Quick Glance: Powerful Earthquake Shakes the Caribbean
  • A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the western Caribbean on Saturday night, prompting a tsunami advisory for the Cayman Islands.

  • The Cayman Islands later issued an 'all clear' as no tsunami was observed and no significant damage was reported.

  • Although initially measured at 8.0, the USGS later downgraded the quake to 7.6, noting 'little or no population' was exposed to the shaking.

  • The USGS indicated that large earthquakes at this tectonic boundary are expected, citing ten magnitude 6 or greater quakes in the last century.
#FPReels : Massive Earthquake Strikes Caribbean, Triggers Tsunami Warning A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea near the Cayman Islands ... Show more
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Dave Harden, Georgetown Strategy Group chief, says Trump administration’s decision to pause international aid will have far-reaching consequences for global ... Show more
Daley Outerbridge inspires Bermuda to winning start in Puerto Rico : Bermuda 2 Cayman Islands 0 Bermuda made the perfect start to their Fifa Under-17 ...
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Daley Outerbridge inspires Bermuda to winning start in Puerto Rico
Swim with stingrays and sea turtles on Grand Cayman, a tropical haven: Swim with stingrays, starfish and sea turtles in the largest of the three Cayman Islands.
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Swim with stingrays and sea turtles on Grand Cayman, a tropical haven
Plans for an ambitious inner-city youth to work overseas and build his dream home in Jamaica have ended after the tragic news that the Rockfort, east Kingston ... Show more

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AK-Sky is a rapper from Pakistan. Her family only allowed her to rap because she had the support of her fiance, now she uses her music to talk about female ... Show more
Jamaica Renews Push to Abandon British Monarchy, Become Republic: The British monarchy took a hit this week as Jamaica introduced a bill that would ditch King ...
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Jamaica Renews Push to Abandon British Monarchy, Become Republic
Sharks now associate scuba divers with food, prompting alert in Caribbean, experts say
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Sharks now associate scuba divers with food, prompting alert in Caribbean ...
Diego Garcia Is Too Important for the US Military to Lose: The Indian Ocean archipelago is a key hub for strategic operations along with its allies ...
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Diego Garcia Is Too Important for the US Military to Lose
Women's Top 25 roundup: Utah hands No. 3 Notre Dame 2nd straight loss: Gianna Kneepkens had 16 points to help Utah pull off a 78-67 upset of No ...
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Women's Top 25 roundup: Utah hands No. 3 Notre Dame 2nd straight loss
Prince William wants to put a smaller 'r' in royal. Here's what that means.: The Prince of Wales has revealed he is taking a more modern approach to royal duties ...
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Prince William wants to put a smaller 'r' in royal. Here's what that means ...
Quick Glance: Prince William Modernizes Monarchy with Empathy Approach
  • Prince William aims for a modernized perspective on royal duties, advocating for a lowercase 'r' in royal.

  • He emphasizes the importance of impactful philanthropy, collaboration, and empathy in his future role as king.

  • Reactions to his comments are mixed, with some criticizing his efforts as insufficient.

  • William reflects on the challenges of the past year as the royal family faces health issues.
Three dead, three hospitalised after St Mary crash: ST MARY, Jamaica – Three persons are dead while three others are hospitalised in serious conditions following ...
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Three dead, three hospitalised after St Mary crash
WATCH: St Mary footbridge at risk of collapse as heavy rains loom: WATCH: St Mary footbridge at risk of collapse as heavy rains loom With heavy rains forecasted ...
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WATCH: St Mary footbridge at risk of collapse as heavy rains loom
Cuba left reeling after Category 3 hurricane ravages island and knocks out power grid
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Cuba left reeling after Category 3 hurricane ravages island and knocks out ...
Quick Glance: Hurricane Rafael Devastates Cuba, Leaves Power Outages
  • Cuba faced devastation from a Category 3 hurricane, destroying hundreds of homes and crippling the power grid.

  • Authorities reported over 283,000 evacuations and more than 461 homes collapsed due to the storm.

  • Restoration of electricity is progressing slowly as safety precautions are prioritized.

