How sheer luck made this tiny Caribbean island millions from its web address

Jacob EvansBBC World Service ShareSave Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory renowned for its pristine beaches Back in the 1980s when the internet was still in its infancy, countries were being handed their own unique website addresses to...

How sheer luck made this tiny Caribbean island millions from its web address

Jacob EvansBBC World Service ShareSave Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory renowned for its pristine beaches Back in the 1980s when the internet was still in its infancy, countries were being handed their own unique website addresses to...

  Positive, Elektralyets Foundations honour urologists with “Man Up Check Up” pins

The man up pins being presented to SMMC urologists. CAY HILL--The Positive and Elektralyets Foundations have honoured urologists Dr. Ramos and Dr. Rojas of the St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) with the first-ever “Man Up Check Up” honour pins,...

We Asked 10 Travel Experts Their Favorite Island Destination—and They All Said the Same Thing

There's no such thing as a bad time for an island getaway. Across the globe, there are tiny, floating plots of land just waiting for you to come to dig your toes in the sand, swim in the azure waters, and kick back to relax and do nothing at all....

Caribbean tourism shows resilience amid mixed markets

Bridgetown, Barbados: Caribbean tourism recorded 18.5 million arrivals in the first half of 2025, up nearly two per cent on last year and six per cent above pre-pandemic levels, according to new data presented at the CTO’s State of the Tourism...

The New Four Seasons Cartagena Is Now Opening in 2026

One of the Caribbean coast’s most anticipated luxury hotel openings will now have to wait a little longer. Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Cartagena has officially pushed back its debut, moving the opening timeline to early 2026. Set in...

Caricom agriculture ministers meeting in St Kitts-Nevis

Agriculture Minister, Samal Duggins, addressing the opening of the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA 2025) (Photo: CMC) BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC) — Caribbean Community (Caricom) agriculture ministers meet here on Tuesday focusing on a wide range...

Angus Eve named T&T women’s coach

An­gus Eve, the for­mer se­nior na­tion­al men’s coach, has been cho­sen as the coun­try’s se­nior women’s coach ahead of the World Cup Qual­i­fiers. His ap­point­ment is on­ly for the Women's World Cup cam­paign. He will have as his as­sis­tant...

CONSTITUTIONAL CONCERNS, FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS – AND GST

by Ms Melinda Goddard, MBAIt was encouraging to hear recently about renewed Constitutional focus by the Hon. Premier Richardson-Hodge, especially regarding ex officio members’ House voting rights and Executive Council administration.[1] And as...

Suriname’s Jennifer Simons joins ranks of CARICOM’s female trailblazers

Medical doctor and former parliamentary speaker Jennifer Simons Geerling was sworn in as the president of Suriname on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. She is the first female to do so and the fourth woman head of government currently in charge of a...

MP Lyndon Lewis: “Due to the go slow by the Ambulance…

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — NOW, Member of Parliament Lyndon Lewis is urgently calling on Prime Minister Dr. Luc Marcelina and the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), Richnel Brug, to address without further delay the...

The Caribbean’s Top 10 Tiny Hotels For A Romantic Getaway

The new Rock Villa at Bequia Beach Hotel in St Vincent & the Grenadines Rock Villa When it comes to extraordinary waterfront destinations, the Caribbean is the leader as it continues to be a popular escape for fans of luxury resorts. A new wave of...

DECEMBER IS NOT AUGUST – AND GST

by Ms Melinda Goddard, MBAWe all know December is not August, but it seems confusion arose when GST Relief went into effect on August 1, 2025. How so? GST was removed from food on December 19, 2024,[1] so it was curious that some expected lower...

Four Seasons Puerto Rico to open Nov. 20 in Río Grande

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico sits on a two-mile beach in Río Grande on the island’s northeastern coast. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico has begun taking reservations ahead of its opening on Nov. 20, marking the...

Now Accepting Reservations: An Immersive Journey Through Vibrant Culture, Adventure and Luxury at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico

With its opening just weeks away, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning November 20, 2025 - just in time for sun-kissed getaways for the holiday season and beyond. A secluded tropical...

Now Accepting Reservations - Adventure and Luxury at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico

With its opening just weeks away, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning November 20, 2025 – just in time for sun-kissed getaways for the holiday season and beyond. A secluded tropical...

GOVERNOR JULIA CROUCH FOLLOWING PRISON ESCAPE AND RECAPTURE

On 29 July 2025 a Prisoner, Justin Skerritt-Riley, escaped from lawful custody while on a prison escort from HMP Anguilla to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. He was recaptured by French Police in St Martin on Tuesday 5th August 2025. He was...

THE ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE: HOW SIR KENNEDY SIMMONDS BECAME THE FATHER OF INDEPENDENCE

How Sir Kennedy A. Simmonds led St. Kitts and Nevis from turmoil to triumph, steering the twin-island federation through rebellion, resistance, and political upheaval to achieve sovereignty on September 19, 1983. By SKN Times Historic Desk On...

20 CSEC PASSES FOR TAEJA:Taeja Tate stuns the region with 20 outstanding CSEC passes.

SKN Times Graduation Spotlight: Taeja Tate – St. Kitts Scholar Shines with 20 CSEC Subject Passes By SKN Times | August 2025 St. Kitts is beaming with pride as we celebrate the extraordinary achievement of Taeja Alysa Tate, a young scholar whose...

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SPONSORS STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN TOURISM AND CRICKET EVENTS

The Department of Education (DOE) has welcomed two new opportunities to sponsor students’ participation in extracurricular activities in tourism and sports within the first few weeks of the new term. L-R: Mrs. Joleyne Robin Williams, Mr. Bren...