Category : Caribbean and World News

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Laurencin Books Ticket to World Championships

Aasia Laurencin showcased an exceptional performance at the Johnny Loaring Classic held in Windsor, Canada, on Sunday. She not only set a new Saint Lucia record in the women’s 100m hurdles but also met the World Championship qualifying standard while...

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Julien Alfred Reigns Supreme Again with Stockholm Victory

Julien Alfred continues her impressive undefeated streak this season in her primary competitions, claiming victory in the women’s 100m at the BAUHAUS-galan Diamond League event held in Stockholm, Sweden. The 24-year-old Olympic champion established a...

- 2 days ago

Nicaragua Bound: Juvenile Athletes Make the Cut

Eight talented athletes have earned the opportunity to represent Saint Lucia at the upcoming NACAC Age Group Championships next month. These elite competitors were selected from a robust pool of nearly 40 participants during last weekend's qualifying...

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Rethinking Fuel Costs: How Global Oil Hits Saint Lucia Locally

Saint Lucia, despite experiencing a consistent drop in global oil prices over the past two years, continues to contend with one of the highest fuel prices in the Eastern Caribbean. This situation transcends fiscal policy; it raises critical questions...

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Reviving Walcott’s Rat Island Vision: Who Will Lead the Charge?

At a relaxed event, accountant and civil society analyst Richard Peterkin sat beside Sigrid Nama, leading to a poignant discussion about her late partner, the esteemed Derek Walcott, and the unfulfilled aspirations tied to his vision. This conversati...

- 1 week ago

Death Strikes Marchand: One Fatally Shot, Another Victim Stabbed

A tragic occurrence in Marchand on Sunday evening claimed the life of 29-year-old Denver Felix and left another male injured, prompting urgent calls from family and community figures to combat escalating violence. At approximately 9:30 p.m., officers...

- 1 week ago

Piton Boyz's World Cup Dream Comes to a Heartbreaking End

Saint Lucia’s aspirations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a disheartening conclusion following a 4-0 rout against Curaçao in Willemstad over the weekend. This defeat positions the Piton Boyz at the bottom of Group C, while Curaçao's triumph at St...