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  • Peces de Ciudad opens in Gazcue: a culinary bridge between Peru and Spain

    Peces de Ciudad opens in Gazcue: a culinary bridge between Peru and Spain

    Santo Domingo’s historic Gazcue district has unveiled a sophisticated new culinary destination that merges gastronomic excellence with cultural immersion. Peces de Ciudad, strategically positioned at the intersection of Cervantes and Josefa Perdomo streets, represents an ambitious venture by proprietors Ángel Luis Peña and Rebeca Martínez to create an urban sanctuary where refined cuisine intersects with intellectual discourse and artistic appreciation.

    The establishment’s culinary philosophy is built upon an innovative collaboration between two distinguished chefs with complementary expertise. Executive Chef Rafael Mejía brings technical mastery of Spanish culinary traditions, while Chef Walter Núñez contributes his specialized knowledge of Peru’s diverse flavor profiles. Their synergistic partnership has yielded a menu that seamlessly integrates classic Spanish tapas with iconic Peruvian specialties, accompanied by an expertly curated selection of international wines, signature cocktails, and artisanal beers.

    Since its inaugural service on December 26, 2025, the gastrobar has cultivated an atmosphere specifically designed to encourage prolonged social engagement and relaxation. The venue’s acoustic landscape features carefully selected musical programming—including singer-songwriter compositions, trova, and Spanish-language rock—that provides the perfect backdrop for both casual luncheons and evening social gatherings. Enhancing its cultural credentials, the space regularly hosts live musical performances on designated dates throughout the calendar year.

    Operational hours accommodate diverse patron preferences: Monday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (with final kitchen orders at 10:00 p.m.) and Sunday operations from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (kitchen service until 5:00 p.m.). This scheduling strategy effectively serves both the professional lunch crowd and evening patrons seeking sophisticated dining experiences. For ongoing updates and special event announcements, the establishment maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle @pecesdeciudadrd.

  • Dennery, Anse La Raye set for U15 girls football final

    Dennery, Anse La Raye set for U15 girls football final

    An unexpected championship showdown is set for Saturday, January 17th at the SLFA Technical Centre in Grande Riviere, Dennery, as underdog Dennery and tournament favorites Anse La Raye advanced through dramatic semifinal matches in the Saint Lucia Football Association’s Under-15 Girls Championship.

    In a remarkable display of determination, the Dennery squad achieved a stunning 2-0 victory over Desruisseaux despite playing with only ten players for the entire match. The breakthrough came in the 14th minute when an unfortunate own goal from Desruisseaux’s Paisley Mc Fairlane put Dennery ahead. Trudy Joseph secured the impressive win with a clinical second strike in the 25th minute, demonstrating exceptional composure against the numerical disadvantage.

    Dennery’s head coach Ruphinia Joseph praised her team’s extraordinary resilience, stating, ‘Facing this challenge with reduced numbers required tremendous mental strength. These players have internalized that nothing is impossible when you maintain focus and determination. Their performance today proves their championship mentality.’

    Coach Joseph expressed overwhelming confidence in her squad’s potential, adding, ‘These exceptionally talented athletes represent the future of national football. Our rigorous training regimen and winning mentality have prepared us thoroughly for the final challenge.’

    The second semifinal delivered equal drama as Anse La Raye and Soufriere battled through regulation time without scoring. The deadlock continued until penalty kicks, where Anse La Raye emerged victorious with a 3-2 shootout triumph. This marked the second consecutive draw between these teams, following their 1-1 group stage encounter.

    Anse La Raye coach Jovette Wilson acknowledged areas for improvement despite the victory: ‘Our defensive organization requires refinement before the final. Having previously defeated Dennery in tournament play, we understand the tactical approach needed for success. Our focus now turns to addressing defensive vulnerabilities while maintaining our offensive threat.’

    The tournament concludes next weekend with Desruisseaux facing Soufriere in the third-place playoff before the championship final between these two contrasting teams—Dennery’s inspirational underdog story versus Anse La Raye’s established tournament pedigree.

