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Tinubu Proposes Visa Waivers As Nigeria, Saint Lucia Establish Diplomatic Ties
African Examiner
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July 1, 2025
Posted by African Examiner Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has proposed visa waivers for holders of diplomatic and official passports from the Organisation of Eastern...
Process used to destroy explosives not in keeping with best practice
Now Grenada
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July 3, 2025
by Linda Straker Explosives Act mandates that all explosives be stored by the police Explosives were property of the Gravel Concrete and Emulsion Production Corporation Corporation employee was put in charge of destroying explosives Prime Minister...
A New Way To See Santa Fe: 12th Site Santa Fe International
Forbes
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SITE SANTA FE. Nick Merrick © Hall+Merrick 2017 With nearly 300 galleries, a dozen world class museums, and artwork on display and for sale in every nook and cranny across town, Santa Fe can make for an overwhelming destination for art lovers. How...
Minister Adrian Forde chairs regional land management council
Barbados Today
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June 22, 2025
28 Minister of Environment and National Beautification, Green and Blue Economy, Adrian Forde, has been appointed Chairman of the Ministerial Council of the Partnership Initiative for Sustainable Land Management (PISLM). Minister Forde’s two-year...
Minister Adrian Forde appointed Chairman of PISLM Ministerial Council
The Nation Barbados
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June 21, 2025
Barbados’ Minister of Environment and National Beautification, Green and Blue Economy, Adrian Forde, has been appointed the new Chairman of the Partnership Initiative for Sustainable Land Management (PISLM) Ministerial Council. The announcement...
St. Vincent PM accuses China of election interference to reinstate Golden Passport scheme
Caribbean Life - New York
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July 1, 2025
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves. United Nations / Ryan Brown As preparations for general elections are stepped up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, an interesting situation is playing itself out in the...
Tinubu makes new proposal for OECS official passport holders
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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June 30, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu said this...
Cleanup continues from Monday storm in Simcoe
Paris Star
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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News No injuries were reported when a tree fell on a pickup truck travelling on St. John's Road East near Simcoe at about 11:30 a.m. on Monday. The falling tree also brought down hydro lines during Monday's severe...
Delta Airlines Is Bringing Back Flights to a Caribbean Island With World-Famous Chocolate, Stunning Beaches and Authentic Resorts
Caribbean Journal
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June 20, 2025
The beaches (Grand Anse, anyone?) The luxury resorts. The rainforest. The chocolate. Delta Air Lines is making its return to Grenada this winter, with plans to relaunch nonstop service from Atlanta. The route will resume on December 20, 2025,...
A dichotomy of emotions on 1 July
Now Grenada
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July 1, 2025
by Dr Neals J Chitan For the past 42 years, 1 July — Canada Day celebrations — with its Maple Leaf red and white flag fluttering joyously in the wind has held a special place in my heart as a Canadian citizen. However, as a Grenadian citizen, that...
PAHO: NCD deaths surge 43% in the Americas since 2000
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 2, 2025
Deaths from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes have risen by 43% across the Americas since 2000, according to the NCDs at a Glance 2025 report released today by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)....
G-CREWS donates occupational safety and health equipment to Nawasa
Now Grenada
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June 18, 2025
Employees of the National Water and Sewerage Authority (Nawasa) are now better equipped to handle hazardous gases or materials they may encounter while delivering reliable water services across the State of Grenada. As a partner and beneficiary of...
Noncommunicable disease deaths in the Americas have risen 43% since 2000, PAHO report shows
Pan American Health Organization
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July 2, 2025
Washington, D.C., July 2, 2025 (PAHO)– Deaths from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, have surged by 43% in the Americas since 2000, reaching 6 million in 2021, according to the Pan American Health...
Political pragmatism: How the NDC wins re-election
The New Today Grenada
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June 20, 2025
As Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique continue to mark its 51 anniversary of independence, the political climate is still defined by relative stability, economic optimism, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) holding a firm majority in...
Nigeria establishes diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, proposes visa waivers for OECS officials
Premium Times
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June 30, 2025
President Bola Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” Mr Tinubu stated this while...
Noncommunicable disease deaths surge 43 per cent in the Americas since 2000
Loop News
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Deaths from noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes have increased dramatically across the Americas, rising 43 per cent since 2000 to reach 6 million deaths in 2021, according to a new report from the Pan American...
Antigua and Barbuda Among 16 Caribbean Countries to Boost Debt Transparency
Antigua News Room
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June 20, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda Among 16 Caribbean Countries to Boost Debt Transparency with Commonwealth-IMF Support CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP While debt often carries a negative connotation, when managed...
Tinubu proposes visa waiver for OECS official passport holders as Nigeria, Saint Lucia establish diplomatic relations
New Mail
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June 30, 2025
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, formally announced the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu stated this...
President Tinubu Offers Visa Waivers For Caribbean States’ Passport Hol
The Nigerian Voice
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President Bola Tinubu has offered visa waivers for official passport holders of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) as part of steps towards the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia. President Tinubu stated this...
OECS Commission announces geothermal study tour to Guadeloupe
St. Vincent Times
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June 20, 2025
The OECS Commission has announced the commencement of a pivotal study tour to Guadeloupe, focusing on geothermal energy development. This initiative underscores the OECS’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and strengthening...