Day: January 22, 2025

A local taxi driver, Biden Didier, has expressed frustration over delays in obtaining a vehicle sticker, which has left him unable to operate his taxi without penalties.

The President of the National Principals Association, Neal Fontenelle, is urging investment in training teachers and students on artificial intelligence (AI) as part of this year’s International Day of Education theme, “AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation.” Fontenelle highlights the need for ethical guidelines to ensure AI enhances, rather than replaces, the human and social aspects of learning.

The world’s largest floating book fair, the MV Logos Hope, returns to Saint Lucia from January 29 to February 19, 2025, docking at Port Vieux Fort. With over 5,000 books and cultural exchanges, the public is invited to explore the ship, enjoy its café, and meet volunteers from 65 countries. Entry is free for children under 12 and seniors over 65, with a small fee for others

The National Archives of Saint Lucia, in collaboration with the Consulate of Sweden, has launched a special exhibition at Castries City Hall. The display delves into the history of the Nobel Prize, its origins, and the legacy of Alfred Nobel. Visitors can also learn about the evolution of lighting in Saint Lucia and the 1948 Castries Fire. The exhibition is part of the ongoing Nobel Laureate Festival and is open to the public.

On Friday, January 17th, the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) paid tribute to its first principal, the late Sir Leton Thomas, in a heartfelt ceremony celebrating his profound contributions to education and the arts. Attended by dignitaries, students, and alumni, the event featured musical and theatrical performances, highlighting his enduring legacy.