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7-Year-Old Sir Halo Is Making Waves in New York

At just seven years old, Sir Halo Maximin has already done what many musicians spend a lifetime dreaming of — win at the world-famous Apollo Theater, perform at the Barclays Center and capture the attention of New York television...

Machel’s Surprise Call Gives ‘Biscuit Man’ Another Career-Defining Moment

Andrew “The Biscuit Man” thought his night was over. He had finished his performance at Color Me Red and was already back in the artistes’ room when security suddenly came looking for him. Soca superstar Machel Montano wanted to...

Egg Shortage Hits Saint Lucia as Stores Limit Customers to One Carton

Saint Lucians are facing an egg squeeze, with shortages at supermarkets and mini marts prompting some retailers to limit customers to just one carton as government moves to address disruptions in local supply. Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir confirmed Tuesday that...

93 Applicants, Two Life-Changing Scholarships: Saint Lucia Students Secure Full Ride Abroad

Two young Saint Lucian women are heading deeper into the worlds of neuroscience and the creative arts without the crushing financial burden of paying for university, after securing full four-year undergraduate scholarships from the Saint Lucia Cruise Port (SLCP). Shyne...

Long-Running Wage Talks End as SMMA Workers Set to Receive Pay Boost

Employees of the Soufriere Marine Management Authority (SMMA) are set to begin receiving long-awaited wage increases after a collective agreement, years in the making, was finally signed following negotiations facilitated by the Department of Labour, Co-operatives and Consumer Affairs. The...

Ghana, CARICOM Unite in Bold Reparations Push as Mahama Declares ‘The Time for Justice Is Now’

Ghana has thrown its full weight behind the global campaign for reparative justice, strengthening a growing alliance with the Caribbean in a move that could intensify international pressure on former colonial powers. The renewed commitment followed high-level talks between Ghanaian...

Saint Lucia’s First Workplace Safety Policy Moves Closer as Landmark Plan Heads to Cabinet

Saint Lucia is on the verge of introducing its first-ever National Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Policy, a landmark initiative that could reshape workplace safety standards across the island after receiving strong backing from government, employers, trade unions and...

LUCELEC Pays Emotional Tribute to Director Evaristus Jn. Marie

LUCELEC has paid tribute to Director Evaristus Jn. Marie, describing him as a leader whose wisdom, integrity and steady leadership left a lasting mark on the company and the wider business community following his passing. In a statement issued Monday,...

National Insurance Corporation Mourns Death of Chairman Evaristus Jn Marie

The National Insurance Corporation (NIC) is mourning the loss of its Chairman, Evaristus Jn Marie, who passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026, bringing to an end years of dedicated service to one of Saint Lucia's most important public...

Shawn Edward Promises New Hewanorra Airport, $121 Million Port Upgrade Before SLP Term Ends

Infrastructure and Ports Services Minister Shawn Edward has pledged that Saint Lucia will receive a new Hewanorra International Airport, a $121 million upgrade to Port Castries and the groundwork for a new container port at Cul De Sac before...

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RAC Swimmers Record 78% Improvement as Young Talents Earn National Call-Up

Swimmers at the Rodney Heights Aquatic Club recorded improvements in approximately 78 percent of their personal-best times over the...