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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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Caribbean Star Power Shines In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

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BY NAN News Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Oct. 27, 2022: Caribbean star power is definitely shining in the new Marvel Studios'...

ExxonMobil Keeps On Rolling In The Oil In Guyana

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News Americas, HOUSTON, TEXAS, Weds. Oct. 26, 2022: ExxonMobil keeps on rolling in the oil in the South American CARICOM nation of Guyana. The company...
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British Caribbean Diaspora Reacts To PM Rishi Sunak

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BY NAN News Writer News Americas, LONDON, England, Tues. 25, 2022: The British Caribbean Diaspora is among those around the globe reacting to the...
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Son Of Immigrants To Make History As British PM of Many...

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BY NAN News Writer News Americas, LONDON, England, Mon. 24, 2022: On Diwali 2022, many in the Indian diaspora have reacted with pride and...
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Haiti – Where Rape Is Used By Gangs To Instill Fear

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Oct. 19, 2022: “In the afternoon of July 7, 2022, Rose, a mother of four...
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Guyanese Will Soon Be Able To Travel To The UK Without...

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Oct. 18, 2022: The Guyana passport is likely to be more in demand as the...
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A Jamaica National Honor For Emmy-Winning Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Oct. 17, 2022: Emmy-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, a Jamaican American, was today awarded with...

What Free Speech? Jamaica Bans Some Music And TV Shows

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Oct. 13, 2022: Jamaica’s broadcasting regulator is being criticized of moving to curb free speech...
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Caribbean American Actor From ‘Roots’ Dead At 92

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Oct. 12, 2022: Austin Stoker, the Caribbean-American actor best known for his role as Virgil...
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Google Doodle Celebrates Caribbean Roots Tito Puente

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By NAN Staff Writer NEWS AMERICAS, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. Oct. 11, 2022: Google Doodle today is celebrating the late Puerto Rico roots  “Nuyorican” musician...

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