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Tracking Erin: Tropical storm nears Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands
CP24
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August 15, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Tropical Storm Erin was expected to strengthen into a hurricane on Friday as it approached the northeast Caribbean, prompting forecasters to warn of possible flooding and landslides. The storm is expected to remain over...
GOVERNOR JULIA CROUCH FOLLOWING PRISON ESCAPE AND RECAPTURE
721 News
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August 13, 2025
On 29 July 2025 a Prisoner, Justin Skerritt-Riley, escaped from lawful custody while on a prison escort from HMP Anguilla to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. He was recaptured by French Police in St Martin on Tuesday 5th August 2025. He was...
Tropical storm watches issued for northern Leeward Islands as Erin approaches
BNO News
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August 14, 2025
Tropical storm watches have been issued for portions of the northern Leeward Islands as Tropical Storm Erin moves west-northwest across the Atlantic, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). Tropical storm conditions are possible in the...
Tropical Storm Watches in Northeast Caribbean
The Daily Herald
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Storm wind speed probabilities ~ Erin forecast to become hurricane today ~ PHILIPSBURG--The centre of Tropical Storm Erin was located at 5:00pm Thursday near latitude 16.7 North, longitude 51.2 West or about 790 miles (1,270 kilometres) east of...
U-14 girls from St Kitts to compete at U14 Girls CFU Caribbean Challenge Series
SKN News
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August 15, 2025
Last Updated on August 15, 2025, 12:28 AM AST by Anthony Morris The under 14 girls national team has travelled to Trinidad and Tobago for the U14 Girls CFU Caribbean Challenge Series. The series is running from August 15–25, 2025 with several...
The 5 Most Popular Caribbean Islands for Festive Season Travel, According to Virtuoso
Caribbean Journal
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August 11, 2025
The festive season is when the Caribbean’s most coveted destinations truly come alive — a time when blue bays fill with yachts, white-sand beaches are lined with candlelit dinners, and some of the world’s most discerning travelers trade winter...
Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Barbuda, Anguilla, St. Martin and Northern Leeward Islands
Antigua News Room
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August 14, 2025
WATCHES AND WARNINGS CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY: The Meteorological Service of Antigua/Barbuda has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Anguilla and Barbuda. The Meteorological Service of France has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for St. Martin and...
VIRTUOSO CHALLENGES MISPERCEPTIONS TO REVEAL LUXURY TRAVEL TRENDS FOR THE FALL, THE FESTIVE SEASON AND BEYOND
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtuoso , the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, has drawn upon its extensive network of travel agencies and advisors, preferred partners and...
Talking the Tropics w/ Mike: Erin strengthening... t.s. watch for some Leeward Islands
96.9 The Eagle - Florida
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August 14, 2025
Jacksonville, Fl. — THE TROPICS: ***** ALWAYS CHECK & RE-CHECK THE LATEST FORECAST & UPDATES! **** Tropics threats/impacts for Jacksonville/NE Florida/SE Georgia: None into the weekend. An increase in seas & surf & rip current risk next week......
Tropical Storm Erin Monitored as It Strengthens Towards the Caribbean
Antigua News Room
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August 14, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Leeward Islands and British Virgin Islands – 14 August 2025 A tropical cyclone alert has been issued for the Leeward Islands and the British Virgin Islands as Tropical Storm Erin continues to strengthen...
Cayman Islands U14 Girls National Team Departs for CFU Challenge Series
Caymanian Times
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August 13, 2025
The Cayman Islands U14 Girls National Team departs today for Trinidad & Tobago to compete in the 2025 Caribbean Football Union (CFU) U14 Challenge Series Girls, taking place August 15–24. Cayman will compete in Tier II, Group C, alongside...
Forecasters warn of new threat in the Atlantic as Cat 5 Hurricane Erin set to triple in size
The Mirror US
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August 17, 2025
Powerful Category 5 Hurricane Erin will triple in size as it undergoes an eyewall replacement cycle, according to The National Hurricane Center, which is monitoring the new disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean. According to the NHC, there is a 20%...
Tropical Storm Erin Strengthening; Northeast Caribbean Urged to Stay Alert
Discover Montserrat
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August 13, 2025
Tropical Storm Erin is continuing to strengthen as it tracks westward across the Atlantic and could pose a threat to the northeast Caribbean by the weekend, according to the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service. As of 5:00 PM ECT on...
St Kitts Tourism Authority starts regional activation for Sugar Mas 54
SKN News
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August 13, 2025
Last Updated on August 13, 2025, 6:02 AM AST by Anthony Morris The St Kitts Department of Tourism has started the promotion of the Sugar Mas 54. The annual carnival event which is expected to start around Mid-December is one of the most...
Virtuoso Challenges Misperceptions to Reveal the U.S. as a Top Destination, Travellers Seek Out Advisors for Safety, Boomers Lead the Charge against Overtourism and Wander Women Assert Their Influence
Hospitality Net
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August 12, 2025
Virtuoso, the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, has drawn upon its extensive network of travel agencies and advisors, preferred partners and high-net-worth/ultra-high-net-worth clientele to determine what’s new...
The Caribbean’s Most Beautiful Public Beaches (No Resort Required)
Travelbinger
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August 11, 2025
Forget the velvet ropes and wristband requirements, the Caribbean’s most stunning stretches of sand belong to everyone. Here’s where to find paradise without paying resort prices or pretending to enjoy watered-down piña coladas. Resorts are...
Ge’Eve Crowned Youngest Ever Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch
Discover Montserrat
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August 10, 2025
The 28th Annual Leeward Islands Calypso Competition lit up the Landsome Bowl Cultural Centre on Saturday August 9, 2025, delivering a dazzling showcase of lyrical mastery, entertaining performances, and national pride. Nine calypsonians from...
Ge’Eve Makes History as Youngest Female Winner of the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch Competition
Antigua.News
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August 10, 2025
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission warmly congratulates Ge’Eve Phillip on her remarkable triumph at the 2025 Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch Competition, which took place on Saturday, August 9th, at the Landsome Bowl in Anguilla. With...
Ge’eve makes history as youngest Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch
Antigua News Room
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August 10, 2025
GE’EVE MAKES HISTORY YOUNGEST TO BE CROWNED LEEWARD ISLANDS CALYPSO MONARCH A PROUD AND HISTORIC MOMENT FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA For Immediate Release – Monday 11th August 2025 – St. John’s, Antigua……… The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission...
Ge’Eve Claims Leeward Islands Calypso Crown
Antigua.News
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August 10, 2025
Host nation Anguilla’s Queen Roxxy secured the first runner-up position, while Drewzy from St. Kitts earned second runner-up honors in the regional contest. The victory represents a particularly notable accomplishment for Ge’eve, who already holds...