  • The recent disasters have heightened discontent in Cuba, already exacerbated by an ongoing economic crisis.
Rafael expected to strengthen into hurricane before making landfall in Cuba: Tropical Storm Rafael is set to become a hurricane near the Cayman Islands on ...
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Rafael expected to strengthen into hurricane before making landfall in ...
Hurricane Rafael Makes Landfall in Cuba as Category 3 Storm: Latest Updates: The storm made landfall on Wednesday afternoon, and forecasters warned of flash ...
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Hurricane Rafael Makes Landfall in Cuba as Category 3 Storm: Latest ...
Did vou feel that earthquake? An estimated magnitude 5.4 earthquake was reported at 10:50 am on Sunday morning, it’s epicenter 52 km from Pilon, Cuba ... Show more

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For more than three decades, Leroy Long, a fruit vendor who goes by the moniker “Piney”, has stood at the corner of Duke and Sutton streets in downtown ... Show more

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This year marks the 60th anniversary of Duhaney Park, one of the earliest housing projects built in the 1960s to address the growing demand for affordable ... Show more

Duhaney Park is 60 years old! - Jamaica Observer
Cuba prepares as storm in Caribbean shows signs of strengthening: The forecasted storm was expected to move near Jamaica by late Monday and be near or over the ...
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Cuba prepares as storm in Caribbean shows signs of strengthening
Britain’s King Charles III had just finished giving a speech to Australia’s Parliament House on Monday when an Indigenous senator began yelling ... Show more

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Spy Taught Royal Family How to Slander U.S. Love Interests: Long before Meghan Markle, Wallis Simpson was the target of a vicious smear campaign by the British ...
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Spy Taught Royal Family How to Slander U.S. Love Interests
Weather system in southern Caribbean expected to strengthen and head northward this week
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Weather system in southern Caribbean expected to strengthen and head ...
Tropical Storm Rafael expected to strengthen into hurricane in the Gulf; heavy rain forecast for Florida
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Tropical Storm Rafael expected to strengthen into hurricane in the Gulf; ...
So what do Australians think of the British monarchy’s role in their country? King Charles’s first visit to Australia since becoming the head of state has ... Show more

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Quick Glance: Hurricane Helene: Catastrophic Damage Hits Florida and Georgia
  • Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, quickly weakening to Category 1 while still causing catastrophic winds and rain in affected areas.

  • The National Weather Service warned of an unprecedented storm surge of 15 to 20 feet in the Big Bend region, with flooding also impacting Georgia and the southern Appalachians.

  • Nearly 1.3 million customers in Florida and over 367,000 in Georgia lost power early Friday, with hurricane warnings in effect across multiple states.

  • Climate change is linked to record ocean temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico, increasing the likelihood of rapid storm intensification.
Phoenix brings Rihanna’s iconic cosmetics to Bermuda: The Phoenix Stores and singer-turned-beauty and fashion mogul Rihanna are bringing to Bermuda her ...
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Phoenix brings Rihanna’s iconic cosmetics to Bermuda
Quick Glance: Rihanna Launches Iconic Cosmetics in Bermuda
  • The Phoenix Stores has secured exclusive rights to sell Rihanna's Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Eau De Parfum in Bermuda.

  • Upcoming events include in-store classes and prize draws, with a chance to win a trip to Barbados.

  • Rihanna has transformed the cosmetics industry by offering products for all skin tones, promoting inclusivity in beauty.

  • With an estimated net worth of $1.7 billion, Rihanna is the world's richest female musician, largely due to her successful business ventures.
Florida prepares for major hurricane as heavy rains lash Cayman Islands: Hurricane conditions could be possible in parts of Cuba and Mexico early Wednesday and ...
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Florida prepares for major hurricane as heavy rains lash Cayman Islands
Hurricane watch issued for Florida as storms dump rain on Caribbean: A cluster of thunderstorms could soon become a major hurricane en route to the southeast U.S ...
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Hurricane watch issued for Florida as storms dump rain on Caribbean
Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte 'may never become working royals': A report has claimed that Prince William and Princess Kate have some 'radical ...
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Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte 'may never become working royals'
Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte 'may never become working royals': Prince William is said to be considering some 'radical' changes to the monarchy ...
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Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte 'may never become working royals'
Meghan and Harry find themselves left out in cold as Royals make big focus shift: King Charles and Queen Camilla have convened this summer's 'Balmoral ...
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Meghan and Harry find themselves left out in cold as Royals make big focus ...
Quick Glance: Prince Harry's NYC Visit with Enhanced Security
  • Prince Harry is set to visit New York City next month to advance his philanthropic initiatives.

