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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.

Jamaican Dancehall Singer Releases First Album In Over A Decade

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News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Fri. Jan. 24, 2014: Jamaican dancehall singer Wayne Marshall has released his first album after more than ten years. Tru Colors was released...

Panama’s Copa Airlines Adds Guyana To Its Growing Routes

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News Americas, PANAMA CITY, Panama, Thurs. Jan. 24, 2014: Panama and Guyana will soon be linked by direct flights, thanks to Copa Airlines. The Panama...

Does Rob Ford Feel Jamaican “Cool?”

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Jan. 22, 2014: Seems the entire world wants to be Jamaican now – and not simply because of...

Caribbean Player Helps Denver Broncos Make Super Bowl Finals

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Jan. 19, 2014: Caribbean football fans can get ready to cheer for one of their...

Jamaica’s Bobsled Team Needs $$$ To Make It To Sochi

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. Jan. 19, 2014: Jamaica’s bobsled team is again in the news – this time for qualifying for the...

Family Of Missing Jamaican-American Doctor Turn To Social Media

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Fri. Jan. 17, 2014: The family of missing Jamaican-American doctor, Teleka Cassandra Patrick, are turning to social...

From Golden Globes Win To Academy Awards For Caribbean Briton

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, LOS ANGELES, CA, Fri. Jan. 17, 2014: Caribbean Briton Steve McQueen is in the headlines again. Only days after his...

Singer Jessye Norman To Receive Afuwi Bob Marley Award

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 17, 2014: Five-time Grammy Award winner, opera singer and recitalist Jessye Norman will receive the AFUWI Bob...

More Action Required On Cyber Security In The Caribbean

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By David Jessop  News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. Jan. 17, 2014: Two years ago, I suggested in this column that few Caribbean governments or companies...

U.S. Urged Not To Take Caribbean, Latin America For Granted In...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Thurs. Jan. 16, 2014: Conservative group, The Heritage Foundation, has some New Year advice for the Obama...

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