Dominica's first Olympic gold medalist, Thea Lafond Gadson, was honoured with a grand motorcade and celebration concert upon her return home. Thea achieved a world record leap of 15.02 meters in the women's triple jump at the 2024 Paris Olympics, securing the island's first-ever gold medal. In
Release - The Grenada Tourism Authority is pleased to report a significant increase in tourist arrivals in the first half of this year, from January to July 2024. Visitor numbers have risen by 20% in Q1 and Q2 compared to 2019 and 18% compared to
A World Health Organisation official stated that mpox, whether a new or old strain, is not a new form of COVID because authorities understand how to stop its spread. "We can and must tackle mpox together," said Hans Kluge, WHO regional director for Europe, during a
Dominica continues to make significant strides in its housing sector, with innovative projects underway in Woodford Hill, Eggleston, and Vieille Case. These developments are part of the government's ongoing efforts to provide its citizens with safe, comfortable, and resilient homes. An exciting housing initiative is transforming
As the number of dengue infections continues to climb, Trinidad and Tobago Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh warns that the country is facing an "outbreak situation". Minister Deyalsingh said that the number of confirmed dengue cases—currently 825 infected and 8 deaths—is greater than in prior years. The most
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) on 14 August 2024 following an upsurge of infection by the virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a growing number of African countries. This is the highest level
US-based airline JetBlue has announced that it will expand its services to Barbados from Boston this winter. During the season, the airline plans to operate three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. According to the report, JetBlue will continue to deploy the premium Mint service
In partnership with the Penville Feast Committee, Dominica Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit is preparing to host the country's most anticipated village feast, 'Fete Penville 2024,' from August 16 to 18, 2024. The event will last three days and feature live performances by various bands and DJs,
UN News - The chief of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the rise in mpox cases constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), following advice from members at Wednesday’s International Health Regulations (IHR) Emergency Committee meeting. A PHEIC is the highest level of
Release - Breastfeeding has long been recognised as essential to child nutrition, health, and survival. As such, it needs to be protected, promoted, and supported throughout the Region and worldwide. Breastfeeding reduces the risk of malnutrition (under and overnutrition) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) for both the