  • India and Cuba mark 66 years of respect and collaboration

    India and Cuba mark 66 years of respect and collaboration

    Cuban diplomatic officials have highlighted the significant advancements in bilateral relations with India throughout 2025, marking a period of substantial progress in economic and commercial cooperation between the two nations. The assessment came during the United Diplomatic Council (UDC) meeting in New Delhi, where representatives reflected on the momentum achieved as the countries approached the 65th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.

    The year’s most notable development occurred in July during the BRICS Summit in Brazil, where Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a landmark meeting. This high-level engagement established a crucial foundation for strengthening diplomatic relations and exploring new collaborative opportunities.

    A cornerstone of the bilateral engagement was the India-Cuba Business Conference, which brought together prominent business leaders, government officials, and diplomats to identify partnership potential across multiple sectors. The conference specifically targeted biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, education, and trade as key areas for mutual development and investment.

    Further reinforcing these ties, India’s Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, undertook an official visit to Cuba in November. During his stay, Margherita engaged in comprehensive discussions with Cuban President Diaz-Canel, Deputy Prime Minister Eduardo Martinez, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment Oscar Perez-Oliva, and Acting Foreign Minister Gerardo Penalver. These meetings facilitated substantive exchanges on current cooperation frameworks and identified new avenues for collaborative ventures.

    Adding a cultural dimension to the bilateral relationship, the countries celebrated the Indian Film Festival in Cuba, fostering people-to-people connections and cultural appreciation between the two nations.

  • Cuba discusses state of Tricontinental on its 60th anniversary

    Cuba discusses state of Tricontinental on its 60th anniversary

    An international academic gathering of significant scale is currently underway, marking the sixtieth anniversary of the pivotal Tricontinental Conference originally held in Havana. This twentieth edition of the congress, organized under the theme “60 Years After the Tricontinental Conference: Context, Impact, Legacy, and Future,” brings together scholars from across the globe to examine the historical event’s enduring relevance in contemporary discussions on anticolonialism, anti-imperialism, and decolonization.

    The congress represents the culmination of longstanding academic collaboration between British and Cuban institutions. The Centre for Research on Cuba and the Cuba Research Forum initially emerged from a partnership between the University of Wolverhampton and the University of Havana established in 1998, with the University of Nottingham later joining the initiative in 2003.

    This year’s event features an extensive program with 43 panels and presentations by 170 distinguished speakers representing nearly one hundred universities and research centers from all continents. The substantial participation underscores the continued global interest in the Tricontinental Conference’s legacy.

    Organizers emphasize that the commemoration has gained increased significance given current global developments, with the renewed focus on the Global South’s contributions providing critical perspectives on unfolding regional and world events. The original 1966 conference assembled over 500 delegates from more than 80 countries and colonies across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, representing what was then termed the Third World. Historic figures including Salvador Allende of Chile, Amilcar Cabral of Guinea-Bissau, and Cheddi Jagan of Guyana participated in the landmark gathering that sought to forge solidarity against colonial and imperial domination.

    The contemporary congress continues through Wednesday, January 14, facilitating important academic exchanges and analyses that connect the historical context of the Tricontinental Conference with present-day geopolitical dynamics.

  • Mean Green win behind another Nestor double-double

    Mean Green win behind another Nestor double-double

    In a landmark achievement for the program, the University of North Texas women’s basketball team secured its first-ever victory at Tulane’s Avron B. Fogelman Arena with a hard-fought 59-53 win on Saturday, January 10. The historic triumph was spearheaded by a dominant performance from Saint Lucian transfer Megan Nestor, who continued her remarkable season with another double-double.

    Nestor, a 6-foot-4 center from Canaries, Saint Lucia, delivered her fourth consecutive double-figure scoring game and her eighth double-double of the season. Demonstrating exceptional efficiency, she reached double digits in points for the tenth time in sixteen games this season while taking just five shots from the field. Complementing her scoring, Nestor hauled in ten or more rebounds for the ninth time this term, securing her third straight double-double. She also contributed two assists and two steals to the winning effort.

