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PAHO urges vigilance as dengue remains a threat in the Americas

Dec 11, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Wednesday 11 December, 2024 at 9:20 AM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – THE Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) continues to stress the need for vigilance as the Americas face outbreaks of transmissible diseases, including dengue, Oropouche fever, and avian influenza (H5N1). During a press conference yesterday (Dec. 10) in Washington, D.C., PAHO released statistics on the impact of these diseases across the Americas region. Dengue...
Grenada and Bahamas deny plans to accept deportees

Dec 6, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Friday 6 December, 2024 at 9:53 PM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – GOVERNMENT officials in Grenada and the Bahamas have strongly refuted an NBC News report claiming that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has shortlisted several Caribbean territories to accept deportees once he assumes office. Trump, who was elected in November, campaigned heavily on mass deportation of individuals who entered the U.S. illegally. He has vowed to initiate...
Government could soon implement stricter security at major sporting facilities

Dec 3, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > SPORTS Posted: Tuesday 3 December, 2024 at 10:11 AM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – IN response to recent incidents of vandalism at sports facilities, the government is considering implementing stricter security measures across major grounds on the island. Sports Minister Samal Duggins hinted at these plans during an interview with SKNVIbes Sports, where he discussed ongoing upgrades at the Conaree Sporting Complex, including the construction of a new...
US imposes more sanctions on individuals linked to Venezuelan Government

Nov 27, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Wednesday 27 November, 2024 at 5:49 PM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts — THE United States Treasury Department has intensified its measures against individuals closely associated with Nicolás Maduro's administration in Venezuela, announcing additional sanctions and visa restrictions. Since the controversial July 2024 general elections, the U.S. and its allies have increased pressure on the Maduro regime to release the full election results,...
US continues support for Venezuelan opposition

Nov 22, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – Months after Venezuela’s contentious elections, the United States remains steadfast in recognizing opposition candidate Edmundo González as the President-elect of the economically beleaguered South American nation. Following the July elections, the U.S. has supported the exiled leader amid widespread calls for transparency.
Modi and CARICOM discuss mutual benefits

Nov 21, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Thursday 21 November, 2024 at 2:17 PM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts—THE Caribbean Community (CARICOM) continues to strengthen its long-standing relationship with India, as both parties seek to enhance collaboration across critical sectors. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with regional leaders on Wednesday (Nov. 20) during the India-CARICOM Summit in Guyana. The discussions focused on key areas of mutual interest, including...
Feminist group calls for fairness for women as Trump prepares to take office

Nov 11, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

WASHINGTON, DC – FOLLOWING the recent election of Donald Trump as the next President of the United States, concerns have been raised by several groups that his administration may pursue critical campaign promises affecting women's rights, immigration, and other significant issues.
Tourism officials upbeat about breaking 1 million cruise arrivals

Nov 3, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Sunday 3 November, 2024 at 5:32 PM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts— FOLLOWING a somewhat slow cruise season by pre-pandemic standards, the Federation is projecting to reach 1 million cruise passenger arrivals by the end of the season. Marsha Henderson, Minister of Tourism, shared this projection during her recent press conference, where she informed the media and stakeholders that this would represent a double-digit increase over the...
IMFcalls for Caribbean Governments to implement climate strategies

Oct 25, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Friday 25 October, 2024 at 2:35 PM By: Jermine Abel at the IMF/World Bank, SKNVibes.com WASHINGTON, DC – CARIBBEAN islands remain highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, and securing financing for rebuilding efforts is often a difficult process, frequently leaving these nations burdened with high levels of debt. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged governments in the region to incorporate “mitigation and adaptation” strategies into their...
PAM Leader criticises Prime Minister over CBI speech

Oct 22, 2024 | sknvibes.com | Jermine Abel

Home > Headlines > NEWS Posted: Tuesday 22 October, 2024 at 8:41 PM By: Jermine Abel, SKNVibes.com BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – LEADER of the People’s Action Movement (PAM), Natasha Grey-Brookes, has criticised Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew for what she described as an empty speech on economic diversification. In a recent national address, the Prime Minister attempted to reassure citizens about efforts to shift the economy away from its reliance on the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme,...