Caribbean News RoundUp

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  #447 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 July 2026 31.07.2026 15min

  A single week of headlines can redraw the map of belonging, security, and opportunity across the Caribbean and the diaspora. Here’s a look at the headlines on Episode 3 for July 2026 U.S. Congressman introduces the End Birthright Citizenship for US Territories Act.US Government moves to remove Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian ImmigrantsThe Nevis Geothermal Project enters a pivotal stagePuerto Rico Senate proposes video surveillance for retail alcoholic beverage licenses andMajor a...
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  #446 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 July 2026 24.07.2026 17min

  We track the biggest Caribbean headlines shaping trade, travel, and daily life. Here’s a look at our Caribbean headlines. The US imposed a new 12.5% tax on exports from 60 nations, including Caribbean countries.The US government suspended HUD funding in the US Virgin Islands.The US government has suspended mango imports from the Dominican Republic.British Virgin Islands' Grade 2 students top OECS Annual Education Assessments.The Caribbean and the Bahamas continue to be top cruise destin...
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  #445 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 July 2026 16.07.2026 18min

  We move through the biggest Caribbean headlines, with clear updates that matter across the islands and the diaspora Here’s a look at our Caribbean Headlines. Lawsuit filed by the U.S. Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue against major online travel companiesAirbnb is collaborating with the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management AgencyInternational investors propose US $100 million investment into Antigua's horse racing industry PGA TOUR event makes history in the Dominican R...
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  # 444 Caribbean News Round Up Week Episode 3 for June 2026 18.06.2026 16min

  We move fast through the biggest Caribbean and diaspora headlines, from Haiti’s 2026 election schedule to new energy and infrastructure partnerships across the region on Episode 3 for June 2026. Here are the headlines. UN Secretary General and Haiti Prime Minister meet ahead of Haiti’s two-round 2026 general elections Dominican Republic and United States sign memorandum on civil nuclear cooperation and energy securityGuyana and US talks focused on infrastructure projects and industrial c...
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  #443 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for June 2026 11.06.2026 14min

  We move through the biggest Caribbean-centered headlines for June 2026, from U.S. visa decisions to major projects shaping tourism, education, energy, and agriculture across the region. We also spotlight cultural wins and upcoming events that keep Caribbean pride and community connection strong on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode 2 for June 2026. Here are the headlines. U.S. expands enforcement against birth tourism schemes using fraudulent documents and coaching servicesAntigua and...
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  # 442 Caribbean News Round Up Week of June 1, 2026 04.06.2026 13min

  We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from Cuba’s shutdown of Visa and MasterCard transactions to new trade tariffs aimed at the Bahamas. We also track Guyana’s fast-changing economy, regional health updates, and community wins in tech, scholarships, and public service leadership on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of June 1, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Cuba suspending Visa and MasterCard transactions amid US sanctions and knock-on effects for touris...
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  # 441 Caribbean News Round Up Week of May 25, 2026 28.05.2026 17min

  We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from CARICOM’s warning about the humanitarian impact of sanctions on Cuba to new Ebola-related travel restrictions in the northern Caribbean. We also track how the region is funding resilience, tightening security, expanding tech ambitions, and deepening freedom of movement across borders on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of May 25, 2026. Other headlines in this episode include BVI telecom CEO leads regional utility regu...
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  #440 Caribbean News Round Up Week of April 20 23.04.2026 22min

  We bring you the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from new tourism routes and cruise expansion to major investments, climate resilience, and regional security. We also spotlight standout sports achievements and a community awards program that recognizes people doing the work without the spotlight on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of April 20, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. UAE to Antigua route in the works for 2027Disney Cruise Line expands to the Dominican Republic...
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  #439 Caribbean News Round Up Week of April 13 16.04.2026 24min

  We move through the Caribbean’s biggest headlines of the week, from renewed demands for reparations to the economic math behind fuel, food, and inflation. We also track security concerns tied to Haiti, new climate financing, and the tourism and culture stories shaping regional growth in this fast-moving Caribbean news roundup for the week of April 13th. Here are today’s headlines. UK Reform Party wants to bar visas in responses on reparatory justiceDominican Republic and Suriname urge interna...
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  #438 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of April 6 08.04.2026 14min

