8 h. ago Children among 25 killed in one of Russia’s deadliest strikes on western Ukraine

Mattea Bubalo (BBC) – At least 25 people have been killed including three children in a Russian drone and missile attack on the western city of Ternopil that hit two blocks of flats, Ukrainian rescue officials say. Another 73 people were wounded, 15 of them children, officials said, in one of the deadliest Russian strikes […]

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30 h. ago Prosecutors demand life as ICC prepares to sentence Sudan ‘axe murderer’

Convicted of Darfur atrocities in the 2000s, Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman claims he is a victim of mistaken identity. By Mariamne Everett and News Agencies (Al Jazeera) – Prosecutors have called for a life sentence for a Sudanese militia leader convicted of committing crimes against humanity during the East African country’s previous civil war more than two decades […]

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31 h. ago PM urges global leaders to uphold C’bean and Latin America as a “Zone of Peace”

Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew, last Sunday delivered a compelling address during the plenary of the Fourth Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the European Union in Santa Marta, Republic of Colombia, urging leaders to uphold the Caribbean and Latin America as […] The post PM urges global leaders to uphold C’bean and Latin America as a “Zone of Peace” appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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52 h. ago Hewlette Hanley Receives Suspended Sentence for Larceny by Servant

 Hewlette Hanley of West Farm has been sentenced for the offence of Larceny by Servant in connection with an incident that occurred on October 7, 2024, at the Basseterre Post Office. Hanley pleaded guilty to the offence on October 3, 2025, and returned to the High Court of Justice for sentencing on November 14, 2025. […] The post Hewlette Hanley Receives Suspended Sentence for Larceny by Servant appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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57 h. ago Health officials in St. Kitts and Nevis are expressing growing concern about the continued impact of diabetes on children across the Federation

St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—As the country joined the rest of the world last Friday to observe World Diabetes Day, renewed attention was placed on how the disease is affecting younger people, even as the overall number of diagnosed cases continues to rise. During a recent discussion, Public Relations Officer of the St. Kitts Diabetes […]

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57 h. ago How Much Is ‘Southern Spear’ Reducing Drug Deliveries To US?

The US is conducting a large and controversial campaign of airstrikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats near Venezuela and Colombia, raising legal questions and fears of a wider conflict with the Maduro government. The post How Much Is ‘Southern Spear’ Reducing Drug Deliveries To US? appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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4 d. ago Could Chile be on the verge of a political shift in its 2025 election?

Chile’s right wing is seeking to capitalise on concern over crime and immigration in its bid to replace outgoing President Gabriel Boric. By Brian Osgood (Al Jazeerza) – When Gabriel Boric was sworn in as president of Chile in 2022, his victory was heralded by supporters as the beginning of a new era in the country’s political […]

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4 d. ago PAM Political Leader says Special Sustainability Zone (SSZ) Act must be repealed

by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—The People’s Action Movement (PAM) Political Leader, Natasha Grey-Brookes, spoke of transparency and accountability during the party’s recent town hall on November 13, calling for the repeal of the Special Sustainability Zone (SSZ) Act. “We demand that there is affordable access to land for housing, for our farmers, […]

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6 d. ago Zelenskyy meets troops on front line as Russia, Ukraine battle in key areas

Fighting has intensified, as Kyiv claims attacks on oil facilities in Zaporizhia and Crimea, while Russia says its forces have captured two more villages. By News Agencies (Al Jazeera) – President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited troops near the front line in the southern Zaporizhia region, as Ukraine’s military said it carried out an attack on a Russian-occupied […]

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7 d. ago Minister Duggins Applauds National Swim Team For Record Eight Medal Haul At OECS Championships

Basseterre, Saint Kitts – Minister of Sports, the Honourable Samal Duggins, extended a heartfelt welcome home to the 14 athletes of team Saint Kitts and Nevis, who proudly represented the Federation at the 33rd OECS Swimming Championships, held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The team won an impressive eight (8) medals overall, a significant improvement over the 2024 performance […] The post Minister Duggins Applauds National Swim Team For Record Eight Medal Haul At OECS Championships appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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8 d. ago Prime Minister Drew Urges Stronger Global Action for Small Island States At CELAC–EU Summit

Santa Marta, Colombia (PMO) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew, today delivered a powerful address during the plenary of the Fourth Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the European Union, urging leaders to uphold the Caribbean and Latin America as a “Zone […]

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9 d. ago Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict.

A regional summit in Colombia meant to boost EU–Latin America ties was dominated by outrage over U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats and rising tensions around Venezuela. The post Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago Latin America’s Breaking Point: Crime, Corruption, and a Crisis of Confidence.

Organized crime has become a regional crisis in Latin America, eroding trust in government, weakening democracy, and trapping societies in a cycle of violence and inequality. The post Latin America’s Breaking Point: Crime, Corruption, and a Crisis of Confidence. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago ICC confirms war crimes charges against Uganda’s rebel leader Joseph Kony

The International Criminal Court confirmed 39 charges against Kony, paving the way for a trial if he is ever captured. By David D. Lee and News Agencies (Al Jazeera) – Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have confirmed war crimes and crimes against humanity charges against Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony, nearly two decades after the court […]

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1 week ago DPP explains some factors that contribute to what offences are applicable for Judge Alone Trials

by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—The National Assembly, in September 2024, and amended in July 2025, the Judge Alone Trials legislation, which has since sparked national interest and discussion. Some concerns pertain to the role of the legislation and its impact on fairness and transparency in the High Court of St. Kitts and […]

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1 week ago Trump’s Venezuela Gamble: Oil, Exiles, and the Shadow of War.

Trump’s advisers are split between diplomacy and war as the U.S. masses forces near Venezuela, with Trump balancing political pressures, oil interests, and the risk of a new Caribbean conflict. The post Trump’s Venezuela Gamble: Oil, Exiles, and the Shadow of War. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago Nevis Police Appeal for Unity and Community Action Against Crime and Violence

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (November 05, 2025)- Divisional Commander for District C (Nevis), Superintendent Alonzo Carty, is urging members of the Nevis community to stand together and take an active role in the fight against crime and violence, following two recent gun-related incidents in the Combermere area. In a show of solidarity, officers from the Royal […]

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2 w. ago Sustainable Development Permanent Secretary encourages new land purchasers to stay updated with payments

by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—Land acquisition and payments to the National Housing Corporation (NHC) remain hot-button issues in the Federation, particularly as the discourse over the Special Sustainability Zones (SSZ) persists. In October 2023, the St. Kitts and Nevis government offered incentives for land purchasers to settle outstanding balances, with an interest […]

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2 w. ago Jamaica declares national disaster as Hurricane Melissa unleashes devastation across the Caribbean

By Loshaun Dixon   The Government of Jamaica has formally declared the island a disaster zone following the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall on Tuesday as a Category 5 storm — the most powerful hurricane ever recorded in the country’s history. Prime Minister Andrew Holness warned that “we are expecting some loss of […] The post Jamaica declares national disaster as Hurricane Melissa unleashes devastation across the Caribbean appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago RSS Training Institute Working To Strengthen Regional Investigative Capacity

The Regional Security System Training Institute (RSS TI) has successfully completed a Criminal Investigation Course designed to boost the region’s ability to investigate and manage serious and complex crimes. The intensive programme brought together law enforcement officers from across Member States for hands-on instruction in modern investigative techniques and professional case management. Developed to strengthen […] The post RSS Training Institute Working To Strengthen Regional Investigative Capacity appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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