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SILVER MEDALISTS!
Dominica’s men took the silver medal at the 2026 ECVA U20 Beach Volleyball Championship! Dominica – Tahj/Caiston vs Saint Lucia – Emmanuel/Clarke Results: 0-2 (18-21, 19-21) An incredible run ends with SILVER for these rising stars of Caribbean volleyball, who came into the tournament as the defending 2025 champions and proved once again they are […]
Death announcement of 75-year-old Mr. Bernard Seraphin, affectionately known as “Ti Al Ben,” of Fond St. Jean,who resided in Chicago,…
He leaves to mourn:His wife: Darlene Seraphin. Three children: Bianca Seraphin, Thomas A. Seraphin Jr. and Gray Seraphin. Two granddaughters: Darryel Bowens and Samira Seraphin. Three stepdaughters: Lamekia, Jutoria, Kiara Nine step-grandchildren: Willie, Ariel, Josiah, Jaseer, Bryant, Brandon, Arieonna, Ryan, and Byron. Three brothers: Steven Francis, Petrus Francis in Chicago and Joseph,Francis in Dominica One […]
Australian Police Renew Appeal With Unseen Photos in Cold Case of British Backpacker Murder
Police in Australia have released previously unseen photographs from their investigation into the murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio 25 years ago. Falconio, from Huddersfield, was shot on a remote stretch of highway near the Northern Territory town of Barrow Creek, about 186 miles (300km) north of Alice Springs on 14 July 2001. His body […]
Martinique–Barbados: A Five-Year Agreement to Take Action
At the CARICOM summit, Martinique did more than just take a new seat. On July 7, 2026, on the sidelines of the meeting held in Saint Lucia, Serge Letchimy and Mia Amor Mottley signed a cooperation agreement between Martinique and Barbados. A concrete goal is taking shape: to transform the Caribbean’s geographical proximity into projects […]
Statement by the Dominica Freedom Party on the imminent loss of the CBI Programme Statement Date – July 13th 2026
The Dominica Freedom Party (DFP) and the citizens of the Commonwealth of Dominica became aware through a statement issued by the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Brown to his citizens that since June 2026, the European Union (EU) has communicated to the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States, (OECS) member states that have active […]
A Response to the OECS Heads of Government Statement of July 10, 2026 On Citizenship By Investment Programs And Engagement With The…
I read with a certain level of dismay and bewilderment, the recently issued statement by the OECS Heads of Government regarding the Citizenship by Investment program and their possible engagement with the European Union. In particular, the Eleventh Paragraph of the Statement issued by the OECS Heads of Government on 10 July 2026, caught my […]
Dominica Falls to Turks and Caicos, Shifts Focus to Friday Night Clash with Host Guyana
Dominica opened its campaign at the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers with an 81–64 defeat to the Turks and Caicos Islands, despite a strong third-quarter response and an outstanding 29-point performance from Ethan Boland. The Bouyon Ballers will now turn their attention to an important encounter against host nation Guyana on Friday, July 10, 2026, […]
5 NEW DRAFT STANDARDS (3 NATIONAL, 2 REGIONAL) FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Dominica Bureau of Standards develops Standards and Codes of Practice through consultations with relevant interest groups. In accordance with the provisions of the Standards Act, public comment is invited on all draft Standards before they are declared as Dominica National Standards (DNS) or Dominica national Code of Practice (DNCP). In light of this, the […]
The Monsters Are Not the Migrants
Three men landed in Basseterre on 19 May 2026. They were not criminals, they were not threats, they were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time and the United States wanted them gone. They were CARICOM nationals from Jamaica and Belize, transferred under a bilateral arrangement. Now Antigua and Barbuda has published a […]
Caribbean Airlines Brings Travel, Trade and Business Solutions to TIC 2026
Caribbean Airlines is showcasing its portfolio of passenger, cargo and business solutions at the 2026 Trade and Investment Convention (TIC), reinforcing its role as a key enabler of regional connectivity, trade and economic development. From July 9 – 11, visitors to Booths 240 – 241 at the TIC, Centre of Excellence, Macoya, venue have the […]
The Jack-of-All-Trades Advantage — A Column by Basil Springer July 10, 2026
As I look back on eight and a half decades of living, what stands out is not one headline achievement, but the winding, curious path that brought me here. From my secondary school days to today, I have worn many hats: student, cricketer, photographer, scout, biometrician, business consultant, Rotarian, traveler and columnist. At school, friends […]
ECTEL Launches Round Two of the Pearl Allison Lake (P.A.L.) Scholarship Fund
The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) is pleased to announce the launch of the second round of applications for the Pearl Allison Lake (P.A.L.) Scholarship Fund. This second application cycle follows the selection and recognition of the Fund’s inaugural cohort of scholarship recipients, who received financial assistance to support their secondary school education in ECTEL’s Contracting States. […]
“Schools Shouldn’t Be Billboards for Junk Food”
