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Caribbean voice enters global AI conversation
DAILY HERALD SXM
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago- As artificial intelligence transforms industries, reshapes careers and changes how people work and make decisions, a Caribbean voice is emerging with a different perspective on one of the world's most important conversations.
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer, Vatican says
ABC NEWS
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery to have the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican said on Tuesday.
Tropical Shipping to raise bunker fees as fuel costs climb
THE NASSAU GUARDIAN
NASSAU, The Bahamas- Tropical Shipping will increase bunker surcharges on cargo moving between the continental United States or Canada and The Bahamas from November 8, the company said in a statement on its website, raising concerns that higher international shipping and fuel costs could place additional pressure on local businesses and consumers.
Jamaica begins receiving third-country deportees from US
ABC NEWS
KINGSTON, Jamaica -The first flight transporting third-country nationals from the United States arrived in Jamaica on Tuesday, marking the commencement of a highly scrutinized bilateral agreement that utilizes the Caribbean nation as a temporary transit hub for migrants.
French journalist Natacha Polony joins 2027 presidential election
EURO NEWS
PARIS, France- Speaking on France Inter radio on Wednesday, Natacha Polony, a 51-year-old journalist and essayist, announced that she would run for president, saying she wanted to "shake up the political landscape."
Netherlands blocks 3 pro-Putin Russian gymnasts from World Championships
UNITED 24 MEDIA
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands- The Netherlands has denied visas to three Russian gymnasts, including two Olympic champions who previously demonstrated support for Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Russia’s war against Ukraine. The decision prevents the athletes from competing at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Rotterdam, scheduled for October 17–25.
‘Law enforcement will find you’- Gov Pruce to criminals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor of the Virgin Islands, Mr Daniel Pruce, has warned criminals that they cannot hide from law enforcement, promising they will be found and dealt with under the law.
VI youth sailors gain valuable experience @Fall Regatta in STT
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Friday, October 9, 2026, saw the Virgin Islands Optimist sailing team heading down to St Thomas Yacht Club in the US Virgin Islands (USVI) for its 2026 Fall Regatta. The team consisted of Piper Bailey and Bobby Hensley in the Championship fleet, and Sean Stacey and Jervis Tucker-Davis in the Green Fleet (beginner racing fleet).
PLM is ‘splitting the NDP vote’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social Commentator and Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has accused the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) of splitting the National Democratic Party (NDP) vote.
East End Public Library to be renamed in honour of H. Lynden Smith
MAJOR BAY, Tortola, VI - The East End Public Library will be renamed the H. Lynden Smith Public Library, in recognition of the longtime educator’s distinguished contribution to education, reading, and literacy development in the Virgin Islands.
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