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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.

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This Caribbean Roots Player Has Made The Quarter-Finals Of The U.S....

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, FLUSHING, NY, Mon. Sept. 5, 2016: There are no Caribbean-born players left in the U.S. Open but a Caribbean roots...
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Hero’s Welcome Home For First Turks & Caicos Olympian

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos, Sun. Sept. 4, 2016: Turks & Caicos islanders threw an island-wide party in TCI...
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Not Even Flip Flopping Can Save You Now Donald!

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                    By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, Fri. Sept. 2, 2016: Well, well! The Donald has finally woken up from his xenophobic slumber to the blistering...
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A Not So Famous Casual Dining Chain In The Caribbean

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                    By NAN Travel & Lifestyle Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 2, 2016: When it comes to casual dining chains in the Caribbean,...

Travelers To The Caribbean Forecast To Shell Out The Big Bucks...

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                    By NAN Business Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 2, 2016: Travelers to the Caribbean are forecast to be spending more this year...

NYPD’s Own Stats Show Recent Brooklyn Labor Day Weekend Less Violent

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                    By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Fri. Sept. 2, 2016: Say Labor Day weekend in Brooklyn and every single crime that occurs –...
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Indo-Caribbean Art Form Set To Add To The Rhythms Of The...

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                    By NAN ET Editor News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Fri. Sept. 2, 2016: Say tassa drumming and those familiar with the Indian art form brought by...
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Reggae Kick-Off For New York’s West Indian American Day Carnival

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                        By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Sept. 1, 2016: North America’s biggest carnival, the New York Caribbean Carnival, will have a...
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Some Of New York’s Finest Again Voice Hate For West Indian...

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                        A NAN First News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Aug. 31, 2016: Its New York Caribbean Carnival time in Brooklyn, NY again and some of...
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Cigarette Smoking Prevalent Among Latin American Immigrants In U.S.

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                By NAN Contributor News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Weds. Aug. 31, 2016: Despite a significant decline in overall adult cigarette smoking in the U.S., the habit...

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