CARICOM Secretary-General’s Message of Condolence | Passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal, GCMG, AC, ONZ, OE, OCC, KC, FRSA, NIIV, OM
September 3, 2024 The CARICOM Secretariat is profoundly saddened at the passing of a stalwart of our Community, Sir Shridath “Sonny” Ramphal, on 30 August 2024. In an illustrious career…
Jamaica: Third Reviews Under the Arrangement Under the Precautionary and Liquidity Line and the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility-Press Release and Staff Report
September 3, 2024 Supported by strong policy frameworks, Jamaica has managed to respond to recent global shocks prudently. Policies have supported the economy while still reducing public debt and inflation.…
IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Reviews under the Precautionary and Liquidity Line and the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility with Jamaica
September 3, 2024 The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the third reviews of the Precautionary and Liquidity Line (PLL) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)…
EDITORIAL: We want Kamala to win, but know Trump is the better option.
August 30, 2024 Yes. You read it right. This magazine is straddling the fence for the upcoming US presidential elections this coming November. Here’s why. We love Kamala Harris. Her…
AUDIO: Devotions led by Archdeacon Mark Fox
August 30, 2024 Devotions led by Archdeacon Mark Fox, special project coordinator in the Office of the Anglican Diocese.
Caribbean Curry Cow Heel (cow foot).
By: Caribbean Pot August 30, 2024 2 1/2 tablespoon Olive oil 1 large onion (diced) 5 cloves garlic (smashed) 1 teaspoon cumin (Geera) seeds 2 tablespoon Caribbean Green Seasoning 1…
COMMENTARY: Poverty: The root cause of global and national tensions: A call for OAS action.
By: Sir Ronald Sanders August 30, 2024 Poverty is the festering wound at the heart of the world’s social, economic, and political tensions. In the Americas, it is a stark…
Teen decapitated by shark in Jamaica
By: Staff Writer August 30, 2024 The headless body of a teenager from Trelawny was the victim of a shark attack authorities have said. The body of 16-year-old Jahmari Reid…
$600M HOA signed for Grand Bahama Shipyard transformation.
By: Staff Writer August 30, 2024 The Government of The Bahamas yesterday signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) with the Grand Bahama Shipyard Limited to authorize the investment of $600…
Baku Initiative Group Signs MOU with Bonaire Human Rights Organizations and Bonaire Movement for Change to Combat Colonialism and Promote Human Rights
August 30, 2024 The Baku Initiative Group (BIG), a renowned non-governmental organization focused on decolonization and human rights, has officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bonaire…
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Proposes Appointment of Mr. Nigel Clarke as Deputy Managing Director
August 30, 2024 Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today to the Executive Board her proposal to appoint Mr. Nigel Clarke to the position of…
Caribbean Athletes Shine at 2024 Olympics, Securing Over 20 Medals
August 30, 2024 The Caribbean has concluded the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with an impressive combined haul of 23 medals, leaving sports fans across the region and its diasporas beaming…