Pulse of the Caribbean
The Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast with Kysha captures the Caribbean spirit. It features the latest news from the region, interviews with exceptional Caribbean individuals making global contributions, and travel highlights of destinations and activities. Inspirational messages are also shared. The podcast aims to bring the essence of the Caribbean to listeners.
Episodes
#193 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 October 2026
We track the biggest Caribbean headlines shaping October 2026, from Haiti’s revised electoral rules and ongoing security challenges to Grenada’s snap election call. We also dig into the region’s economic push, with major moves in tourism, cruise deployment, and new air links that could reshape travel across the islands.Here’s a look at more of our headlines on Episode 2 for October 2026.Haiti revi
#192 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 October 2026
We deliver a rapid scan of the region’s biggest headlines, from Grenada’s UN priorities to investment and conservation moves shaping the Caribbean’s next chapter. We connect security, public health, finance, and sustainable tourism to show what’s changing now and what it could mean for the Caribbean and the diaspora. Here’s a look at more of our headlines on Episode 1 for October 2026.Grenada addr
#191 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 September 2026
Small islands are making big moves; this episode of the Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup is packed with proof. We begin our report with an initiative that signals a smarter approach to regional power: CARICOM and the Pacific Islands Forum have signed a new agreement to coordinate advocacy and practical cooperation for small island developing states. Here’s a look at more of our headlines on Epi
#190 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 September 2026
Oil money, migration pressure, and culture-led growth are all colliding across the Caribbean, and we break it down story by story with the headlines that matter on Episode 3 for September 2026.Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines:Guyana’s petroleum sector generates significant economic returns in the first half of 2026.Grenada records strong increase in visitor arrivals for the 2026 Spicemas.
#189 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 September 2026
We move through the biggest Caribbean headlines, from maritime interdiction and crime prevention to research ownership, mining, and rare earth supply chain strategy. We also spend time on mental health, suicide prevention, and the practical ways services and communities can reduce stigma and save lives on Episode 2 for September 2026.Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. US military strike a
#188 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 September 2026
Caribbean news moves fast, so a tight Caribbean news roundup helps you see the region’s bigger picture without losing the local details. This Pulse of the Caribbean connects politics, migration, finance, and technology across the islands and the diaspora, with headlines spanning the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Lucia, the Dominican Republic, the British Virgin Islands, Barbados, Turks and Caicos, Puer
#187 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 August 2026
We move through the week’s most important Caribbean headlines with clear context to keep you updated on news impacting the region and the Caribbean diaspora.Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. U.S. State Department Halts Visa Appointments,UN Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting on Haiti Gang Violence,Barbados offers humanitarian aid and works to improve Bridgetown-Caracas relationsBrit
#186 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 August 2026
The Pulse of the Caribbean tracks the biggest stories shaping the Caribbean right now, from climate transparency and renewable energy decisions to major infrastructure spending and fast-moving tech shifts. We also hit the week’s standout business and culture updates. Here’s a look at the headlines on Episode 3 for August 2026.Barbados maintaining its 1.5-degree pathway to reduce emissions with Par
#185 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 August 2026
A single news cycle can tell you what’s happening. A smart roundup tells you what it means. Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 for August 2026 connects the dots across the Caribbean and the diaspora with stories that hit policy, money, climate risk, and culture all in one fast-moving listen.Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic second-largest
#184 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 August 2026
A single news decision can change who gets to work, who gets to travel, and how quickly a country can recover after the next storm. Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 for August 2026 brings the stories that are already shifting reality across the region and the diaspora. Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. U.S. Government Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians officially
#183 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 July 2026
A single week of headlines can redraw the map of belonging, security, and opportunity across the Caribbean and the diaspora. Here’s a look at the headlines on Episode 3 for July 2026U.S. Congressman introduces the End Birthright Citizenship for US Territories Act.US Government moves to remove Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian ImmigrantsThe Nevis Geothermal Project enters a pivotal stage
#183 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 July 2026
We track the biggest Caribbean headlines shaping trade, travel, and daily life. Here’s a look at our Caribbean headlines. The US imposed a new 12.5% tax on exports from 60 nations, including Caribbean countries.The US government suspended HUD funding in the US Virgin Islands.The US government has suspended mango imports from the Dominican Republic.British Virgin Islands' Grade 2 students top
#182 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 July 2026
