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Caribbean delegates in air tax call
A high-level Caribbean delegation will begin a three-day lobby in Britain on Monday against what it sees as unfair hikes in the amount of airport departure tax to the West Indies. Related Stories Five Russian soldiers die in blast Gaza smugglers killed in airstrike Three Russian soldiers die in blast Basque group 'announces ceasefire' UK soldier killed in Afghanistan
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Japan, Caribbean nations discuss climate change, assistance for Haiti
Japan and 13 Caribbean nations agreed in Tokyo on Thursday to cooperate in curbing global warming and offering support to quake-hit Haiti among other issues at their first meeting in a decade, a Japanese official said. Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada and his Jamaican counterpart, Kenneth Baugh, cochaired the one-day gathering, the second of its kind since a Tokyo meeting in November 2000, with ...
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Caribbean visitors tour Florida National Guard
Jacksonville, Florida – The spirit of cooperation between the United States and Caribbean nations was strengthened recently as the Florida National Guard hosted representatives from seven Caribbean countries for a week-long visit.
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Huntsville hosts 5th annual Caribbean Day at Stoner Field Park
Organizers say the purpose of the event is to introduce the public to the Caribbean culture, cuisine and lifestyle, in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Japan, Caribbean nations seek to boost bilateral co-op, tackle int'l issues
Japan and 13 member countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), agreed on Thursday to make joint moves towards tackling global warming and offering support to Haiti, still reeling from a massive earthquake that struck in January.
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Find a taste of the Caribbean on LBI
For an eclectic mix of barbecue and tropical flavors, head to Cinnamon Bay Caribbean Grill in Harvey Cedars.
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Politics › Japan, Caribbean nations agree to cooperate on climate, Haiti
Japan and 13 Caribbean nations agreed in Tokyo on Thursday to cooperate with each other in curbing global warming and offering support to quake-hit Haiti…
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Caribbean-loving playboy and Borders aristocrat, Colin Tennant, dies aged 83
HE spent much of his childhood growing up on his aristocratic family's estate near Innerleithen, but Colin Tennant, who has died at the age of 83, will forever be remembered as the playboy confidante of Princess Margaret and the man who turned the tiny Caribbean island of Mustique into one of the world's most exclusive destinations. (02/09/2010)
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Value of Cruise Itinerary Change Coverage Proven Timely as 10 Ships with 30,000 Passengers Skip Caribbean Ports Due to ...
Caribbean cruise itineraries on 10 ships with 30,000+ passengers were quickly rerouted as September opened with Hurricane Earl disrupting Atlantic waterways between Caribbean ports. Travel Insured can reimburse prepaid, non-refundable passenger excursions and activities when ports are cancelled and local operators are unable or unwilling to return advance payments.
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Latin America & Caribbean
A state of emergency has been declared in Guatemala, where days of heavy rain have caused widespread flooding and landslides. At least 18 people have been killed, including at least 10 who died when a bus was engulfed by a mudslide.
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