World News
March 9, 2024
28 Schoolchildren Escape from Kidnappers in Nigeria's Kaduna State: Desperate Search Underway for Remaining Victims
"Nearly 28 of the 300 abducted schoolchildren in Kaduna, Nigeria have escaped. The army is conducting a search in Kaduna and neighboring states to find the remaining children. Updates on the rescue efforts."
March 7, 2024
Sweden Officially Joins NATO as 32nd Member following Accession Process Completion
Sweden officially joins Nato as its 32nd member, strengthening the alliance. US President Biden and Secretary-General Stoltenberg express support, while Russia vows retaliation. Unity, defense, and democracy emphasized.
March 7, 2024
Barbados Military Prepares for Mission in Haiti Amid Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Intervention Efforts
Barbados Defense Force engaged in pre-mission training for multinational intervention in Haiti unrest. CARICOM seeks to restore order. Efforts ongoing, deployment timeline undisclosed. Regional consensus sought for resolving Haitian crisis.
March 6, 2024
Haiti Prime Minister Ariel Henry's Whereabouts Confirmed in Puerto Rico Amid Uncertainty, Questions Remain
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry landed in Puerto Rico, resolving uncertainty over his whereabouts. Questions remain on his return as violence and instability persist in Haiti, with gangs urging his ouster.
March 6, 2024
Bulk Carrier True Confidence Hit by Missile Attack Off Yemen; Crew Missing and Injured
Bulk carrier True Confidence is hit by a missile off Yemen, with three crew members missing and four injured. Incident claimed by Houthi forces disrupts global shipping routes.
March 6, 2024
Understanding the Challenges of Implementing the CARICOM CSME: A Critical Analysis
The Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas contemplates a CARICOM Single Market & Economy (CSME) to enable smooth movement of goods, labor, and capital among member states in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
March 6, 2024
Barbados Urges EU for Enhanced Climate Financing for Small Island Developing States
Barbados urges the EU to enhance climate financing for Small Island Developing States through the Samoa Agreement, emphasizing the need for increased assistance in resilience-building and sustainable development projects.
March 5, 2024
Global Facebook and Instagram Outages Hit Hundreds of Thousands Users on Tuesday: Downdetector
Meta Platforms-owned Facebook & Instagram experienced a global outage affecting hundreds of thousands of users, with disruptions starting at 10:00 a.m. ET. Meta acknowledged the issue and is working on resolving it.
March 5, 2024
CELAC FNS Plan 2024-2030 Advances Fight Against Hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean
The updated 2024-2030 CELAC FNS Plan, a regional initiative approved during the VIII Summit of Heads of State and Government of CELAC, aims to combat hunger and malnutrition in Latin America and the Caribbean.
March 4, 2024
Haiti Imposes Nighttime Curfew Amid Escalating Violence and Prison Breaks
Haiti enforces nighttime curfew amid escalating violence and major prison break. State of emergency declared as government seeks to capture escaped criminals. Efforts to stabilize the country continue with international support.
March 3, 2024
Barbados to Host Global Supply Chain Forum with UNCTAD Partnership
Barbados to host the inaugural Global Supply Chain Forum in partnership with UNCTAD from May 21-24 at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. Key discussions on supply chain challenges and solutions.
March 3, 2024
Escaped Prisoners Create Chaos in Haiti's National Penitentiary Amid Violent Clashes
Haiti's National Penitentiary in Port au Prince experienced a mass prison break following coordinated attacks by armed men, resulting in the escape of numerous inmates, including high-profile individuals.