May 17, 2012
Prior says England confident but wary of Windies
Wicketkeeper Matt Prior has warned England against complacency as they prepare to face embattled West Indies in the opening Test at Lord’s starting tomorrow. England, the World number one-ranked side, are expected to easily roll over the…
May 17, 2012
Brazil truth commission begins rights abuse inquiries
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has inaugurated a truth commission to investigate rights abuses, including those committed during military rule. The four previous living presidents since democracy was restored in 1985 also attended the ceremony…
May 17, 2012
Swearing-in of New Government Tentatively set for Monday.
The incoming government that is supported by the National Alliance, Democratic Party, and the three independent Members of Parliament Illidge, Richardson, and La Ville might be sworn-in on Monday announced Prime Minister Sarah Wescot Williams on…
May 17, 2012
Grenada no-confidence motion defeated
On Tuesday, the no confidence motion tabled in Grenada's House of Parliament by the opposition New National Party (NNP) was debated and ultimately defeated. In debating the motion, opposition leader Dr Keith Mitchell castigated the leadership of…
May 17, 2012
‘Believe in The Bahamas’ resonated among voters
The international research firm that explained to the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) why it lost the 2007 general election in The Bahamas and told it how to turn things around is congratulating the party on its success at the polls last week.…
May 17, 2012
Cuba places third as tourist destination in the Caribbean
Carlos Vogeler, general director for the Americas of the World Tourism Organization (WTO), said Cuba now is in the third position as the Caribbean country that receives more tourists per year, trailing the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.…
May 17, 2012
Cannes Film Festival jury denies ‘sexism’ claim
The jury for the Cannes Film Festival's Palme d'Or has spoken out over claims of sexism prompted by the lack of female filmmakers in the running. Critics have complained that all 22 films in the contest have been directed by men, many past winners…
May 17, 2012
Will Smith supports Obama’s position on gay marriage
Will Smith says he supports US President Barack Obama's position on gay marriage. The Hollywood actor says the question of whether gay people should be allowed to legally marry is "about semantics". He told reporters in Berlin yesterday that "if…
May 17, 2012
‘Kush Morning’ rhythm brings success for ZJ Sparks
Local disc jockey and producer ZJ Sparks is celebrating the success of her reggae rhythm the Kush Morning. The rhythm was recently featured on international Vh1 Television series Basketball Wives, and ZJ Sparks believes that this is testimony…
May 17, 2012
Jazzing it in St Lucia
There were sell out crowds at this year’s just concluded St Lucia Jazz Festival. Many who attending, including a number of Barbadians, said they enjoyed the event. They were especially wowed by headliner Diana Ross, who thrilled with some hits…