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Caribbean wrestles with migration

Dutch Caribbean is latest to offer immigration amnesty as issue continues to haunt the region amid economic crisis. (BBC)


Forum: A crime epidemic?

As violent attacks continue, is the Caribbean in danger of losing the battle against crime? (BBC)


The Caribbean and global warming

New projections of sea level rises of around three feet highlight the vulnerability of coastal communities in several Caribbean nations. (BBC)


Taxing times for UK territories

Report on UK overseas territories backs more taxes and better financial regulation as they battle tough times. (BBC)


Guyana eyes end to monopoly

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Gayle to lead Windies in Australia

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Swine flu: round two

The second surge of the swine flu outbreak is having a varied impact across the Caribbean. (BBC)


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Retrial (BBC)


Cannabis policy eased (BBC)


Anger at ban (BBC)


Digital natives (BBC)


Cancer crossing over (BBC)


Feature: hip hop at 30 (BBC)


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Government workers bite the bullet

Public sector job cuts reach the Caribbean as government workers in Puerto Rico and Jamaica face lay-offs. (BBC)


Kathak king Birju Maharaj enthrals Trinidad and Tobago

Port-of-Spain, Nov 8 (IANS) Noted Kathak exponent Pandit Birju Maharaj mesmerised Trinidad and Tobago, capturing the imagination of the packed audience at Queen's Hall that is a premier venue for cultural shows here. (caribbeanherald.com)


'Pirates of the Caribbean' star Jonathan Pryce 'doesn't want another sequel'

London, November 08 : Pirates of the Caribbean actor Jonathan Pryce has criticised making of sequels of high budget films, hinting that he does not wish for another addition to the pirate series. (caribbeanherald.com)


Royal Caribbean wins best family cruise line award

PENNINGTON, N.J. (AP) -- Royal Caribbean won the award for best family cruise line and Carnival won in the category of best for first-time cruisers in CruiseCritic.com's annual editors' picks awards. (caribbeanherald.com)


Dolphins' Crowder, Ferguson out vs. Pats | NFL scores

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - For 24 straight games, including the 2008 playoffs, Jason Ferguson had been a run-stopping force in the middle of the Dolphins' defensive line. That changes today at Gillette S... (caribbeanherald.com)


Orlando shooting victim had South Florida ties

The man shot dead by a gunman at an Orlando office Friday was a well-respected employee who worked hard for his fiancee and baby and got along with everyone, those who know him say. Otis Beckford, ... (caribbeanherald.com)


Woman dies after being struck on State Road 7

A 70-year-old woman trying to cross State Road 7 died after being struck by a vehicle on Saturday, according to Davie police.The woman was on State Road 7 just south of Griffin Road , said Sgt. Rob Ch... (caribbeanherald.com)


Winterfest Boat Parade grand marshals announced

Reality star Kim Kardashian and basketball star Alonzo Mourning will be co-grand marshal's in this year's boat parade, officials announced over the weekend. More details on this year's Winterfest B... (caribbeanherald.com)


Jason Taylor has new optimism

Jason Taylor works 15 minutes from home again. He attends his kids' ballgames again. He has in-season dates with his wife again. He's a force on the (caribbeanherald.com)


Kathak king Birju Maharaj enthrals Trinidad and Tobago

By Paras Ramoutar, Port-of-Spain, Nov 8 : Noted Kathak exponent Pandit Birju Maharaj mesmerised Trinidad and Tobago, capturing the imagination of the packed audience at Queen's Hall that is a premier ... (caribbeanherald.com)


Hurricane Watch Set for Mexico's Caribbean Coast

CANCUN, Mexico | Officials readied storm shelters along Mexico's Caribbean coast Saturday and told fishermen and tour operators to pull in their boats amid warnings that Tropical Storm Ida could becom... (caribbeanherald.com)


Frederic Castro joins Jakobsland Partners

BARCELONA, SPAIN, November 08, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Jakobsland Partners has announced the appointment of Frederic Castro as consulting partner effective November 1st, 2009. Prior to joining J... (caribbeanherald.com)


New scheduled air service puts the Bahamas' Out Islands within reach

Cape Eleuthera , South Eleuthera, 242-334-8500, www.capeeleuthera.com. New, chic two-bedroom condo resort with historic marina, and more to come. Rates $249-$649. (caribbeanherald.com)