Six witnesses testify for state in murder trial
The trial to determine whether David St Jean of Portsmouth murdered a Good Hope man entered its second day at the High Court of Justice in Roseau on Thursday. State attorney Clement Joseph who is led by the Director of Public Prosecutions Gene … [Read More...]
Health professional suggests re-examination of the nurses’ recruitment process
Recruiters of nurses on the island have been asked to re-examine the recruitment process so as to attract the best people into the nursing profession. Former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health Jean Jacob told a recent panel discussion … [Read More...]
NEWS
Foul play suspected in death of British AIDS expert
CASTRIES, St Lucia – Questions are being raised about the death of an Englishwoman who relocated to St Lucia with her Rastafarian … [Read More...]
Dominica observes World Telecommunication Day
World Telecommunication Day has been celebrated annually on 17th of May since 1969, marking the founding of the International Telecommunication Union … [Read More...]
Petite Soufriere man on $40,000 bail for possession of Cannabis
Petite Soufriere resident Sebastian Nicholas has been granted bail in the sum of $40,000.00 by Magistrate Candia Carette-George for possession of … [Read More...]
Dominica government working towards a ‘tobacco free society’
The Ministry of Health is in the process of preparing a draft legislation to eliminate the use of tobacco in public places in an effort to “provide … [Read More...]
Montserrat on path to self sustainability, says premier
BRADES, Montserrat (GIU) -- Premier Reuben Meade says his administration continues to deliver the goods to put Montserrat on the path to self … [Read More...]
Health Ministry adopts new model to improve care of people with CNCD’s
The Ministry of health is hoping to adopt a Chronic Care Model Project as part of its campaign in addressing chronic non-communicable diseases or … [Read More...]
St Lucia Delegation Heads for Taiwan
A St Lucian delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Philip Pierre is heading to Taiwan for the inauguration ceremony of President Ma Ying-jeou. Ma … [Read More...]
Precious metals worth potentially $20 billion found in Haiti
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, Wednesday May 16, 2012 –Disaster-ravaged Haiti may finally have found the crock of gold at the end of the rainbow – and it … [Read More...]
Barbadian family and attorney conduct own investigation into fatal police shooting!
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Wednesday May 16, 2012 – In a landmark move in Barbados, a bereaved family and an attorney-at-law are conducting their own … [Read More...]
AID Bank on a drive to reduce non-performing loan portfolio
The Dominica Agricultural Industrial and Development Bank (AID Bank) is aggressively pursuing efforts to address the level of delinquency within its … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
Trinidad transport minister vows to make changes to stem CAL’s losses.
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Thursday May 17, 2012 – Just days after his counterpart in the Ministry of Finance revealed that Caribbean Airlines Ltd (CAL) lost a whopping US$52 million last year; Transport Minister Devant Maharaj has charged the airline’s board to dramatically cut costs. Minister Devant Maharaj revealed to local media that not only had [...]
Digicel-Claro merger in danger of being overturned as FTC challenge goes ahead.
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Thursday May 17, 2012 – Last year’s deal that allowed Digicel to increase its stronghold in Jamaica could be undermined if the Jamaica Fair Trading Commission (FTC) determines that the transaction could lead to anti-competitive business environment in the country. The FTC was cleared to make this determination on Tuesday (May 15) when [...]
NHS ‘should consider giving statins to healthy people’
Thousands of heart attacks and strokes could be prevented if the cholesterol-lowering drugs, statins, were more widely prescribed, research suggests. The study of 175,000 patients, in the Lancet, said even very low-risk patients benefited from the medication. The Oxford researchers says the NHS should consider giving statins to healthy people. The NHS drugs watchdog, NICE, [...]
NHS ‘should consider giving statins to healthy people’
Thousands of heart attacks and strokes could be prevented if the cholesterol-lowering drugs, statins, were more widely prescribed, research suggests. The study of 175,000 patients, in the Lancet, said even very low-risk patients benefited from the medication. The Oxford researchers says the NHS should consider giving statins to healthy people. The NHS drugs watchdog, NICE, [...]
Man Who Sold His Life On eBay After A Divorce, Finds Love And Buys A Caribbean Island
In 2008, after his marriage fell apart, a heartbroken Ian Usher auctioned off his whole life on eBay. For $305,000, he sold his car, his motorbike and his house — with everything in it. “I have had enough of my life! I don’t want it anymore,” Usher, who was living in Perth, Australia at the [...]
