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Police Investigate Large-Scale Firearm Smuggling into Dominica

Authorities have launched a major investigation into the large-scale importation of illegal firearms and ammunition into Dominica, with officials confirming multiple interceptions at the island’s ports of entry.Acting Chief of Police Lincoln Corbett revealed during a press conference on Monday that between January and mid-June, 42 firearms and over 200 rounds of ammunition were seized […]

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High Court Dismisses Challenge to Opposition Leader Appointment in Dominica

A High Court judge has dismissed a constitutional motion challenging how the Leader of the Opposition is appointed in Dominica’s House of Assembly, ruling the case was “without merit.”The motion, brought by Burney Ryan and supported by a legal team including former Trinidad and Tobago attorney general Anand Ramlogan, argued that the President should have

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Caribbean Leaders Push for Ocean Financing at UN Conference

Caribbean leaders are stepping up calls for sustainable ocean financing following the conclusion of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference, or UNOC3.At a key side event titled “Actioning Blue: Unlocking Sustainable Ocean Financing and Enhanced Ocean Coordination for Caribbean SIDS”, convened by the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund, Government of Grenada, OECS, and international donors, participants emphasized

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Dominica Among Countries Facing Potential U.S. Travel Ban

Dominica is one of 36 countries under review for possible travel restrictions by the United States, according to an internal memo obtained by The Washington Post. The memo, signed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, gives the listed nations 60 days to meet specific State Department requirements or face a travel ban.Key concerns cited

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Prime Minister Outlines Practical Education Reforms Starting September

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has announced a series of practical reforms to Dominica’s education system, set to begin with the new school year in September. The changes will focus on early childhood and primary education, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive, engaging, and relevant learning environment.Speaking at an education reform consultation held with school

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Dominica State Prison Launches Major Inmate Rehabilitation Program

A major inmate rehabilitation initiative is now underway at the Dominica State Prison, aimed at equipping inmates with skills and education to support their reintegration into society.Acting Superintendent of Prisons, Jeffrey Edmund, says the new initiative focuses on helping inmates develop skills and build confidence as they prepare to re-enter society.Speaking during a recent site

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Dominica Among Six Nations Benefiting from New Regional Pandemic Preparedness Project

Dominica is set to strengthen its ability to prevent and respond to future health emergencies, thanks to a new regional project launched in Saint Lucia this week.The initiative — “Strengthening Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Emerging Health Threats in the Eastern Caribbean” — is supported by a 24.4 million US dollar grant from the Pandemic

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PAHO Reports Challenges in Blood Donation Across the Caribbean

For World Blood Donor Day on June 14, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) released new data showing significant progress in voluntary blood donation throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, while highlighting ongoing challenges in achieving 100% voluntary donations.The preliminary report, Access to Blood for Transfusion in Latin American and Caribbean Countries 2023, reveals that

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Iran Rejects Ceasefire Negotiations While Under Israeli Attack

Iran has told mediators Qatar and Oman that it is not open to negotiating a ceasefire while it is under Israeli attack, an official briefed on the communications told Reuters on Sunday, as the two foes launched fresh attacks and raised fears of a wider conflict.Iran made “clear that it will not negotiate while under

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