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Volkswagen commended for recognising Jamaican culture
WASHINGTON, CMC – At least two Caribbean groups here have commended the German automobile company, Volkswagen, for its advertising campaign in recognizing what they describe as “the global impact of Jamaican culture.” While there have been some criticisms of the advertisement, Dr. Claire Nelson, the Jamaican-born president of the Washington-based Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) and the Caribbean Heritage Organization…
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Government scraps term limits for expatriate workers
HAMILTON, Bermuda, CMC — The new One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) government has scrapped the island’s term limit policy, introduced by the previous administration 12 years ago, in a move aimed at boosting the sluggish economy. Announcing the policy change during a media briefing on Wednesday, Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy said “We believe that the elimination of the policy will…
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IMF says overall fiscal position in St. Kitts Nevis stronger than expected
WASHINGTON, CMC – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says that despite a “difficult economic environment,” the overall fiscal position of St. Kitts and Nevis through the end of September last year was “stronger than expected.” After undertaking the fifth review under the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), the Washington-based financial institution said on Wednesday that the latest update on the twin-island federation…
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Bahamas judge rules gambling shops can stay open
NASSAU, Bahamas – A judge in The Bahamas says that underground gambling businesses on the islands can remain open pending the outcome of a legal battle. Wednesday's injunction came two days after voters rejected a referendum to legalise underground gambling operations known as “web shops”, where Bahamians bet on numbers in televised US lotteries. Lawyer Wayne Munroe says he and…
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Groups accuse immigration agents of receiving gifts for rounding up Caribbean nationals
NEW YORK, CMC – Two immigrant advocacy groups say they have found that United States Immigration border patrol agents who arrest Caribbean and other immigrants in New York State get gift cards, bonuses and extra vacations. The Families for Freedom and the New York University (NYU) Immigrant Rights Clinic said in a new report that the rewards include US$100 Home…
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