JetBlue to fly new service between Washington and San Juan, Puerto Rico
WASHINGTON, USA — JetBlue Airways, Puerto Rico’s largest carrier, was on Monday granted a beyond-perimeter slot exemption from the United States Department of Transportation, which will enable it to launch new nonstop “capital-to-capital” service from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to a unique and sought-after destination: San Juan, Puerto Rico. The carrier expects to commence [...]
Ranchero Frittata
Eating breakfast is essential for a balanced metabolism, and this nutrient-packed egg dish contains a wealth of healthy ingredients. Omega-3-rich eggs, parsley, and olive oil help reduce inflammation. Black beans contain antioxidants and are a great source of fiber, which helps to balance your blood sugar and detoxify your body. Ingredients 6 large omega-3 eggs [...]
Dalai Lama gives £1.1m Templeton Prize money to charity
The Dalai Lama has said he will give away to charity £1.1m in prize money being awarded to him. The Tibetan spiritual leader is receiving the annual Templeton Prize in London for exceptional contribution to “affirming life’s spiritual dimension”. About £900,000 will go to Save the Children in India, with £125,000 set aside for The [...]
Parliamentarians to meet on proposed JA$612 billion budget
KINGSTON, Jamaica From today (May 15) until Thursday the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives will consider the Estimates of Expenditure containing the JA$612.4 billion in projected expenses tabled last Thursday. The projected 2012/13 expenses under consideration include JA$375 billion earmarked for Recurrent (house-keeping) expenses and $237.4 billion for Capital (development) obligations. The [...]
EDUCATION
Caribbean primary student assessment pilot runs smoothly
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — The first sitting (pilot) of the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA) was written last Friday by just under 2,000 students in Anguilla and Grenada. In Grenada, 1,727 students took the assessment at 53 centres across Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique; while in Anguilla, 223 students from six centres did the assessment. The [...]
Teachers’ performance pay ‘does not raise standards’
There is no clear link between performance pay for teachers and raising standards in schools, says an international survey. The OECD has examined data from its Pisa tests to find whether targeting pay improves pupil achievement. Previous studies have identified the importance of high-quality teaching. But the OECD’s Andreas Schleicher says the international evidence reveals [...]
POLITICS
Greece names caretaker cabinet ahead of new elections
A cabinet of professors and diplomats has been sworn in in Greece to steer the debt-ridden eurozone state into repeat elections on 17 June. Panagiotis Pikrammenos, the senior judge who has taken over as prime minister, said the cabinet’s sole task was to lead the country into the polls. The 300 MPs elected on 6 [...]
Bahamas Swears in Opposition Senators
The Bahamas’ Opposition Free National Movement’s senators were sworn in Wednesday at a ceremony at Government House. Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes performed the ceremony and gave the new senators their instruments of appointment. The Free National Movement was ousted from power in the country’s May 7 vote in a large victory for the then-opposition [...]
Real Estate
Pointe Baptiste Cottages
25 acre property with 2 beaches, a beatiful flowered garden , orchard and coastal forest. Enjoy a spectacular ocean view from the veranda. Maid and cooking services included. Pointe Baptiste estate is a private domain situated on 25 acres of beautiful gardens. There are miles of shoreline, including 3 beaches, a white and pink sand [...]
Sea Cliff Cottages
We would like to welcome you to Sea Cliff Cottages located on the nature island of Dominica. Perched on a hill overlooking the beach and islands below, these five self-catering cottages have become the “Caribbean home away from home” for many of our returning guests. The cottages are spread over several acres of grounds covered [...]
ENTERTAINMENT
Adele wins Ivor Novello Awards double
Adele has picked up two prizes at the Ivor Novello songwriting awards – but missed out on two more top trophies. The star was named songwriter of the year and her song Rolling in the Deep was the most performed work of 2011. However, Ed Sheeran’s The A-Team beat Rolling In The Deep and Florence [...]
Pop star Donna Summer dead at 63
(CBS/AP) Disco queen Donna Summer has died, a family spokesperson told the Associated Press. She was 63. Her family released a statement Thursday saying Summer had died and that they “are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy.”‘ TMZ first reported the news, noting Summer had died in Florida on Thursday after [...]
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