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Am I part of the problem or solution?
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Am I part of the problem or solution?
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March 5, 2024
Editor: Many have thrown common sense and policy out the door and reverted to management by their whims and fancy. Consequently, they have become part...
Love is Love- or is it not?
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Love is Love- or is it not?
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March 1, 2024
EDITOR: In many countries of the western world, the month of February is dedicated to the concept of Love. The expression “Love is Love” probably orig...
The Soufriére access road
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The Soufriére access road
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March 1, 2024
EDITOR: The road to La Soufriere is the primary access point to what many (tourists and locals alike) consider to be the islands pre-eminent tourist a...
In these last days Christians must shine
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In these last days Christians must shine
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March 1, 2024
EDITOR: The crimes, and in particular the murders, continue to climb at an alarming rate. The first murder was committed in the garden of Eden and it ...
Utilise Alumni Power for Secondary School Advancement
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Utilise Alumni Power for Secondary School Advancement
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February 23, 2024
EDITOR: Historically, education institutions have established alumni associations essentially for the purpose of past students to maintain links with ...
Addressing the thistles to reap the harvest
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Addressing the thistles to reap the harvest
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February 23, 2024
EDITOR: Notwithstanding the declaration of our constitution that we are a democratic state founded on the belief in the supremacy of Jehovah God the C...
Some thoughts on Tourism
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Some thoughts on Tourism
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February 23, 2024
Editor: We use our pension fund to build hotels and invite foreigners to run them? But is it worth it? As an investment can pensioners expect reasonab...
Negligence by some cops and emboldened acts unacceptable conduct- connecting the dots
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Negligence by some cops and emboldened acts unacceptable conduct- connecting the dots
Christina 
February 19, 2024
You hear it all the time, the increasing number of unsolved murders is contributing to the increase in homicides committed in SVG. Occasionally we are...
Drivers need to exercise better care on the roads
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Drivers need to exercise better care on the roads
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February 16, 2024
EDITOR: The cell phones and over speeding as they relate to driving is fast becoming a norm for many drivers. Far too often we see drivers talking on ...
An unwarranted attack on the Warden of the Kingstown Board
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An unwarranted attack on the Warden of the Kingstown Board
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February 16, 2024
EDITOR: I listened recently to an incompetent radio disc jockey who frequently makes hollow and foolish comments on matters about which he has little ...
Vengeance belongs to the Lord….
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Vengeance belongs to the Lord….
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February 16, 2024
EDITOR: The reaction of villagers in Rose Hall and throughout our nation following the murder of a baby allegedly by a close relative has shown us muc...
The failings of Flow
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The failings of Flow
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February 9, 2024
EDITOR: Flow provides me with internet, landline, and a set number of TV channels, for which l pay them on a regular monthly basis. For some time now,...
Parking space woes in Kingstown
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Parking space woes in Kingstown
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February 9, 2024
EDITOR: With the moving of the Little Tokyo bus terminal to the Geest shed as a temporary move, this will definitely add to the existing drama of park...
SVG Budget  Debate Finance, my input
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SVG Budget Debate Finance, my input
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February 9, 2024
EDITOR: The focus appears to be on spending without accountability. The finance department should be the most up to date among all the ministries beca...
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Cricket, lovely cricket
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February 2, 2024
EDITOR: Cricket lovely cricket. Prior to the last test match where West Indies won Australia in Australia, many persons had lost interest in West Indi...
Needing to reshape our agriculture policy and practices
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Needing to reshape our agriculture policy and practices
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February 2, 2024
EDITOR: Although we are blessed with rich resources, our production is low due to poor management and insecurity. Having described our country as “a p...
Beyond the Boundary: The Value of West Indian Cricket
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Beyond the Boundary: The Value of West Indian Cricket
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February 2, 2024
by Dr Garrey Michael Dennie Last week, for the first time since 1997, the West Indies cricket team defeated Australia in a test match in Australia. Bi...
The Climate change story
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The Climate change story
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February 2, 2024
Editor: Paul: Oh gorsh, why vincy extremely hot? This heat is not normal, what ah go on in vincy? Jessica: I can tell you what is going on “climate ch...
A Warning to the Nations
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A Warning to the Nations
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January 30, 2024
Editor: A burden was given me to be a watchman for the nation so I am asking for your help to get this message to them. They are human, and they will ...
My contribution to our tourism development debate
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My contribution to our tourism development debate
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January 30, 2024
Editor: The Minister of Tourism, having failed to outline the plans for this vital sector, we are filling the vacuum. The task is made more difficult ...
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My desire for 2024
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January 19, 2024
Editor: We are now fully into the New Year. Many persons make new year resolutions only to break them. Its my prayer and that of the vast majority of ...
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Bring the organised goat thieves to justice
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January 16, 2024
According to Google, Organized crime is a continuing criminal enterprise that rationally works to profit from illicit activities that are often in gre...
Cutting down our ‘Breadfruit’ tree
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Cutting down our ‘Breadfruit’ tree
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January 12, 2024
EDITOR: In the days of Ronny Clouden and Nathan Daniel, the wanton indiscriminate cutting down of trees was prohibited. Anyone who dared to defy the r...
South Africa begins Court Case against Israel for  Palestinian genocide
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South Africa begins Court Case against Israel for Palestinian genocide
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January 12, 2024
by Renwick Rose Yesterday, (Thursday), the Republic of South Africa put forward its case against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ...
In 2024 SVG should commit to greater protection of human rights
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In 2024 SVG should commit to greater protection of human rights
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January 9, 2024
Editor: In 2024, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines should commit to greater protection of human rights. Through a number of domestic and international ...
