SLASPA taking action to ease Port Castries congestion

The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) is taking steps to address regional and global logistics pressures affecting operations at Port Castries. According to a press release, recent supply chain challenges have been “compounded...

Langkawi to Koh Lipe Ferry Guide with redBus

Koh Lipe, located in Thailand’s southern Andaman Sea, is one of the most accessible island getaways in Southeast Asia. Famous for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and laid-back charm, the island attracts travelers year-round. For international...

Destination golf comes to a chilly corner of northern Scotland

James Ludden For anyone working through their bucket list of must-play courses in golf-obsessed Scotland, dozens of venues line the eastern seaboard-with St. Andrews invariably at the top of the pile. But Inverness, the nation’s northernmost city...

P&O Cruises adds Barbados to Caribbean beach wedding line-up

75 Barbados has added another feather to its tourism cap, becoming an official destination for beach weddings offered by P&O Cruises’ Caribbean itineraries. On the heels of the island’s recent global recognition as the region’s leading wedding...

Indian Police Say They Attached $271M in Crypto Linked to OctaFX in “Forex Fraud” Probe

The Indian Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached about “2,385 crore rupees” ($271 million) in its ongoing investigation against OctaFX, which it labels as an “unauthorized forex trading platform,” the money laundering police agency announced...

Spirit Airlines Unveils Top Searched Thanksgiving Destinations

Spirit Airlines travelers are looking to flock to sunshine, beaches and big-city views this Thanksgiving. The airline today released its top 10 most searched destinations on spirit.com for the peak travel period of Nov. 25 through Dec. 1, 2025....

MOUs Promoting Community-based Tourism Signed

From left to right: Ms. Noella Alexander, Secretary of Anse Kawet Crafters, Mrs. Avice James-Louisy, President of Anse Kawet Crafters, Ms. Stephia Hippolyte, Manager for Product & Business Development for The Signature Travel Group Inc., Mr. Louis...

10 allies, US advocate for Taiwan’s participation in ICAO

The US and 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies spoke in favor of Taiwan’s efforts to join the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), at its recent triennial assembly, the foreign ministry said today. The 10 allies, along with the US,...

Two dead, multiple incidents reported over thanksgiving weekend

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has released details of several serious incidents that occurred over the Thanksgiving weekend, including two homicides, a firearm recovery, a police-involved shooting, and a major road traffic collision....

Local crane operator reaches hew heights on Halls of Justice project

A familiar face on Saint Lucia’s construction scene is taking his skills to new heights. Veteran tradesman Douglas Morgan, a Saint Lucian with more than three decades of experience in heavy equipment operations, has officially earned international...

Eve resigns as T&T's Women's head coach

Just two weeks in­to prepa­ra­tion ahead of the Women’s World Cup Qual­i­fiers, which will be­gin next month, re­cent­ly ap­point­ed na­tion­al coach An­gus Eve has re­signed. His res­ig­na­tion, on Sun­day (Oc­to­ber 19) comes fol­low­ing a...

Taylor Hinds opts to represent England after brief stint with Reggae Girlz

Reggae Girl Taylor Hinds has decided to switch her international allegiance back to England, accepting a call-up to represent the Lionesses in two upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Australia later this month. The 26-year-old...

Death Notice - Patricia Hutchinson

Pat went to be with the Lord on October 2, 2025. She was born on November 3, 1943 in Buckley, Washington, second child to Maybelle Julia Gervais and Patrick Fredrick McHugh, which had merged a large French Canadian Catholic family with a large...

10 allies, U.S. advocate for Taiwan's participation in ICAO

Taipei, Oct. 14 (CNA) The United States and 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies spoke in favor of Taiwan's efforts to join the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), at its recent triennial assembly, the foreign ministry said Tuesday. The...

LUCELEC, Ciceron partner to promote healthy local snacks

In a bid to tackle unhealthy snacking and promote environmental sustainability, the Department of Agriculture has launched its Sustainable Snack Initiative at Ciceron Secondary School, backed by St Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC). The...

Sandals, Beaches win 16 World Travel Awards

General managers from Sandals and Beaches resorts celebrate 16 wins, including the coveted title of Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand, at the 32nd Annual World Travel Awards Caribbean and the Americas Gala Ceremony, held at Sandals Grande St Lucian....

Carnival Announces Year-Round Deployment in Mobile, Alabama

Carnival Cruise Line has announced its next wave of 2027-28 deployments, including the return of year-round deployment in Mobile, Alabama, expanding its capacity in the region with a Conquest-class ship sailing from the home port for the first...

UK athletes visit Special Care Baby Unit ahead of historic island challenge

According to the World Health Organization the first 28 days are the most delicate for a newborn with the highest risk of death. Lifesaving equipment to stabilise and treat complications that may arise from infections or preterm birth plays a...

Our link to the Crown is an anachronism that must end

Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Bravo, Tom Keneally, I agree completely with your views on the outdated relationship between...

OECS Commission Congratulates 28 MSMEs on Securing Grants Under the 1st Window 1 Call for Proposals of The Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme – 2nd Call for Proposals for Window 1 Opens October 17, 2025

From OECS Communications The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission extends heartfelt congratulations to the 28 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent & the Grenadineswho have...