A local dancehall artist from Trinidad and Tobago, Kashif “Kman 6ixx” Alexander, is facing resistance from the public in Grenada regarding his planned performance for the island’s 50th independence anniversary. This pushback is due to safety concerns following a recent violent incident in Trinidad and Tobago involving the artist. In December 2023, a shooting incident […]
A new survey by PwC, one of the world’s largest consulting firms, reveals that more executives are feeling optimistic about the global economy, yet there is a growing concern about the future of their companies without significant overhauls. This sentiment comes amid challenges posed by climate change and technological advancements like artificial intelligence. The survey,
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for the Western Hemisphere at the United States Department of Defence, Daniel Erikson meeting with Caricom Secretary General, Dr Carla Barnett Erikson explained that the US views gun trafficking as a law enforcement issue. The goal is to provide resources for investigating and prosecuting these crimes. He emphasized the complexity
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Hackers have found a new way to break into people’s Google accounts without needing their passwords. They’re using a type of harmful software, called malware, which takes advantage of small files called “cookies” that websites use to remember who you are. Researchers at a security company called CloudSEK discovered this problem. They found out that
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The Caribbean nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, known for its idyllic beaches, is actually financially sustained by something quite different: the sale of its citizenship. This “golden passport” program allows foreigners to obtain citizenship for a minimum of $100,000, offering tax breaks and visa-free European travel. In 2023, this program was expected to bring
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South Korea’s parliament has taken a historic step by passing a bill that bans the production and sale of dog meat, a move driven by growing concerns over animal rights and the nation’s global reputation. The bill, which passed with a 208-0 vote, comes amid a significant shift in public opinion regarding the consumption of
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, announced on Tuesday a significant update to its content policies aimed at protecting teenagers from exposure to inappropriate material. This change, detailed in a blog post by the Menlo Park, California-based social media giant, involves not showing content related to suicide, self-harm, and eating disorders in the
The Belize Bank is pushing back against new rules from the Central Bank of Belize (CBB) that would limit the fees banks can charge. The bank went to court and got a temporary stop, known as an injunction, on these new rules. This means the rules won’t start until the court decides if they’re fair.
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The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has expressed its profound condolences to the Government and people of Trinidad and Tobago following the passing of former Prime Minister Basdeo Panday. Mr. Panday, who served as the nation’s fifth Prime Minister, passed away on January 1, 2024, at the age of 90. In a heartfelt tribute issued on the
In a strategic political maneuver, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne tendered her resignation on Monday, setting the stage for President Emmanuel Macron to inject new momentum into his government amid recent political challenges. This move comes as Macron, constrained by constitutional term limits, seeks to rejuvenate his leadership before his tenure ends in 2027. Borne’s
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