Day: January 3, 2025

Concerns are growing over the potential vulnerabilities of the Caribbean’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs following revelations that Dominica’s CBI initiative allowed an Iranian oil baron and his associates to bypass international sanctions and access the global banking system. Opposition Senator Dominic Fedee warns that this issue not only affects Dominica but poses a threat to the credibility of other CBI programs across the OECS.

A tenant in Fuad-A-Chaud, Castries, is appealing for public assistance after being asked to vacate her rental property over high water bills. The tenant claims she had raised unresolved maintenance issues with her landlord. However, the landlord alleges that the tenant has failed to pay rent for six months.

The 2025 Nobel Laureate Festival has officially launched, marking a tribute to the enduring legacies of Saint Lucia’s Nobel Laureates, Sir Derek Alton Walcott and Sir William Arthur Lewis. These iconic figures continue to inspire generations of Saint Lucians, encouraging a pursuit of excellence across diverse fields.

How did you enjoy the New Year celebrations?