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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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US Burns Weed In This Caribbean Nation

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News Americas, BELIZE CITY, Belize, Tues. Nov. 10, 2015: Weed may be legal in some U.S. states, but the federal government is doing its...

Context Is Everything In Venezuela’s Changing Relationship With CARICOM

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  David Jessop News Americas, LONDON, England, Tues. Nov. 10, 2015: As with so much in politics it is often what is not seen, said or...
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Light: Listen, Learn Love – The Essence of Diwali

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By Annan Boodram News Americas, BRONX, NY, Tues. Nov. 10, 2015: Harking back to Diwali during childhood days in Guyana, one recalls a celebration that...

Jamaica’s Legendary International Master Pianist For LA Performance

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Nov. 9 2015: Jamaica's legendary award-winning international master pianist, Monty Alexander, fresh from a tour of Japan, will...
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300 Plus Cuban Migrants Sent Packing In Weeks

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Fri. Nov. 6, 2015: In just six week, over 300 Cuban migrants have been sent packing out...
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Rural Caribbean Tourism: A New Opportunity?

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  Jarabacoa in La Vega province in the DR.By David Jessop News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. Nov. 6, 2015: One of my abiding memories of travelling...
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As The Son Of Immigrants Rises, Immigration Takes A Back Seat

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Nov. 6, 2015: A new Monmouth University poll released Monday shows that Cuban-American Republican Presidential hopeful,...
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This Guyana-National Is Now A Senator

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, BROOKLYN, NY, Thurs. Nov. 5, 2015: A Guyana-born freshman politician is now a New York State Senator. Roxanne Jacqueline Persaud,...

This Caribbean Icon Remains “Alive” On Richest Dead Celebrities List

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By NAN ET Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Nov. 5, 2015: A Caribbean music icon who has been dead for 34 years remains...

Former UN General Assembly President Now Under House Arrest

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Nov. 4, 2015: John Ashe, the Antigua-born former President of the UN General Assembly, is...

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