Bryce Martin, Freelance Writer and Special Correspondent- Extortion is a reprehensible crime that preys on the vulnerability and fear of individuals or organizations. This exposé delves into the shadowy world of employing hired goons for political and personal gains through the digital world of social media and hired
The much-anticipated Douglas Charles Airport Runway Extension Project in Dominica is poised for a significant milestone, with completion expected by October. The ongoing extension of the runway at Douglas Charles Airport stands as a pivotal endeavor. This initiative involves lengthening the airport's runway by an impressive
In the heart of the Caribbean lies Dominica, a nation that may be small in size but looms large in its significance as a compelling illustration of the indispensable nature of early warning systems in the face of climate change. Dominica's experience serves as a poignant
In a growing concern for residents and officials alike, Dominica is facing a mounting energy crisis. The island nation's aging power plants, once the backbone of its electricity supply, are now grappling to keep pace with the surging demand for energy. This was disclosed at the press
Construction has commenced on China-backed schools in Dominica, according to a recent report. The groundbreaking ceremony of the six schools, including the Goodwill Secondary School (GSS), was held on September 8, and was attended by the Chinese Ambassador to Dominica, Lin Xianjiang, the Dominica News Online
The call for increased support to safeguard vulnerable states, particularly in the Caribbean region, has grown both louder and more persistent. Over 50 Caribbean organizations have written to President Biden and Treasury Secretary Yellen urging the them to support the region facing debt and climate crises. The
The Dominican government is on a determined path to construct 5,000 resilient homes by 2030, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to the establishment of resilient communities. At the budget hearing for the 2023/24 fiscal year, Dominica's Ministry of Housing and Development revealed that it has completed the
Work continues at Dominica's international airport as facilities to support the main construction are being built at the site. In an interview quoted by the Associate Times, the CEO of International Airport Development Company Samuel Johnson said that as soon as the equipment from China arrived
The Caribbean islands are essentially a microcosm of the challenges we’re all facing. This is according to the founding director of Northeastern University’s Global Resilience Institute, Stephen E. Flynn—as cited by a recent report by The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)—and therefore, world leaders must begin paying
Dominica has partnered with a full-scale engineering, construction, and management firm to reduce the coastal vulnerability of its citizens. Smith Warner International (SWI) will spearheaded this project for coastal communities called the Coastal Hazard Vulnerability Project (CHVP). SWI is a company headquartered in Jamaica and has satellite
