LONDON, UK – Guyana is the lone Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country named in 15 new countries under the United Kingdom’s “deport now, appeal later” scheme as the European country seeks to send foreigners who commit crimes in the UK back to their home countries before they can appeal against the decision.

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The governor of Puerto Rico last Wednesday declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard after thousands of homes were left without water.

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The Guyana government Tuesday launched the first-ever crop insurance programme for rice farmers with President Irfaan Ali saying that it will provide free coverage for 6,000 rice farmers across Guyana, particularly those most vulnerable to the effects of climate change.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica has recorded 415 murders as of August 9 this year, down from the 712 killings the country experienced last year, according to the latest figures released by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).

CASTRIES, St. Lucia - The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the sub-regional Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) have paid tribute to the St. Lucian diplomat, Elma Gene Isaac, who died earlier this week.

CASTRIES, St. Lucia – St. Lucia's government on Friday urged the public to strictly observe drone safety regulations, especially near the George F. L. Charles Airport (GFLCA) in the capital, as St. Lucia prepares to bring to an end the 2025 carnival celebrations over the weekend.

PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti – Gang violence flared in Port-au-Prince on Thursday, with a top gang leader threatening to overthrow the precarious government as it prepared to hand over its rotating leadership.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaican authorities say they are providing child-friendly spaces to help children who are victims of crime feel safe.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica government days it is seeking clarification from the United States over international media reports that five migrants, including a Jamaican national had been deported to the African country of Eswatini earlier this week.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Over 140 Jamaicans will this year receive National Honours and Awards for outstanding contribution to the country in various fields.

UNITED NATIONS – The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Wednesday said that escalating violence and displacement continue to drive severe humanitarian needs across Haiti.

ROSEAU, Dominica - Dominica's government has announced plans for a limited gun amnesty, the establishment of a special unit to deal with firearm offences as well as the payment to persons providing information resulting in the seizure of discovery of illegal firearms.