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The Only Way Is Essex star eyes up Blind Date presenting gig as Disney+ reboot confirmed
Former The Only Way Is Essex star Bobby Norris has thrown his hat into the ring to present the revamped version of Blind Date. Disney+ has confirmed it's reviving the beloved matchmaking programme with a fresh twist for modern viewers. The updated...

The Keston Julien comeback story; ex-T&T star resumes action after two-year break
“I have a story to tell,” said 26-year-old Trinidad and Tobago left back Keston Julien. On Saturday 1 April 2023, Julien sprinted forward to get on the end of a counterattack for his employers, FC Sheriff Tiraspol, in an away fixture against...

Charted: Average Income by Global Region, Over 200 Years
Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways There are...

These Fun-Filled Resorts Are Perfect for Families to Beat the Summer Heat
Summer is a time for cookouts, getaways, and as many outdoor activities as you can squeeze into the short season. However, it’s also a time when parents have to find ways to occupy their kids on school break that, for many, preferably don’t...

Mapped: Global Income Level Classification, by Country
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...

Top Luxury Resorts to Experience in the Caribbean
This article originally appeared in the July issue of AGENTatHOME magazine. Subscribe here to receive your free copy each month. Today’s luxury travelers want more than just a fancy room. They want a unique experience in a unique setting – that’s...

St Maarten Is Hot Right Now — With Surging Visitor Arrivals, More Flights and a Big Travel Comeback
If there were any doubts about St Maarten’s place among the Caribbean’s hottest destinations, the latest numbers leave no room for question. The island welcomed 256,923 arriving passengers in the first quarter of 2025 — a 10.8 percent increase...

Avoli Elevates Roster with Elite NIL Signings: Welcoming All-American Volleyball Stars Andi Jackson and Izzy Starck
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 28, 2025-- Avoli, the first and only athletic brand dedicated exclusively to the performance needs and aspirations of women and girl volleyball athletes, today announced its most significant collegiate NIL...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...

I Just Got Back From Mallorca, Monaco, and Cannes—These Jewelry Trends Are About to Be Huge
If you’ve ever returned from a European summer trip with a camera roll full of dreamy beach shots and a suitcase bursting at the seams with new accessories, you’ll relate to Frasier Sterling founder Frasier Lipton. Fresh off a sun-soaked getaway...

Island of Two Nations: Uncover the Unexpected Side of Sint Maarten’s Caribbean Magic
The waters and beaches around the island are always explore-worthy. Photo courtesy of Vacation St Maarten/Diamon PR Aside from being known as a little slice of Caribbean bliss, the island of Sint Maarten is famous for planespotting. The flight...

Communiqué of the 111th Meeting of the Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
The One Hundred and Eleventh (111th) Meeting of the Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) was held on 18 July 2025 at the Boat House, Barbuda Ocean Club, in Antigua and Barbuda, under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister...

Get ready for a new sailing season in the Caribbean
Gone are the days when a marina was just a safe place to tie up for the night. Across the Caribbean, marina operators are investing in complete hospitality ecosystems—where sailors can step off their vessel and immediately access everything from...
Grenada Tourism Authority Names CEO Stacey A. Liburd
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has named Stacey A. Liburd, the former director of tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board, as its new chief executive officer, effective June 15, 2025. “I am deeply honored to accept the role of chief executive...

11 New Hotels To Visit This Summer
Waldorf Astoria New York leads an impressive list of lavish openings. Waldorf Astoria New York Summer brings steamy days, balmy nights and, with so many exciting hotel openings, the call for a vacation. But with so many possibilities, where to go...

Anguillian appointed Director of Tourism
Director of Tourism Jameel Rochester. ANGUILLA--Minister of Health, Sport and Tourism, Cardigan Connor, has announced the appointment of Anguillian, Jameel Rochester as Director of Tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB). This ap-pointment,...

ECCB’s communique of 111th meeting of monetary council
The One Hundred and Eleventh (111th) Meeting of the Monetary Council of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) was held on 18 July 2025 at the Boat House, Barbuda Ocean Club, in Antigua and Barbuda, under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister...

Four fishermen honoured during Fish Day ceremony
President Louis Mussington, Préfet Cyrille Le Vely and Anguilla’s Minister of Economic Development Kyle Hodge placed a wreath in the water. (Collectivité photo) MARIGOT--The 23rd edition of Fish Day organised by the Collectivité’s Cultural Affairs...

Below Deck Season 12: Damo Yorg’s Age, Job, Relationship History, Instagram, & More
Everything to know about Deckhand Damo Yorg from Below Deck season 12. The new season of Below Deck premiered in June 2025, featuring the crew aboard the 197-foot superyacht St. David as they navigate the luxurious waters of the Caribbean,...
ECCB Monetary Council Chairmanship Handover Highlights Central Bank’s Strength and Future Plans
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN) — On Thursday, July 17, 2025, a significant ceremony marked the change in chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) Monetary Council, held at the Conference Centre of the American...