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Kingdom Scholarship 2025 Now Open for Caribbean & European Students
The Kingdom Scholarship 2025 is now open to full-time students in the Caribbean and European parts of the Kingdom. It funds study exchanges or internships lasting 21 days to six months. Apply by 14 October 2025. What Is the Kingdom Scholarship...

World CIO 200 Summit Grand Finale– Egypt Day 3 spotlight
Egypt witnessed a power-packed Day 3 of the World CIO 200 Summit Grand Finale, blending mindful beginnings, thought leadership, cutting-edge keynotes, and a celebratory finale. The day was made possible with the support of our esteemed partners...

Caribbean Matters: Afro-Latinos and Hispanic American Heritage Month
Caribbean Matters is a weekly series from Daily Kos. Hope you’ll join us here every Saturday. If you are unfamiliar with the region, check out Caribbean Matters: Getting to know the countries of the Caribbean. Sept. 15 marked the start of National...

US’s JetBlue seeks gov’t help to gain new airport slots
JetBlue Airways (B6, New York JFK) has urged the United States government to reform airport access rules and regulatory policies so it can attain coveted airport slots and better compete with the country's 'big four' airlines. “With four carriers...

Leisure travel to the U.S. dropping off; Canadians urged to book winter break trips
Industry experts say now is the time to book a trip for winter break and spring break as flights nationwide and overseas slowly fill up, adding that there is one country Canadians are dodging. It’s the U.S. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO 1130 NEWSRADIO...

How to pick the Caribbean cruise for YOU - from adults-only sailings to the best family-friendly voyages
Caribbean cruises are as varied as the sun-drenched islands themselves, from party-ready mega ships to sleek sailing yachts. Think turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, rum cocktails – and the opportunity to hop between postcard-worthy...

Giants Minor League Baseball Roundup, September 17: Blade Tidwell returns
And then there was one. In yesterday’s San Francisco Giants Minor League Baseball roundup, we talked about the Low-A San Jose Giants winning the California League Championship. With that, San Jose’s season is over. As is AA Richmond’s. As is...

At 30, I thought I was too young for cruises. Here’s why I was wrong
‘Turtle over here!” my guide cried, so I flicked on my camera, took a deep breath and dived down to get a closer look. The sunlight danced on its golden-brown shell as it glided through the water and I watched until I couldn’t ignore my heart...

AI-Driven ZTNA: Essential Defense Against Hybrid Work Cyber Threats in 2025
The Rise of Hybrid Work and Evolving Cyber Threats In an era where remote and hybrid work models have become the norm, organizations are grappling with increasingly sophisticated cyber threats that exploit the blurred lines between on-premises and...

Oceania Cruises® Unveils 2027-2028 Collection of Voyages
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, presents more than 230 thoughtfully curated voyages, each offering immersive experiences in some of the world’s most alluring and desirable destinations....

Ranked: Nuclear Power Generation by Country
Visualized: The Top Countries Buying U.S. Oil in 2024 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways The U.S....

Visualized: The Top Countries Buying U.S. Oil in 2024
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: The Top Countries Buying U.S. Oil in 2024 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...

Sanctioned Tankers Begin to React to Adani’s Ban from Indian Ports
Days after India’s large private port operator, Adani Group, was reported to have issued a ban on handling sanctioned tankers, it appears to have impacted one vessel. Others, however, are still proceeding to India and Adani’s Mundra port in...

Oceania Cruises Unveils 2027-2028 Voyages Featuring More Than 230 Itineraries
Oceania Cruises has announced more than 230 thoughtfully curated voyages for the 2027-2028 season, with each offering immersive experiences in some of the world's most alluring destinations. Encompassing more than a year of itineraries across...

Divi Resorts Offers Spontaneous Fall Travel Sale With Up to 33% Off Caribbean Getaways
Divi Resorts is inviting travelers to extend their summer a little longer with its Fall in Paradise sale, offering up to 33% off room-only, bed-and-breakfast, and all-inclusive stays across Caribbean resorts. Whether you’re seeking a spontaneous...

World CIO 200 Summit 2025 Day 2: Innovation & leadership in Egypt
The World CIO 200 Summit 2025 Grand Finale, hosted by the Global CIO Forum, entered its second day with a powerful mix of keynotes, thought leadership, workshops, and celebrations, continuing the momentum of innovation and collaboration in Cairo...


Registration for Kingdom Scholarship now open
The Caribbean Netherlands – Students from the Caribbean and European parts of the Kingdom have been able to apply for the Kingdom Scholarship since September. This scholarship enables students to participate in an internship or study exchange for...

McLean County Merit Commission met Sept. 11
McLean County Merit Commission met Sept. 11. Here is the agenda provided by the commission: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation or Moment of Silence – Member Eric Hansen 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Call of Roll 5. Appearance by Members of the Public and...

Wickham believes vaccine mandate won’t affect SVG election results
Barbadian pollster and political scientist Peter Wickham says he believes that Vincentians have moved beyond the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, under which hundreds of public sector workers lost their jobs in 2021. However, Wickham’s comments on WE FM...