The 2024 Calypso Monarch is Dezral from the Fire One Calypso Tent. Dezral delivered two compelling performances of his songs ‘De Biggest Gun’, and ‘A Wish For Fish ‘…
Dezral Captures the 2024 Calypso Monarch Title
Father Facts Now Father Back-Slide
YOU can pick up a mistake and carry it as a burden; or you can set it down and use it as a stepping stone to greatness”. A google quote by, “who knows”, but I found it…
Lessons from UK Politics
“What we anticipate seldom occurs: but what we least expect generally happens.” Benjamin Disraeli Introduction This quote by British politician, …
Lessons from Hurricane Beryl
Everyone’s heart should cry out for the people of Union Island, Carriacou, St. Vincent, Grenada, parts of Jamaica, St. Lucia, …
What happens when a Press Conference gets hijacked!
A Press Conference used to be just that – an event where journalists — The Press — listen to presentations …
It is amazing how the tables have turned!
IT is amazing how the tables have changed. Years gone by, one could have pointed fingers at people considered ‘old’, …
The Emperor’s New Clothes: A Minister’s Delusional Stewardship of St. Lucia’s Tourism Industry
THE recent comments made by Tourism Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire are a stark reminder of the government’s utter incompetence in …
Castries East Constituency 36th Annual General Meeting
The Castries East Constituency held its 36th Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 7thJuly, 2024, under the theme: “Enhancing Lives and …
The Homeless Landlord — Scripture: Matthew 8:20
Not long ago, there lived a landlord who made it possible for disadvantaged families to have a place they called …
Fried Plantains Recipe
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for fried plantains: Ingredients: • 2 ripe plantains (yellow with black spots for sweetness) …
Book Review: “The Exchange: After The Firm” by John Grisham
John Grisham returns with another legal thriller, “The Exchange: After The Firm,” a gripping sequel to his classic, “The Firm.” …
Immersed in Carnival? Keep an Eye on the Weather
THE vibrant rhythms of carnival music now filling the air wash over us and the colourful costumes that will be …
Who Will Be Monarch Tonight?
Will there be a new calypso monarch tonight or will Ti Blacks hold on to his crown? That’s the big …
First Citizens Empowering Queens!
FIRST Citizens Investment Services, proud Bronze Sponsors of Saint Lucia Carnival, held a special financial knowledge session for the island’s 2024 National Carnival Queen Contestants…
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority Honours Top Global Travel Advisors
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) has honoured the best-selling Saint Lucia travel advisors in the world, by hosting the 2024 Global Piton Awards for the top-producing…
Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat Statement for Carnival 2024
The Secretariat of the Substance Abuse Advisory Council has released a statement calling on Saint Lucians to make their safety …
Students Participate in Generative AI and Python Summer Camp
The summer vacation is poised to be an exciting one for some lucky teenagers who are participating in a four-week …
Traffic Management Plan for Carnival 2024
Purpose: The Traffic Management Plan was created by the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) to ensure that the Saint …
Saint Lucia Voted #4 in Travel + Leisure’s Readers’ 25 Favourite Islands in the Caribbean
The idyllic island of Saint Lucia has once again been recognized for its unparalleled beauty and exceptional tourism offerings, securing the #4 spot in Travel + Leisure’s Readers’ 25…
EC$118 Million Insurance Payout for Grenada Following the Passage of Hurricane Beryl
DURING this week, CCRIF will make payouts to the Government of Grenada totalling about US$44 million (EC$118 million) following the …