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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.

Reggae To Kick Off 50th West Indian American Carnival Weekend

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  By NAN ET Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Aug. 31, 2017: The 50th anniversary celebration of the New York West Indian American Day...
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Social Media Group Formed In Defense Of Radical Jamaican Cleric –...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Aug. 30, 2017: Two days after radical Jamaican Muslim cleric Sheikh Abdullah el-Faisal was...
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Guyanese Roots Tennis Player Advances At US Open – A NAN...

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By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, FLUSHING, NY, Tues. Aug. 29, 2017: A tennis pro whose roots extend to the South American CARICOM nation of...
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Caribbean Immigrants Among Texans Grappling With Flooding

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Aug. 28, 2017: Caribbean born nationals who call Texas home are among those grappling with the after effects...
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West Indian Carnival, J’Ouvert Racist Crime Bet Thread Returns To Cop...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 25, 2017: It’s back! For another year a thread has surfaced on an Internet...
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Caribbean-American Councilmember Assailed In Racist Thread On Cop Message Board –...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 25, 2017: A thread on an Internet message board frequented by current and past...
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This New Caribbean Hotel Will Celebrate The Art Of ‘Liming’

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By NAN Travel Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 25, 2017: In Caribbean parlance, ‘liming’ refers largely to the art of doing nothing....
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Caribbean Entertainment Report – West Indian Day Carnival Turns 50 But...

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By NAN ET Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Aug. 25, 2017: In a matter of 9 days, the West Indian American Day Carnival...

These Caribbean Nations Are Eyeing A Black Gold Future

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By NAN Business Editor News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Thurs. Aug. 24, 2017: Oil fever exploration seems to be sweeping the Caribbean suddenly with some...
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Montserrat Born Teen Dies After Collapsing During Football Practice

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, BRONX, NY, Weds. Aug. 23, 2017: A 14-year-old  born Montserrat immigrant is dead after collapsing during football practice at...

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