Category : Caribbean and World News

"Captivating Conversations: Wisdom from Richard Payne"

Acclaimed Saint Lucian pianist Richard Payne enchants listeners with his album "Introspection," honoring his musical inspirations. Fusing vibrant melodies and narrative, he delves into Creole jazz heritage. Experience his musical odyssey and fervor a...

"Brilliant Student Innovations That Illuminate the Future"

At the 2025 National Schools’ Science and Technology Fair, students from Saint Lucia showcased innovative projects, from eco-friendly fertilisers to a pineapple-based water purification system. Their creativity inspired attendees, highlighting the po...

"Embracing Community Jazz: The Heartbeat of the Saint Lucia Jazz Festival's Success"

Saint Lucia Tourism Authority's CEO, Louis Lewis, highlights the distinctive approach of the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, featuring community-centric events that enhance tourism. This year's festival showcases jazz across various locales, promot...

"CARICOM Chair Mottley Appeals to Trump: Protect Caribbean Nations from Tariff Impacts"

CARICOM Chairman Mia Amor Mottley has passionately appealed to President Trump, urging him to exempt the Caribbean from impending trade tariffs. She highlighted the region's economic vulnerability, stressing that Caribbean nations are allies, not thr...

Health Ministry Launches Innovative Fitness Initiative for Seniors

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, in collaboration with Taiwan ICDF, has introduced a Seniors Exercise Programme in Saint Lucia. This initiative promotes safe, low-impact exercises enhancing seniors’ flexibility, strength, and soc...

"Milestone Achieved: Anse La Raye Bypass Bridge Launches West Coast Road Project Forward"

The Millennium Highway and West Coast Road Reconstruction Project celebrated a major milestone with the opening of the Anse La Raye temporary bypass bridge, facilitating the demolition of the old structure. This project, now 30% complete, aims to enh...

SimplyHelp Foundation Delivers 1,000 Shoes to Those in Need

SimplyHelp Foundation has generously donated 1,000 pairs of shoes to those in need in Saint Lucia. Taiwan’s Ambassador Nicole Su presented the donation to Minister Joachim Henry, emphasizing collaboration for social justice. This initiative supports...

Lions Club of Martinique Provides Essential Eyewear for Saint Lucians with Visual Challenges

The Lions Club Internationale District 63 Zone in Martinique has generously donated over 6,000 pairs of corrective eyewear to the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment. This initiative significantly enhances the quality of life for indi...

SALCC Defeats SLSA in Thrilling Under-19 Cricket Championship Final

Sir Arthur Lewis Community College triumphed over Saint Lucia Sports Academy with a commanding 97-run victory in the 2025 Under-19 Schools Cricket Tournament final. SALCC scored 245-5, led by captain Leon Alexander’s 56. Despite efforts from SLSA, th...

Horrible Shooting Incident Claims Life of Jacmel Man in Coolie Town

A 31-year-old resident of Jacmel, Kade JnBaptiste, known as Kape, was fatally shot in Coolie Town, Marigot, Wednesday evening. Police found him unresponsive with torso gunshot wounds. Despite attempts by the Saint Lucia Fire Service, he died at the s...

22nd Annual Easter Kite Flying Festival Soars Back into Action

The Easter Monday Kite Flying Festival returns for its 22nd year on April 21 at Pigeon Point near Landings Resort, uniting families for a day of fun from 10 AM to 5 PM. XS Productions and CDF host this cultural celebration, promoting kite flying trad...

Julien Alfred Kicks Off Outdoor Season with Surprising Event Choices

Olympic champion Julien Alfred, fresh off a stunning 49.8-second relay split, will debut outdoors this Saturday at the Miramar Invitational. Fans hoping for a 100m clash with Sha’Carri Richardson will be disappointed, as Richardson confirmed her abse...

"Modeste and Lions Achieve Global Benchmark and Break School Record"

Saint Lucia's Armani Modeste and his East Texas A&M University teammates achieved a world-leading time of 1:21.81 in the men's 4x200m relay at the 97th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. This victory, featuring athletes from Turkey and Ghana, set a new...

"Saint Lucia's Carifta Team Shines with Star Medallists Back in Action"

Saint Lucia's 22-member team for the Carifta Games features multiple medallists, including Naomi London, Denzel Phillips, and Naya Jules. Scheduled for April 19-21 in Trinidad & Tobago, this squad showcases eight returning athletes, aiming for succes...

Harmonizing Communities: The Power of Jazz to Unite Through Every Note

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) revealed this year's community jazz events at WASCO in Vieux Fort. This initiative, integral to the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, seeks to empower ten communities through live performances, promoting touri...