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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.

Responding To The Rise And Rise Of Cuba’s Tourism

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By David Jessop News Americas, LONDON, England, Fri. May 5, 2017: When the former US President, Barack Obama, announced that he was easing travel restrictions...
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8 Things You Should Know About Puerto Rico’s Bankruptcy Filing

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By NAN Business Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. May 4, 2017: The Caribbean US territory of Puerto Rico on Wednesday filed for...

Canada Warns Its Citizens About Travel To 8 Caribbean Nations

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Weds. May 3, 2017: The scourge of crime in some Caribbean nations has led the Canadian government to...
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Rihanna Steals The Show Again At MET Gala 2017

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 2, 2017: There is no denying Bajan star Rihanna is a style icon. The singer turned actress...
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See Trinidad Rapper Nicki Minaj At The MET Gala

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 2, 2017: Bajan star Rihanna arrived at 8:28 p.m  at the May Day 2017 MET Gala Monday...
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This Caribbean Nation Has Had 170 Murders In 121 Days

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By NAN Contributor News Americas, PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, Tues. May 2, 2017: The oil rich nation of Trinidad & Tobago is well on its way to...
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That Fyre Festival, White Privilege And Brand Caribbean

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By NAN Editorial Team News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. May 1, 2017: The now failed Fyre festival, promoted as an “exclusive weekend getaway” by...
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These Caribbean Athletes Shone Brightly At Penn Relays 2017

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By NAN Sports Editor News Americas, PHILADELPHIA, PA, Sun. April 28, 2017: The sun shone as brightly as the Caribbean athletes who excelled at the...
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Meet The D.C. Firms Paid By Caribbean Governments To Lobby On...

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By NAN Staff Writers News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Fri. April 28, 2017: Several D.C. firms earned some big money in late 2015 to early 2016...
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Caribbean & Latin America Week In Photos

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY,  Fri. April 28, 2017: Here are some of the major stories in photos making headlines in the Caribbean and Latin...

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