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Barbados Elevates Breadfruit to National Superfood Status

Barbados has officially elevated breadfruit to national “superfood” status as part of a new push to strengthen food security and expand agricultural exports. The announcement was made on February 5, 2026, during the opening of the Hope Agricultural Training Institute in St Lucy. Prime Minister Mia Mottley said the initiative aims to transform breadfruit from […]

Antigua and Barbuda Culinary Month is Almost Here! Are you Ready?

Antigua and Barbuda’s Culinary Month will return in May 2026, according to the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority. The month-long initiative celebrates the country’s food culture while highlighting local ingredients, chefs, and culinary traditions alongside international influences. One of the main features will be Restaurant Week, during which more than 50 restaurants across Antigua and […]

Spain Moves to Ban Social Media Use for Children Under 16

Spain is moving forward with plans to ban children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. The proposal is part of a wider effort to protect young people from online harms, including cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to inappropriate content. “We will protect them from the digital Wild West,” Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez […]

Trinidad-Opposition Calls for Dismissal of Housing Ministers

The opposition in Trinidad and Tobago has called for the immediate dismissal of all housing ministers, citing what it describes as serious failures in the management of the country’s housing sector. The Opposition also condemned the Government for implementing a “disguised inheritance tax through its new five and ten per cent fee for transferring and selling properties.”  In […]

Nikki Beach and AYRE Group Launch Branded Residences in Antigua

Nikki Beach has partnered with the AYRE Group is preparing to unveil The Residences at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua, a USD $400 million branded development. The project blends upscale living with the lifestyle brand’s signature focus on leisure, music, and beachfront experiences. The development will feature high-end residences designed to offer owners both […]

Travel

Antigua and Barbuda Sweeps Major Titles at 2026 Caribbean Travel Awards

Antigua and Barbuda has reaffirmed its status as a premier global destination, claiming top honors across multiple categories at the prestigious 2026 Caribbean Journal Caribbean Travel Awards. Celebrated for its pristine beaches and high-end hospitality, the twin-island nation secured three major destination awards: In addition to the national awards, Pineapple Beach Club was named Pickleball […]

Police

Police Raids Yield Firearm Seizure, Cash, and Multiple Arrests

A series of coordinated police operations conducted across the island on Tuesday has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of a firearm, ammunition, and significant cash, authorities confirmed. The raids were executed by officers from the Criminal Investigations Department Task Force (CIDTF) in collaboration with the Gang and Guns Suppression Unit (GAGSU). As part […]

Austrailia- Boy’s Brave Swim Saves Mother and Siblings From Drowning

A 13 year old boy from Australia is being hailed as a hero after swimming for 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) to shore to raise the alarm after he got into difficulties on Friday with his mother Joanne Appelbee, 47, brother Beau, 12, and sister Grace, 8. The family was caught in strong currents while enjoying […]

Venezuela Oil Exports Rise Sharply in January

Venezuela’s oil exports rose sharply in January, according to shipping data released this week. Crude shipments averaged about 800,000 barrels per day, a significant increase from December, when exports were much lower due to restrictions and logistical delays. The increase followed changes in oversight of Venezuela’s oil operations and the easing of barriers that had […]