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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals New Winter 2026-2027 Caribbean Sailings Aboard Ilma
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) For the first time, Miami joins San Juan as a featured turnaround port. Guests can begin and end their journey in the Magic City, taking advantage of its incredible restaurants, rooftop bars, and cultural hotspots before or...
The Gaelic roots of a French football star
A number of young women who most of us had never previously heard of have recently been in the news. They have come to our attention because they have been among the top-class international footballers who have been competing in the 2025 Uefa...
Punta Cana Is Getting a Nonstop Air France Flight From Paris This Winter
For years, Punta Cana has been one of the most coveted getaways in the Caribbean — but this winter, it’s going to feel a little closer to Europe. Air France is adding a new direct route between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Punta Cana, bringing...
Sex workers in colonial Senegal were policed by France – boo...
Desiring Whiteness is an award-winning book by historian Caroline Séquin. It explores the intertwined histories of commercial sex work and racial politics in France and the French colonial empire, particularly in Senegal. We asked her five...
Julien Alfred’s legacy shines on in new jewellery line
A new collection celebrating Olympic gold medallist Julien Alfred is set to help support her charitable work, according to the French-Saint Lucian founder of Fearless Jewellery, Eleanor Prospere. Prospere officially unveiled the Julien Alfred...
SMMAF Muay Thai Kickboxing Team Dominates at Trinbago Island Fights
TRINIDAD--The Sint Maarten Martial Arts Federation (SMMAF) Muay Thai kickboxing team delivered a flawless performance at the Trinbago Island Fights event in Trinidad on Saturday, August 23, 2025, winning all four of their bouts. The event featured...
What Is Nude Cruise? This Travel Trend Will Cost You ₹43 Lakhs
A new wave of luxury tourism is catching the attention of travelers worldwide, nude cruises. Organised by the US-based company Bare Necessities, these unique voyages encourage body positivity and self-acceptance by allowing passengers to spend...
Sex workers in colonial Senegal were policed by France – book explores a racist history
Desiring Whiteness is an award-winning book by historian Caroline Séquin. It explores the intertwined histories of commercial sex work and racial politics in France and the French colonial empire, particularly in Senegal. We asked her five...
From Resistance to Freedom: Defining Caribbean Civilization at CARIFESTA XV
The first in the Big Talk, Big Conversations series at CARIFESTA XV set the stage for a profound reflection on Caribbean identity. Held at Golden Square Freedom Park in Barbados on Saturday, August 23, the panel explored “The Idea of Caribbean...
What is Rhum Agricole? The Ultimate Guide to the French Caribbean Spirit
If you’ve ever wondered about the vibrant, grassy, and uniquely expressive spirit from the French Caribbean, you’ve come to the right place. Rhum, or more specifically Rhum Agricole, is more than just a drink; it’s a direct expression of the land,...
Over 20 cruise ships disrupted because of Hurricane Erin. Here are the changes so far
Guests on at least ten cruise ships have had their plans altered as Hurricane Erin barrels through the Atlantic Ocean. The itineraries range from short getaways to Bermuda to longer Caribbean voyages and even transatlantic crossings. Up until...
Modernization of French Police and Gendarmerie Command Rooms Marks Major Step Toward Interoperability
Control rooms | 2025-08-26 As part of this initiative, ANFSI has been deploying the PEGASE 2 system, a state-of-the-art platform designed to manage emergency calls to the 17 Police Secours line. The Agence du numérique des forces de sécurité...
Junior Pan Am Games thrive while CANOC Caribbean Games suffocate
With so much happening that can be seen as negative, even in saying that these aren’t easy times and it’s an extremely challenging period, I remain unwavering in my belief that “this too shall pass”. However, it is important...
GDB vacancy: Technical Officer – Challenge Fund for Agriculture (CFA)
Climate Resilient Water Sector in Grenada (G-Crews) Project Challenge Fund for Agriculture (CFA) Grenada Development Bank (GDB) Request for Proposal Consultancy — Technical Officer Overview The Government of Grenada has received financing from the...
Busta Rhymes to be crowned Elite Icon at 2025 Caribbean Music Awards
From Caribbean Life NYS Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman, (second from left) with honorees Busta Rhymes, his sons, and Dr. Meta. Photo courtesy Office of Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman ith just days remaining before the highly...
Martinique strengthens ties with American Airlines
Martinique deepened its strategic partnership with American Airlines last month during “Threads of Influence,” a lively celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month held at the airline’s headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth. - Advertisement -...
$26 000 in fines for fleeing with gun in underwear
103 After fleeing and being captured by police with a gun in his underwear, Rico Rarah Raneal Forde said that the weapon was for his protection. The Lower Estate, Salters, St George resident now has to pay $26 000 in fines after pleading guilty in...
Caribbean clubs kick off Shield
Preparation has not been ideal for AC Port of Spain, one of two Trinidad and Tobago football clubs which take centre stage this Sunday on the second day of the CFU Club Shield, being hosted on home soil. The double-header at the Hasely Crawford...
The Blackwashing of Britain
Of all the famous ‘conspiracy theories,’ the Great Replacement (that white populations in Western countries are being systematically replaced by non-white immigrants) is arguably the most well-known. I have always been reluctant to entertain it,...