Women Impact Awards to celebrate Caribbean and diaspora trailblazers

As the Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance (CariPhil) prepares for Future Forward 2025, one of the most anticipated events of the four-day forum is the Women Impact Awards, set for October 29 at the AC Hotel Kingston in Jamaica. The awards celebrate...

Saint Lucia launches road safety campaign

Saint Lucians are being urged to exercise caution on the roads through the newly launched National Road Safety Project. Officially launched on Wednesday, October 8, the initiative targets dangerous driving behaviours such as speeding, mobile phone...

SAINT LUCIA LAUNCHES URGENT ROAD SAFETY CAMPAIGN TO CURB FATALITIES

In response to a rising tide of road fatalities, Saint Lucia today launched a six-week Socially Inclusive and Gender-Responsive Road Safety Awareness Campaign, aiming to change dangerous driving behaviours and save lives, particularly among young...

St. Martin wins ‘Best Event Destination in the Caribbean’ award in St. Lucia

Communication officers Malaïka Hunt (left) and Roxane Fleury (right) accept the award on behalf of Saint Martin Tourism Office. MARIGOT--Saint Martin has won the “Best Event Destination in the Caribbean” award at the 2025 World Travel Awards...

The Defense of Men in Women's Sports Keeps Reaching Delusional Levels

Men and women are fundamentally different. Those differences go way back in time, back to the beginning of humanity, and they're not going away, no matter how much some people might like for it to, which is why there's an issue with men who say...

Saint Lucia Wins Big at World Travel Awards

Photo credit: SLTA Saint Lucia cemented its position as one of the Caribbean’s leading destinations for world-class events and luxury experiences as it hosted the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2025 on Saturday,...

Saint Lucia emerges as a leader in authentic, nature-focused Caribbean tourism

8 October 2025 Saint Lucia is emerging as a key player in the Caribbean’s changing tourism landscape, tapping into rising demand for authentic, immersive, and sustainable travel. Tourists enjoy the lush landscapes of Saint Lucia Often called the...

Adoptive Saint Lucian Michael Barratt giving back through sports

More than three decades ago, Michael Barratt made Saint Lucia his home, marrying a Laborie woman with whom he has a beautiful little girl. His older son’s mother is also of Saint Lucian heritage, deepening his ties to the island. But the engineer,...

Three Saint Lucians named to FIFA Committees

In a historic move this week, three Saint Lucians have been appointed to standing committees of the global governing body for football, FIFA, for the next four years. Following a thorough consultation process involving FIFA member associations and...

Saint Lucia officially opens 2025/2026 Cruise Season at Port Castries

Saint Lucia has officially opened its 2025/2026 cruise season. The opening ceremony took place on October 5, 2025, at Port Castries, which saw the attendance of government officials, tourism partners and industry stakeholders. The cruise ship...

Saint Lucia victorious at ECGA golf

For the second time in three years, Saint Lucia are Eastern Caribbean Golf Association (ECGA) champions, winning the gross title on Sunday, October 5th, in St Kitts and Nevis. Of special note were strong performances from Yadhu Urs and the women...

Saint Lucia to join forces with Dominica and SVG to transform classrooms through innovation

The Caribbean Innovation and Leadership Lab (CILL), in collaboration with the Ministries of Education in Saint Lucia, Dominica, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, will convene the Caribbean Education Innovation Forum II at Beachcombers Hotel in...

Breaking the Cycle: How National Health Insurance Can Save Lives and Secure St. Lucia’s Future

Healthcare in St. Lucia is at a critical crossroads, deeply affecting the lives of countless families. Take the story of Mary from Soufriere, a devoted wife and mother whose husband was recently diagnosed with a serious illness. Faced with...

Saint Lucia pushes for healthier school meals through Regional Nutrition Workshop

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, in collaboration with the EU-Caribbean Nutrition (EU-CaN) initiative and the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO), recently hosted a two-day nutrition workshop at the Harbor Club Hotel in...

THE EAST COAST HOSTS THE LA MAGÉWIT CULTURAL EXTRAVAGANZA

The culturally rich community of La Ressource, Dennery, hosted this year’s La Magéwit grand celebrations. The day’s events featured a church service, a street parade, and performances, with scores of students participating in the uniquely Saint...

GOVERNMENT INVESTS ONE MILLION DOLLARS TO EXPAND SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION.

The Government of Saint Lucia is taking a major step toward inclusive education with a one-million-dollar investment under the “Pathways to Inclusion: Strengthening Systems and Expanding Opportunities for Learners with Special Needs” project....

Dominica’s Jungle Bay named Caribbean’s leading Resort at World Travel Awards in St Lucia

Dominica News Online - Friday, October 10th, 2025 at 6:44 PM Dominica’s nature resort, Jungle Bay, has received the esteemed title of Caribbean’s Leading Retreat 2025 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony, which...

HEAVY RAINS FROM TROPICAL STORM JERRY TRIGGER FLOODING IN SOUTHERN SAINT LUCIA.

Overnight downpours from Tropical Storm Jerry turned parts of southern Saint Lucia into temporary flood zones, leaving overflowing bridges and minor damage in several schools — even as all storm warnings were lifted by midday. Acting NEMO Director...

Jamaica joins regional effort to support women in climate projects

Jamaica is among eight Caribbean countries to join a Gender Smart Facility led by the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) and Global Affairs Canada to transform how climate finance reaches women and vulnerable communities. Unlike traditional climate...

NEW BIOMETRIC PASSPORT KIOSKS UNVEILED TO SPEED UP SAINT LUCIA BORDER CONTROL.

Saint Lucia is taking a bold leap into the future of border control — unveiling ten high-tech passport kiosks equipped with biometric scanners and smart data integration, designed to make travel faster, safer, and more seamless for thousands of...