American Airlines says this summer is expected to become the biggest in the company’s history. The carrier says it expects to welcome 75 million travelers across 750,000 flights during its summer travel period running from May 21 through Sept. 8, surpassing its previous all-time record set in 2019. That includes a massive Memorial Day kickoff, […]
By Mark Simmonds, MP Op-Ed Contributor CLIMATE CHANGE is one of the greatest threats to our security and prosperity. So, now is the time for people around the world to work together, to protect our future and that of our children. And island nations, like those in the Caribbean, are already feeling the impact. Oil […]
Above: Minister Mark Simmonds By the Caribbean Journal staff Following widespread opposition in the Turks and Caicos, the United Kingdom has agreed not to implement a value-added tax in the territory. The decision, announced in a letter by Mark Simmonds, the UK’s Minister for the Overseas Territories, represents a victory for TCI Premier Dr Rufus […]
Above: UK Minister for the Overseas Territories Mark Simmonds (Photo: FCO) By the Caribbean Journal staff United Kingdom Minister for the Overseas Territories Mark Simmonds will be making his first ministerial visit to the Turks and Caicos Islands next week. The trip will last from Nov. 26 to Nov. 28, and will include meetings with […]
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