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  • VIDEO: Effects of flooding from heavy rain in some areas of Dominica’s east coast

    VIDEO: Effects of flooding from heavy rain in some areas of Dominica’s east coast

    A severe bout of heavy rainfall has swept across Dominica’s eastern coast, triggering destructive flooding that has left significant damage in multiple communities across the island region. Local news outlet Dominican News Online has published a collection of firsthand visual materials—including user-submitted and on-the-ground videos and photographs—that document the widespread impact of the extreme weather event across four affected districts.

    The hardest-hit locations confirmed so far include Concord, Deux Branches, and the Dam neighborhood of Marigot, each of which has seen floodwaters inundate residential and public spaces, per the visual evidence shared. Two additional videos captured in the Antrizzle area of Atkinson further illustrate the scope of the flooding, showing rising water levels and disrupted daily life for local residents. As of the publication of this initial report, no official updates on casualties or full estimations of total property damage have been released to the public. Emergency response teams are expected to begin conducting damage assessments across the affected coastal areas as soon as floodwaters begin to recede.

  • Shot dead at home: Family alleges “execution” by police

    Shot dead at home: Family alleges “execution” by police

    In the quiet neighborhood of Old Train Line in Corinth, a early-morning police response to a reported altercation has left a community in mourning and sparked urgent questions about the appropriate use of deadly force by law enforcement. Early Sunday morning, 45-year-old laborer Shivnath Jogie was fatally shot by officers inside his own residence, and pronounced dead shortly after arriving at San Fernando General Hospital.

    According to initial official accounts from police, the team was dispatched to Jogie’s property around 1:30 a.m. to probe a report that Jogie had attacked a neighbor with a cutlass, inflicting chop wounds, during a dispute on his own land. During what police describe as a confrontation with the suspect, officers opened fire, striking Jogie. He was immediately transported to the regional hospital for emergency care, but medical staff were unable to save him.

    However, Jogie’s family and neighbors have rejected the official narrative, pushing back hard on the circumstances that led to his death, and alleging that the encounter escalated unnecessarily and unjustly ended an innocent man’s life. Britney Francis, a relative of Jogie, has openly questioned why law enforcement resorted to lethal force when they arrived only to investigate a reported incident. Francis clarified that the incident prompting the visit was a dispute between Jogie and another resident on the street earlier that evening.

    Francis has also raised a critical legal question rooted in Trinidad and Tobago’s 2025 Home Invasion (Self-Defence and Defence of Property) Act, popularly referred to as the nation’s “Stand Your Ground” legislation. The law explicitly grants people on their own property the legal right to defend themselves without a duty to retreat, and permits the use of reasonable force — including lethal force — when a person reasonably believes it is necessary to protect their life or property from criminal harm. Francis questioned whether Jogie was within his legal rights to act in self-defense if he perceived a threat to his property.

    In blunt terms, Francis described the shooting as an extrajudicial killing: “This was an execution. It was a straight shot to his face. If the police did their job properly, he might not have been dead today. They shot him in his face, a single gunshot wound.”

    By Sunday morning, dozens of neighbors had gathered near Jogie’s home to express solidarity with his family and back their calls for a full, independent probe of the officers’ actions. One witness to the confrontation called the shooting a heartless, cruel injustice and a fundamental failure of policing. “It was traumatising to see someone getting killed in their own home for defending themselves,” the neighbor said.

    Another long-time resident who has known Jogie since childhood described the fatal shooting as “unjust,” pushing back against any implication that Jogie was a habitually violent person. “I grew up with him and when he drink alcohol, he would talk plenty. He was not a violent guy at all, he didn’t keep no grudges. He was a good fella,” the resident said. “This is the first time that we have experienced something like this in his district. We want a proper investigation.”

    In addition to calling for a full investigation, Francis also urged policy change, saying that mandatory body camera use for all police officers should be required to add transparency and accountability to law enforcement interactions. The community remains united in its demand that every detail of the shooting be brought to light to deliver justice for Jogie.

  • Mottley calls for renewed commitment amid global challenges

    Mottley calls for renewed commitment amid global challenges

    On Sunday, during a commemorative Founder’s Day service held at Bethel Methodist Church on Bay Street, Mia Mottley – Prime Minister of Barbados and leader of the Barbados Labour Party – issued a heartfelt call for a renewed collective commitment to national progress, emphasizing that the work of building a stronger nation extends far beyond the responsibilities of elected officeholders.

