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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.

Celebrating Caribbean Culture and Global Connections

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

Former Catholic Priest Jailed For Sexual Abuse Of DR Boys

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News Americas, LONDON, England, Mon. Mar. 30, 2015: A former Polish priest accused of sexually abusing boys in the Dominican Republic and in Poland...

Guyana Election Countdown – I Fear for Vanessa Kissoon’s life

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By Dr. David Hinds News Americas, PHOENIX, Arizona, Sat. Mar. 28, 2015:  I write in solidarity with Vanessa Kissoon, a professional teacher and a regional...

Gay Activists Interrupt Jamaica PM’s Diaspora Launch In NYC

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Mar. 27, 2015: Gay rights activists interrupted the 6th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference launch in NYC yesterday where Jamaica’s...

The GOP’s Demographic Reality According To Ayres

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Mar. 27, 2015: I did not need to write a book about it but I’ve...

The Summit Of The Americas And Venezuela

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  By David Jessop News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. Mar. 27, 2015:  In a few weeks’ time President Obama will make a one day visit to...

Former St. Kitts/Nevis Prime Minister Threatens Lawsuit

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News Americas, BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, Weds. Mar. 25, 2015: Former St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Denzil Douglas is threatening to sue two...

The Voice & Idol Winners For Brooklyn Performance

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News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Weds. Mar. 25, 2015: On Saturday, April 11, 2015, tri-state area music lovers will get the opportunity to see two...

National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica Plays Brooklyn

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  Photo and Story by Roland Hyde News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Tues. Mar....

Haitian American Designed UN Memorial To Slavery To Be Unveiled

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Mar. 24, 2015: The eighth International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade...

Reggae Singer Shaggy Now Ambassador Of Jamaica Diaspora Conference

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News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Tues. Mar. 24, 2015: Jamaican international reggae superstar Orville ‘Shaggy’ Burrell is officially an Ambassador of the 6th Biennial Jamaica...

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