  • His wife Meghan Markle will remain in California while he engages with various patronages.

  • Following a 'near catastrophic' paparazzi chase in May 2023, Harry will receive additional security during this trip.

  • The visit coincides with his brother Prince William's Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit, with William's attendance still uncertain.
A Stylish Oasis By The Caribbean Sea : How Palm Heights, the lavish boutique hotel in the Cayman Islands, has become a sanctuary for creatives seeking community ...
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A Stylish Oasis By The Caribbean Sea 
Angry Over Controversial Dismissal, Carlos Brathwaite Hits His Helmet Out Of The Park. Watch | Cricket News
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Angry Over Controversial Dismissal, Carlos Brathwaite Hits His Helmet Out ...
Maharaj leads S Africa to series win over West Indies: Keshav Maharaj took three wickets to lead South Africa to a 40-run win over West Indies in the second test ...
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Maharaj leads S Africa to series win over West Indies
Sad Warner image is sign cricket is dying: A visibly fuming David Warner has been dismissed for 12 runs while opening for the Boca Raton Trailblazers via a sharp ...
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Sad Warner image is sign cricket is dying
Season's fifth tropical depression forms, is expected to become Tropical Storm Ernesto early this week
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Season's fifth tropical depression forms, is expected to become Tropical ...
Meghan Markle tipped to turn her diaries into explosive new book to rock Royal Family
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Meghan Markle tipped to turn her diaries into explosive new book to rock ...
Quick Glance: First Signs of Trouble for Harry and Meghan
  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement was announced on November 27, 2017, followed by a BBC interview.

  • Expert Ashley Pearson noted that this interview showcased early signs of trouble for the couple.

  • Meghan admitted she was unprepared for the public interest and had limited knowledge about royal life.

  • In their 2022 Netflix documentary, Meghan described the interview as an 'orchestrated reality show,' expressing concerns about the questioning format.
King Charles just got a $58 million raise: Britain’s crown estate had a record-setting net revenue profit of $1.42 billion this year
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King Charles just got a $58 million raise
Quick Glance: King Charles' Returns from Labour's GB Energy Deal and Planned Expenditures
  • The King is expected to generate significant earnings after the Crown Estate signed a contract to partner with the state energy company Labour.

  • A large portion of the King's income comes from the profits of the Crown Estate, which go to the Treasury, with a portion being passed on to the King.

  • Despite the decrease in the share of Crown Estate profits sent to the King, he is likely to continue benefiting significantly from the partnership with GB Energy.

  • The profits from the Crown Estate are used for the operation of the royal households and expenses related to the official duties of the Royal Family, such as travel and accommodations.
T&T boys reach CAZOVA semis: TRINIDAD and Tobago’s boys produced another impressive performance on Monday night to march into the semi-finals of the Caribbean ...
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T&T boys reach CAZOVA semis
Hurricane Beryl churns toward Mexico after leaving destruction in Jamaica and eastern Caribbean
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Hurricane Beryl churns toward Mexico after leaving destruction in Jamaica ...
Quick Glance: Hurricane Beryl Tracker: Projected Path of Category 5 Storm
  • Hurricane Beryl is expected to pass through Jamaica as a Category 4 storm, bringing life-threatening winds and storm surge.

  • The storm is forecast to move over Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico.

  • Despite weakening, Beryl is expected to remain a hurricane in the northwestern Caribbean.

