Jamaica to commemorate World Water Day, an annual event started by the United Nations (UN). The theme for this year is "Accelerating Change - Water, Changing Behavior, and Lives." It corresponds to the UN's Sustainable Development Goal number six, which is to ensure universal access to
Release - Republic Bank (EC) Limited-St. Lucia partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development, Forest and Land Resources Division to engage in a tree planting initiative, on March 11, 2023. The tree planting exercise took place at the beautiful Marquis Estate located in
UN News - Nearly 420 million children across the globe receive school meals – that’s 30 million more than in 2020 - the World Food Programme (WFP) said in a new report published. Amid the current global food crisis, with many families struggling to put food
UN News - A major UN “report of reports” from the authoritative Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), outlines the many options that can be taken now, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to human-caused climate change. The study, “Climate Change 2023: Synthesis Report”, released on
Release - The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the world’s foremost climate science body convened by the United Nations, has released the Synthesis Report of its 6th Assessment Cycle in which it reveals a rapidly closing window for a sustainable future, particularly for vulnerable
As the world's economies face a worsening energy crisis, reducing dependence on fossil fuels is the next most logical step to address the myriad of issues enveloping the beleaguered sector. At the recent celebration of World Consumer Rights Day last week, Dominica's Minister for Foreign
Jamaica's minimum salary will rise from $9,000 to $13,000 per 40-hour work week beginning June 1, 2023. The statement was made by Prime Minister Andrew Holness during his contribution to the 2023/24 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on Thursday. (March 16). According to him, the
In an official release, His Excellency the Governor John J. Rankin CMG has signed a proclamation to pave the way for the 2023 General Elections. Rankin made the announcement last evening after receiving the date from Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley. In accordance with section 86 of the
UN News - Many developing countries may miss out on the benefits of the “green tech” revolution unless governments and the international community take decisive action now, the head of the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said in its latest report. “We are at
Release - The Cancer Society of The Bahamas is thrilled to announce its 21st Annual Ball, "The Met Gala: Golden Celebration," on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the Grand Ballroom at Atlantis Paradise Island. “We are excited to celebrate our 21st year of fundraising and continue
