Month: November 2025

The Sean Paul Foundation (SPF), in partnership with Food for the Poor Jamaica (FFTP), recently visited communities and schools in Westmoreland, Jamaica, to distribute food, bottled water, hygiene packages, and other essential items to families severely affected by Hurricane Melissa. “The team was heartbroken to witness firsthand the devastation and the urgent needs of residents,” stated the foundation on Tuesday, Nov. 11.   It stated that Food For The Poor […]

In response to the catastrophic devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa across Jamaica, GRAMMY Award-winning artist Shaggy, through his "Make a Difference Foundation," Inner Circle of "Bad Boys" and "Sweat" fame, has collaborated with Sharon Burke of Solid Agency and others in hosting a "Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert" at the UBS Arena in Queens on Dec. 12, 2025. Other collaborators are Jamaica Strong NYC, led by George Crooks of Jammins Event; […]

Caribbean Community headquarters nation Guyana, already enjoying a cash bounty from the mid-2015 discovery of offshore oil and gas, could be even wealthier in the coming months if an international consortium planning to explore offshore shallow water blocks hits the proverbial 'jackpot.' Comprising France-based Total Energies, Petronas of Malaysia, and Qatar Energy, the consortium and Guyanese authorities signed off on a petroleum agreement with the group on Tuesday under new […]

Upon being elected New York City’s 111th mayor a week ago Tuesday, Zohran Mamdani thanked his supporters for showing “that when politics speaks to you without condescension, we can usher in a new era of leadership.” Whether you agreed or disagreed with Mamdani’s policies, one thing was certain: The way he campaigned for mayor ignited a political passion not seen in this city in more than three decades, as reflected […]

Two neighboring nations in the Eastern Caribbean are preparing to hold general elections before the end of the year, making 2025 one of the busiest years on record for polls, officials said. The latest is St. Lucia, where Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre addressed the nation late Sunday, naming Dec. 1 as the date islanders will vote for a new government and parliament. Nomination day for parties to expose and […]

Guyanese-born Pastor Joseph Persaud, the lead clergy of the vibrant Liberty Bible Fellowship Church in Ozone Park, Queens, was honored at a faith-based 60th Birthday celebration on Nov. 7, surrounded by more than 200 family, friends, congregants, and clergy. The wonderful festivity began with a cocktail hour, followed by spirited gospel music to welcome the arrival of Pastor Persaud and his lovely wife, First Lady Rachael Persaud, and parents Michael […]

CARICOM CARICOM Secretary General Dr. Carla Barnett says it is essential that the 15-member regional integration grouping prioritizes energy security through the renewable energy potential available in all member states. "Energy security is no longer a distant goal; it is a regional priority that requires bold, forward-thinking deliberations and decisions," Barnett said. "We must invest in energy systems that empower our people and embrace the technologies that will shape our […]

West Indies all-rounders Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, and Jason Holder have made some of the most significant moves in the latest ICC bowling and all-rounder rankings, following their team's success in a dominant home series against Bangladesh recently.. Chase, whose composed displays anchored the team's 3-0 sweep, is now the third-best T20I all-rounder in the world, trailing only global giants Shakib Al Hasan and Mohammad Nabi. He climbed six spots […]