We move through the biggest Caribbean headlines, with clear updates that matter across the islands and the diaspora Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. Lawsuit filed by the U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue against major online travel companiesAirbnb is collaborating with the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management AgencyInternational investors propose US $100 million investmen
#181 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 for June 2026
We move fast through the biggest Caribbean and diaspora headlines, from Haiti’s 2026 election schedule to new energy and infrastructure partnerships across the region on Episode 3 for June 2026. Here are the headlines.UN Secretary General and Haiti Prime Minister meet ahead of Haiti’s two-round 2026 general elections Dominican Republic and United States sign memorandum on civil nuclear cooperation
#180 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for June 2026
We move through the biggest Caribbean-centered headlines for June 2026, from U.S. visa decisions to major projects shaping tourism, education, energy, and agriculture across the region. We also spotlight cultural wins and upcoming events that keep Caribbean pride and community connection strong on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode 2 for June 2026. Here are the headlines.U.S. expands enfor
#179 Caribbean News Round Up Week of June 1, 2026
We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from Cuba’s shutdown of Visa and MasterCard transactions to new trade tariffs aimed at the Bahamas. We also track Guyana’s fast-changing economy, regional health updates, and community wins in tech, scholarships, and public service leadership on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of June 1, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Cu
#178 Caribbean News Round Up Week of May 25, 2026
We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from CARICOM’s warning about the humanitarian impact of sanctions on Cuba to new Ebola-related travel restrictions in the northern Caribbean. We also track how the region is funding resilience, tightening security, expanding tech ambitions, and deepening freedom of movement across borders on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of
#177 Caribbean News Round Up Week of April 20
We bring you the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from new tourism routes and cruise expansion to major investments, climate resilience, and regional security. We also spotlight standout sports achievements and a community awards program that recognizes people doing the work without the spotlight on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of April 20, 2026. Here are today’s headline
#176 Caribbean News Round Up Week of April 13
We move through the Caribbean’s biggest headlines of the week, from renewed demands for reparations to the economic math behind fuel, food, and inflation. We also track security concerns tied to Haiti, new climate financing, and the tourism and culture stories shaping regional growth in this fast-moving Caribbean news roundup for the week of April 13th. Here are today’s headlines.UK Reform Party w
#175 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of April 6
The energy and humanitarian crisis and changing security conditions in the region are our focus. Diplomacy, elections, public safety, and a major hunger relief campaign are also covered in Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of April 6, 2026.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.c
#174 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 30
From Haiti’s deadly gang violence to energy, border security, trade, and climate resilience across the region, we connect the dots between public safety, modern infrastructure, and how Caribbean governments try to protect people while building long-term stability on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 30, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Haiti gang attack descri
#173 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 23
We spotlight a UN-backed push for slavery reparations, migration, economic opportunities, and new regional policies on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Ghana-led UN resolution condemning transatlantic slavery, calling for apologies and reparation gets supportCARICOM chair Dr. Terrance Drew urges unity in trade, mobility, a
#172 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 23
We track the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from a landmark direct charter flight to Africa to urgent updates on energy, health leadership, climate resilience, and food security. We also spotlight cultural industry growth, standout athletic wins, and diaspora events on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.OECS-backed char
#171 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 16
Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup brings a fast, Caribbean-centered look at the stories shaping policy, business, travel, and everyday life across the region and the diaspora on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 19, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Barbados plans energy security symposium to protect against oil price shocksGuyana reaches a first in fully aut
#170 Healing Minds, Challenging Stigma, Building Hope with Jevon Patrick
What if the story you tell yourself about how hard things are for you is just half true? Have you ever felt "stuck" in emotions or habits you didn't choose?We sit down with clinical social worker and psychotherapist Jevon Patrick. Jevon takes us inside the engine room of effective mental health care: a holistic, team-based model. He shares how trauma hides in plain sight, and how cu
#169 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 16
We track the biggest headlines shaping daily life across the Caribbean, from global oil shocks to the policy moves on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 17, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Guyana responds to a global oil price spike with Antigua and Barbuda absorbing higher petroleum costs to steady gasoline pricesCuba’s high-level consultations with the Unite