  • Invest 96L has decreased chances of forming into a storm, with potential heavy rainfall for the Lesser Antilles.
Sound system selector shot dead at traffic light in St Andrew: A popular sound system selector was shot dead Sunday morning after leaving a nightclub in St ...
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Sound system selector shot dead at traffic light in St Andrew
Jamaica’s hurricane recovery efforts bolstered by donation from Cayman Islands: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government has received US$200,000 and an assortment of ...
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Jamaica’s hurricane recovery efforts bolstered by donation from Cayman ...
LIVE MAP: Track the path of Tropical Storm Beryl: Beryl is blamed for killing several people in Texas and at least one in Louisiana.
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LIVE MAP: Track the path of Tropical Storm Beryl
JPS to get help from line crews out of Belize, Cayman – Holness: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Line crews from Belize and the Cayman Islands are to travel to Jamaica to ...
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JPS to get help from line crews out of Belize, Cayman – Holness
Prince William and Princess Kate Secretly Donate Funds to Those Impacted By Hurricane Beryl
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Prince William and Princess Kate Secretly Donate Funds to Those Impacted ...
Quick Glance: Beryl Tracker: Projected Path, Models Towards Texas
  • Beryl, previously classified as a hurricane and now categorized as a tropical storm, is anticipated to regain hurricane strength before reaching the south Texas coast late Sunday or early Monday, as per the National Hurricane Center.

  • Currently moving west-northwest, the storm is predicted to shift towards north-northwest by Sunday night and then northward by Monday. Beryl's center is forecasted to approach the Texas coast by Sunday and make landfall on Monday.

  • A hurricane warning has been issued for the Texas coast extending from Baffin Bay - north of Padre Island - to Sargent, located southwest of Galveston, Texas.

  • Forecasters predict that Beryl will likely bring heavy rainfall of 5 to 10 inches - with localized amounts of up to 15 inches in certain areas - to the Texas Gulf Coast and eastern Texas, potentially leading to localized flooding.
Armie Hammer Tried to Work as a Drama Teacher in Cayman Islands: Armie Hammer revealed he tried to work as a drama teacher in the Cayman Islands but could not ...
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Armie Hammer Tried to Work as a Drama Teacher in Cayman Islands
Some Caribbean islands see almost 'total destruction' after Hurricane Beryl: Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency reports island by island damages from ...
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Some Caribbean islands see almost 'total destruction' after Hurricane ...
Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category 5 storm after killing 2 in Caribbean - National | Globalnews.ca
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Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category 5 storm after killing 2 in ...
Cruise ships change courses as Hurricane Beryl tears through the Caribbean: Cruise lines are altering some of their cruises’ courses in the Caribbean as ...
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Cruise ships change courses as Hurricane Beryl tears through the Caribbean
Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Mexican coast: Tropical Storm Beryl passed over Mexico's top beach destinations on Friday, bringing strong winds and heavy rain ...
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Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Mexican coast
A sense of ‘calm’ as Caribbean prepares for Category 4 Hurricane Beryl: Beryl is expected to slam the Lesser Antilles islands with potential “life-threatening” ...
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A sense of ‘calm’ as Caribbean prepares for Category 4 Hurricane Beryl
Kate and William make private donation to Hurricane Beryl victims in Caribbean: The two royals are understood to be "closely" monitoring the impact of ...
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Kate and William make private donation to Hurricane Beryl victims in ...
Tropical Storm Beryl Forms In Atlantic—And Could Become A Major Hurricane: Here’s Where It’s Expected To Go
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Tropical Storm Beryl Forms In Atlantic—And Could Become A Major Hurricane: ...
Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite Cruise On The Norwegian Pearl Is Returning For A Second Excursion
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Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite Cruise On The Norwegian Pearl Is Returning For ...
Harry and Meghan Markle Not Invited to Trooping the Color—Again: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been absent from many royal events since the coronation of ...
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Harry and Meghan Markle Not Invited to Trooping the Color—Again
Cayman Islands national soccer team does not travel to Cuba due to visa risk: The Cayman Islands soccer team is largely made up of recreational players ...
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Cayman Islands national soccer team does not travel to Cuba due to visa ...
Chanel’s controlling family’s personal wealth has jumped $12.4 billion in 3 years as the business weathers luxury demand downturn
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Chanel’s controlling family’s personal wealth has jumped $12 ...
King Charles portrait has the internet aghast: See the reactions: Seeing red.
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King Charles portrait has the internet aghast: See the reactions