Delicious Caribbean Vibes Meet Asian Fusion at Vibe N Slurp in Toms River
Tucked away at 1776 Hooper Avenue in Toms River, New Jersey, Vibe N Slurp is a cozy spot that brings together two seemingly different cuisines—Caribbean and Japanese ramen—in a way that feels…
U.S. reports spike in weapons smuggling to Haiti and the Caribbean
By Brian Ellsworth MIAMI (Reuters) -U.S. authorities have seen a spike in weapons smuggling to Haiti and the Caribbean in recent months, officials said on Wednesday, promising to boost efforts to combat…
Caribbean nations should push for climate finance at COP27, Bahamas PM says
By Jasper Ward NASSAU (Reuters) – Caribbean countries should pressure developed nations to provide more financing to mitigate the effects of climate change at the upcoming COP27 climate talks, the prime minister…
Caribbean Corridor Strike Force Arrests Four Individuals Charged with Drug Trafficking
ind_drug_trafficking_cloro_7-20-22-cr-328-fab_.pdfSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – On July 20, 2022, a federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging four individuals with conspiracy and possession with intent to…
Caribbean Corridor Strike Force Arrests 3 Individuals Charged with Conspiracy to Communicate a False Distress Signal
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – On July 14, 2022, a federal grand jury sitting in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging Harold Carrion Butter, Justinita Butter, and Miriam Delgado-Serrano…
Latin America, Caribbean 2022 poverty seen higher as Ukraine war bites: U.N. study
(Reuters) – A United Nations commission has increased its projection for poverty in Latin America and Caribbean for 2022, citing economic disruptions caused by the conflict in Ukraine. Latin America and Dominican…
Most Caribbean nations planning to attend Americas Summit: sources
By Brian Ellsworth MIAMI – Most Caribbean Community member nations plan to attend the Summit of the Americas, according to two sources familiar with the situation, as some leaders call for a…
Higher rates, slowing China, risks to Latam and Caribbean growth – IMF
NEW YORK – The prospect of tighter financial conditions due to the war in Europe and a more hawkish Federal Reserve, alongside concern over a deceleration in China’s growth, are key risks…
UK’s Prince William says he wants to serve after Caribbean criticism
LONDON – Prince William has said he is committed to service and “not telling people what to do” after a tour of the Caribbean that was marked by protests over the British…
Caribbean AMO Agents Seize Aircraft Tied to Smuggling Activities
ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations (AMO) agents seized an aircraft on Tuesday suspected of having been used for smuggling events. During an arrest…
Royal Caribbean joins rivals in canceling 2022 sailings to Russia
– Cruise operators Royal Caribbean Group and Viking Cruises canceled sailings to Russia on Wednesday, joining their rivals and many Western brands in suspending operations in the country after its invasion of…
Coast Guard suspends search for missing Texas man in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Coast Guard air and surface crews suspended the three-day search for a Texas man Oct. 8, 2021, in Mona Passage waters off Rincon, Puerto Rico. Still missing is Bruttus…
U.S. should boost financing to Caribbean nations: Antigua PM
By Brian Ellsworth MIAMI – The United States should increase financing and aid to the Caribbean to help the region recover from the pandemic and cope with the growing impact of climate…
Over 50 People Die From Gas Truck Explosion In Caribbean Nation
The explosion of a truck carrying gasoline in Haiti on Monday led to the death of over 50 people while injuring dozens more, the Associated Press reported. “Three days of national mourning…
25 rescue dogs arrive at airport rescued from dire conditions in the Caribbean
NEWARK, N.J. – U. S. Customs and Border Protection officers and agriculture specialists at Newark Liberty International Airport assisted in the processing of rescue dogs from Antigua. On Oct 4th at Morristown…
Smugglers caught moving 250 kilos of cocaine in the Caribbean
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The Coast Guard Cutter Reef Shark transferred custody of two smugglers and offloaded approximately 250 kilograms cocaine at Coast Guard Base San Juan Saturday, following Coast Guard…
Coast Guard continues investigating mysterious oil discharge and San Juan pier
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Coast Guard Incident Management personnel from Sector San Juan are responding to an active oil discharge from an unknown source that is affecting piers four through six in San…
Coast Guard helicopter rescues swimmers off Rompe Olas Beach
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The crew of a Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter rescued a swimmer in distress just off Rompe Olas Beach near downtown Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.…
Coast Guard rescues distressed scuba divers off Coki Point, St. Thomas
SAINT THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — A Coast Guard Boat Forces Detachment Saint Thomas crew rescued two divers in distress Thursday afternoon from the middle of the channel just off Coki Point,…
Coast Guard intercepts $51 million cocaine shipment in the Caribbean
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The Coast Guard Cutter Richard Etheridge crew offloaded approximately 1,700 kilograms of seized cocaine at Coast Guard Base San Juan Friday, following the disruption go-fast vessel smuggling…
Top 5 Girl Scout Cookies: Which Girl Scout cookie does your state like the most?
Spring is almost here and around America, which also means Girl Scout Cookies and cookie ordering is here too. Americans are passionate about their annual Girl Scout Cookie sale. Whether you’re the…
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Here’s the latest for Tuesday, January 7th: McConnell secures votes for impeachment trail; Trump and top advisers under pressure for Iranian general’s death; Jury selection begins in Harvey Weinstein trial; Earthquake strikes…
AP: Puerto Rico earthquake caught on camera
A camera was rolling in a sound recording booth when a 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck Puerto Rico before dawn on Tuesday. It was followed three hours later by an aftershock measuring 6.0. Eight…
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Here’s the latest for Monday, January 6: Huge crowds gather in Tehran for Qassem Soleimani funeral; Harvey Weinstein is indicted on new sex crime charges in Los Angeles; A 5.8-magnitude earthquake rocks…
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