#168 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 9
Global pressure turns into local reality, and the underlining theme is resilience on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Jamaica’s net international reserves provides hedge against oil price spikesGuyana receives global companies proposals for an ammonia and urea fertilizer plant using natural gasGuyana’s homestead agriculture
#167 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 9
Tensions in the Middle East pushed oil above $100 a barrel, as small island economies watch prices, another current runs through the region: active plans to strengthen security, modernize energy exploration, and unlock new trade channels is on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Iran names new Supreme LeaderGuyana’s 3D seismic
#166 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 2
Elections, energy, trade, and public health converge across the Caribbean on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Haiti sets a transitional roadmap for security, recovery, and credible electionsDominican Republic business groups align to formalize border trade and drive growth with HaitiUSVI Governor Bryan looks for local resol
#165 Breaking Barriers: From Mechanical Engineer to Caribbean Business Champion with Dr. Nicole Grimes
What does it take to build bridges between Caribbean entrepreneurs and the American market? From Cornell engineering graduate to Caribbean business hub founder, Dr. Nicole Grimes is creating spaces for Caribbean entrepreneurs to learn, interact, and flourish. Her goal? Remember your roots and give back.Dr. Nicole Grimes, a proud Trinidadian and founder of Carib Biz Network, is redefining what it m
#164 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 2
We track how Middle East tensions spill into Caribbean life, from fuel prices to travel warnings, and how leaders answer with diplomacy, aid, and innovation. We also look at tech scaling abroad, climate-smart farming, and new bets on minerals and tourism on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.UN condemnation of US, Israeli, an
#163 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of February 23
We track the Caribbean’s most urgent shifts: CARICOM at 50, U.S. policy on Caribbean security, maritime rules, and more on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of February 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Caribbean leaders gather for the 50th CARICOM summit in St. Kitts and Nevis on climate, food, crime, and stabilityUS Secretary of State Attends CARICOM ConferenceAnt
#162 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of February 23
New U.S. tariffs ripple through import costs, territories push for fairer shipping rules, new financial lists reshape reputations, and islands double down on water and digital infrastructure on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.U.S. global tariffs and legal pivotUS Virgin Islands push for domestic treatment and updated H
#161 Caracas to Havana: Caribbean Global Affairs Center Stage with Miles Spencer
What is the back story of the Caribbean in the realm of international affairs? In our extensive interview with author, entrepreneur, and explorer Miles Spencer, we make the connections between Caracas and Havana as well as between the small but vital Caribbean states. Miles also shares about his new company, Reflekta, a storytelling platform that lets families preserve voices and wisdom for future
#160 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of February 16
Warships, elections, and jazz—this week’s Caribbean roundup connects power, policy, and culture in 19 minutes. From Venezuela patrols to St. Lucia’s star-studded festival, catch up fast on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 16, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.U.S. military operations near Venezuela reported costsU.S. lethal strike on trafficking vessel and
#159 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of February 9
We track a fast-moving week across the Caribbean with headlines from around the region on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.US calls for ethical alternatives to Cuba’s medical missionsMexico’s dispatch naval shipments of food and essentials to CubaCARICOM observer mission in place for Barbados’ general electionNew ambassa
#158 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of February 2
Security in Haiti, clarity on St. Lucia’s medical studies, USVI’s cannabis banking breakthrough, new ties shaping trade and climate action and a regional credit bureau to unlock lending are some of the headlines on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the Week of February 2, 2026.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news r
#157 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of February 2
From a landmark Grammys moment and U.S.–Cuba tensions to Saint Lucia’s medical training pivot, Grenada’s hospital financing, and big moves in tourism and agriculture, here are headlines on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 2, 2026.Bad Bunny’s at Grammy AwardsU.S. tariff pressure on Cuba’s oil supplySaint Lucia halts Cuban medical placementsGrenada’s Project
#156 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of January 26
Check out the week's Caribbean news and share. Here are headlines on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the Week of January 26.Venezuela's political change and inmate releasesTrinidad families' U.S. lawsuits over deadly strikesHaiti council power movements and CARICOM warning CARICOM 50th Summit: Saudi Arabia and Nigeria Special Guests Cayman's Digital ID rol
#155 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of January 26
From World Health Organization shakeups to Flight cancellations, markets booming, islands teaming up and USVI–Ghana deals, we highlight the biggest Caribbean headlines on today’s podcast.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. For the Pulse of the Caribbean advertising and marketplace feature opp
#154 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of January 19
