Category : Caribbean and World News

- 9 months ago

Commerce Minister Leads Trade Mission To Taiwan

Minister for Commerce, Manufacturing, Business Development, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs Honourable Emma Hippolyte is leading a delegation to the Republic of China (Taiwan), aimed at exploring new trade opportunities and enhancing support for Sa...

- 9 months ago

UN Body Meets To Combat ‘Triple Planetary Crisis’

The latest meeting of the “world’s parliament on the environment” opened in Nairobi, Kenya, on Monday with a clear call for stronger global action to address the “triple planetary crisis” of  climate change, nature loss and pollution. More than 7,000...

- 9 months ago

Low Water Pressure To Precede WASCO Temporary Shutdown

The Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO) has announced that low water pressure will precede a temporary Northern-wide system shutdown to facilitate pipeline repairs. The company has been experiencing problems with its pipeline conveying raw water...

- 9 months ago

Police Make Road Safety Appeal After Fatal Accident

Saint Lucia police have issued an appeal to road users to exercise caution following an accident on Monday that claimed the life of a motorcyclist. Police have identified the deceased as Corinth resident Jim Augustin. The thirty-three-year-old succum...

- 9 months ago

CoP Responds To Report Of Civilians Assaulting Police

Commissioner of Police (CoP) Crusita Descartes-Pelius issued a statement Tuesday following earlier reports that civilians assaulted officers recently during a ‘standard’ police operation in Bruceville, Vieux Fort. Descartes-Pelius explain...

- 9 months ago

Jeremiah Norbert Resigns As Deputy House Speaker

Micoud North MP Jeremiah Norbert has resigned as Deputy Speaker of the Saint Lucia House of Assembly. In a brief statement Tuesday announcing the resignation, the office of Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre said it took effect on February 27, 2024. The...

- 9 months ago

Jawahir Calls For ‘All-Encompassing’ Approach To Crime

Government Senator Lisa Jawahir has urged an all-encompassing approach to the crime problem, including interventions by civil society groups. Jawahir urged civil society groups to continue playing their anti-crime role, including providing psychosoci...

- 9 months ago

One Motorcyclist Dead, Another Injured In Separate Accidents

A motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries after a collision with a vehicle at Rodney Bay on Monday night. Police have identified the victim as Jim Augustin, 32, of Corinth. Emergency personnel from the Gros Islet fire station rushed to the scene after...

- 9 months ago

CDB Approves Over USD461 Million For Development Projects

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) approved over USD461 million in financing for projects in water, renewable energy, education, and health, and to provide budgetary support for governments, underscoring its continued commitment to regional develop...

- 9 months ago

Police Seek Information In Probing Two Homicides

Saint Lucia police have requested public assistance in providing information regarding the Island’s two latest homicides. At about 6:30 pm on Saturday, Castries Criminal Investigations Department (CID) officers responded to a stabbing at Cicero...

- 9 months ago

Ciceron Man Injured, Charged After Shooting At Police

On Friday, January 5, 2024 about 2:30 a.m., near Peynier Street, Castries Police Officers had cause to discharge rounds of ammunition in the direction of a male suspect, who sustained injuries. Police Officers on patrol had earlier attempted to bring...

- 9 months ago

Ali Criticises Lyrics Promoting Violence At CARICOM Summit

Guyana President Dr. Irfaan Ali criticised lyrics that promote violence on Sunday while addressing the opening of the 46th regular meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Guyana is hosting the event. ...

- 9 months ago

Soufriere’s Black Panthers Win SLFA Under 10 Competition

The curtains descended on the SLFA Inc. Under 10 football competition on Sunday 25th February at the Grande Riviere Playing Field in Gros Islet. In an exciting final, Black Panthers out of Soufriere edged out Monchy United FC 1 – 0 courtesy of a goal...

- 9 months ago

Cocaine Valued At $34.8 Million Seized In The Caribbean Sea

The United States Coast Guard has reported seizing cocaine with an estimated street value of $34.8 Million in the Central Caribbean Sea. The Coast Guard Cutter Thetis, with the assistance of an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew and the USS Farragut, seiz...

- 9 months ago

Bird Flu Fears Prompt Feather Importation Advisory

The Veterinary and Livestock Services Division of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development, is steadfast in its commitment not only to foster the growth of the livestock sector but also to safeguard animal health on...