    Mottley opened her remarks by framing the gathering as both a moment to seek spiritual guidance and a public appeal for widespread recommitment to the country’s development. “The work will not be done by members of parliament or ministers alone,” she told attendees, underlining that every Barbadian has a role to play in driving national growth.

    The Prime Minister highlighted three core pillars that remain critical to advancing the party’s founding mission: political education, grassroots mobilization, and unwavering dedication to public service. She argued that these values are non-negotiable for stabilizing Barbados’ long-term growth trajectory and upholding the original purpose that guided the party’s establishment. “If ever there was a time for this political institution to redouble its efforts in political education, in political mobilisation and in political commitment, in order to stabilise this nation’s growth and to stabilise our commitment to the renewal of the purpose for which we were established,” she stated.

    Acknowledging the widespread fatigue many Barbadians feel amid ongoing global and domestic challenges, Mottley noted that periods of difficulty are the ultimate test of a nation’s collective resolve. “It may seem like some to be a call to those who are already weary, and yes, I acknowledge that the distance sometimes can be long and it can carry but it is when you are tired, more often than not, that we see through history that you are tested the greatest,” she explained.

    Mottley also stressed the importance of cross-community unity, bridging both religious and political divides to pursue shared national goals. She pointed out that the gathering brought together people of all faith backgrounds, united by the understanding that political work does not override individual spiritual missions. Looking ahead to the coming year, she warned that Barbados will likely face continued headwinds, but expressed confidence in the country’s ability to navigate these challenges – a success that she says depends entirely on collective action, not just top-down leadership.

    Drawing a powerful historical parallel, Mottley connected today’s climate of global uncertainty to the era in which the Barbados Labour Party was founded, on the eve of World War II. That period, like today, was defined by widespread instability and systemic inequality: “We were founded at a time when fascism was raising its head. We were founded at a time when people were not seen and people were not heard, and the majority of the people of this country had to do as they were told, not as they wished to do.”

    She emphasized that the party’s founding mission – advancing economic enfranchisement and social justice for all Barbadians – remains just as urgent today as it was nearly a century ago. Amid rising global unpredictability, she warned that vulnerable communities are once again at risk of being left behind: “The transformation needed to resist the winds of change that allow the mighty to dominate is urgent. The least, the last and the lost are once again fighting to be protected.”

    Mottley also referenced recent conversations with progressive political leaders across the globe, where participants shared growing concern that long-held core values of equity and justice are no longer universally upheld. She urged supporters to persevere, reminding them that the fight for social progress has always demanded sacrifice. “We will not be the first to be asked to carry a heavy burden to fight injustice, nor the first to be asked to complete the journey of transformation,” she said.

    Closing her remarks, Mottley paid tribute to a deceased member of the host church before repeating her call for both individual and collective recommitment to national progress. She acknowledged that the Barbados Labour Party and the country as a whole have achieved significant gains over the years, but stressed that sustained, collaborative work remains essential to secure a prosperous future for all Barbadians.

  • Shark Sighting at Ffryes Beach Prompts Swimmers to Exit Water

    Shark Sighting at Ffryes Beach Prompts Swimmers to Exit Water

    On a sunny Sunday at Ffryes Beach, a routine day of sunbathing and swimming was interrupted by an unexpected visitor: a shark spotted swimming just off the shoreline. The sighting triggered immediate alarm among the crowd of beachgoers, with many swimmers hurrying to scramble out of the shallow water while curious onlookers pulled back to safer distances to observe the rare marine visitor.

    Witnesses on the sand described the shark moving slowly through the water, lingering just beyond the breaking waves of the shallow near-shore zone. Several bystanders pulled out their phones to capture video and photos of the uncommon encounter, while also calling out warnings to swimmers who had ventured further from shore to alert them of the potential danger.

    In the end, the encounter ended without harm to any beachgoer or the shark itself. No injuries were reported among the crowd, and after several minutes of slowly cruising the offshore area, the animal turned and swam back out into deeper open water with no further interaction.

    Local marine officials note that while shark sightings in the waters near Ffryes Beach are an extremely rare occurrence, they are not impossible. Experts explain that such encounters are most likely to happen in areas where large schools of fish draw sharks closer to shore in search of prey. For beachgoers who spot a shark near the coast, standard safety guidance from authorities urges people to avoid panicking or making sudden movements, and to exit the water slowly and carefully to avoid escalating any risk.

