‘Caribbean’s first offshore solar installation’ planned near Fort-de-France

The Grand Port Maritime of Martinique (GPMLM) has partnered with French offshore solar developer SolarinBlue to develop Soley Blé, the first offshore floating photovoltaic (PV) project in the Caribbean Arc. SolarinBlue’s offshore solar technology...

Young artist from Martinique sheds light on the plight of coral reefs

The hidden world of coral reefs is home to thousands of plant and animal species. But it's a world under threat from pollution and the coral bleaching caused by global warming. Hervé Lechar, an artist from Martinique, uses his work to communicate...

Meet Dickon Mitchell, Caribbean leader advocating climate sustainability  

Early Life and Law Career Dickon Amiss Thomas Mitchell, a well-known politician and attorney, was born in Petit Esperance, Saint David Parish, Grenada, on October 8, 1978. He first attended Presentation Brothers College before continuing his...

Martinique: Photographer Adeline Rapon celebrates Afro-Caribbean queer visibility

Rapon’s photography challenges heteronormativity in Martinique Self-portrait by Adeline Rapon (Instagram: @adelinerapon). Adeline Rapon, a mixed race and openly lesbian feminist photographer, chose to return to her paternal roots in order to...

Carriacou & Petite Martinique to host first ever Lobster and Lambi Festival in January 2026

The festival, organized in collaboration with the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), will feature a mix of local cuisine, entertainment and cultural activities. Grenada: The islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique are set to host their first ever...

OECS PEARL Programme supplies primary schools in Carriacou and Petite Martinique

The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) PEARL Programme recently delivered essential supplies to primary schools in Carriacou and Petite Martinique, helping to ease the teaching process and strengthen the quality of education in the...

These are the Caribbean’s most amazing hotels, according to our experts

The good news is that all 30 island states and territories scattered across this balmy region have superb hotels aplenty. It doesn’t matter whether you’re seeking beach bliss, family fun, rainforest adventures or sublime slumber in a four-poster...

Understanding the ban on fish exports from Grenada to US

by Arley Salimbi Gill Come 1 January 2026, Grenada will be banned from exporting fish to the United States of America. This is significant because, in many respects, the US has been the main export destination for our fish, providing a ready...

Winning Moments: 76 Photographs From The 2025 Ocean Photographer Of The Year Awards

The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 has once again brought together some of the world’s most powerful and inspiring ocean imagery. Hosted by Oceanographic Magazine, the competition celebrates the beauty of the sea while also shining a light on...

11th Hour Racing sponsors 2025 Transat Café L'or

by Transat Café L'OR 7 Oct 06:21 PDT 26 October 2025 11th Hour Racing announced today that it will serve as the Sustainability Sponsor of the TRANSAT CAFÉ L'OR Le Havre Normandie, a premier transatlantic sailing race. Nearly 150 skippers will...

Saint Lucia emerges as a leader in authentic, nature-focused Caribbean tourism

8 October 2025 Saint Lucia is emerging as a key player in the Caribbean’s changing tourism landscape, tapping into rising demand for authentic, immersive, and sustainable travel. Tourists enjoy the lush landscapes of Saint Lucia Often called the...

This Day in History on October 10: Tokyo Olympics Open in 1964

October 10 stands out as a date marked by a tapestry of significant moments that have shaped global history across politics, science, culture, and innovation. One of the most impactful events on October 10 occurred in 1970, when the People's...

Friday essay: Peter Jackson, the Black Australian boxing champion you’ve never heard of

As we approach the headstone of Peter Jackson’s grave, we glimpse a flash of red at its base. Getting closer, we see that it’s a pair of boxing gloves. They are brand-new Fila gloves that retail for around A$80, so someone has spent a bit of...

Our favourite cruise lines to explore the Caribbean with

The Caribbean is made for cruising. Its year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches, diverse islands and fun onshore activities have mass appeal, so almost all of the major cruise lines spend time in the Caribbean each year. Larger ships visit the...

The Diocese of The Windward Islands

The Thirty-Ninth triennial Synod of the (Anglican) Diocese of the Windward Islands is scheduled for Monday 6th to Wednesday 8th October, 2025 with Sunday 5th and Thursday 9th being travelling days. The concelebrated Holy Eucharist to mark the...

Lafcadio Hearn (Yakumo Koizumi) and His Many Lives

October 9, 2025 Lafcadio Hearn (Yakumo Koizumi) and His Many Lives The Irish-Greek wanderer who became Japan’s foremost folklore chronicler By Takeshi Dylan Sadachi From late September 2025, NHK’s Asadora,Japan’s most-watched morning drama series...

Work in Progress: Christelle Oyiri

As a child, Christelle Oyiri spent her holidays visiting family in Guadeloupe. When she returned to the island alone in 2020, she began to uncover its histories of pollution and power. Contaminated by prolonged historical use of the pesticide...

Does terroir matter in spirits? Bourbon, Scotch, and tequila say yes

Wine people love the word terroir. It’s the one that makes dinner guests nod politely while secretly wondering if they should Google it later. Basically, it’s the idea that grapes taste like where they’re grown — soil, climate, weather, the whole...

Opinion: Can Ethiopia solve the West's 'puzzle' about Africa?

Seifudein Adem is seen in this photo provided by himself. By Seifudein Adem, Visiting Professor at the Institute for Advanced Research and Education, Doshisha University, Kyoto Thomas Jefferson, president of the United States from 1801 to 1809,...

Redeveloped Hewanorra International Airport potentially finished by 2029

By Enrique Rupert If all goes to plan, the redevelopment of the Hewanorra International Airport in Saint Lucia could possibly be completed by 2029, according to the General Manager of the Saint Lucia Air and Sea Port Authority (SLASPA) Daren...