Think back to your school days. Think about Sports Day, the Boys’ and Girls’ Championships in Jamaica, or the CARIFTA Games: championship banners around the cricket field, a free drink after your race, a tent with refreshments, and company logos on the scoreboard, programme, or medals. For many people in the Caribbean, these moments evoke […]
STATEMENT BY THE HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE PARTICIPATING EASTERN CARIBBEAN STATES ON CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMMES AND ENGAGEMENT…
The Heads of Government of the participating Eastern Caribbean States met in Roseau, Commonwealth of Dominica, on the 10th of July, 2026, at the invitation and under the chairmanship of the Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica, to consider recent developments concerning Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes and the implications of […]
For Women in Science 2026 Call for Applications Opens, Offering Two $15,000 Awards to Caribbean Women Researchers
L’Oréal Caribe and the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean announce the opening of the 2026 call for applications for the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science program, an initiative that recognizes and supports outstanding women researchers from the region by awarding two $15,000 USD grants to advance the development of their scientific research. The call for […]
The Department of Fisheries makes proactive strides to safeguard the future of bonefish in the Turks & Caicos Islands
The Department of Fisheries and Marine Resource Management (DFMRM) brought together fishers, fishing guides, tourism representatives, conservation partners, and other stakeholders during this week’s Bonefish Workshop, held under the theme “Your Voice. Your Fishery. Our Future” on June 1st (Provo) & 6th (South Caicos). The event reflected DFMRM’s commitment to science-based fisheries management and meaningful stakeholder […]
Death announcement of Helen Ellen Magloire (née Stedman)Better known as: “Mamita” and “Yaya”Sunrise: 12 June 1938 | Sunset: 23 June 2026 of…
Predeceased by:Parents: †Canut Hugh Stedman and †Theresa Moses Stedman Brothers: †Jno Baptist Valmond and †Alick Stedman Husband: †Allan Magloire She leaves to mourn her beloved children:Cylas Alie & Theresa Frorup-AlieDorah AlieLucien Julian Stedman & Monica Prescott Stedman Stepchildren:Albelto MagloireGlenda MagloireThyrone & Carina Magloire-JulianaSandra & Edwin Tjong A Hong-MagloireLyndon & Grushenka Magloire-Abad Grandchildren:Dexter & Diana AlieKeydella […]
West Indies Secure First Test Series Win Against Sri Lanka in 23 Years
The West Indies ended a 23-year wait for a Test series victory over Sri Lanka, securing a 1-0 triumph in the two-match series following the drawn second Test in Antigua. A pair of outstanding batting performances from Justin Greaves and Shai Hope inspired the West Indies to 499 all out in reply to Sri […]
Death announcement of Izerine Williams, better known as Tanzin of Wesley. She departed this life on June 15th 2026.
She was the beloved mother of Nadine Paul. Sisters: Tilda Henry in Antigua, Jane St.Amie in Dominica, and Eva Williams in the UK. One brother: Kenneth Williams in the US Brother in law: Edmund Laurent One Adopted Son: Dalton Francis Many nephews including Ashworth, Quammie, Emanuel, Kodel, Ellsworth, Jonas, Micheal, Priam, Ashley, Pastor Lovelace, Kim, […]
The Central Bank of Barbados in Plain English — A Column by Basil Springer (July 3, 2026)
Every Barbadian benefits from the work of the Central Bank of Barbados (CBB) every day, even though most will never step inside the institution. Yet how many people ever read its annual report? With BiMPay now live, this is a good time to understand what the Central Bank actually does and how the public can […]
Ministry of Agriculture to Strengthens National Disaster Preparedness through Damage Assessment Training
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy is hosting a Pre- and Post-Disaster Damage Assessment Training Programme on July 7–8, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Prevo Cinemall, Roseau as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and build a more resilient agricultural sector. The two-day training forms part of […]
Grenada Named No. 2 Best Caribbean Island in Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026
Grenada has been ranked the No. 2 Best Island in the Caribbean, Bermuda and The Bahamas in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026, marking a major rise in one of the travel industry’s most respected reader-voted rankings. The destination climbed from its No.12 ranking in 2025 to secure the second position in the […]
BOUYON SUMMER LIME
Get ready for the ultimate summer vibes at Bouyon Summer Lime, presented by Royal Spot and Ernett! Date: Saturday, 11th July Time: 3:00 PM Venue: 229 South 10th Avenue, Mount Vernon Come enjoy an afternoon of great music, delicious food, and an unforgettable atmosphere featuring music by DJ Kaiyo and DJ Snippa. On the Menu: […]
Death announcement of 87 years old FEDALINE FAUSTINA LEBLANC nee ADAMS, better known as Tanty, of Colihaut, who died on June 13th 2026. She…
She is survived by:Her children: Deborah and Celia in Dominica; Clevia and Claudius Jr. in the United States of America 13 Grandchildren: Michael, Chad, Chermeka, Bianca, Sidney, De Andre, Devanche, Kiarrah, Gabriella, Roan, Stephanie, Latifah and Adrien 14 Great grand children, including Peace, Kalani, Nelani, Ayah, Imani, Mason, Latifah and Adrien in the United States […]