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From zero to tier-1: How Nevis plans to compete in the global gaming market
In this column, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores Nevis' introduction of its new regulatory regime and offers insights into how the island's online gaming license differs from that of other established...

Four Bills To Recieve First Reading While One is Slated For Second Reading In The National Assembly On Thursday, July 10, 2025
- Advertisement - Basseterre, Saint Kitts – The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Notice...
Advancing the Sustainable Island State through Health, Education, Housing, and Tourism
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr Terrance Drew, in a comprehensive National Address on July 7, 2025, provided an update on the significant progress being made under the government’s Sustainable Island State...

Editorial | Breaking CARICOM’s logjam
Three years ago when, at their intersessional summit in Belize, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) endorsed a proposal allowing members to move ahead with initiatives on which the community is broadly agreed, this newspaper suggested that this could be...

JNF General Hospital honors domestic, support staff for service to community
The JNF General Hospital, which serves as the primary healthcare Center for St Kitts, organized the Employee Awards Ceremony. This is the inaugural edition of the awards night which will be hosted two times every year. On Monday July 7, the high...
SKN Police discusses the probability of having a Missing Person Alert System
by Eulana Weekes St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN): Concerns are mounting over the absence of a formal missing person alert system in St. Kitts and Nevis, as families and communities struggle to mobilise efforts when loved ones go missing quickly. In St....
PAHO urges countries in the Americas to prioritise mental health as a key component of public health policy
by Eulana Weekes St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN): The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) has issued a sobering report on suicide trends across the Americas, revealing that the region continues to face high suicide rates, particularly among young...

Post Cabinet Briefing For Monday, July 7, 2025
- Advertisement - Basseterre, Saint Kitts – Under the leadership of Acting Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, the Cabinet convened on Monday, July 07, 2025, to deliberate on and advance critical policies designed to enhance the...

Path clear for doing business with India
Business Newsday 4 Hrs Ago Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at a special joint assembly of Parliament at the Red House on July 4. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers NARENDRA MODI came bearing gifts. Secondary school students will get 2,000...

Caribbean bank celebrates 49 years of EC dollar stability
BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC) — The St Kitts-based Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) is commemorating 49 years of the Eastern Caribbean (EC) dollar being pegged to the United States (US) dollar at a fixed rate of EC$2.70 to US$1.00. “This is a...

Momentum Builds as Nation Turns Toward “Bring Back PLP: Better for All” Convention on July 12th
PLP PRESS CONFERENCE SETS THE STAGE FOR TRANSFORMATIVE CONVENTION — BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS — July 9, 2025 | SKN Times With passion, precision, and purpose, the People’s Labour Party (PLP) delivered a powerful and inspiring Press Conference on...

NIA Set to Begin Payments to Landowners for VAI Airport Expansion Project
NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS – Premier the Honourable Mark Brantley has provided an update on the major infrastructure project to expand the Vance W. Amory International Airport, announcing that the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) is preparing to begin...

ICE is now hunting for clergy members willing to work in Guantánamo Bay
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NIA Set to Begin Payments to Landow...
NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (July 09, 2025) - Premier the Honourable Mark Brantley has provided an update on the major infrastructure project to expand the Vance W. Amory International Airport, announcing that the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) is...

Pride SVG Celebrates 3rd straight year
Vincentians Celebrate Pride SVG for 3rd Straight Year Pride SVG continues to not only make history but also break records. With each passing year, it attracts more and new persons, with Vincentians and other persons flocking to sign up for and/or...

Pakistan strives to improve passport ranking
Some of the major countries offering visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Pakistani passport holders include Malaysia, the Maldives, Qatar, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Mauritius, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and several others. However, the limited...
Visualizing The State Of Freedom Around The World
In 2024, 60 countries saw their freedom decline in a historic election year. Strikingly, 40% of countries and territories that held elections experienced targeted attacks on candidates amid heightened instability. Yet bright spots were seen in...

Jamaica PM: We Addressed Several Critical Issues Of Urgent Regional Priority
Advertisement MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – After three days of high-level talks and tough conversations, regional leaders are leaving the CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting with one clear mandate: it’s time to turn words into action. From economic...

Transformative energy projects highlighted during PM Drew’s national address
Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew delivered a national address for the people of St Kitts and Nevis on Monday and spoke about the Sustainable Island State Agenda during his address. The Prime Minister took the opportunity to highlight the...

Founder of UK Social Worker Awards and MBE Honouree Beverley Williams to Lead Returning Nationals and Descendants Association
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS — The Regional Integration and Diaspora Unit (RIDU) is proud to congratulate the newly elected executive of the Returning Nationals and Descendants Association, with none other than Beverley Williams, MBE—a trailblazer in...