Firstly I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to the family of the deceased fisherman, Hong Shi-cheng and by extension the entire nation of Taiwan as they mourn the loss of one of their own in what I see as an incident that could have and indeed, should have been avoided at all costs. Though I personally was not present on May 9^th all information provided so far via the media indicates the use of excess force by the crew of the Philippine vessel.

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, MAY 17^TH 2013 (CUOPM) – Two mothers were honoured last Sunday (Mother’s Day) by the Co-Catherdal of the Immaculate Conception.

(The writer is a Visiting Fellow at London University and a former Caribbean Diplomat)

Tension is developing toward the Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM) from some quarters in Jamaica.  This was exemplified by a column in the Jamaica Gleaner Newspaper written by an Immigration Attorney, Mr. Ronald Mason.  

Professional accountant, Maurice Tyrell, who was born and raised on the island of Nevis but lived overseas for scores of years, pursuing his professional studies and doing business, says entrepreneurship grows the private sector.

New York, NY (May 13, 2013) - The Kittitian American Benevolent Association, KABA, a non-profit, charitable organization comprised primarily of overseas nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis, was officially recognized by the Town of Randolph, a Commonwealth of Massachusetts municipality.

"Every person has their secret sorrows which the world knows not; and often times we call a person cold [or bad] when really they're only sad."

~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807 - 1901)

You know that as you age, two things could happen. You either become more tolerant of others or less tolerant. You either accept the differences and foibles of those close to you or you become more impatient and judgmental. Obviously, if you want to preserve peace in the home, you must be more mindful of the things you are doing, thinking or saying because harmony feels better than turmoil and duress.

CHARLESTOWN, Nevis – Preliminary independent investigations by Newslink reveals that one person is in custody helping the Police with investigations into the attempted armed robbery that allegedly took place at the Yatchman’s Grill restaurant grounds in Cotton Ground last Wednesday night at around 9 p.m.

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, MAY 9TH 2013 (CUOPM) – A prominent International Monetary Fund (IMF) official has described as successful, St. Kitts and Nevis’ medical education industry.

Mrs. Fayola Tross and her son, Mckebou were the winners of the 2012 Nevis Family Feud. Mother and son said it was an exciting experience as it is a family hobby to read.