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Chicago-Born Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as Pope Leo XIV, Becoming First American Pontiff

VATICAN CITY – In a historic moment for the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a native of Chicago, has been elected pope, becoming the first American to ascend to the papacy. Prevost, 69, chose the name Leo...

Maverick City Music Arrives in Saint Lucia for Powerful Kingdom Night Experience

Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia — Maverick City Music, the Grammy Award-winning worship collective from Atlanta, has arrived on Saint Lucian soil ahead of their much-anticipated performance at Kingdom Night, scheduled to take place at the Pigeon Island National Landmark. The...

Trump’s ‘Pope’ Image Sparks Catholic Outrage Amid Mourning for Pope Francis

As Catholics around the globe continue to mourn the passing of Pope Francis, an AI-generated image of U.S. President Donald Trump dressed as the pontiff has ignited sharp criticism from faith leaders and public figures alike. The image, posted on...

Kerwin DuBois Brings Raw Energy and Community Vibes to Soufrière Jazz This Sunday

Trinidadian soca powerhouse Kerwin DuBois is promising a high-energy, crowd-driven performance as he gears up to take the stage at Soufrière Jazz: The Ultimate Experience on Sunday, May 5th. Known for his dynamic stage presence and hits like “Too...

Farmer Nappy Brings Tamarind Vibes to Soufrière Jazz

Trinidadian soca star Darryl “Farmer Nappy” Henry is headed to Soufrière this weekend for Soufrière Jazz: The Ultimate Experience, bringing his infectious energy and signature dancehall-meets-soca vibe to the southern town he describes as the heart of the countryside,...

AI and the Caribbean Press: MIC Calls for Urgent Regional Action on World Press Freedom Day

As the world marks World Press Freedom Day 2025, the Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC) is sounding the alarm over the profound implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on journalism—particularly within the vulnerable media ecosystems of the Caribbean. Under the...

LUCELEC Reaffirms Three-Decade Jazz Sponsorship with Islandwide Community Focus

Castries, April 30, 2025 — As the curtains rose on the 2025 Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival at the Mindoo Phillip Park, LUCELEC amplified the opening with a powerful reaffirmation of its Platinum sponsorship, celebrating more than 30...

12,000 Strong: Jazz & Arts Festival Breaks Records with Explosive Opening Night

#The 2025 Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival kicked off in explosive fashion at the Mindoo Phillip Park in Marchand on April 30th, drawing a crowd of over 12,000 people in what Tourism Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire described as...

Sizzla Brings Fire and Heart to Jazz Festival Opening

Reggae icon Sizzla Kalonji has touched down in Saint Lucia with a blazing message of love, unity, and cultural pride as he prepares to open the 2025 Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival. The legendary Jamaican artist will take...

Jazz En Vierge Dazzles Micoud as Sanchez Headlines First Event of 2025 Jazz and Arts Festival

The 2025 Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival launched in spectacular style on April 27th with Jazz En Vierge in Micoud, headlined by none other than Jamaican reggae and dancehall legend, Sanchez. Known for his smooth vocals and signature blend...

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TOT/Soca Village Blazes Through Rain-Soaked Quarterfinals: “We Are Not Just Here for Trophies”

On a rainy night that failed to dampen spirits, the TOT/Soca Village Calypso Tent blazed through its quarterfinal round...