N.B. doctor suspended after N.S. sex assault charge loses bid to regain licence in Quebec

New Brunswick An Edmundston doctor accused of sexual assault in Nova Scotia has lost his bid to regain his licence to practise in Quebec. Tribunal dismisses Dr. Sanjeev Sirpal's appeal of Quebec licence being revoked in 2022 Dr. Sanjeev Sirpal,...

Toxic pollution builds up in snake scales: what we learnt from black mambas

Black mambas (Dendroaspis polylepis) are Africa’s longest, most famous venomous snakes. Despite their fearsome reputation, these misunderstood snakes are vital players in their ecosystems. They keep rodent populations in check and, in turn, help...

Gonsalves joins Trump, attacks China

By *Jomo Sanga Thomas (“Plain Talk” Oct. 3, 2025) In his most backward display of global politics yet, Gonsalves, known for his relatively progressive positions on international issues, took the mic at the United Nations last week to launch a...

Govt issues notices to 25 offshore crypto exchanges for breaking anti-money laundering rules

New Delhi, October 2 (IANS): The Financial Intelligence Unit of India (FIU-IND) has sent notices to 25 offshore virtual digital asset (VDA) service providers for allegedly failing to follow India’s anti-money laundering laws, according to a...

OPINION: UWP free education at SALCC proposal: questions to be answered (Part II)

Questions for the UWP Albeit the free education being proposed here is not for ‘University’ education, as advanced by Hon Allen Chastanet, as the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) is not a University, but should still be welcomed while...

Aer Lingus launches biggest ever transatlantic schedule for 2026

Aer Lingus has announced its largest ever transatlantic summer schedule for 2026 as well as further expansion of its long-haul network with the introduction of a new direct service from Dublin to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, North...

New study reveals world’s happiest holiday destinations

Travel is changing. Travellers around the world are no longer just chasing landmarks or luxury. Instead, the new goal is to feel good – to reset, recharge, and come home filled with happiness. A UK survey found that nearly three-quarters of...

25 Offshore Crypto Exchanges Stare At Ban Over PMLA Non-Compliance

SUMMARY FIU has issued notices to 25 crypto platforms, including Paxful, CEX.IO, LBank, BingX, Coinex and AscendEx, for non-compliance with anti-money laundering regulations The FIU said that directions have also been issued to the 25 platforms to...

Caribbean tourism shows resilience amid mixed markets

Bridgetown, Barbados: Caribbean tourism recorded 18.5 million arrivals in the first half of 2025, up nearly two per cent on last year and six per cent above pre-pandemic levels, according to new data presented at the CTO’s State of the Tourism...

Carnival Venezia Cruise Ship: A Complete Guide

This article is part of a directory: Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Venezia is a "Fun Italian style" ship in Carnival Cruise Line’s Venice class. It joined the fleet in 2023 following a refit from Costa Venezia and began its inaugural sailings from...

Path to LGBTQ+ decriminalisation takes courage, legal support

What’s the context? Personal courage and legal expertise needed to defend LGBTQ+ rights in increasingly hostile world - Human Dignity Trust founder. LONDON - As LGBTQ+ rights are rolled back globally and activists wage legal battles to...

Digicel expands solar project

Digicel Jamaica is rolling out solar power at over half its sites, aiming to keep services running during outages and disasters —not to raise rates, but to ensure reliable, climate-resilient connectivity across all parishes. (Photo: Karl McLarty)...

Business News | St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, Grenada Lead World's Best Golden Passports in CBI Index 2025

VMPL New Delhi [India], September 30: The latest edition of the CBI Index 2025, the only independent study evaluating all active citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes worldwide, has ranked Caribbean nations at the very top. St. Kitts and...

No Games, Just Trading: ZXCM Is Redefining Trust & Transparency Across Global Markets

In its pursuit of excellence, the global broker sets a new norm for retail, professional & institutional trading. Although relatively new to the industry, ZX Capital Markets (ZXCM) has grown exponentially since starting operations in 2023,...

MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – September 29, 2025

September 29, 2025 Ready, Set, SOTIC — Barbados takes the stage Barbados is buzzing — SOTIC 2025 has arrived! From September 30 to October 3, the Caribbean Tourism Organization will chart the future of regional tourism at the annual State of the...

Diplomatic Snub of 77 Countries at the United Nations: Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Faces Mass Boycott Over Gaza Onslaught

In a moment that encapsulated the deepening fissures in global diplomacy, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stepped up to the podium at the United Nations General Assembly on September 26, 2025, only to address a chamber that had been...

Global Ports Holding Builds New Cruise Terminals in 5 Destinations

Following the successful launch of its new terminals in Alicante, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote earlier this year, Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest cruise port operator, is moving ahead with a series of major construction projects...

From Tenerife to Oman: A look at the best options for your winter sun holiday this year

As autumn's chill sets in, the warmth of summer quickly becomes a distant memory. With the season now fully upon us, the urge to escape to sunnier climes for a holiday is strong. We've compiled some of the best options for winter breaks. These...

Where to book your winter sun holiday this year

With autumn in full swing, you might already be missing the warmth of the summer sun. These destinations offer pleasant winter sun temperatures, blue skies and equally blue seas. Mid-haul Muscat (and beyond) in Oman (Alamy Stock Photo) On the...

Boy's delight as he gets reply from message in bottle that floated 4,000 miles away

Harrison Mizen learned about the old-fashioned message in a bottle - in the most astonishing way(Image: Laura Mizen / SWNS) A British boy threw a message in a bottle into the North Sea - and got a reply after it floated 4,200 miles to the...