The Saint Lucia Pride committee will host the sixth annual Pride celebration for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community…