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Achieve Gender Equality and Empower Women

Address delivered by Ambassador Andrea Bowman to Kaohsiung Senior Girls’ High School December 14, 2020 THE TOPIC which we will discuss today has been ...

March 2, 2021

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This Month in the Security Council – February 2021

The month of February was a busy period at the Security Council with a packed agenda of activities conducted remotely in light of the COVID-19 pandemi...

February 26, 2021

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Red Cross fighting dengue with ‘safe barrel initiative’

The Local Red Cross and Red Crescent Society is spearheading an initiative to reduce the incidence of the deadly dengue fever which has already claime...

February 12, 2021

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Master Drug Delivery provides safe way for patients to access their prescriptions

Need medication delivered from the pharmacy to your home? Dr Michael McMaster and Master Drug Delivery are here to assist. Master Drug Delivery is a s...

February 12, 2021

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Multiple Stresses in St. Vincent and the Grenadines- Ley we do something before something do we!

By Dr Rose-Ann Smith I want to start by stating that I am a Vincentian living in Jamaica and I hold a PhD in Geography. I lecture at the University of...

January 20, 2021

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Specialist sanitizing services now being offered by Jaric

Health, safety and environment company, Jaric St Vincent Ltd, is offering a new specialist disinfection and sanitizing service which uses safe, enviro...

January 15, 2021

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CDL recognizes frontline Nurses

Nurses on the frontline of the battle against Covid-19 and Dengue Fever have been recognized by Coreas Distribution Limited (CDL). During a ceremony t...

December 31, 2020

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This Month in the Security Council –December 2020

The month of December was a busy period in the Security Council with a packed agenda. South Africa held the presidency, and most activities were condu...

December 31, 2020

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Sentencing Guidelines

By Dr. Jason Haynes Deputy Dean (Graduate Studies & Research), Faculty of Law, UWI Cave Hill Campus, Barbados [email protected] I have...

December 23, 2020

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Grade 6 boy rewarded for exemplary service to animals

by Katherine Renton An 11-year-old boy has been recognized for exemplary service to animals after rescuing and caring for two very young kittens that ...

December 11, 2020

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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – President of the United Nations Security Council (November 2020)

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines held its first and only presidency during our tenure on the Security Council during the month of November. Most of th...

November 27, 2020

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Vincentian Election Titans

The announcement that both the Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves and his Deputy Montgomery Daniel will no longer contest general elections following t...

November 27, 2020

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This Month in the Security Council – October 2020

The month of October was a busy period at the Security Council with a packed agenda. Some activities were still conducted remotely considering the COV...

October 30, 2020

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MORE PROGRESS, PROSPERITY, AND DEVELOPMENT AHEAD DESPITE CHALLENGES

[FORMAL GREETINGS!] INTRODUCTION Forty-one years ago, St. Vincent and the Grenadines formally regained its Independence which it had lost in 1763 when...

October 30, 2020

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“I have breast cancer” – What’s next”

by Dr Mavreen Adams (SVG Medical Association) In the realm of malignancies, specifically Breast Cancer, early detection is invaluable for a favourable...

October 23, 2020

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What do you know about breast cancer?

by: Dr Kandé France Have you heard about breast cancer? It is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women. Did you know that breast...

October 16, 2020

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SVG Eye Centre and Blue Hibiscus Optical Celebrate World Sight Day

WORLD SIGHT Day (WSD) is observed annually on the second Thursday in the month of October. WSD is a global event meant to draw attention on blindness ...

October 10, 2020

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This Month in the Security Council – September 2020

The work of the Security Council was conducted remotely during September due to the COVID-19 pandemic and our delegation continued to work closely in ...

October 2, 2020

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Double Prejudice – Racial and Sexual Injustice

by Renwick Rose Caster Semenya is a 29-year old South African athlete, excelling in the middle-distance races, 800 and 1500 metres. Competing at this ...

September 29, 2020

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Salute to Lennox Bowman

by Bro. Junior O. Simmons Former President SVG Police Cooperative Credit Union The name Lennox Bowman is synonymous with the Credit Union Movement loc...

September 29, 2020

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A Salute to Lennox A. Bowman

by Danny-Lee Francis “The best leaders, when the job is done, when the task is accomplished, will hear the people say we have done this ourselves” – L...

September 25, 2020

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Lennox Bowman retires from GECCU

by Melvin R. Edwards, Former Chair/Presidente, World Council of Credit Unions September 16, 2020 Shortly after being elected to the CCCU Board of Dire...

September 25, 2020

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Youlou Radio Movement assists member with house repairs

Water is one of the most useful elements on this planet, but it can also be one of the most destructive forces in the form of floods, tsunamis or torr...

August 21, 2020

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Back to school tips for Parents and teachers in the age of covid-19

by Dr Jose Davy Infectious Disease Specialist If you are like me, and I am sure you are, you are probably surprised to be living a pandemic. Nonethele...

August 21, 2020

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Covid 19 preparedness tips for parents and guardians

Ensure that your child / ward does not have any signs of illness, like a sore throat, cough, flu like symptoms each morning. If your child exhibits an...

August 21, 2020

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Tips for students

Have fun while learning and be creative. Get involved in extracurricular activities such as sports, music or art. Make friends and be kind to all of y...

August 21, 2020

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Back to school tips for parents

Establish a sleep schedule for your child / ward at least one week before the first day of school. This will aid in getting their bodies accustomed to...

August 21, 2020

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How to choose a mask for your child

Should fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face. Should cover the nose and mouth completely. Can be secured with ties at the back of th...

August 21, 2020

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Dental Tips for heading back to school

1. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, using a fluoride toothpaste. Brush after breakfast and last thing at nights. 2. Floss your teeth everyday. F...

