Pulse of the Caribbean

We move fast through the biggest Caribbean and diaspora headlines, from Haiti’s 2026 election schedule to new energy and infrastructure partnerships across the region on Episode 3 for June 2026. Here are the headlines. UN Secretary General and Haiti Prime Minister meet ahead of Haiti’s two-round 2026 general elections  Dominican Republic and United States sign memorandum on civil nuclear cooperati...

We move through the biggest Caribbean-centered headlines for June 2026, from U.S. visa decisions to major projects shaping tourism, education, energy, and agriculture across the region. We also spotlight cultural wins and upcoming events that keep Caribbean pride and community connection strong on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode 2 for June 2026. Here are the headlines. U.S. expands enfo...

We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from Cuba’s shutdown of Visa and MasterCard transactions to new trade tariffs aimed at the Bahamas. We also track Guyana’s fast-changing economy, regional health updates, and community wins in tech, scholarships, and public service leadership on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of June 1, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. C...

We move through the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from CARICOM’s warning about the humanitarian impact of sanctions on Cuba to new Ebola-related travel restrictions in the northern Caribbean. We also track how the region is funding resilience, tightening security, expanding tech ambitions, and deepening freedom of movement across borders on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of...

We bring you the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from new tourism routes and cruise expansion to major investments, climate resilience, and regional security. We also spotlight standout sports achievements and a community awards program that recognizes people doing the work without the spotlight on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast for the week of April 20, 2026. Here are today’s headline...

We move through the Caribbean’s biggest headlines of the week, from renewed demands for reparations to the economic math behind fuel, food, and inflation. We also track security concerns tied to Haiti, new climate financing, and the tourism and culture stories shaping regional growth in this fast-moving Caribbean news roundup for the week of April 13th. Here are today’s headlines. UK Reform Party...

The energy and humanitarian crisis and changing security conditions in the region are our focus. Diplomacy, elections, public safety, and a major hunger relief campaign are also covered in Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of April 6, 2026. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean...

From Haiti’s deadly gang violence to energy, border security, trade, and climate resilience across the region, we connect the dots between public safety, modern infrastructure, and how Caribbean governments try to protect people while building long-term stability on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 30, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Haiti gang attack descr...

We spotlight a UN-backed push for slavery reparations, migration, economic opportunities, and new regional policies on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Ghana-led UN resolution condemning transatlantic slavery, calling for apologies and reparation gets support CARICOM chair Dr. Terrance Drew urges unity in trade, mobility,...

We track the week’s biggest Caribbean headlines, from a landmark direct charter flight to Africa to urgent updates on energy, health leadership, climate resilience, and food security. We also spotlight cultural industry growth, standout athletic wins, and diaspora events on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. OECS-backed cha...

Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup brings a fast, Caribbean-centered look at the stories shaping policy, business, travel, and everyday life across the region and the diaspora on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 19, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Barbados plans energy security symposium to protect against oil price shocks Guyana reaches a first in fully a...

What if the story you tell yourself about how hard things are for you is just half true? Have you ever felt "stuck" in emotions or habits you didn't choose? We sit down with clinical social worker and psychotherapist Jevon Patrick. Jevon takes us inside the engine room of effective mental health care: a holistic, team-based model. He shares how trauma hides in plain sight, and how c...

We track the biggest headlines shaping daily life across the Caribbean, from global oil shocks to the policy moves on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 17, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Guyana responds to a global oil price spike with  Antigua and Barbuda absorbing higher petroleum costs to steady gasoline prices Cuba’s high-level consultations with the Un...

Global pressure turns into local reality, and the underlining theme is resilience on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Jamaica’s net international reserves provides hedge against oil price spikes Guyana receives global companies proposals for an ammonia and urea fertilizer plant using natural gas Guyana’s homestead agricult...

Tensions in the Middle East pushed oil above $100 a barrel, as small island economies watch prices, another current runs through the region: active plans to strengthen security, modernize energy exploration, and unlock new trade channels is on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Iran names new Supreme Leader Guyana’s 3D seism...

Elections, energy, trade, and public health converge across the Caribbean on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Haiti sets a transitional roadmap for security, recovery, and credible elections Dominican Republic business groups align to formalize border trade and drive growth with Haiti USVI Governor Bryan looks for local re...

What does it take to build bridges between Caribbean entrepreneurs and the American market?  From Cornell engineering graduate to Caribbean business hub founder, Dr. Nicole Grimes is creating spaces for Caribbean entrepreneurs to learn, interact, and flourish. Her goal? Remember your roots and give back. Dr. Nicole Grimes, a proud Trinidadian and founder of Carib Biz Network, is redefining what it...

We track how Middle East tensions spill into Caribbean life, from fuel prices to travel warnings, and how leaders answer with diplomacy, aid, and innovation. We also look at tech scaling abroad, climate-smart farming, and new bets on minerals and tourism on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 2, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. UN condemnation of US, Israeli, a...

We track the Caribbean’s most urgent shifts: CARICOM at 50, U.S. policy on Caribbean security, maritime rules, and more on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of February 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. Caribbean leaders gather for the 50th CARICOM summit in St. Kitts and Nevis on climate, food, crime, and stability US Secretary of State Attends CARICOM Conference...

New U.S. tariffs ripple through import costs, territories push for fairer shipping rules, new financial lists reshape reputations, and islands double down on water and digital infrastructure on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 23, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. U.S. global tariffs and legal pivot US Virgin Islands push for domestic treatment and updated...

What is the back story of the Caribbean in the realm of international affairs? In our extensive interview with author, entrepreneur, and explorer Miles Spencer, we make the connections between Caracas and Havana as well as between the small but vital Caribbean states.  Miles also shares about his new company, Reflekta, a storytelling platform that lets families preserve voices and wisdom for futur...

Warships, elections, and jazz—this week’s Caribbean roundup connects power, policy, and culture in 19 minutes. From Venezuela patrols to St. Lucia’s star-studded festival, catch up fast on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 16, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. U.S. military operations near Venezuela reported costs U.S. lethal strike on trafficking vessel an...

We track a fast-moving week across the Caribbean with headlines from around the region on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines. US calls for ethical alternatives to Cuba’s medical missions Mexico’s dispatch naval shipments of food and essentials to Cuba CARICOM observer mission in place for Barbados’ general election New amb...

Security in Haiti, clarity on St. Lucia’s medical studies, USVI’s cannabis banking breakthrough, new ties shaping trade and climate action and a regional credit bureau to unlock lending are some of the headlines on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #2 for the Week of February 2, 2026. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news...

From a landmark Grammys moment and U.S.–Cuba tensions to Saint Lucia’s medical training pivot, Grenada’s hospital financing, and big moves in tourism and agriculture, here are headlines on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the Week of February 2, 2026. Bad Bunny’s at Grammy Awards U.S. tariff pressure on Cuba’s oil supply Saint Lucia halts Cuban medical placements Grenada’s Pro...