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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to arrive in Saint Lucia from June 28 to July 4, as revealed by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre during a pre-Cabinet press briefing on Monday.
The trip will encompass a blend of official duties and leisure...
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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 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...
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2 days ago
On May 22, 2010, Laszlo Hanyecz, a programmer and early Bitcoin advocate, unwittingly made history. From his home and driven by a desire for pizza, he paid a fellow forum user 10,000 bitcoins for two Papa John’s pizzas. This marked the inaugural inst...
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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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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...
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3 days ago
In my previous column, I remarked on how the political framework often sidelines minority parties, leading to insufficient acknowledgment of their intellectual contributions to governance. A notable example is the National Green Party (NGP), which is...
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3 days ago
The United States is contemplating a significant extension of its travel restrictions, potentially including Saint Lucia and various other Caribbean nations that provide citizenship by investment (CBI), as disclosed by a confidential memo from the US...
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1 week ago
Renowned street figure Kunta, known as the “president of the vagrant association,” unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday morning in Gros Islet, leaving locals and onlookers in shock. His real name was Stephen William, and he gained fame through various...
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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...
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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...
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Clio Phillip and Ericka Gaspard triumphed as unbeaten victors at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association’s Under-21 Beach Championships, showcasing their skill and synergy. The Saint Lucian pair ruled the tournament, achieving an impressive five...
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The University of the West Indies (UWI), St Augustine Campus, has commemorated the late Emerita Professor Hazel Simmons-McDonald as an innovative scholar whose contributions have profoundly influenced Caribbean education and linguistic discourse. In...