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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.

President Obama Declares June National Caribbean American Heritage Month

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 By NAN Staffer News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Weds. June 1, 2016:  As Caribbean American groups across the country are making plans to mark the 10th...
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Caribbean Week In NYC Precedes Caribbean American Heritage Month In The...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 31, 2016: The 11th Caribbean American Heritage Month across the U.S. begins officially tomorrow,...
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What’s Next For Haitian Lieutenant Whose Crying Photo Went Viral?

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Mon. May 30, 2016: On Memorial Day Weekend, the photo of Haitian-born Lt. Alix Idrache with tears...
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Barbados Prime Minister Conferred With Guyana’s Second Highest National Award

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  News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Fri. May 27, 2016: The days of the “Guyana bench” and immigration tensions between Barbados and Guyana were forgotten Thursday,...
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St. Lucia Roots Former NFL Player Wants To Run In The...

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By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 27, 2016: A former NFL running back whose roots run to the Caribbean island...
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10 Facts About The New American Voting Bloc In The United...

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 27, 2016: There is no denying that the electoral power which the Immigrant or...
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The Number One Landmark In The World Is In South America

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By NAN Lifestyle Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 27, 2016: Travelers have voted a South American historic site as the number one...
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NCIS NOLA Actress In Guyana For 50th Independence Celebration

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Thurs. May 26, 2016: The CARICOM, South American nation of Guyana marks its golden jubilee of independence today...
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These Caribbean Nations Are Battling With Large Numbers Of Diabetes Cases

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. May 25, 2016: Vice-Chancellor of the University of the West Indies, Sir Hilary Beckles, recently...
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Violence Against Women Especially Bad In These Caribbean Nations

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Tues. May 24, 2016: Violence against women continues to be a severe problem in several Caribbean nations, the...

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