Tag: United States
Israeli strikes kill 22 in Rafah, US to provide $9 billion humanitarian aid to Gaza
The Israeli airstrike claimed the lives of 22 people in Gaza's city of Rafah. They ledged to expand its ground offensive to the city on the border with Egypt against the Hamas militant group.
Trinidad and Tobago: Tourist enthusiasts spend $48 Million during cruise season
The Ministry of Tourism revealed that a as the 2023/2024 cruise season will end on Wednesday, with total spending by travellers to Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) exceeding $48 million.
Police captures 14 people during raid on human smuggling ring in Sint Maarten
The raid was organized in Sint Maarten and the police detained fourteen individuals on the basis of human trafficking operations.
Cocaine worth $24M seized by US Coast Guard in Eastern Caribbean
$24.3 million worth cocaine seized with the continued efforts of US Authorities and their commitment to combatting drug trafficking.
Colorado State University warns of increased activity in upcoming Atlantic Hurricane Season
Colorado State University forecast is for 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes & 5 major hurricanes and is calling for an extremely active hurricane season that would go into one of the busiest hurricane seasons on record.
US legislators introduce bill to counter trafficking of illegal guns to Caribbean
Caribbean nations have been asking the government of the United States (US) to make a concerted effort to quell the influx of illegal guns.
US-Mexico relations strained as President Obrador demands $20 billion
The relationship between Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and President Joe Biden of the United States (US) is going through a tenuous phase since the former asked the United States to provide $20 billion to Mexico.
Guyana’s Head of Major Crimes Unit held and questioned in US
Guyana's head of Major Crimes Unit, Superintendent Mitchell Caesar held in the United States and questioned by immigration authorities.
UN Tribunal in Geneva to pressure US into providing $14 trillion as reparations to slave descendants
Multiple experts and activists have come together to press for the formation of a United Nations (UN) Tribunal which will seek $14 trillion in the form of reparations from the United States.
20-25 named storms expected in 2024 Hurricane Season
The Atlantic Season which begins on the 1st of June and comes to a close on the 30th of November, is likely to experience four to seven named storms with the potential to develop into major hurricanes.
President Ali asks Guyana’s Muslim citizens to pray for peace during Ramadan
President Irfaan Ali of Guyana spoke on behalf of the nation, urging the Muslim population of the country to pray for peace and the safety of those who find themselves in conflict zones around the world, as they observe the Holy Month of Ramadan.
US provides $15.8 million funding to CARICOM, aims to build climate resilience
CARICOM has received US$15.8 million in funding from the United States to address climate change and biodiversity issues in the Caribbean nation.