  • Medical expert calls for regional action to tackle rising cancer rates

    Medical expert calls for regional action to tackle rising cancer rates

    Against a backdrop of steadily increasing cancer diagnoses across the Caribbean, a prominent international cancer specialist has sounded the alarm, calling for immediate cross-border cooperation to address the growing public health crisis. Dr. John Diaz, Medical Director of Robotic Surgery at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, delivered this urgent call to action during his address at the Caribbean Gynecologic Cancer Society’s annual meeting held in Barbados on Saturday.

    During his speech, Dr. Diaz laid out a stark set of statistics that underscore the severity of the crisis in the host nation. With a total population of just 230,000 people, Barbados logs more than 1,000 new cancer diagnoses every year. This per-capita rate of new cases outpaces that of most regions across the globe, highlighting the disproportionate burden the disease places on small Caribbean nations.

    While upward trends in cancer incidence are a shared global challenge, Dr. Diaz emphasized that the Caribbean faces a set of unique obstacles that exacerbate the crisis. Two of the most pressing gaps are insufficient resource allocation and systemic failures in early detection programs, he explained. Many at-risk community members are missing critical opportunities for life-saving screening and preventive care. Catching cancer at its earliest stages drastically improves the effectiveness of medical intervention and dramatically boosts long-term cure rates, a benefit the region is currently failing to deliver for too many patients.

    Cervical cancer stands out as a particularly urgent concern for the Caribbean, where incidence rates remain far higher than those seen in most high-income developed countries. To reverse this trend, Dr. Diaz stressed two key priorities: expanding widespread access to routine Pap smear screenings, and increasing public uptake of the HPV vaccine, which has been scientifically proven to prevent multiple forms of cancer in both men and women. Despite these proven benefits, Dr. Diaz noted that widespread public reluctance to adopt HPV vaccination remains a persistent barrier to progress.

    Beyond cervical cancer, the region is also facing a sharp spike in cases of uterine and endometrial cancers. Dr. Diaz linked this surge to two key demographic and public health shifts: the region’s overall aging population, and a rapidly growing obesity epidemic that drives elevated cancer risk.

    To turn the tide against these worrying trends, Dr. Diaz is advocating for broader adoption of cutting-edge medical technologies across the region, most notably robotic-assisted cancer surgery. Unlike traditional open surgical procedures, robotic surgery allows clinicians to complete complex cancer interventions through only very small incisions. This minimally invasive approach delivers major benefits for patients: many are able to be discharged home the same day of their procedure, and can return to their normal daily routines in just a couple of weeks, compared to the months of recovery required after conventional surgery.

    Dr. Diaz argued that the single most effective step to address the Caribbean’s cancer gap is building intentional, collaborative partnerships between leading international cancer care centers and local oncology teams across the region. Through these cross-border alliances, the region can close the persistent equity gap in cancer care, ensuring that all women across the Caribbean have equal access to the latest life-saving medical innovations that can improve survival outcomes and quality of life.

  • Flood warnings due to heavy rainfall, extended for Dominica’s coasts; shelters open in Atkinson, Antrizle

    Flood warnings due to heavy rainfall, extended for Dominica’s coasts; shelters open in Atkinson, Antrizle

    The Caribbean island nation of Dominica remains on high flood alert Thursday, with emergency officials extending warnings for both its eastern and western coastlines as a persistent rain-bearing weather system continues to pummel the area.

    In a public address, National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmoore called on residents to remain calm while exercising extra caution to avoid harm. He noted that while unpredictable weather is out of human control, individuals can protect themselves by making safe choices about their movements and keeping panic in check. The minister also issued a warning against sharing unvetted alarming flood-related content on social media, pointing out that such posts can trigger acute trauma for residents who still bear psychological scars from devastating past storms including 2015’s Tropical Storm Erika and 2017’s Hurricane Maria, both of which caused widespread destruction and loss of life on the island.

    Blackmoore confirmed that all national emergency response systems have been fully activated to handle the developing situation. Disaster management teams, fire service units, and public works crews have already been deployed across high-risk areas to carry out preliminary damage assessments and prepare for rapid response. “All the systems are in place in terms of response and the audits are being done as to the areas that have been affected and we are ready to go,” Blackmoore said. He also stressed that protecting first responders is a top priority, emphasizing that rescue teams should not be put in unnecessary danger while aiding vulnerable community members.

