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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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Ziggy Marley Makes Acting Debut On Hawaii Five-0

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By NAN ET Writer News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Sat. Feb. 27, 2016: Jamaican-born Ziggy Marley, of Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers fame and...
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Jamaica’s First Female Prime Minister Suffers Stunning Defeat In General Elections

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: Jamaica’s People’s National Party and its first female Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller were last...
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10 Black Caribbean-Born Executives In Top U.S. Posts

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: There is no denying that the Caribbean-born black population in the United States...
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Dancehall’s Sean Paul Back On The Billboard Chart

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By NAN ET Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: Jamaican Grammy-winning dancehall singer Sean Paul is picking up pace again after...
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Best Hotels For Service In The Caribbean

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By NAN Lifestyle Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016:  Service is everything in the travel and tourism sector and several hotels...
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Immigration and Justice Scalia’s Death

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: Anytime a soul departs this world, it is sad and U.S. Supreme...
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The Business Of Tourism: An End To The Tourist Dollar?

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By David Jessop  News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: If you read the Financial Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post...
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Those Sexy “New” Caribbean Dumplings

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By Minna LaFortune News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 26, 2016: Dumplings are a favorite food in Caribbean meals whether boiled, fried or even...
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Jamaican Chef Wins On Food Network’s “Chopped”

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By NAN Staffer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Feb. 25, 2016: A Jamaican-born chef has walked away with the win and the title of...
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The Prisoners Of The Caribbean Base Of Guantanamo, Cuba

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Weds. Feb. 24, 2016: As Republican lawmakers on Tuesday rushed to slam President Obama’s plan to close...

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