Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
WHO certifies Suriname malaria-free
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
·
The World Health Organization (WHO) says Suriname has became the first country in the Amazon region to receive malaria-free certification following nearly 70 years of commitment by the government and people of the...
World News | Suriname's National Assembly Newly-elected Chairman Ashwin Adhin Takes Oath in Sanskrit
Latestly
·
July 1, 2025
Paramaribo [Suriname], July 1 (ANI): Suriname's newly elected National Assembly chairman Ashwin Adhin took his oath in the Sanskrit language. He is now the second leader in Suriname to take his oath in Sanskrit. Also Read | India-US Relations:...
On This Day: Canada becomes self-governing
United Press International (UPI)
·
July 1 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1847, the first U.S. postage stamps were issued. In 1859, the first intercollegiate baseball game was played in Pittsfield, Mass., and it was a high-scoring contest. Amherst beat Williams, 66-32. In...
'Every day I see land disappear': Suriname's battle to keep sea at bay
Banner Graphic - Indiana
·
In the dead of night on a beach in Suriname's capital Paramaribo, a group of just-hatched baby sea turtles clamber out of their sandy nesting hole and race, flippers flailing, towards the sea. For years, endangered leatherbacks and green turtles...
WHO certifies Suriname as malaria free after decades of efforts
Medical News
·
June 30, 2025
Today, Suriname became the first country in the Amazon region to receive malaria-free certification from the World Health Organization (WHO). This historic milestone follows nearly 70 years of commitment by the government and people of Suriname to...
Cuba to Hold International Convention on…
Periódico 26
·
The 15th International Convention on Environment and Development will be held at the Havana-based Conference Center from July 1 to 5, with the expected participation of professionals from a dozen countries. Havana, Cuba.- The organizers announced...
Cuba to hold International Convention on Environment
Prensa Latina - Cuba
·
June 30, 2025
The organizers announced that nearly 700 Cuban specialists and more than 70 foreigners from Argentina, Canada, Chile, Spain, the United States, Haiti, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Saint Lucia, and Suriname will attend the Convention. The event...
Suriname: TotalEnergies Acquires 25% Interest in Block 53
The AI Journal
·
June 27, 2025
PARIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TotalEnergies (Paris:TTE) (LSE:TTE) (NYSE:TTE) has signed an agreement to acquire the 25% interest held by Moeve (formerly known as CEPSA) in Block 53, offshore Suriname, joining APA (45%, operator) and Petronas (30%) as...
Cuba will host International Convention on Environment and Development
Radio Habana Cuba
·
June 30, 2025
Cuba will host International Convention on Environment and Development Havana, June 30 (RHC) Cuba will host the 15th International Conference on Environmental and Development Issues, which will take place from July 1st to 5th at the Havana...
TotalEnergies to Acquire Stake in Suriname's Block 53
Rigzone
·
June 30, 2025
TotalEnergies SE said it has signed an agreement to acquire the 25 percent interest held by Spanish integrated energy firm Moeve, formerly known as CESPA, in Block 53 offshore Suriname. The interest is held by CEPSA Suriname S.L., an affiliate of...
TotalEnergies acquires 25% interest in Block 53 offshore Suriname
Offshore Technology
·
June 30, 2025
TotalEnergies has announced the signing of an agreement with Spanish company Moeve (formerly CEPSA) to acquire the 25% interest held by Moeve in Block 53, offshore Suriname. This acquisition positions TotalEnergies as a partner in the licence...
Dennis Minott | Meal plans for political mastodons in the US and Jamaica
The Gleaner
·
June 29, 2025
From golden pancakes of denial to scandal stew with titty-bread rolls, our leaders are dining on delusion — and they are bloated with taxpayer gravy. BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS What does a typical day look like in the belly of a political mastodon?...
Opposition politicises issue of Hindi language in education policy
Sunday Guardian Live
·
June 28, 2025
Rahul Gandhi and allies oppose Hindi in education, sparking debate over language, identity, and politics. NEW DELHI: The Indian National Congress, led by Rahul Gandhi, along with its allies like M.K. Stalin from Tamil Nadu, Uddhav Thackeray from...
Caribbean governments must stop outsourcing national security to the USA
Stabroek News
·
June 29, 2025
Dear Editor, The rise and entrenchment of organized criminal enterprises across the Caribbean forces us to confront a troubling question: Has the United States of America (USA) become the “Unintended Security Agency (USA)” for nations in our...
Afreximbank president exits after transformative decade
The Citizen
·
Abuja. As Prof Benedict Oramah delivered his final address as President of Afreximbank during the opening ceremony of the institution’s 32nd Annual Meetings in Abuja, he offered a narrative of transformation, anchored in ambition, resilience and...
Suriname elections declared valid, paving way for new government formation
Caribbean National Weekly
·
June 23, 2025
The Independent Electoral Bureau (OKB) has officially declared Suriname’s May 25 parliamentary elections valid, clearing the way for a new government to be installed. The announcement comes after the Central Main Electoral Office (CHS) publicly...
Suriname: General election results in Suriname declared valid
Loop News
·
CMC – The parliamentary elections held in Suriname on May 25 have been declared valid by the Independent Electoral Bureau (OKB), paving the way for a new government to be installed in this Dutch-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country. The...
International Cherries set for knockouts in summer tournaments: Round up
Daily Echo
·
The Concacaf Gold Cup continues in North America, while Alex Scott is set for a semifinal for the Young Lions. Julian Araujo and his Mexican teammates have reached the quarterfinals. But Araujo is yet to make an appearance, not coming off the...
People, Partnerships, Prosperity: Promoting A Secure & Sustainable Future
Our News Bahamas
·
July 6, 2025
Advertisement MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – Preparations for the 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting have been underway for some time in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the Our News team visited the convention center ahead of the opening as the country’s...
Afeximbank president ends tenure, lauding expansion to the Caribbean
I Witness News
·
June 27, 2025
By Kenton X. Chance ABUJA, Nigeria (CMC) — Professor Benedict O. Oramah on Friday ended his 10-year stint as president and chairman of the board of directors of the Egypt-based African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), hailing the financial...