CARIBBEAN

Oct 22 2025WEATHER

Caribbean Braces for Tropical Storm Melissa's Potential Fury

Tropical Storm Melissa is slowly making its way through the Caribbean, with experts keeping a close eye on its development. As of Wednesday, the storm was moving west-northwest at a snail's pace, with winds clocking in at 50 mph. The storm's slow movement is concerning, as it gives Melissa more time

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Oct 21 2025POLITICS

Caribbean Tensions Rise as US Strikes Spark Controversy

A recent incident in the Caribbean has put the spotlight on the US military's actions in the region. Ecuador released a survivor from a US strike on a submarine suspected of drug trafficking. The US captured the Ecuadorean national and a Colombian man after attacking the submarine. President Trump s

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

US Sends Drug Boat Survivors Back Home

A recent military action in the Caribbean has led to a unique situation. Two survivors from a drug boat strike are being sent back to their home countries. This is the first time something like this has happened under the current administration. The US military struck a suspected drug vessel on Thu

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

U. S. Warns Citizens Amid Caribbean Tensions

The U. S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has advised Americans to stay clear of U. S. government buildings. This alert comes at a time when the region is on edge. The U. S. and Venezuela are locked in a standoff. Recent U. S. military actions in the Caribbean have sparked concerns. The embassy's wa

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Caribbean Tensions: Trump and Maduro's Military Moves

In the Caribbean, a tense standoff is unfolding between the United States and Venezuela. President Donald Trump has been considering military action against Venezuela, deploying warships and B-52 bombers near the country's coast. In response, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has mobilized troops

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

U. S. Holds Survivors After Striking Venezuelan Drug Boat

In a recent event, the U. S. military struck a boat linked to a Venezuelan drug cartel in international waters. Two survivors from this incident are now in U. S. custody. Navy helicopters were sent to rescue these individuals after spotting them on video footage. They were then taken to a U. S. Navy

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Jul 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Driftwood: Nature's Trash Collector in the Caribbean

Driftwood is everywhere along coastlines, but its role in trapping trash is often overlooked. A recent study looked at seven beaches in the central Caribbean coast of Colombia to see how driftwood affects litter buildup. Researchers counted and sorted over 12, 000 items, including nearly 4, 000 piec

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Justice Delayed: Gerald Vick's Long-Awaited Court Appearance

Gerald Vick, a 31-year-old from Dorchester, is finally set to face a judge in Suffolk Superior Court. This comes after a lengthy manhunt that spanned several months. Vick was caught in Lithia Springs, Georgia, just 13 days ago by U. S. Marshals. He is accused of multiple serious charges, including e

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May 10 2025SCIENCE

Mosquitoes of the Caribbean: A Genetic Puzzle

The Caribbean islands of Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire are home to a variety of mosquito species. These islands provide a unique setting for studying how different environments and histories shape the genetic makeup of mosquito populations. Most research on mosquito genetics has focused on species t

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Antibiotics and Coral Health: A Hidden Impact

Coral reefs are in trouble. Diseases are hitting them hard and often. To fight back, scientists are using antibiotics. These medicines can stop diseases from spreading. However, there is a catch. Antibiotics do not just attack the bad stuff. They also change the good bacteria living on corals. These

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