With World Hearing Day 2025 falling on Carnival Monday, Shelly-Ann Inniss explores the ever-increasing risk of hearing loss in people of all ages, from a range of causes — including exposure to loud environments — while offering expert recommendations on prevention and management The post Defying the silence | Be well appeared first on Caribbean …
Kellie Magnus looks ahead to the exciting Caribbean literary festivals across the diaspora in 2025 The best way to get to know the Caribbean is to visit as many countries as you can. The second-best way? Experiencing the richness and diversity of the region through its literature. There’s an increasing number of opportunities to do …
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Island nations worldwide face mounting environmental and socioeconomic challenges. Last year, 2024, was set to be the hottest year on record, and the first calendar year to exceed 1.5C of global warming over pre-industrial temperature levels. With an ongoing, urgent need to implement solutions, the Global Sustainable Islands Summit (27–29 May) brings together leaders, experts, …
One of Caribbean history’s most enduring themes is piracy — starting from the 16th century when brigands first terrorised the region and acquired ill-gotten fortunes. Some 500 years later, pirates are still big business, but now they are mostly employed by the region’s tourist industry in a wide array of boat tours, treasure hunts, and …
The charming waterfront at St John’s harbour on Antigua’s northwest coast is a gateway to the island’s capital city Guarded by Fort James and Fort Barrington, most of St John’s attractions and historical landmarks are within walking distance from the Heritage Quay shopping complex. Day trips can include the Museum of Antigua & Barbuda (based …
Barbados’ Chalky Mount is a popular hiking spot for those seeking a gripping (no pun intended) challenge The post Rising up | Parting shot appeared first on Caribbean Beat Magazine. Source link
When I was a child, driving through Santa Cruz was the most special journey — one my family regularly undertook. In that magical world (the backseat of the car), I could feel the rush of cool breeze as we entered the valley, driving through the green and red leaves of the cocoa trees, past the …
Marlon James’ Get Millie Black (set in Jamaica and London), and Steven Soderbergh’s Full Circle (set in New York and Guyana) are two series of Caribbean interest for your watchlist, suggests Caroline Taylor The post Catalysing the conversations | Snapshot appeared first on Caribbean Beat Magazine. Source link
Caroline Taylor remembers the year that she tried to do almost everything for Carnival… Is a vibe coming outta we soulEverybody take up yuh roleThis year we playing brave and boldJumbies coming out ah dey hole — Machel Montano, “Jumbie” Picture it: Port of Spain, 2007. For a plucky 20-something, it is the first full …
As Trinidad Carnival 2025 approaches, Caesar’s Army invites revelers to celebrate unity and innovation with an electrifying lineup of events On Carnival Thursday, February 27th, Caesar’s Army transforms ANTILLEA into a real-world version of its virtual utopia. This premium all-inclusive beach event unites Caribbean culture through music, food, and drinks. At 5:00 AM, revellers dance …
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