Crowned By The Crowd: Omiah Hall recounts her rise as Guyana’s Soca Princess
With a voice that glides effortlessly between sweetness and strength, and a presence that commands attention without ever asking for it, Omiah Hall is fast emerging as one of Guyana’s most compelling musical exports. Dubbed the Soca Princess, Omiah represents a new generation of Caribbean artistes - rooted in tradition, yet fearless in her expression - bringing a distinctly feminine energy to the genre. From the
Culture Is How We Survive: Omari Ashby on Carnival, Consciousness, and Remembering Who We Are
Across the Caribbean, few cultural expressions provoke as much annual anxiety as Carnival. Every year without fail the now familiar criticisms and condemnations surface -about excess, disorder, morality, and misplaced priorities. While often presented as practical or civic concerns, these arguments carry a much older weight. They are rooted in a colonial inheritance that has never fully released its grip on Caribbean societies. From the post-Emancipation
Mical Teja’s Mas: The Experience Sets A New Standard For Carnival Productions In T&T
Mical Teja has done it again! Following a successful inaugural staging in 2025, Mas: The Experience returned in grand form, transforming Queens Hall Gardens, into an immersive carnival playground where music, movement, and momentum flowed seamlessly from start to finish. View this post on Instagram A post shared by
“I feel cheated!”: Public Reacts To New Carnival Village Location, Layout & Format
The 2026 John Cupid Carnival Village was declared open on January 9, following the debut of FLAVA, a newly introduced culinary market designed to showcase the foods and flavours that Trinidad and Tobago is best known for. According to Minister Benjamin, the FLAVA Village was conceptualised in response to the clarion cry of vendors. “You would know traditionally the vendors used to complain about low patronising…we brought the crowd
Caribbean Leaders Monitor Fallout From U.S. Military Action in Venezuela; T&T’s Neutrality Questioned
Governments across the Caribbean are closely monitoring a rapidly developing situation in Venezuela following confirmation that the United States commenced military operations within Venezuelan territory early Saturday morning. In a media release issued on January 3, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, through its Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, confirmed that the United States had initiated military activity in Venezuela but stressed that Trinidad
Sugar Mas 54: Ultra Wins Historic 8th Consecutive Band of the Year Title
The streets of Basseterre came alive in a breathtaking display of colour, creativity, and cultural pride as the Sugar Mas 54 Grand Parade unfolded, culminating in a historic victory for Ultra Carnival, which was crowned Band of the Year for the eighth consecutive year. The results simply echoed what revelers and spectators felt in real time on the road - a palpable surge of energy, creativity, and confidence. Sugar Mas
St. Kitts Gears Up for a Bustling Cruise Season – Almost 100 Ship Calls Expected in January
St. Kitts is set to welcome an impressive wave of cruise visitors in January 2026, with a packed cruise schedule that underscores the island’s continued appeal as a premier Caribbean destination. From luxury liners and boutique expedition ships to some of the world’s largest cruise vessels, Port Zante will be buzzing with activity throughout the month. The January schedule reflects a strong rebound and sustained confidence
Incoming CARICOM Chair calls for Unity, Self-Reliance and Renewed Caribbean Purpose
As the Caribbean Community ushers in a new year, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew, incoming CARICOM Chair, issued a stirring call for unity, calm leadership, and renewed commitment to the Caribbean ideal. Addressing citizens and residents across the Region and the global Caribbean diaspora, Prime Minister Drew extended warm greetings while reflecting on the collective journey of Caribbean nations—one shaped by