    Senior Meteorological Officer Marshall Alexander updated the public on rainfall totals, confirming that accumulations have already passed 200 millimeters (8 inches) along Dominica’s eastern coast, while the western coast has recorded more than 50 millimeters (2 inches) of rain. Due to the saturated ground and ongoing precipitation, officials upgraded the western coast’s flood watch to a full flood warning, and extended both warnings to remain in effect until 6 p.m. local time Thursday.

    Alexander explained that the persistent bad weather is being driven by an active trough system positioned over the region, and forecast that moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms would continue to impact the island for the next several hours. Forecasters expect river and flash flooding to impact low-lying areas on both coasts as the system moves slowly through the area.

    Local authorities are maintaining round-the-clock monitoring of weather conditions, river levels, and flood risks, and have issued targeted guidance for high-risk groups. Farmers, commercial fishermen, and daily commuters are specifically urged to stay updated on official advisories and avoid unnecessary travel through flood-prone areas. The Office of Disaster Management (ODM) additionally announced that two public shelters have been opened in the Kalinago Territory, located in Atkinson and Antrizle, to host residents who need to evacuate their homes for safety.

  • Flood warnings due to heavy rainfall, extended for Dominica’s coasts

    Flood warnings due to heavy rainfall, extended for Dominica’s coasts

    The Caribbean island of Dominica remains under active flood warnings for both its eastern and western coastlines, government officials have confirmed, as an extended period of heavy rain continues to pummel the region and raise flood risks across the island.

    National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmoore has appealed to residents to maintain both calm and caution amid the ongoing weather event. In his address to the public, he noted that while meteorological conditions are entirely outside of human control, individuals can mitigate their personal risk by making intentional choices about their movements and keeping a level head. He also issued a warning against the spread of unvetted, alarming imagery across social media platforms, pointing out that many Dominicans still carry trauma from past devastating weather events including Tropical Storm Erika in 2015 and Hurricane Maria in 2017, and that sensationalized content can cause unnecessary widespread panic.

    According to Blackmoore, all national emergency response systems have been fully activated to coordinate preparations and relief efforts. Disaster management teams, fire service personnel, and public works crews have already been deployed to at-risk regions across the island. “All the systems are in place in terms of response, and preliminary damage assessments are already underway for areas that have been impacted. We are fully prepared to move forward with relief and recovery as soon as conditions allow,” he said, adding a critical note that first responders must prioritize their own safety while working to evacuate and support vulnerable community members.

    Senior Meteorological Officer Marshall Alexander provided updated rainfall data, confirming that accumulations on the island’s eastern coast have already surpassed 200 millimeters (8 inches), while western coast areas have recorded more than 50 millimeters (2 inches) of rain. In response to the rising water levels, the national meteorological service upgraded the existing flood watch for the western coast to a full flood warning, and extended both coasts’ warnings through 6 p.m. local time on the day of the announcement.

    Alexander explained that the persistent bad weather is being driven by a slow-moving trough system parked over the region, which will continue to bring moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms to the island over the coming hours. He added that widespread flooding is now considered a likely outcome on both coasts as saturated ground struggles to absorb additional rainfall.

    Authorities are maintaining round-the-clock monitoring of weather conditions, river levels, and flood risk across Dominica. They have issued specific guidance for high-risk groups including farmers, fishermen, and daily commuters, urging all residents to stay alert to changing conditions and follow all official safety advisories.

