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Draft legislation for establishment of Eastern Caribbean CBI/CIP regulator now available for public comment
ECCB press release - Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 9:00 AM The Interim Regulatory Commission (IRC) has published the draft legislation for the establishment of a regional regulator for Citizenship by Investment Programmes (CBI/CIP) – the Eastern...

Déjà Vu-Inducing Swimsuits Are Celebrities' Favorite Summer 2025 Trend
While packing for my Fourth of July getaway, I realized I've worn the same lavender bikini for three summers straight. The two-piece looked frayed and tired in my suitcase, let alone on my person. Thus began my hunt for a replacement. Turns out, I...
AkaiiUSweet goes big for summer 2025, with performances scheduled across the Caribbean and the United States
by Eulana Weekes St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN): AkaiiUSweet, the vibrant and dynamic deejay, producer and Soca artist hailing from St. Kitts, is taking his talents global this summer with an international tour that promises to set stages ablaze....

MONSTERRAT NATIONAL HERO & CRICKET LEGEND JIM ALLEN PASSES AWAY
Montserrat Mourns a Titan – But His Legacy Will Forever Roar Across the Islands The sun has set on one of the Caribbean’s brightest cricketing flames. Charles Henry “Jim” Allen, the iconic Montserratian batsman, has passed away at Glendon Hospital...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...

International Reggae Day festivities grow global momentum
30 Countries join the movement as media, and fans across multiple platforms prepare for global unity on July 1. With the theme ‘One Love. One Voice. One Day…’ International Reggae Day (IRD) 2025 is striking a powerful chord across continents,...

Fatal Destination episode 5: A detailed case overview
Fatal Destination episode 5 explores the story of four individuals named Jake and Kelly Branam, Samuel Kairy, and Scott Gamble, who were mysteriously killed after they embarked on a boating trip from Miami, Florida, and didn't return. The Fatal...

Int’l Reggae Day 2025 builds momentum
With the theme ‘One Love. One Voice. One Day’, International Reggae Day (IRD) 2025 is striking a powerful chord worldwide, uniting fans, creatives, and media partners in celebration of reggae’s message of unity, truth, and cultural pride. On July...

Eastern Caribbean Markets Seek Investment Stability
Sterling Steps Up with BBB+ Rating As Eastern Caribbean Markets Seek Investment Stability Eastern Caribbean economies are grappling with a convergence of financial challenges that have long constrained growth. Despite a post-pandemic rebound,...

Mayor pays tribute to five at Gracie Mansion Caribbean-American Heritage event
On Monday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams honored four Caribbean nationals during his annual grand Caribbean-American Heritage Month Celebration at Gracie Mansion, the mayor’s official residence on East 88th St., Upper East Side, Manhattan. The...

Ten affordable UK beaches that are exotic dupes of Thailand and Australia – with 3-night stays from £36pp
WHITE sandy beaches, turquoise waters and palm trees gently swaying in the breeze - sounds exotic right? Except you don't have to hop on a plane to get there. The UK has more than 7,700 miles of coastline and around 1,500 beaches, with some of...

Investigation Launched into Missing American Tourist on Providenciales
New York, NY – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) honored outstanding journalists and media professionals at its annual Caribbean Media Awards, held during Caribbean Week in New York (CWNY 2025) last week. Sponsored by the Bermuda Tourism...

6 Biggest Crew Member Meltdowns In Below Deck History, Ranked
Over the last 12 years, Below Deck has featured several intense moments, some of which have shown crew members experiencing anxiety attacks while being filmed. Most recently, Rainbeau de Roos shared her experience of having a panic attack due to...

2025 Road National Champions index
Most of the world's Road National Championships will take place this week, with riders fighting for the special jerseys that they can wear in the upcoming Tour de France or women's Giro d'Italia. Hopeful champions will compete in the individual...

Video: June 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirm death of Zende Butterfield, Parliament in session today, Jared Pearman earns PSEA Award for May, Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition offers $25,000 for entrepreneurs, City of Hamilton hosts Fresh Air Films community event,...

Daily News Brief | June 27, 2025
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One Love: One Voice: One Day: themes IRD 2025
The awardee for the Winnie Mandela Humanitarian Award is expected to be announced on July 1, 2025 during International Reggae Day. Courtesy of Jamaica Arts Holdings Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events —...

International Reggae Day 2025 Set to Unite the World on July 1
With the theme “One Love. One Voice. One Day.”, International Reggae Day (IRD) returns on July 1 for its 31st staging, rallying fans, artists, media and cultural platforms from over 30 countries to celebrate the enduring spirit and influence of...

Homegrown talent at the heart of C&W Communications
After more than a century connecting the people of the Caribbean, C&W Communications (C&W) is proud to have almost half of its senior leadership team comprised of wholly homegrown talent. The pioneering connectivity provider, which operates Flow,...

International Reggae Day 2025 Builds Global Momentum
Ken Boothe 24hr Broadcast – IRD2021 KINGSTON, Jamaica – With the theme “One Love. One Voice. One Day.”, International Reggae Day (IRD) 2025 is striking a powerful chord across continents, rallying fans, creatives and media partners to celebrate...