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Tracy has roots “pedigree” over both Shyne and Darrell
By Colin Hyde Like the fanatical PUP lady who replied, when she was asked if she would jump in the canal if George Price asked her to do so, that she would if it was for a good cause, I say, I’m all about what’s good for the nation. Perdón, it’s a...

Caribbean netballers poised for battle in ECCB series in Grenada
Netballers Poised for Battle at 5th ECCB International Netball Series in Grenada The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), in collaboration with the Caribbean Netball Association and Netball Grenada will host the 5th ECCB International Netball...

‘Don’t you dare, Trump’
A defiant Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro says he will mobilise four million armed militia fighters to protect Venezuela from US forces. In a televised address on Monday, Maduro said, “This week, I will activate a special plan with more than...

UNGA 2025 schedule: Eyes on returning Trump and welcoming Syria's Al Shara to UN
World leaders will converge on New York next month for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, facing a crowded agenda of protracted wars, climate change and UN reforms, with the spotlight firmly on the return of US President Donald Trump....

VincyCares awards 19 scholarships at 2025 Disbursement Ceremony
VincyCares 2025 scholarships recipients News August 19, 2025 VINCYCARES, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION committed to providing educational opportunities to less fortunate children in St Vincent and the Grenadines(SVG) awarded 19 scholarship payments to...

UNGA 2025 schedule: Eyes on Trump's return and Al Shara's debut at UN
World leaders will converge on New York next month for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, facing a crowded agenda of protracted wars, climate change and UN reforms, with the spotlight firmly on the return of US President Donald Trump....

NBC’s General Manager elected to the CBU Board of Directors
General Manager of The National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC Radio), Dionne John, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU), a major step forward in strengthening St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ voice in...

How to island-hop the Caribbean by ferry
For most travelers out there, you're probably treating the Caribbean the way you think you're supposed to: fly in, park yourself on one island, fly out. Fragmented airlift and maddening routes, like flying back through Miami or San Juan to reach...

Montserrat to Compete in 5th ECCB International Netball Series in Grenada
Montserrat is preparing to participate in the fith annual netball series slated for Grenada this weekend. The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), in collaboration with the Caribbean Netball Association and Netball Grenada will host the...

New technology being explored to revive geothermal project
Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves has revealed that new technology is being explored to potentially revive the St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ long-anticipated geothermal energy project. The Prime Minister made this statement as he confirmed that...

ALBA-TCP: A Shield for the Peace and Sovereignty of Our America
"We are proud that ALBA-TCP is at the forefront in denouncing the continued imperialist assaults and projecting itself as a strong voice in the face of U.S. designs. This Alliance is our first shield against the dangers that threaten peace and...

Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund to host sea moss roundtable
The Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF), with financing support from the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) under the Climate-Resilient and Blue Economy (CRBE) Project, will host a roundtable discussion with sea moss farmers on...

IICA to bridge agriculture cooperation between SVG, Trinidad, Panama
At a meeting with senior officials of the Argentinian government, ministers of Panama, Trinidad and Tobago and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines explored new agribusiness and cooperation opportunities in the application of genetics in beef...

Preparations underway for for SVG’s 46th Independence Anniversary Celebrations
Preparations are already being made for the celebration of this country’s 46th Anniversary of Political Independence from Britain. The Carnival Development Corporation is spearheading the activities which will be held under the theme “Celebrating...

SVG surpasses China on HDI Index : PM
SVG Surpasses China on HDI Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has made tremendous progress on the United Nations (UN) Human Development Index (HDI), surpassing even global powers such as China in areas of human development. The HDI is the...

World Steel Pan Day celebrated this week with pledges to strengthen the local steelpan movement
St. Vincent and the Grenadines joined in commemorating World Steelpan Day on Monday. World Steelpan Day is observed annually on August 11, in recognition of the steelpan’s unique place in the world of culture, as the only acoustic instrument...

OP-ED: In the eye of the storm – local and regional partners in Caribbean disaster response
Damage after Hurricane Maria, 2017, in DominicaIn the Caribbean, where hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, and climate-driven displacement are constant threats, humanitarian action must be swift, inclusive and anchored in local leadership. With the...

$3M boost for farmers, fishers in SVG
St Vincent Agriculture Minister Saboto Caesar has announced that $3 million has been provided through a grant from the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank’s food security programme to assist farmers and fishers in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Mr....

SVG police force receives CCTV upgrade & bucket truck
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) announced the successful completion of the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) project and the handover of a bucket truck at a ceremony held on 8 August 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the...

SVG higher on Human Development than China
St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has made tremendous progress on the United Nations (UN) Human Development Index (HDI), surpassing even global powers such as China in areas of human development. The HDI is the index used by the United Nations...