Remembering ‘Jimz’

Death is never an easy topic. It’s even less so when young people die, and certainly when they pass suddenly. It hits hardest when promising youth have not just their careers, but their lives, snuffed out in a moment. The impact spreads like...

Mecca, Dupes score credits on Mahalia’s new Luvergirl EP

Saint Lucian artists Dupes and Mecca are featured writers on Luvergirl, the latest EP by Mahalia, the British MOBO-winning and Grammy- and BRIT-nominated singer. Dupes is credited as a writer on two songs on the seven-track project, released in...

MONTSERRAT’S MEADE WANTS OECS TO ‘FREE-UP’ FREE MOVEMENT

By Staff Writer The Premier of Montserrat, Reuben T Meade, has called on member countries of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States(OECS) to remove any remaining restrictions preventing their citizens from moving and working freely among the...

Carnival Cruise Line's New Routes Leave Guests Conflicted Over Destinations That Didn't Make The Cut

It has been a busy last couple of weeks for Carnival Cruise Line. They recently signed a "first-ever" type deal, reaching an agreement with three food banks in Mexico, Honduras and the Dominican Republic. With the deals, Carnival will now get 19...

Ruger celebrates global tours amid criticisms

Afrobeats sensation Ruger has responded to ongoing criticism, asserting that negative comments only fuel his ambition. In a statement on X, the singer expressed frustration with those who dismiss his growth and accomplishments, while thanking fans...

The Caribbean cultural industries provide tangible economic benefits

Cricket West Indies’ financial struggle highlights a wider Caribbean dilemma: cultural industries only provide a major local economic boost when they successfully function as tourist attractions. In a media event on October 1 at Cricket West...

WELLNESS TAKES CENTER STAGE AT SANDALS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS HEALTH FAIR

Committing to the holistic health of its workforce, Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach resort has provided its personnel with a wide array of vital medical services during its annual health fair. The initiative, spearheaded by the resort,...

Island Adventures Shines at Caribbean Global Awards

Island Adventures Company Ltd captured the award for Outstanding Travel and Tourism at this year’s Caribbean Global Awards, emerging as the winner among 17 global nominees. The company’s owner and director, Julian Adjodha, described the moment its...

Shirleyann Cyril-Mayers Releases New Gospel Single

Sponsored . Saint Lucia’s most accomplished gospel singer Shirleyann Cyril-Mayers has released her latest music project. Her latest single is called “I am not ashamed” in which she defends her commitment to minister the word of God through music...

CTV beyond the living room: The marketer’s guide to expanding CTV to every screen

TV is one of the fastest-changing ad channels — which says a lot in the context of today’s ad landscape. The way viewers access content and entertainment through TV is shifting at a breakneck speed. And so, too, must the way advertisers reach...

Touring Made Easy

Photo Credit: Captain Ron Tours With the silver anniversary of Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) set to ignite the Nature Island from October 24–26, 2025, a home-grown Saint Lucian company, Captain Ron Tours is making sure Saint...

Jungle Bay Dominica Named Caribbean...

SAINT LUCIA (October 10, 2025) – Jungle Bay Dominica, one of the Caribbean’s premier nature resorts, has been honored with the prestigious title of Caribbean’s Leading Retreat 2025 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala...

ST. KITTS & NEVIS’ GDP SLOWS SHARPLY: FROM STRONG POST-COVID REBOUND TO REGIONAL UNDERPERFORMANCE

Basseterre — The latest IMF Western Hemisphere economic outlook delivers a sobering verdict on St. Kitts & Nevis’ economic trajectory. After recording a strong post-COVID rebound in 2023, the Federation’s momentum has faltered. GDP growth stood at...

Estephane, Preville: Fresh faces, high stakes in Babonneau’s election

Babonneau is a constituency set for change. The area is on the verge of township, with various economic and social developments scheduled for the next few years. These developments will be overseen by one of two men, as the area is set for a...

A Caribbean Celebration of Excellence

On October 4th, 2025, the travel and tourism elite will gather on the sun-kissed shores of Saint Lucia for one of the most prestigious events in the global hospitality calendar — the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony...

Indian Passport Falls 7 Spots To Reach 185 Rank; US Out Of Top 10 List

In the latest global passport rankings, the Indian passport has taken a tumble and slipped several spots to 85th place while tied with Mauritania. Henley Passport Index Release The Indian passport holders can now travel visa-free to 57 countries...

Celebrate with an “Ocean State of Mind” this festive season

Amid all the merriment and celebration, the festive season often brings its own unique challenges. Planning pressures, stressful travel and seemingly endless social commitments can leave one craving a holiday from the holiday season. Explora...

Return to the Barber’s Shop 2, By CHIDI AMUTA

When I arrived the Barber’s shop, there was excitement. Recitations of my past heroic exploits in the realm of journalism and contacts with the high and mighty in government and power filled the air. I had always gone and returned to the folks at...

Barbados named Caribbean’s leading wedding destination for second year

Barbados has been named the Caribbean’s leading wedding destination for the second consecutive year, cementing its position as the region’s premier spot to tie the knot. - Advertisement - The accolade was confirmed at the World Travel Awards (WTA)...

OPINION: What cannabis legislation can teach us about foreign direct investment (Part 2)

It is a known fact that in the ecosystem of foreign direct investment, investors in Saint Lucia and other Caribbean countries receive significant tax concessions such as but not limited to: VAT relief on building material, furniture, equipment,...