We track Caribbean news, impacts from global and regional shifts, from U.S. enforcement on Venezuelan oil to new CARICOM–Africa trade corridors, urgent fixes for health systems, a Grenada–Mexico football pact, and Guyana’s investment on film and the creative economy. Partnerships and execution define what turns risk into growth.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for n
#153 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of January 19
In this episode, we track how U.S. visa changes, OECS diplomacy, and Canada partnerships ripple across the region, then turn to a Bahamas trafficking case, Barbados sugar alarm, Grenada’s cannabis framework, Barbados elections, and Guyana’s tourism push. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Fo
#152 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of January 12
U.S. immigrant visa pause for 12 Caribbean nations, workforce shifts in Cayman, e‑passport rollout and agro export channels in the DR, Jamaica’s climate‑resilient coffee plan, Angostura’s return to India, USVI refinery cleanup steps, Puerto Rico’s airport microgrid, and Barbados Sailing Week 2026 are the headlines on today’s podcast.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up
#151 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of January 12
The Caribbean sits at a crossroads where global policy, regional security, and tourism collide, and this week’s headlines reveal how quickly the map can shift. Here’s a look at the headlines.• U.S. travel warnings for Venezuela and consular service gaps• Cuba’s fuel squeeze under US sanctions • U.S. withdrawal from climate bodies• Guyana drug seizures and intelligence-led operations• Antigua and B
#150 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of January 5
Headlines shape how we understand power and place, and bring Caribbean news into sharp focus. We open with a high-seas operation: U.S. authorities seized a Russian-flagged tanker linked to sanctioned oil near Venezuela. Other headlines include new U.S. visa bond requirements affecting Caribbean nations, heightened U.S.–Guyana security ties, Jamaica’s workers heading to Canada, and Grenada’s Carib
#149 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of January 5
Caribbean headlines take center stage as the U.S. invasion of Caracas triggered legal, diplomatic, and travel fallout while regional leaders called for dialogue and stability. We connect the dots from trafficking indictments to airspace closures, then turn to development wins in transit, education, and diaspora leadership. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news y
#148 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of December 15
Regional news reveals: security pressures, economic pivots, and infrastructure bets that signal where the region is heading. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.JetBlue flight and a U.S. military refueling tanker have near miss off the Venezuelan coastGuyana and the US signed a military cooperation Venezuelan oil exports disrupted as US seize oil tanker off Venezuela coastAntigua ch
#147 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 2 Week of December 1
We connect the dots between policy, connectivity, and mobility on this episode. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.Escalation continues in US–Venezuela relations US suspends and re-reviews select immigration applicationsUS Virgin Islands Delegation visit Ghana on trade, logistics, and finance missionDigicel invest in major upgrades in Trinidad and TobagoJetBlue’s expands direct fli
#146 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of December 1
Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.U.S. issues warning over Venezuelan airspace Charter fee hikes in the BVI impacting U.S. VI operators Jamaica secures $6.7B for hurricane recoveryDominican Republic–Haiti border wall gaps and security implicationsElection results in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and St. LuciaListen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for new
#145 Caribbean News Roundup Episode 1 Week of November 24
Policy, investment, civic data, and culture roundup the news. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.BVI seeks UK cooperation on border security BVI finance underscores strong Chinese ownership linksAntigua targets blight with demolitions and plan installation of new 200-camera networkBarbados removes 8,291 names from voter registryBahamas announces $100m Sandals Beaches redevelopment
#144 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of November 17
Leaders across the Caribbean move from tension to cooperation as diplomacy, trade relief, security coordination, climate resilience, and infrastructure plans take shape. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.Venezuela’s Maduro Ready to Speak With US Regional Enforcement and Justice Leaders Meet In Summit targeting gangs and drug traffickingCARICOM Private Sector Reacts to US Tariff Re
#143 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of November 17
Ready to catch the biggest Caribbean stories? Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines.US DEA–Dominican Republic Meet on Coordinated Anti-trafficking EffortsAntigua Calls for U.S.–Venezuela diplomacy and regional stabilityCARICOM Reparations Commission Outreach and Public Education in the UKGuyana Plans Graduated Corporate Tax for Small and Medium AgribusinessesThe Region's National
#142 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of November 10
Rising grocery bills, stubborn fuel prices, and a wave of new investments are reshaping daily life across the Caribbean. Regional Financing Commitments Secured for agriculture at United Nations FAO forum New United Nations FAO regional leadership focus on investmentAntigua–Guyana Import Deal to Cut Food PricesBVI Regulated Essentials Basket Begin in DecemberBVI Increase Funding in 2026 Budget for
#141 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of November 10
Each story matters and has impact on travel, business, and daily life in the region. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.U.S. Military Buildup in Caribbean Continues as UK Suspends Intelligence and Venezuela RespondsU.S. Visa Backlogs Impacting Travel for Caribbean NationalsDominican Republic Airport Make Major Investments for Upgrades and ConnectivityBeacon and General Acciden