  • Man dies from gunshot wound opposite Baroombar

    Man dies from gunshot wound opposite Baroombar

    A violent public altercation in Georgetown has ended in a fatal shooting, leaving one man dead and local law enforcement searching for the suspect, Guyana’s police confirmed in an update on Sunday, 26 April 2026. The confrontation unfolded shortly before 8 a.m. along North Road, directly across from the popular Baroombar Club, when an unprovoked attack turned deadly. According to initial police accounts, the victim, a dreadlocked man whose personal details have not been released to the public as of Sunday morning, initiated the conflict. The still-unidentified suspect had been urinating on the northern curb of North Road when the victim walked over from his nearby position and struck the suspect a hard blow to the head. What followed was a rapid escalation of violence that ultimately claimed the victim’s life. After being struck, the suspect retrieved a small handgun from a side bag he was carrying. He aimed the weapon at the victim and pulled the trigger twice, but the gun failed to fire on both attempts. Rather than de-escalate, the suspect then began beating the victim about the head with the handgun itself, striking him twice and knocking the man to the pavement. As the victim lay on the ground, the suspect hit him a third time with the weapon — and that is when a shot discharged. The bullet struck the victim in the head, killing him almost instantly. Following the fatal shot, the suspect calmly returned the gun to his side bag, then fled the scene on foot, heading west along North Road, leaving the victim motionless in the roadway. Members of the public contacted police to report the incident shortly after the shooting. Responding officers summoned emergency medical personnel, who arrived and pronounced the victim dead at the scene. A close examination of the scene confirmed a single entry gunshot wound on the right side of the victim’s head. As of the latest update Sunday afternoon, investigators have not released any additional details about the suspect’s identity, nor have they announced any arrests in connection with the killing. The case remains open and active as law enforcement works to identify both the victim and track down the fleeing suspect.

  • From Saint Lucia stages to NAACP spotlight: Kyvon Edwin’s film journey

    From Saint Lucia stages to NAACP spotlight: Kyvon Edwin’s film journey

    Nine years ago, a young performer named Kyvon Edwin left his home in Saint Lucia to chase a big dream in New York City: refining his craft as an actor and storyteller. That initial leap of faith has grown into a thriving, multi-faceted career in global cinema, marked by a string of milestones that showcase both his talent and his unwavering commitment to centering authentic Caribbean narratives on the world stage.

    After two years of rigorous training at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, Edwin graduated in 2019, laying a solid foundation for what would quickly become a burgeoning career in film. His work has already earned him a spot at the renowned Short Film Corner at the Festival de Cannes, one of the most high-profile platforms for emerging cinematic talent. Beyond his work in front of the camera, Edwin launched his own production banner, Roots Production, a venture that has already sent multiple original short films to screenings at festivals across the globe.

    Most recently, Edwin earned a spot as a finalist in the NAACP Cinematic Shorts Competition, a landmark achievement that opened doors to invaluable industry connections. Through the competition, he got the chance to network with top executives and established talent from some of the most recognizable entertainment studios and companies in the world. As part of the program, Roots Production co-created the short film *In/Finite* with NAACP Studios, with Edwin stepping into roles as co-writer and co-director alongside collaborator Auriyana Armour. Advancing to the competition’s finals also granted him access to the annual NAACP convention, the organization’s awards week, and exclusive visits to major Hollywood studios.

    Speaking candidly to St. Lucia Times, Edwin reflected on his winding journey, calling it eventful but reaffirmed his lifelong commitment to storytelling. Even as he has taken on producing, directing and enterprise leadership, Edwin says his first love remains acting – a passion that first ignited when he was a theatre-loving teenager growing up in Saint Lucia, and one that has never faded. “In the midst of pursuing filmmaking, I still audition and go out for film projects,” he shared, emphasizing his identity as a full-time storyteller first.

    Roots Production, for Edwin, is more than just a business: it is a purpose-driven platform to amplify underrepresented stories and create meaningful cultural impact. In 2023, he took on nearly every key role for one of the company’s flagship projects: *Lettre La (The Letter)*, a short film inspired by the iconic late radio host Juke Bois’ beloved cult show of the same name. Edwin produced, wrote, directed and starred in the project, which cast a roster of local talent including Okeema Moore, Rory Clarke, Rudolph Shaw, and even Edwin’s own mother, Yvonne Edwin. After completing a run on the global film festival circuit – where strict rules often bar films from public screenings before their festival premieres conclude – *Lettre La* is finally set for its first public screening in Edwin’s home country of Saint Lucia. The screening will take place as part of the upcoming Arts and the City event on April 26 and 27, with screening times to be announced by Caribbean Cinemas and the Cultural Development Foundation.

    A second original short from Roots Production, *Bagay La Nou Pòté (The Things We Carry)*, marks another milestone for Edwin, who served as producer and director on the project. The film was funded through a mix of grants, corporate sponsorships, and community crowdfunding, and was filmed entirely on location in Saint Lucia with a mostly local cast and crew. The story follows one full day in the life of a young rising cricket star, a narrative rooted deeply in Saint Lucian culture. “When I was thinking about this story, something just clicked about how much cricket is a cornerstone of our culture – how we go to games and enjoy it, how we support our players. I thought it was a very nuanced look at what it means to be Saint Lucian,” Edwin explained. He drew inspiration from iconic Saint Lucian athletes like cricket star Daren Sammy and track star Julien Alfred, whose incredible careers grew from humble beginnings. “Just seeing our athletes who have incredible careers when they’ve come from such humble beginnings, I just wanted to reflect that story,” he said.

