This Week: Retail Earnings, Fashion Awards and the NYC Marathon

Accessible Luxury’s Big Week What’s happening: Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo owner Capri reports quarterly results on Nov. 4, followed by Coach owner Tapestry and Ralph Lauren on Nov. 6. All three have been predictable when it comes to earnings:...

AP News: Hurricane Melissa deals another heavy blow to Jamaica's farmers and fishers

The updates sent by friends and neighbors on WhatsApp confirmed what fisher Prince Davis already feared: Hurricane Melissa put a hole in the stern of his 50-foot (15-meter) fishing boat, and damaged the cabin and back deck. His father's boat was...

Jamaica farmers, fishing industry suffer after Hurricane Melissa smashes through Caribbean

The updates sent by friends and neighbors on WhatsApp confirmed what fisher Prince Davis already feared: Hurricane Melissa put a hole in the stern of his 50-foot (15-meter) fishing boat, and damaged the cabin and back deck. His father’s boat was...

At Least 39 Dead After Hurricane Melissa Slams Caribbean

UPDATE: At least 54 people are now confirmed to be dead as a result of the impacts from Hurricane Melissa, with 40 deaths taking place in Haiti, eight in Jamaica, four in the Dominican Republic and two in Panama. #BREAKING: Hurricane Melissa...

Mitur and UN Tourism advance validation of DR’s national sustainable tourism policy

Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Tourism (Mitur) and UN Tourism have concluded the third technical mission of their cooperation project aimed at developing and implementing the Dominican Republic’s National Sustainable Tourism Policy and Strategy....

Hurricane Melissa deals heavy blow to Jamaica’s farmers

The updates sent by friends and neighbours on WhatsApp confirmed what fisher Prince Davis already feared: Hurricane Melissa put a hole in the stern of his 15-metre fishing boat, and damaged the cabin and back deck. His father’s boat was nowhere to...

Hurricane Melissa makes most powerful landfall in 90 years, leaves 29 dead in Caribbean

Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall in Cuba on Wednesday after wreaking havoc in Jamaica, is the most powerful hurricane to make landfall in 90 years. The severe cyclonic storm left 29 people dead in Haiti, Jamaica and Dominican Republic. The...

PINTARD CAN’T HELP HIS NASTINESS

Photo by Steve Taylor 29 October 2025 Last week, the House of Assembly and our country was treated to another bout and dose of Michael Pintard induced nastiness and untruths. The date was Wednesday 29 October 2025. The debate was about amending a...

Here’s how you can help people stranded in Jamaica

ATLANTA — The Jamaican Consulate of Atlanta is sharing the ways that you can help people stranded by Hurricane Melissa. Hurricane Melissa has caused significant damage in the Dominican Republic, Cuba and Jamaica. With disrupted communication, it...

Jordan Lawlar Taking Center Field Reps In Winter Ball

Diamondbacks rookie Jordan Lawlar is playing winter ball in the Dominican Republic this offseason. He made his first appearance with the Tigres del Licey at an unfamiliar position: center field. It’s the first professional outfield experience for...

EcoShores Reports Midterm Success of Community Swim Program, Opens Registration for January 2026 Classes

EcoShores Sustainable Futures Network Celebrates Midterm Success of Community Swim Program – Building Confidence, Connection, and Climate Resilience The EcoShores Sustainable Futures Network (ESFN) is celebrating the midterm success of its...

Hurricane Melissa: Cat. 2 Storm Slams Cuba After Devastating Jamaica

AT A GLANCE Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Cuba as an “extremely dangerous” Category 3 storm and has since weakened to Category 2. At least 36 people are dead across Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic. Jamaica remains a disaster area...

Government launches support plan for farmers affected by Storm Melissa

Additional rainfall could exacerbate crop losses. Pexels image by Thái Trường Giang Santo Domingo.- Dominican Agriculture Minister Limber Cruz reported that around 650 kilometers of rural roads—mainly in the highlands where premium coffee is...

How Illinois’ ‘Balkan Five’ came together — and are giving the No. 17 Illini a new sound

CHAMPAIGN — The language, unsurprisingly, has been one of the most difficult adjustments for David Mirković in his three months at Illinois. The 6-foot-9 freshman from Montenegro has spoken English since he was 6 years old. He’s fluent enough to...

New York-JFK Vs. Newark Liberty: Which Airport Wins With International Routes?

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are the two primary international hubs serving the Big Apple. Given that New York is such an economically important city (rivaled only by London), it can...

Hurricane Melissa Hits North America as Multiple Countries Affected

At least 36 deaths are being attributed to the storm across Jamaica, Haiti and the Dominican Republic, according to officials. Aftermath In Jamaica after been Hit by Hurricane Melissa. Photo Credit: New York Times Hurricane Melissa left dozens...

Ranked: Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025

Ranked: 35 Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key...

Methuen Voters to Choose Three At-Large City Councilors

Voters in Methuen will elect a mayor, city councilors, and school committee on November 4th. The Methuen City Council is made up of nine members. Three are elected city-wide or At-Large. This year there are six candidates running. Two of them are...

Highlights of the Steve Garcia vs David Onama fight in UFC Fight Night 2025

The card is over! We've reached the end of the action at UFC Fight Night: Las Vegas 110. A main card that gave us great performances such as that of Yadier del Valle, a controversy that ended in justice in the fight between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and...

Search, Rescue and Relief Efforts Ramp Up Post-Melissa

As officials of Caribbean islands assess damage from Hurricane Melissa, the storm remains powerful as it heads toward Bermuda. The hardest hit islands include Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica. The Category 5 hurricane made landfall on Tuesday, October 28,...