#140 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of November 10
We track the biggest Caribbean stories. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.U.S. Visa Reviews Expand to Chronic Health RisksInaugural GUBA Awards and Trade and Investment Forum Spotlights Africa-Caribbean Trade PotentialDominican Republic Ranked Top Latin American Country for InvestorsGuyana Launches Coursera-Powered Public Service TrainingDominican Republic vs Puerto Rico Base
#139 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of November 10
From disaster response to long-term transformation, here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Regional and International efforts continue to support Jamaica’s Hurricane Recovery Business Leaders In Jamaica Encouraged to Resume OperationsGuyana To Increase Forest Carbon Sales Amazon Bazaar App Launched in the Dominican Republic Flow and the Government of Grenada Renew JUMP Program to
#138 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of November 3
Headlines should do more than inform—they should reveal where the region is headed. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Jamaica Public Service Company Reduce Un-serviced Consumers and Bring In Line Workers India and Jamaica Provide Humanitarian Aid to JamaicaBarbados Become Smallest Member of the Development Bank of Latin America and the CaribbeanBritish Virgin Islands House of
#137 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of November 3
This episode shares how policy, tech, and tourism combine to drive resilience and growth. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Puerto Rico Solar Companies Unite to Help Jamaica in Hurricane Recovery Dominican Republic Postpones 10th Summit of the Americas for deeper alignmentUS Values Ties with Antigua and Barbuda on Security and EnergyBVI Financial Services Mission Builds Latin
#136 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of November 3
Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.USVI utilizes emergency funding for SNAP and activates the use of line of credit as cushion for government operations Antigua’s brewery and distillery expansion to diversify GDPBVI Nanny Cay redevelopment gets underway with expectations high for new jobs, economic activity, and marine skills training with H. Lavity Stoutt Community CollegeDom
#135 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of October 27
Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Hurricane Melissa's impact across Jamaica and the road to recoveryCARICOM calls for lower insurance costsTrinidad and Tobago and Venezuela RelationsSt. Vincent and the Grenadines election date setBarbados reports GDP growth and record low unemployment gainsCaribbean Tourism Organization 11th Human Resources Conference held in Tortola, Br
#134 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of October 27
A major hurricane tests Jamaica and the wider region while leaders coordinate on governance and sanctions, trade experts chart a greener Caribbean economy, and local innovators turn invasive lionfish into reef recovery and youth opportunity. We share the facts, the stakes, and the wins in this episode. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Hurricane Melissa- the track, hazards,
#133 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of October 27
Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Category 5 Hurricane Melissa's Forecast and ImpactsMagnitude 6.1 Earthquake Hit the Lesser Antilles.U.S. Military Increasing Presence, While CARICOM Leaders Appealing for PeaceU.S. Virgin Islands Tap Rainy Day Fund To Sustain SNAP Benefits During The Federal Government Shutdown Guyana in Discussion with International Pharmaceutical Compa
#132 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of October 27
This episode tracks tropical storm weather, security, energy, health, and investments. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Category 5 Hurricane Melissa forecast to impact Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, the southeastern and central Bahamas, the Turks and Caicos Islands, and Bermuda U.S. naval presence increases in Caribbean anti-trafficking posture near Ve
#131 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of October 20
This episode tracks tropical storm weather, security, energy, health, and investments. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Tropical Storm Melissa forecast to become a hurricaneVenezuela postures air defense amid U.S. military presenceGrenada reviews U.S. radar requestGuyana’s flour mill investment and cassava plansUSVI Senator calls for restructuring of the islands' Water
#130 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of October 20
This episode tracks a fast-moving week from a U.S. radar request in Grenada and CARICOM’s firm stance on sovereignty to Haiti’s coordinated security push and BVI customs crackdowns. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.OECS supports Grenada amid U.S. radar requestCARICOM commitment to a zone of peace and sovereigntyJoint security operations in Haiti to reopen routes and protect
#129 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of October 20
The Caribbean continues to prove that small states can steer big stories. This episode highlights regional security, digital finance, climate funding, and air connectivity. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.U.S. Southern Command leadership change British Virgin Islands' competitive edge as an offshore financial centre Climate and development finance for the Eastern Carib
#128 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of October 13
Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Puerto Rico responds to U.S. federal shutdown by expanding programs for federal workersColombia’s president rejects a regional summit in Dominican Republic over exclusions Guyana’s President addressed Guyana–Venezuela tensions along Guyana’s Cuyuni frontierBVI, Grenada, and Trinidad and Tobago earn awards from the Pan American Health Organiza
