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Caribbean Islands & Diaspora Stories

Discover rich narratives and in-depth features on the Caribbean islands and their vibrant global diaspora. From cultural heritage to modern-day achievements, News Americas Now connects the past, present, and future of the region.

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Our features highlight the people, traditions, and milestones shaping the Caribbean identity—both at home and in communities abroad.

This Jamaican-Japanese Tried To Chase Down Usain Bolt

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                      By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, RIO, Brazil, Sat. Aug. 20, 2016: Look closely at this picture - at the man in the pink uniform...

The Kudos Pour In For Usain Bolt Including From Team USA

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, RIO, Brazil, Fri. Aug. 19, 2016: Guts, glory and Bolt! That about sums up the second historic win by...

This Caribbean Nation Has Had 285 Murders So Far This Year

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                    By NAN Contributor News Americas, PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Aug. 19, 2016: The twin-island Republic of Trinidad & Tobago continues to see a rise in its murder...
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Twelve Of The Sexiest Moments From Caribbean And Caribbean-Roots Athletes At...

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                        Compiled By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 19, 2016: When it comes to Olympic athletes the world over, there is...
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From Instagram Comedian To Movie Producer – This Caribbean Son Has...

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                      By NAN ET Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 19, 2016: A Caribbean Diaspora national who has moved from musician to DJ to...
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When Trump’s Stereotyping Gets Practiced By US Immigration

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                      By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 19, 2016: While many - myself included – frown, chastise, deride and scoff at...
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How To Solve The Caribbean’s De-Risking Crisis? – A Commonwealth Perspective

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                      By NAN Business Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 19, 2016: As the Caribbean continues to battle with the issue of de-risking –...
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Trinidad & Tobago-Born Athlete Wins Gold For The U.S.

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                    By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, RIO, Brazil, Thurs. Aug. 19, 2016: A Trinidad & Tobago-born athlete has claimed gold for the United States in...
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Meet The Jamaican Who Just Landed Japan Into The Men’s 4×100...

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                                  By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, RIO, Brazil, Thurs. Aug. 18, 2016: He is noticeable because he is the only black man on the Japanese...
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Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson Bags 8th Gold For Caribbean At Rio 2016

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                          By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, RIO, Brazil, Weds. Aug. 17, 2016: Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson proved she is not only the best 100-m women’s champ...

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