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Citizen journalists try to fill gap in environmental reporting in Trinidad and Tobago
LatAm Journalism Review
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October 3, 2024
By César López Linares October 3, 2024 The Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago is among the countries particularly vulnerable to climate change. Phenomena such as rising sea levels, changes in rainfall patterns, flooding and the increasing...
Marla Dukharan Links Food Insecurity, Climate Change to Colonialism
Forbes
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Marla Dukharan isn’t one to shy away from hard truths. Widely regarded as the Caribbean’s leading economist, she has built a reputation for her sharp, no-nonsense assessments of the region’s most complex challenges. She sits down with me to...
USAID Introduces the Caribbean RESET initiative to foster climate-resilient development and economic stability
Dominica News Online
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October 18, 2024
From left Mervyn Farroe – Regional Representative for USAID Eastern and Southern Caribbean, Karin B. Sullivan – Deputy Chief of Mission, Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Patricia Shako – Chief of Party, Caribbean Resilient Economies and Sectors...
Stay Alert: Unstable Weather Patterns Affecting SVG
St. Vincent Times
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October 5, 2024
Moisture levels are gradually increasing across our islands. A few scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely across St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) tonight and during Sunday. By late Sunday, unstable conditions could support pockets of...
OECS free movement billboard unveiled in SVG
St. Vincent Times
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June 16, 2025
Free movement was thrust in the spotlight on Friday, June 13, 2025, when the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission unveiled a vibrant new billboard at the Arnos Vale Roundabout, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The billboard...
Free movement is coming to CARICOM: The United States of the Caribbean must follow
Barbados Today
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July 16, 2025
207 With free movement taking effect by October, Caribbean governments face a broader question: Can this fractured bloc transform into a strategic regional power? Last week, four CARICOM nations — Barbados, Belize, Dominica, and St Vincent and the...
SVG Environment Fund leads second major coastal clean-up at Indian Bay
Searchlight
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October 1, 2024
The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Environment Fund (SVGEF) organized its second major clean-up at Indian Bay, as it continues its commitment to protecting Vincentian coastlines. This event, held ahead of International Coastal Clean-up Day on...
SVG Meteorological Services monitoring two weather systems in the Atlantic
NBC SVG
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October 2, 2024
The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Meteorological Services said it is closely monitoring the progress of two weather systems as the week advances. Meteorological Forecaster, Gregory Cato said those two weather systems are Hurricane Kirk along with...
USAID launches regional programme to promote marine biodiversity
The Gleaner
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October 7, 2024
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) last week launched the USAID Caribbean Sustainable Ecosystems Activity in Kingston, Jamaica. The USAID Caribbean Sustainable Ecosystems Activity is a regional programme based in Santo...
These are the best cruises with fewer than 200 passengers
The Times
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Big isn’t always beautiful when it comes to cruising. If you’re more inspired by the idea of dropping anchor in some of the world’s most gorgeous and exclusive locations than the thought of round-the-clock entertainment, then choose a tiny ship....
Youth activists from across the Caribbean LIVE this week in Climate Justice Series ahead of COP29
Bahamas Local
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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Caribbean Office announces the launch of a Climate Justice Series as part of its ongoing "Conversations on Migration in the Caribbean". The Climate Justice series will provide a platform for young...
Nigeria and OECS Strengthen Ties During Presidential Visit to Saint Lucia
Win Media SKN
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July 8, 2025
The Government of Saint Lucia and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) warmly welcomed His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, for an official visit from June 30 to July 2, 2025. The historic...
‘Thoughts and prayers’ not enough says Union Island climate change activist
Searchlight
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October 8, 2024
“We are tired of the platitudes and the thoughts and prayers that without meaningful action…”. These were the parting words which Union Island lawyer and climate activist, Heidi Badenock, shared during a ‘Conversations on Migration in the...
Youth-led series of ‘Conversations on Migration in the Caribbean’ goes live: discusses human mobility and justice in a changing climate
Dominica News Online
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October 7, 2024
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Caribbean Office announces the launch of a Climate Justice Series as part of its ongoing “Conversations on Migration in the Caribbean”. The Climate Justice series will provide a platform for young...
Four things Concacaf can do to elevate the Gold Cup’s profile
Stars and Stripes FC - Washington D.C.
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July 16, 2025
The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup is in the books, and the tournament had its successes along with some improvement points. Mexico claimed its 10th Gold Cup title, once again before a capacity crowd at a stadium in the United States. The Gold Cup is...
Hatch Blue to extend Seaweed Insights into Latin America and the Caribbean
The Fish Site
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In previous editions of the platform, seaweed farming has been mapped in major producing countries across Asia, as well as in Alaska, attracting nearly 30,000 visitors from more than 100 countries since its launch in 2023. The global seaweed...
SKN Advocates for Climate Action and Financing at UN General Assembly
Win Media SKN
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September 27, 2024
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—The Hon. Dr Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action & Constituency Empowerment, participated in discussions at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in...
Noise pollution! Deputy PM feels its time to address it
Searchlight
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September 27, 2024
Deputy Prime Minister Montgomery Daniel, believes that the time has come for a serious look into the issue of noise pollution, which is affecting several communities across St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG). Daniel, who is also Minister of Works...
Author’s Awareness of Climate Change Inspires High-Octane Sci-Fi Adventure
BookTrib
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September 30, 2024
The Burning Years by Felicity Harley If you are drawn to intriguing visions of the future based on extensive scientific research, consider The Burning Years: Until This Last Quartet: Book 1 by Felicity Harley. In the year 2060, Sophie, a top...
PM Drew speaks on climate change an...
SKNVibes
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MANHATTAN, New York — Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew believes that the world has become morally insecure, impacting Small Island Developing States (SIDS), especially those within the Caribbean region, where climate change and the proliferation...