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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.

Jamaica’s Women Emerge The Victors In The US Vs. The...

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News Americas, PHILADELPHIA, PA, Saturday, April 25, 2015: Jamaica’s women emerged the victors of the US Vs. The World Women 4x400 meters showdown at...

This Caribbean First Lady Now Wants To Be Senator

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 24, 2015: The wife of a Caribbean head of state now has declared senatorial ambitions. Sophia Martelly, first...

Deported For Attempted Murder

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News Americas, BRASILIA, Brazil, Fri. April 24, 2015:  A 24-year-old Brazilian man wanted for attempted aggravated murder has been deported to his South American...

Guatemalans Nabbed For Sex Trafficking, Human Smuggling

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News Americas, GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, Fri. April 24, 2015: Three Guatemalans who allegedly ran a human smuggling and trafficking ring have been iced. Edwin Obdulio...

ISIS-Bound Jamaican Teen Freed

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  News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Thurs. April 23, 2015: A 16-year-old Jamaican boy who was sent back to his homeland after being detained in Suriname...

Guyanese Roots Actor Is “Othello” In Daring All-Female Cast

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News Americas, QUEENS, NY, Thurs. April 23, 2015: A Minnesota-born female actor with Guyanese roots is earning rave reviews for bringing the Shakespearian character...

NYS Governor Returns To US After Historic Cuba Visit

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News Americas, HAVANA, Cuba, Weds. April 22, 2015: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and members of the NYS Trade Mission yesterday returned to the US...

This Caribbean Island Is Travelers Top Choice

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. April 22, 2015: A Caribbean island that is home to just 23,769 people and is a common migration...

Guyanese Busted With Cocaine In Girdle At JFK

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  News Americas, JAMAICA, N.Y., Tues. April 21, 2015:  A Guyanese national now faces federal narcotics smuggling charges after being busted at the JFK Airport...

Bahamians Journey To The North Pole

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News Americas, NASSAU, Bahamas, Tues. April 21, 2015: Two Bahamians have made the history by becoming the first Bahamians to ever journey to the...

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