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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.

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Our features highlight the people, traditions, and milestones shaping the Caribbean identity—both at home and in communities abroad.

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From Wildcard Pick To Second Runner-Up – 10 Things To Know...

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News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Mon. Nov. 27, 2017: Miss Jamaica Universe 2017, Davina Bennett, on Sunday night stormed her way from wild card pick...
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Haitians For Trump Thanks President Even As Administration Ends TPS

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News Americas, MIAMI, FL, Weds. Nov. 22, 2017: Some 60,000 Haitian immigrants were on Monday told to prepare to get out by July 22,...
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Guess How Much The EU Has Pledged To The Hurricane Impacted...

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Nov. 22, 2017: Guess how much cash the European Union has pledged to the hurricane ravaged Caribbean...
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Caribbean Entertainment Round-Up – Another Non-Jamaican Group Grabs The Top Spot...

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Nov. 22, 2017: For yet another week, a non-Jamaican reggae group has grabbed the top spot on the...
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Why Trump Should Listen To The Cleveland Federal Reserve President

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By Felicia J. Persaud News Americas, Weds. Nov. 22, 2017: It’s already another Thanksgiving, which ushers in another season of dreams, wishes and miracles. My wish...
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Caribbean Sports Round-Up – Call Him Coach Bolt!

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. 22, 2017: From World’s Fastest Man, to Speed Officer to retired Triple Olympian – Jamaica’s Usain St. Leo...
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Caribbean Entertainment – 10 Things To Know About The Ninja Man...

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News Americas, MIAMI, Fl, Tues. Nov. 21, 2017: Popular Jamaican dancehall deejay and actor, Ninja Man, born Desmond Ballentine, known for his controversial and...
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Jamaica Needs Constitutional Change To Allow Diaspora To Vote & Run...

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By NAN Staff Writer News Americas, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Mon. Nov. 20, 2017: Jamaica’s ninth Prime Minister, Andrew M. Holness, says Jamaica needs to reconfigure...
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Jamaican Born Soldier’s Death Under Investigation

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News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Mon. Nov. 20, 2017: The cause of death of a Jamaican born US soldier remains under investigation, six days after...

Caribbean Sports Round-Up – Bribery In Soccer On Trial In A...

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Nov. 17, 2017: The trial of three former top South American football officials Jose Maria Marin, the former...

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