#127 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of October 13
Security, mobility, innovation, and identity are topics covered in this episode. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.U.S. maritime strike on a small boat off Venezuela - based on intelligenceOECS unveiled billboards in Grenada as it launched a campaign on integration and free movementOECS improved Saint Lucia Border Management with Self-Service TechnologyJamaica pilots new red
#126 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of October 13
Today’s report features U.S.–Caribbean security talks, a U.S. war powers fight over maritime strikes, a looming IMO vote on net‑zero shipping, record climate displacement, Sargassum-to-bioproduct innovation, and SpaceX’s Bahamas risk debates. We connect the policy dots and point to where island resilience, accountability, and opportunity meet. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headline
#125 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of October 13
Our report connects reef protection in Cayman, regional fisheries cooperation, maritime boundaries, trade plays, a sovereignty bid in BVI, and a Bahamian debate over SpaceX landings. We tie nature, markets, and governance to show how today’s choices shape tomorrow’s prosperity. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.Reef fish decline in Cayman leads well-known photographer and con
#124 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of October 6
Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.USVI response to halted duty-free exemptions and new Zonos prepay requirementsDominican Republic’s $5B investments and hotel growth outlookSan Juan’s $15M plan to acquire and rehab homes for long-term rentalsGuyana’s eServices platform for visas and permits launchedDominica–Barbados sign MOU for joint tourism marketing and guest experienceAnt
#123 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of October 6
Regional security intensifies, environmental cooperation advances, telecom policy debates heat up, and investment momentum surges in the region as highlighted in this episode. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.US-Bahamas interdictions rise, multi‑agency enforcement seize$12.3 million in cocaine over the weekend U.S.–Venezuela maritime tensions increase, Russia declares suppo
#122 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of October 6
Today’s traces how money, policy, and people are reshaping the Caribbean. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines.US Virgin Islands charter revenues face emerging challengesDominican Republic labor shortages put local coffee income at stakeCannabis regulators look to OECS for alignment to scale tradeCayman’s revenue reliance, regulatory burden, and talent pressuresAntigua anticipa
#121 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of September 29
We track a week where Haiti’s security plan evolves, the Bahamas locks in climate risk financing, Guyana deepens industrial ties with Brazil, and tourism leaders in Barbados weigh AI’s promise against the power of human hospitality in this episode. Here are the stories making Caribbean headlines.Dominican Republic push for global support for UN-backed gang suppression force in Haiti Bahamas secur
#120 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of September 29
A decisive UN shift on Haiti security, a brewing debate over Summit of the Americas’ inclusion, and new partnerships shaping governance, and Grenada’s rise in sustainable land leadership are highlighted in this episode. Here are the stories making Caribbean headlines.UN Gang Suppression Force to replace Multinational Security Support Mission in HaitiSummit of the Americas in Punta Cana Excludes 3
#119 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of September 29
The Caribbean stepped into this week with a steady beat of progress across policy, education, infrastructure, and sport, as highlighted in this episode. Here are the stories making Caribbean headlines.Puerto Rico accelerates permits with tech and training University of the Virgin Islands student presents AI research at Amazon’s Machine Learning University SymposiumGuyana–South Africa air services
#118 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of September 29
Caribbean leaders address critical regional issues at the UN General Assembly, with Jamaica's PM Holness calling for climate finance action and Haiti support while Antigua's PM Brown warns against militarization. News from across the region highlights infrastructure development, diplomatic relations, and innovative economic initiatives aimed at inclusive growth. Here are the stories maki
#117 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of September 22
Caribbean leaders take center stage at the UN General Assembly to advocate for small island nations facing climate disasters and economic challenges, while regional initiatives strengthen governance and economic resilience. Here are stories making Caribbean headlines.Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Brown Promoted the SIDS Debt Sustainability Support Services for restructuring debt and funding resili
#116 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 Week of September 22
Caribbean nations face multiple developments including tropical weather systems, international governance issues, and cultural innovations while moving forward with national infrastructure projects. Here are other stories making Caribbean headlines.Tropical wave bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds to Caribbean islands with potential depression forming near BahamasICC suspends USA Cricket with
#115 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of September 22
CARICOM takes center stage at the UN General Assembly with a robust agenda. Here are other stories making Caribbean headlines.Venezuela's President Maduro's YouTube channel disappears amid rising tensions with the USBarbados introduces Witness Anonymity Bill with innovative protections including speech modulation and physical barriersPuerto Rico nonprofits receive $1.3 million to support
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