Budget Amendment
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Budget Amendment
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January 9, 2024
Editor: This year, the appeal case is expected to be heard for the teachers, police, nurses and civil servants and others who were fired because they ...
Some workers’ benefits needs to be revised
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Some workers’ benefits needs to be revised
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January 9, 2024
Editor: We are now in 2024. I take this opportunity to wish each and everyone a prosperous and productive new year. It is customary for persons to mak...
The Transformative Power of Music in Mental Well-Being
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The Transformative Power of Music in Mental Well-Being
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January 9, 2024
EDITOR: An upbeat single by one of the major female Soca voices, Patrice Roberts, recently revealed her ongoing battle with anxiety. The release of he...
Unscrupulous behaviour threatens fabric of society
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Unscrupulous behaviour threatens fabric of society
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January 5, 2024
Editor: All modern economies seem to run very well on trust and goodwill. However, many are breaking that trust seeming to think that they are outsmar...
Recommendations to resolve crime
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Recommendations to resolve crime
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January 5, 2024
Editor: It goes without saying that crime is not a novelty. It’s a menace that has plagued society since time immemorial, Genesis 4:8. Unfortunately, ...
Thank you and keep up the good work
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Thank you and keep up the good work
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December 29, 2023
Editor: Season’s Greetings !!!! Many thanks to the newspapers for publishing the thoughts and ideas of so many of us in 2023. These are challenging ti...
Our Gratitude to ‘Bonnie’ and the Browne Family
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Our Gratitude to ‘Bonnie’ and the Browne Family
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December 29, 2023
Editor: One of our first acts of 2024 would be to pay tribute to and bury yet another of our cultural stalwarts, “Bonnie” Browne of musical fame, lead...
Ralph Gonsalves, The Peacemaker  – ‘Blessed are the peacemakers’
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Ralph Gonsalves, The Peacemaker – ‘Blessed are the peacemakers’
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December 22, 2023
by Dr Garrie Michael Dennie Last week, the Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr the Honourable Ralph Gonsalves accomplished a feat with...
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Am I a thief?
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December 22, 2023
by Anthony G. Stewart, PhD Am I a thief if … I live in a dwelling place and my spouse and children are homeless, I eat well but my family is hungry, I...
Estimates and Budget – Homework assignment for Parliamentarians
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Estimates and Budget – Homework assignment for Parliamentarians
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December 22, 2023
EDITOR: It is that time of the year again when our parliamentarians go to the house of assembly to talk about money. The debate is usually broadcast o...
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A not so merry Christmas: Navigating legal disappointment in pursuit of good
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December 22, 2023
EDITOR: As we approach the festive season, a time meant for joy, giving, and reflection, it is disheartening to share a tale that contrasts sharply wi...
Transportation
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Transportation
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December 19, 2023
Editor: Adequate transportation is one of the engines of our economy. Movement by land, sea, and air helps us get from one place to another and facili...
SVG should invest in HIV preventative medication – PrEP
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SVG should invest in HIV preventative medication – PrEP
Webmaster 
December 19, 2023
Editor: Recently, very concerning news broke of increased HIV infections amongst young people in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG). Today, though th...
Essential pillars for a healthy, happy home
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Essential pillars for a healthy, happy home
Webmaster 
December 15, 2023
Editor: The home plays an important role in the development of an individual. The rise in homicides and other crimes is not just the responsibility of...
On whose advice was the decision made?
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On whose advice was the decision made?
Webmaster 
December 15, 2023
Editor: If the meeting which has been scheduled to be held here in St Vincent and the Grenadines, between the leaders of Guyana and Venezuela Is a ser...
“Blessed are the Peacemakers”
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“Blessed are the Peacemakers”
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December 15, 2023
Editor: …That is how I prefer the world to see our small but outstanding country, the ‘Geneva’ of the Caribbean, the ‘peacemakers of this planet’. I p...
Taiwan works with SVG in combating climate change
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Taiwan works with SVG in combating climate change
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December 15, 2023
Editor: The dangerous impact of climate change on humanity is becoming increasingly apparent and urgent, as evidenced by such phenomena as the wildfir...
Education: The key to crime prevention
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Education: The key to crime prevention
Webmaster 
December 12, 2023
EDITOR: We do the opposite of what needs to be done but expect the results we desire. Our pre-schools, Infant schools, lower secondary schools, childr...
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News
Soca Monarch preliminaries at Victoria Park on Friday
News
Soca Monarch preliminaries at Victoria Park on Friday
Christina 
June 13, 2025
The Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) invites managers, producers, artistes and members of the public to the 2025 Soca Monarch Preliminaries. The...
Chevonne Stewart is ULP’s new candidate for Southern Grenadines
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Chevonne Stewart is ULP’s new candidate for Southern Grenadines
Webmaster 
June 13, 2025
Chevonne Stewart was formally introduced last Sunday, June 8, 2025, as the person the Unity Labour Party (ULP) intends to be its candidate for the Sou...
Park to be upgraded for comfort, ease  and aesthetics
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Park to be upgraded for comfort, ease and aesthetics
Webmaster 
June 13, 2025
The Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) is taking significant steps to ensure that Victoria Park, the main carnival venue, is accessible to everyon...
Calypso tent action heats up in SVG
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Calypso tent action heats up in SVG
Webmaster 
June 13, 2025
Local calypsonians are gearing up to bring their best game as the preliminary judging round has officially begun. This year is a big year for the frat...
SVG leads Caribbean Tourism growth from US Market
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SVG leads Caribbean Tourism growth from US Market
Webmaster 
June 13, 2025
St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has emerged as the top-performing Caribbean destination for growth in tourism arrivals from the United States (US)...

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