August 21, 2020

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Vincentian doctor helping to revolutionize surgery for cancer patients

by Katherine Renton By being among the first doctors in Missouri to perform a complex Whipple procedure robotically and laparoscopically, Vincentian D...

August 7, 2020

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‘I am a happy woman without regrets’ – Jestina Charles

by Katherine Renton Jestina Charles OBE, a force of nature who has dedicated her life to helping others, and who was declared the Regional Unsung Hero...

July 24, 2020

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A Digital Revolution to tackle the effects of Covid-19, fight poverty in Rural Areas

by Manuel Otero, Director General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) Sixteen million family farmers live and work i...

July 7, 2020

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Making #DigitalCaribbean a Reality

by Tahseen Sayed Digital technologies – the internet and other tools to collect and share information digitally – are spreading rapidly. T...

June 30, 2020

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Amateur Radio Operator passes on

By Donald A. De Riggs I write to salute a fallen soldier … Amateur Radio operator, avid table tennis player, driver instructor, Large-Haul Trucker … b...

June 30, 2020

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Preparing for the Hurricane Season in the midst of a pandemic

by Michelle Forbes Director of the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) We have started the hurricane season while the world is facing a ...

June 19, 2020

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COREAS INSURANCE HURRICANE DIASTER PREPARENESS TIPS

While you cannot control when or where a hurricane will hit the best way to minimize potential damage to life and property is to be prepared. 1. Make ...

June 19, 2020

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Building To Code Can Save Your Life…And Your Money

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is a multi-island state with a tropical climate, where January to May is mostly dry and June to December mostly...

June 19, 2020

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Building climate Resilient homes in an era of climatic uncertainty in the Caribbean

by Daniel Campbell Director / Civil Engineer Caribbean Engineering and Design Consultants Ltd (CEDCO) The multi-island Caribbean nation Saint Vincent ...

June 19, 2020

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Take steps to protect your businesses

n Check up on employees, suppliers and vendors as step toward resuming regular business operations. n Create an emergency business response and contin...

June 19, 2020

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Key reminders to save lives in the event of a storm

n Avoid loose or dangling power lines and report them to VINLEC. n Close and board up windows and glass sliding doors. n Create family WhatsApp group ...

June 19, 2020

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WPP delivers Hope and Care packages to needy

The World Pediatric Project has launched WPP COVID-19 Aid, an initiative that would help at least 200 families with “Hope and Care Packages” that cont...

June 19, 2020

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Young Vincentian Artist Dreams Big

by Vakeesha John Romain David, a young, Vincentian man, expresses his passions, skills and outlook on education using the words of Martin Luther King ...

June 16, 2020

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Marcus, Martin, and Minneapolis

The following statement is issued by Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The UWI, President of Universities Caribbean, and Chairman of th...

June 9, 2020

From the Courts, News

Owia nurse cries in court after hearing sentence for cocaine possession

By Kemarlie Durrant A nurse broke down in tears at the Serious Offences Court on February 3, when was slapped with a 2-year, 10-month prison sentence ...

February 3, 2023

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Four held in firearm, ammo discovery at Bower Mountain

A joint operation between members of the Narcotics, Rapid Response, and Special Services Units was conducted in Bower Mountain, Georgetown on Thursday...

February 3, 2023

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Lord Blakie moves from cocaine, says he’s now living for the Lord

Calypsonian Lord Blakie known for such notorious lyrics, ‘take off your panty’ and ‘no more long talk’ has declared that Jesus has changed his life an...

February 3, 2023

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Police constable charged with dangerous driving

A police officer who is a driver attached to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has found himself with a suspended license and a traffic case...

February 3, 2023

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Serious Offences Court now a ‘gun court’ – Chief Magistrate Browne

by Kemarlie Durrant Just one month into the year 2023, and the Serious Offences Court has seen over 10 new gun related charges for the month of Januar...

February 3, 2023

Editorial

Make Public Transportation Next on the Agenda

Now that, at long last, we have seen action to bring order to the streets of Kingstown, especially the market area, and plans to renovate the dilapida...

February 3, 2023

Editorial

Commonwealth Year of Youth – Vincentians encouraged to get involved

Yesterday, at Marlborough House in London, The Commonwealth Secretariat officially launched 2023 as the Commonwealth Year of Youth. The special design...

January 31, 2023

Editorial

Unlicensed guns, homicides and our young men

Concerns continue to be expressed throughout our society about the homicide rate, particularly involving the use of guns. This proliferation of the us...

January 27, 2023

Editorial

SVG aiming high again

On Tuesday, January 24, leaders and representatives of 33 countries of Latin America and the Caribbean will meet in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argen...

January 24, 2023

Editorial

Fight Against NCDs, A National Effort

It was heartening to hear the Minister of Health, in his Budget address place emphasis on the continuing efforts to combat the spread of Non-communica...

January 20, 2023

Our Readers' Opinions

What is the Name of the Heavenly Father?

EDITOR: Are you still searching for that group of true worshippers within whose midst dwells the message of salvation which has descended all the way ...

February 3, 2023

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National Insurance Services and Pension Reform

EDITOR: Currently, the NIS is conducting a public dialogue on pension reform and has expressed concern about the fact that a public servant can become...

February 3, 2023

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Does going to bible school and having a license make one a preacher?

EDITOR: Is going to bible school and having a license make a person a preacher? It is sad that in most cases the answer to this question is YES. I mus...

February 3, 2023

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New Customs Vehicle Import Regime and the Greedy Bill 2.0

EDITOR: Having seen the press release from the Ministry of Finance as it relates to the new import tax regimes for vehicles, I could not stay silent. ...

January 31, 2023

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Supporting the local Productive Sector

EDITOR: There is much that can be done in the choices we make to support the local productive sector. This is a specific mindset that we must adopt if...

January 27, 2023