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
According to Trinidad and Tobago's Ministry of Health, dengue cases have suddenly surged. The MoH reportedly recorded 58 fresh cases during the past four days. With these additional cases, the overall count of laboratory-confirmed dengue illnesses is 450—a significant increase from 392 cases noted last Friday. The
The Dominica International Airport is on track to become a pivotal hub in the Caribbean as work advances remarkably onsite. The project, funded by the country’s Citizenship by Investment Programme, is situated on Dominica's scenic northeast coast between Woodford Hill and Wesley. Montreal Management Consultants Development
Ahead of the forthcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL), the Warner Park Cricket Stadium in St Kitts is undergoing major renovations, including a new Jumbotron and enhancement of the lighting system. Samal Duggins, the Minister of Sports, posted official updates on the stadium's progress. He said these
Release - The Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, will pay her first official visit to Pakistan from 28 July to 2 August 2024 at the invitation of the Government of Pakistan. During her five-day visit, Secretary-General Scotland will meet with Pakistan’s leadership, members
Following her historic election victory in the Kalinago Territory on Monday, Anette Sanford, chief-elect, calls for unity. "Let us work together, let us cooperate, our hearts guiding us to prioritise the Kalinago Territory. We should ignore our political differences and concentrate on growing our neighbourhood. I
