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US imposes visa ban on Central American officials for role in Cuba medical missions
Dominica News Online - Thursday, June 5th, 2025 at 9:07 AM The US State Department has targeted several Central American government officials with visa restrictions on the basis that they are linked to Cuba’s medical mission program. The officials...

The purpose and promise of China’s International Organization for Mediation
On May 30, China launched the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed), a new international organization focused on dispute mediation. Beijing has been quietly working on IOMed since 2022, culminating in a signing ceremony in Hong Kong...
Inter Milan Sign Promising Brazilian Forward Luis Henrique from Marseille in Strategic Summer Move
Inter Milan have taken a decisive step to strengthen their attacking options with the acquisition of Brazilian forward Luis Henrique from Olympique de Marseille. The 23-year-old arrives after an impressive Ligue 1 campaign, and while Inter haven’t...

Government has no immediate plan to change Constitution
by Linda Straker Prime Minister would like to see term limits for Prime Minister and Governor-General Referendum required for Grenada to cease being a constitutional monarchy and become a republic Both 2016 and 2017 referendums failed Prime...

Desarrollo País' Board of Directors President Luz Granier and Google's Director of Telecommunications Infrastructure Latin America Cristian Ramos pose for a picture after the signing of the agreement for the implementation of the first submarine fiber…
Chile and Google inked an agreement Wednesday for the installation of the first-ever submarine fibre optic cable between South America, Asia and Oceania by 2027. South America relies for its digital connectivity on infrastructure running through...

Chile abortion rights bill could shape Boric legacy as Latin American neighbors look on
VALPARAISO, Chile - An effort by Chilean President Gabriel Boric to expand abortion rights in the final months of his administration could finally give him a progressive legacy after three years in office but it is an uphill task that Latin...

Swimming-pool economics haunt Latin America
TO SEE REALITY in the Buenos Aires suburb of San Isidro, consider the drone’s-eye view (pictured). A razor-straight line divides lush gardens and smooth clay tennis courts from a mess of corrugated iron roofs in one of the city’s “villas...

How to watch Ecuador vs Brazil: Live stream details for South American World Cup 2026 qualifier in Guayaquil
Watch Ecuador vs Brazil anywhere on the world on June 6. Ecuador vs Brazil match info ► Date and kick-off time: EST: Thursday, June 5, 7pm / BST (UK time): Friday, June 6, 0.00am ► Venue: Estadio Monumental Isidro Romero Carbo, Guayaquil ► Free...

Caribbean Forum
Urban planners, municipal leaders, academics, professionals and policymakers from across the Caribbean gathered in Trinidad and Tobago this week for the 14th Caribbean Urban Forum. Minister of Planning, Economic Affairs and Development, Kennedy...

Caribbean Posh Welcomes Cedella Marley as Honoree
Cedella Marley St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands — Caribbean POSH is thrilled to announce the addition of Cedella Marley—CEO of the Bob Marley Group of Companies, fashion designer, author, philanthropist, and cultural ambassador—to the prestigious...

Royal Caribbean names Diana Ross Godmother of the Star od the Seas
Royal Caribbean names Diana Ross godmother of Star of the Seas, launching August 2025, offering family cruises from Orlando to the Caribbean. MIAMI – The ultimate family vacation is getting ready to set sail, and a star-studded godmother is...

Factbox-Latin America's abortion rights in spotlight as Chile debates legalization
By Natalia Siniawski and Sarah Morland MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Chile's Congress is set to begin debating a bill that could make abortion legal on request nationwide, a debate which could have ripple effects across Latin America as a rift grows...
Havana International Fair to be held in late November
HAVANA, Cuba, Jun 4 (ACN) Oscar Perez-Oliva Fraga, Cuba's Minister of Foreign Trade and Investment, announced that the 41st Havana International Fair (FIHAV 2025) will take place on November 24 to 29 at the ExpoCuba fairgrounds. The official...

Analysis-Chile abortion rights bill could shape Boric legacy as Latin American neighbors look on
VALPARAISO, Chile (Reuters) -An effort by Chilean President Gabriel Boric to expand abortion rights in the final months of his administration could finally give him a progressive legacy after three years in office but it is an uphill task that...

ECCO DEFEATED IN COURT! HIGH COURT DENIES INJUNCTION AS GOVERNMENT STANDS FIRM ON COPYRIGHT SHAKEUP
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS — The battle between the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights (ECCO) took a dramatic turn on June 5, 2025, when the High Court of Justice rejected ECCO’s...

Luca’s unique ketchup from Ards being enjoyed in South America
TOMATO ketchup lovers in South America are now able to enjoy a unique version of the popular condiment from Newtownards. PEPPUP, the authentic Italian sauce producer in the Co Down market town, has successfully launched its ketchup, a produce...

COSCO Shipping launches new service to South America
COSCO Shipping has announced that the 62,000-dwt multi-purpose pulp carrier COSCO SHIPPING Changqing embarked from Nansha Port in Guangzhou, loaded with 660 new energy vehicles and containerised cargo. This marked the inaugural voyage of COSCO...

Azzet Unpacked: Boiling down the business week that was
Our team has sifted through Australia’s top stories and global headlines to bring you a streamlined update on the week’s most impactful news. Enjoy your weekly business update this Friday, 6 June 2025. Dear readers, There was a time when the...

Government reaffirms commitment to higher education through scholarships
The Government is committed to expanding access to higher education through sustained investment in scholarship opportunities. This is according to Director of Training at the Service Commissions Department, Dr. Athalie Cain-Soleyn. She was...

ECFH Strong Financial Results Mark Year of Strategic Growth and Achievement
The Eastern Caribbean Financial Holding (ECFH) Group recorded a strong financial performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, achieving a profit after tax of $92.4 million, the best performance in the institution’s history. This represents a...