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Amid the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa in October this year, Caribbean tourism ministers, directors and executives gathered aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas this month for an “Iconic Summit” hosted during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) second annual Caribbean Weekend in Miami, to discuss the cruise industry’s pivotal role in recovery and long-term resilience and growth.

A 54-member engineer contingent from the Ghana Armed Forces arrived in Jamaica on December 19. The soldiers are going to support recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Melissa ravaged the island nation.

Rishabh Rajput and Sonali Chouksey met in college 11 years ago, fell in love and married last month.

Ghana has sent a military contingent to assist with reconstruction and relief efforts in hurricane-hit Jamaica, following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa over a month ago.

The 2025 CMEx Leadership Awards & Fundraiser took place on Sunday, December 7, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Miami.

Jamaica’s Canadian diaspora has raised more than CAD$3 million to support recovery after Hurricane Melissa.

Angry fans attending Lionel Messi's tour of India ripped up seats and threw items towards the pitch after his appearance at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

Caribbean hotels are reporting robust occupancy rates for the upcoming holiday season, driven by strong international and domestic bookings.

Busta Rhymes and Tyrese Gibson were just two, amongst a group of top celebrities who are gave their relentless support towards Jamaica’s recovery after Hurricane Melissa.

In an impassioned address delivered at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) annual Holiday Dinner & Fundraise, Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, called on the region to transform its legendary resilience from sentiment into science, warning that the era of unprecedented mega-storms has arrived.

It has been revealed by India's ambassador to Thailand, Nagesh Singh, that two brothers who were wanted in connection with a deadly fire at their nightclub in India's Goa state, which killed 25 people, have been detained in Thailand.

In a region defined by hospitality trailblazers, Janelle Hopkin stands at the forefront, reshaping Caribbean luxury, advocating for a stronger tourism sector, and championing Grenada on the global stage. This week in Miami, her leadership was formally recognized as she received the distinguished Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Award, honouring her contributions to the industry and the legacy she continues to build.

Japanese police have suspended the car driving licences of nearly 900 cyclists after they were caught riding bicycles under the influence of alcohol, local media report.

Fantasy Wings in partnership with the British Airways Community fund and RAFFA will be sending relief to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa victims.

As the world marked ‘Human Rights Day’ on Wednesday December 10, Amnesty International UK said that it was a vital moment to reflect on the fact that, despite political manoeuvres, most people across the country strongly support human rights protections and believe they matter now more than ever.

Weeks after a Miss Universe pageant contestant was hospitalized after falling off stage, details have emerged about the serious extent of her injuries.