    *Bagay La Nou Pòté* has already screened at two major North American festivals: the Chelsea Film Festival in New York and the Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles, and has been submitted to dozens more festivals around the world. For Edwin, the next step for the story is to expand it into a fully realized coming-of-age hybrid series that follows the young protagonist’s journey to earn a spot on the West Indies cricket team, and he is currently building momentum and securing support for the development process.

    Beyond his own original projects, Edwin is also supporting the next generation of Caribbean filmmakers as a producer on upcoming Saint Lucian director Shanice Brette’s new feature. The film centers on a Saint Lucian woman navigating the final week of her pregnancy during a sweltering New York summer, as she comes to terms with what impending motherhood will mean for her. “I’m really excited about that project as well,” Edwin says.

    Building a successful film career as an emerging storyteller from a small Caribbean nation has not been without its challenges, but Edwin’s vision has remained consistent through every step: to create cinematic work that tells authentic Caribbean stories that resonate with audiences around the globe. For the 9-year journey from a young immigrant actor in New York to a festival-screened, NAACP-recognized filmmaker, that vision continues to drive every new project he takes on.

  • Daniel clocks world-class 46.86; World U-20 qualification pending

    Daniel clocks world-class 46.86; World U-20 qualification pending

    The 2026 Classique Lighting Caribbean Communal Invitational delivered one of its most anticipated standout performances over the weekend, as 18-year-old Grenadian sprinter Darell Daniel put on a masterclass to take gold in the Under-20 Men’s 400m with a blistering time that far exceeds World Athletics’ automatic qualifying standard for the 2026 World Under-20 Championships.Competing out of Altitude Track Academy, Daniel dominated the race from the opening gun. He controlled the pace through the first 200 metres, then opened up a decisive gap on the home straight to cross the finish line in a personal best 46.86 seconds – a full 0.54 seconds faster than the 47.40-second automatic qualifying mark set by global track and field’s governing body for the upcoming championships in Eugene, Oregon.The stunning result cements Daniel’s status as one of the Caribbean’s top emerging quarter-milers for the 2026 season, but a technical rule hurdle stands between the young sprinter and an automatic spot at the World U20 event. Per World Athletics’ qualification rules, performances must be recorded at a competition that is either organized, authorized, or ratified by World Athletics, its North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC), or a member national federation such as Grenada’s Athletics Association (GAA). Additionally, all eligible meets must be pre-listed on World Athletics’ Global Calendar Platform to qualify for ratification.A cross-check of the platform’s current listings confirms that the 2026 Classique Lighting Caribbean Communal Invitational is not registered as an officially sanctioned qualifying event. While Daniel’s run proves he has the speed to compete at the global level, he will need to repeat his sub-qualifying standard time at a World Athletics-recognized meet to lock in his position on Grenada’s national team for Oregon.Fortunately for the young sprinter, his next chance to secure his spot is just around the corner. The Whitsuntide Games, a long-standing staple of the Caribbean regional athletics calendar, is scheduled to take place May 23-24, 2026, and is already confirmed as a fully ratified event for World Athletics rankings and qualification purposes.Unlike the recent invitational, the Whitsuntide Games will bring a deeper, more competitive field for Daniel, with top junior sprinters traveling from across the region – including Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines – to compete. A strong repeat performance in May will be all Daniel needs to formalize his place on the Grenadian delegation heading to Oregon this year.Full official results from the Under-20 Men’s 400m at the 2026 Classique Lighting Caribbean Communal Invitational are as follows: 1. Darell Daniel (Altitude Track Academy) 46.86s; 2. Kyle Nedd (ACE) 49.28s; 3. Taj Thomas (Fusion Athletics) 49.48s; 4. Kimmol Murray (ACE) 49.74s; 5. Ethan Auguste (Fusion Athletics) 50.42s; 6. Yeshuwa Douglas (Fusion Athletics) 51.58s; 7. Trevon Joseph (Classique Lighting Finishline) 52.03s; Shamau Andrew (Top Flight Athletics) did not start.