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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.

Immigrant Police Officer Laid To Rest

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Sun. Jan. 4, 2015: China-born immigrant New York police officer Wenjian Liu was laid to...

20 Years Of Misery For West Indies Cricket

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By Charles Wilkin News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Dec. 31, 2014: 2015 will bring a significant but painful anniversary for West Indies cricket. It...

Wounds of The Soul

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  By  Dr. Isaac Newton   News Americas, ATLANTA, GA, Tues. Dec. 30. 2014: Just when 2014 was coming to an uneventful close, Caribbean Heads of Government...

The Naughty & Nice Immigration List of 2014

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  By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Dec. 26, 2014: It’s that time of year when people make assessments on their accomplishments...

Guyanese Former Cop Among Hundreds Paying Tribute To Slain NYPD Officers

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News Americas, WASHINGTON, DC, Weds. Dec. 24, 2014: Former Guyana-born cop and singer, Cliff Joseph, was among hundreds who gathered...

Jamaican National Jailed For Fake U.S. Passport

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News Americas, PHILADELPHIA, PA, Tues. Dec. 23, 2014: A 42-year-old Jamaican national will spend the next eight months in prison followed by three years...

Fundamental Challenges Face US And Cuba In Seeking Détente

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By David Jessop News Americas, LONDON, England, Tues. Dec. 23, 2014: On December 16, something quite extraordinary happened. President Obama and President Castro spoke on...

Call For Peace As Relatives Mourn Slain Puerto Rico Origin NYPD...

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News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Mon. Dec. 22, 2014: The Puerto Rican origin family of slain NYPD Officer Rafael Ramos yesterday called for peace and forgiveness as...

Legendary Jamaican Jazz Musician Monty Alexander Returns With A Holiday...

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Dec. 19, 2014:  In what has now become a holiday tradition at Washington, D.C.’s most jazz club, Grammy and...

While Poor Undocumented Struggle For Legal Status, The Rich Simply Buy...

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Dec. 19, 2014: Whoever said ‘money doesn't’ bring you happiness’ certainly was most likely never...

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