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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.

Sneezing & Ebola

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News Americas, GENEVA, Switzerland, Weds. Oct. 8, 2016: The World Health Organization is trying to quell concern when it comes to the transmission of...

New Global Energy Changes Could Impact Caribbean

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By David Jessop  News Americas, LONDON, England, Weds. Oct. 8, 2014: No one should be in any doubt: the world’s energy balance is changing rapidly...

‘Baby Doc’ Duvalier’s Funeral For Saturday?

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News Americas, PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, Weds. Oct. 8, 2014: Haitian dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier, known as "Baby Doc," will reportedly be laid to rest on Saturday,...

Former Puerto Rico Police Sergeant Pleads Guilty To Robbery

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News Americas, SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Weds. Oct. 8, 2014: He took an oath to uphold the law but instead a 49-year-old former sergeant...

More Harm Than Good – The US ‘War On Drugs’ In...

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By Laura Chapman  News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Weds. Oct. 8, 2014: U.S. policy regarding drugs in Latin America has tended to be pursued with the typical bravura, loud bangs,...

Trinidadian Geoffrey Holder Dances Off Into Eternity

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News Americas, NEW YORK,  NY, Tues. Oct. 6, 2014: Trinidadian-born dancer, choreographer and actor Geoffrey Holder, danced his last dance on Sunday night in Manhattan...

Lone Caribbean Athlete Nominated For 2014 World Athlete of the Year

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News Americas, LONDON, England, Tues. Oct. 7, 2014: Only one Caribbean athlete has made this year’s nominees for the 2014 World Athlete of the...

Guyana Again Urged – Pass That Anti-Money Laundering Bill

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News Americas, CASTRIES, St. Lucia, Tues. Oct. 7, 2014:  Guyana’s government is being urged to urgently comply with international financial standards and pass the...

‘Baby Doc’s’ Dead But Fight For Justice Will Go On

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News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Mon. Oct. 6, 2014: Haitian-born president turned dictator, Jean-Claude ‘Baby Doc’ Duvalier, will soon be six feet under, taking with...

Three Busted In Jamaica Telemarketing Scheme

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News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Mon. Oct. 6, 2014: Three Jamaican nationals and residents of South Florida are currently behind bars after being charged separately...

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