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Find your inspiration at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore

Find your inspiration at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore

SINGAPORE – Singaporean swimmer Gan Ching Hwee still remembers the time she shared the pool with long-distance legend Katie Ledecky, the winner of nine Olympic golds and 21 world championship titles. It was in 2022 at the Swimming World Cup in...

His son called as Texas floodwaters rose. Now he’s searching for closure.

His son called as Texas floodwaters rose. Now he’s searching for closure.

Thad Heartfield, third from right, directs volunteers to search areas on a makeshift map in the parking lot of a Walmart in Kerrville, Texas, on Monday. Heartfield’s son, Aidan, went missing Friday morning after the devastating flood swept through...

Hauda, Elizabeth

Hauda, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Hauda February 20, 1943 - June 16, 2025 Elizabeth Sharon Ann Hauda (Liz), passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin. Liz was born in Helena, Montana, to Neelian and Margaret (Haesler) Nelson, February 20, 1943, and...

Prestige deal gives Agostini a new growth engine

Prestige deal gives Agostini a new growth engine

THIS morning, Agostini Ltd will host a special general meeting of shareholders at the Hyatt Regency to vote on a proposed issuance of 13,022,334 new common shares. The shares will be issued to the shareholders of Prestige Holdings Ltd (PHL) as...

8 Safest Places To Travel To In The Caribbean

8 Safest Places To Travel To In The Caribbean

Source: Melanie Hobson / EyeEm / Getty When most people think of the Caribbean, they imagine white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and a laid-back lifestyle. And while the region is known for its breathtaking beauty and warm hospitality, safety is...

Bingo Night to Raise Funds for Colegio Santa Famia a success

Bingo Night to Raise Funds for Colegio Santa Famia a success

In a spirited display of community support and philanthropy, Sagicor Aruba hosted a successful Bingo Night fundraiser on Friday, May 31, in aid of Colegio Santa Famia. The event, which brought together staff, clients, and the school’s community,...

Paige Spiranac’s All-White Golf Outfit Has Fans Doing a Double Take

Paige Spiranac’s All-White Golf Outfit Has Fans Doing a Double Take

Few know how to brighten up the greens quite like Paige Spiranac. The former professional golfer turned social media superstar remains the undisputed queen of turning any golf course into a fashion runway, all while absolutely dominating the game....

Cuba Debuts in Little League Baseball Regional Tournament

Cuba Debuts in Little League Baseball Regional Tournament

U-12 Baseball Havana, Jul 7 (RHC) - The Cuban national team debuts today against Pariba in the beginning of the Caribbean Little League baseball qualifying tournament, which will grant a berth for the World Series in Pennsylvania. Eight teams made...

Employment on the rise across Bonaire and Saba

Employment on the rise across Bonaire and Saba

KRALENDIJK--Employment across Bonaire and Saba saw significant growth in 2024, with the total number of working individuals ages 15 to 74 rising to 17,500 – a twelve per cent increase compared to 2022. The growth was especially strong in Bonaire,...

Beautiful San Juan celebrations bring neighborhoods to life

Last Tuesday, Aruba came together to celebrate one of its most vibrant cultural traditions: San Juan Day, known locally as Dera Gay. This deeply rooted festival was held in neighborhoods across the island, thanks to the dedication of community...

Who Is Maddy Westbeld Dating? Romance & Partner Timeline

Who Is Maddy Westbeld Dating? Romance & Partner Timeline

The world of women’s basketball has been buzzing with excitement following the confirmation of one of the sport’s most anticipated relationships. Maddy Westbeld, the talented rookie forward for the Chicago Sky, has officially confirmed her...

More people in employment in Caribbean Netherlands in 2024

More people in employment in Caribbean Netherlands in 2024

In Bonaire, the number of people in employment rose by 1.8 thousand (+14 percent) to 14.7 thousand in 2022. 73.8 percent of all those aged 15 to 74 were in employment. In 2022, the net labour participation rate in Bonaire was 72.5 percent. The net...

Better by MTA Highlights Platinum Members Elevating Global Healthcare Standards

Better by MTA Highlights Platinum Members Elevating Global Healthcare Standards

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Better by MTA, the leading medical tourism platform, is proud to spotlight its distinguished Platinum Members—organizations that exemplify leadership, excellence, and innovation in the global...

Another building destroyed by fire in San Nicolas

Another building destroyed by fire in San Nicolas

0 A fire broke out on Monday morning around 10:00 am at the former Chinese Club building on Helfrichstraat in San Nicolas. The blaze quickly grew intense and completely destroyed the structure, which was once considered a local landmark. This is...

Chisholm Earns Second MLB All-Star Selection

Chisholm Earns Second MLB All-Star Selection

Advertisement U.S.A. – Jazz Chisholm Jr. makes Bahamian baseball history once again and was rewarded for an impressive season thus far with his second all-star selection. The versatile New York Yankees star was officially named to the 2025 Major...

Qredits Launched the Agriculture Business Academy in Sint Maarten

Qredits Launched the Agriculture Business Academy in Sint Maarten

Empowering Local Farmers and Fishermen with 12 Weeks of Intensive Training Qredits proudly launched its first Agriculture Business Academy on July 3, 2025, in Sint Maarten—a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening the island’s...

HITEC Rewind: Decentralized Identity and the Future of Hospitality

HITEC Rewind: Decentralized Identity and the Future of Hospitality

At HITEC Indianapolis, one of the most forward-thinking sessions tackled a topic set to redefine how the hospitality industry engages with its guests: Decentralized Identity, sometimes referred to as Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI). In a world where...

National Trust for the Cayman Islands Carries Cayman’s Heritage Message to Global Sustainable Islands Summit

National Trust for the Cayman Islands Carries Cayman’s Heritage Message to Global Sustainable Islands Summit

The National Trust for the Cayman Islands (NTCI) represented the Cayman Islands at the recent Global Sustainable Islands Summit in St. Kitts and Nevis, delivering a clear message: the protection of historic, cultural, and natural heritage is...

Prestige declares 50¢ dividend ahead of Agostini acquisition offer

Prestige declares 50¢ dividend ahead of Agostini acquisition offer

News Joey Bartlett 12 Minutes Ago The KFC outlet on Independence Square, Port of Spain. - File photo PRESTIGE Holdings Ltd (PHL) has declared a dividend of 50 cents per share, payable on September 3 to shareholders of record as of the close of...

Short Redhead Reel Reviews for the week of July 4

Short Redhead Reel Reviews for the week of July 4

Rating system: (4=Don't miss, 3=Good, 2=Worth a look, 1=Forget it) For more reviews, click here. “Arcades & Love Songs: The Ballad of Walter Day” (NR) (3) [Screened April 17 at the TCL Chinese Theatres in Los Angeles.] — Ed Cunningham's...

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