Caribbean National Weekly
Caribbean executive Dr. Luz Longsworth examines women’s leadership challenges in new book

Caribbean executive Dr. Luz Longsworth examines women’s leadership challenges in new book

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Caribbean executive Dr. Luz Longsworth has released a new book examining the often overlooked workplace dynamics that shape women's professional experiences and leadership journeys. In…

Haitian-American Linda Julien appointed vice mayor of Miami Gardens

Haitian-American Linda Julien appointed vice mayor of Miami Gardens

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Linda Julien has been appointed vice mayor of Miami Gardens, Florida, following confirmation by the city council, succeeding Robert Stephens III in the role. Julien…

Jamaican, Bahamian and Cuban nationals named in US voter fraud crackdown

Jamaican, Bahamian and Cuban nationals named in US voter fraud crackdown

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A Jamaican, a Bahamian and a Cuban national are among 17 people identified by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in its latest nationwide crackdown…

USCIS to increase certain immigration fees from October 16

USCIS to increase certain immigration fees from October 16

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase certain immigration-related fees from October 16 as part of an annual adjustment to account for inflation. The…

Ronaldinho brings Brazilian magic to Jamaica for ‘98 Reggae Boyz tribute

Ronaldinho brings Brazilian magic to Jamaica for ‘98 Reggae Boyz tribute

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Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho will headline a four-day visit to Jamaica from December 3-7, with an exhibition match, a tribute to the historic 1998 Reggae…

PAHO, IDB urge countries to strengthen long-term care systems

PAHO, IDB urge countries to strengthen long-term care systems

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The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) are urging countries across the Americas to strengthen their long-term care systems, warning…

CARICOM must diversify exports beyond energy and commodities, Barnett says

CARICOM must diversify exports beyond energy and commodities, Barnett says

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Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General Carla Barnett says the region must diversify its productive base and reduce its dependence on energy and commodities to sustain export…