  The energy and humanitarian crisis and changing security conditions in the region are our focus. Diplomacy, elections, public safety, and a major hunger relief campaign are also covered in Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of April 6, 2026. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. To underwrite or advertise with Pulse of the Caribbean Podcasts or for marketplace feature ...
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  #437 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 30 01.04.2026 16min

  From Haiti’s deadly gang violence to energy, border security, trade, and climate resilience across the region, we connect the dots between public safety, modern infrastructure, and how Caribbean governments try to protect people while building long-term stability on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 30, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Haiti gang attack described as a massacre with mass displacement Cuba fuel shortages and humanitarian oil delivery ...
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  #436 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 23 26.03.2026 20min

  We spotlight a UN-backed push for slavery reparations, migration, economic opportunities, and new regional policies on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Ghana-led UN resolution condemning transatlantic slavery, calling for apologies and reparation gets supportCARICOM chair Dr. Terrance Drew urges unity in trade, mobility, and institutions at Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Mad...
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  #435 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 23 24.03.2026 21min

  We track the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from a landmark direct charter flight to Africa to urgent updates on energy, health leadership, climate resilience, and food security. We also spotlight cultural industry growth, standout athletic wins, and diaspora events on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. OECS-backed charter flight from the Caribbean to Abuja for African Caribbean Investment Summit themed “Reverse M...
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  #434 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 17 19.03.2026 14min

  Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup brings a fast, Caribbean-centered look at the stories shaping policy, business, travel, and everyday life across the region and the diaspora on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 19, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Barbados plans energy security symposium to protect against oil price shocksGuyana reaches a first in fully automated geological well placement offshoreGrenada joins the expanded US visa bond program for B1 ...
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  #433 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 17 17.03.2026 13min

  We track the biggest headlines shaping daily life across the Caribbean, from global oil shocks to the policy moves on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 17, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Guyana responds to a global oil price spike with Antigua and Barbuda absorbing higher petroleum costs to steady gasoline pricesCuba’s high-level consultations with the United States moving forwardCaribbean Development Bank makes major investments in climate financ...
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  #432 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 9 12.03.2026 15min

  Global pressure turns into local reality, and the underlining theme is resilience on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Jamaica’s net international reserves provides hedge against oil price spikesGuyana receives global companies proposals for an ammonia and urea fertilizer plant using natural gasGuyana’s homestead agriculture project for Tiger Bay women brings great economic opportunities British Virgin Islands set...
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  #431 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 9 10.03.2026 14min

  Tensions in the Middle East pushed oil above $100 a barrel, as small island economies watch prices, another current runs through the region: active plans to strengthen security, modernize energy exploration, and unlock new trade channels is on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Iran names new Supreme LeaderGuyana’s 3D seismic data and licensing strategy Regional security pact against cartels and crime12th UK–Caribb...
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  #430 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of March 2 05.03.2026 18min

  Elections, energy, trade, and public health converge across the Caribbean on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Haiti sets a transitional roadmap for security, recovery, and credible electionsDominican Republic business groups align to formalize border trade and drive growth with HaitiUSVI Governor Bryan looks for local resolution with USVI-BVI charter policy US House Bill for In-state tuition for U.S. territory st...
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  #429 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 2 03.03.2026 18min

  We track how Middle East tensions spill into Caribbean life, from fuel prices to travel warnings, and how leaders answer with diplomacy, aid, and innovation. We also look at tech scaling abroad, climate-smart farming, and new bets on minerals and tourism on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. UN condemnation of US, Israeli, and Iranian strikes and calls for de-escalationBahamas advise Bahamians on inflation risk, and tra...
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  #428 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 Week of February 23 26.02.2026 20min

  We track the Caribbean’s most urgent shifts: CARICOM at 50, U.S. policy on Caribbean security, maritime rules, and more on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of February 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Caribbean leaders gather for the 50th CARICOM summit in St. Kitts and Nevis on climate, food, crime, and stabilityUS Secretary of State Attends CARICOM ConferenceAntigua and Barbuda coordinates with CARICOM on its student safety concerns in CubaPreparations und...