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Ukraine will obtain up to 100 French-made Rafale warplanes over the next 10 years under a deal signed on Monday, both countries said, as Kyiv seeks to bolster its defences against Russia’s invasion. Air defence systems, munitions and drones were also included in the letter of intent signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and his […]

DOWASCO says residents of Paix Bouche can look forward to a major improvement in their water supply by the end of November. Speaking on the DOWASCO in 10 programme, company PRO Kimani St Jean announced that the Paix Bouche Water Enhancement Project, funded under the Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF 10), is nearing completion after

The Government of Dominica has handed over four new waste collection trucks to the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC) to improve efficiency and reduce delays in waste disposal. DSWMC General Manager Florian Mitchell said the vehicles fulfill a longstanding government pledge to modernize waste management and will be distributed across the island. He added,

The Government of Dominica has announced that the official funeral for the late Mr. Julius C. Timothy, former Government Minister, Member of Parliament, and distinguished businessman, will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church beginning at 2 p.m. A public viewing will take place earlier in the day, from

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy has announced an early start to Dominica’s 2025/26 white potato season. A shipment of 1,160 bags of seed potatoes featuring the high-performing Desiree and Spunta varieties has arrived on island. The Ministry’s Plant Quarantine Unit will soon begin testing the seeds to ensure they are of

In sports, The Dominica Men’s Senior National Football Team made its debut in the CONCACAF Series this week in St. Kitts. The tournament offers match opportunities for countries already eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Dominica has been drawn in Group B alongside Belize, St. Martin, Sint Maarten, and host nation St. Kitts.

Venezuela is deploying weapons, including decades-old Russian-made equipment, and is planning to mount a guerrilla-style resistance or sow chaos in the event of a U.S. air or ground attack, according to sources with knowledge of the efforts and planning documents seen by Reuters. The approach is a tacit admission of the South American country’s shortage

Ukraine is being shaken by one of the biggest wartime corruption scandals since Russia’s invasion three years ago, after investigators raided the homes of top officials and a former business partner of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as part of an investigation into an alleged sprawling corruption scheme in the country’s energy sector. Ukraine’s main anti-corruption agencies

The National Bank of Dominica has once again distinguished itself on the regional stage, capturing three top honours at the 2025 ECCU Bank of the Year Awards. NBD walked away with awards for Technological Innovation, Customer Service, and the coveted title of ECCU Distinguished Bank of the Year. The bank was also shortlisted in all

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has announced plans to create a National Heroes Park in Dominica to formally recognize citizens who have made outstanding contributions to the nation’s development. Speaking during the 47th Independence Day celebrations, Prime Minister Skerrit said the government will soon appoint a national committee to advise on the establishment of the park