    The former Saint Lucia national netball player continues to lead the American Athletic Conference in rebounds per game, averaging an impressive 11.9. Entering the contest, she held the unique distinction of being the only player in all of NCAA Division I basketball with at least 100 defensive rebounds and over 70 offensive rebounds, underscoring her prowess on both ends of the court.

    While Nestor provided the consistent interior presence, guards Chania Price and Aysia Proctor supplied crucial offensive firepower. Price erupted for a career-high 15 points, while Proctor added 12 points, all in a first half that saw UNT build a commanding 40-25 lead. The second half evolved into a defensive struggle, with North Texas managing only 19 points after the break. Tulane mounted several charges at the start of the third and fourth quarters, twice narrowing the deficit to single digits, but staunch defense from the Mean Green preserved the historic victory.

    Head coach Jason Burton highlighted the team’s strong start as a critical factor. “We reflected on last year, and it was the opposite, where we started slow and had to fight our way back,” Burton stated. “I loved how we came out in the first half… but we found a way to win.” The victory marked a significant milestone for a program that had previously gone 0-5 in games played at Tulane’s arena.

  • Malaysia blocks Grok for generating manipulated and offensive images

    Malaysia blocks Grok for generating manipulated and offensive images

    Malaysian regulatory authorities have implemented new restrictions on social media platform X, focusing specifically on its AI-powered feature Grok amid growing concerns over non-consensual image manipulation. The Communications and Multimedia Commission clarified that the platform itself remains accessible to Malaysia’s approximately five million users, with measures specifically targeting the prevention of offensive AI-generated content.

    The government’s action follows unsuccessful negotiations with Elon Musk’s company regarding enhanced technical safeguards. Malaysian officials deemed X’s existing complaint-based moderation system inadequate for addressing the sophisticated nature of AI-generated imagery. This regulatory move parallels similar restrictions recently enacted by Indonesia, reflecting regional apprehension about generative AI technologies.

    The controversy centers on Grok’s image editing capabilities, which multiple reports indicate have been exploited to create unauthorized nude and swimwear depictions of individuals, including women and minors. The situation escalated when X limited Grok’s image editing functions exclusively to paying subscribers, a move that preceded Malaysia’s decision to implement broader restrictions. Regulatory authorities emphasize that these measures aim to balance technological innovation with user protection, particularly regarding privacy and consent in the digital sphere.

  • Three parishes to be fogged this week

    Three parishes to be fogged this week

    The Barbados Ministry of Health and Wellness has initiated a comprehensive mosquito control operation targeting multiple parishes this week. The coordinated fogging campaign commenced today in Christ Church and will progressively expand to St. John and St. Michael throughout the week.

    Vector control teams commenced operations in Christ Church on Monday, January 12th, focusing on high-priority zones including Lower Greys Tenantry, Scenic Drive, Valley Vista First through Fifth Avenues, Boarded Hall Tenantry avenues, Frere Pilgrim, Homestead Drive and its connecting avenues, Homestead Circle, and Joypa Drive with adjacent avenues.

    The operation transitions to St. John from Tuesday through Thursday, with Tuesday’s schedule encompassing Ashbury Tenantry Road, Lemon Arbour Village, Knights Village, Lower Four Roads, Spooners, and both Pool Land sectors alongside surrounding districts. Wednesday’s deployment will target First Avenue Redland Tenantry, Redland Tenantry proper, Bailey Alley, Sweet Vale, Brathwaite Road, Butcher Road, Sweet Bottom, Groves, Claybury, and Golden Ridge Village with neighboring communities. Thursday concludes the St. John phase with fogging in Eastmont Road, Cheshire, Small Hope Tenantry Number One, and both Gall Hill sectors.

    The final phase on Friday, January 16th will concentrate on St. Michael, covering Perry Gap, Country Road, Tamarind Avenue, Laundry Road, Fordes Road, Skeetes Road, Pavilion Road, Downey Avenue, Progressive Road, Holligan Road, Fields Gap, Country Towers and adjacent residential areas.

    All fogging operations are conducted during evening hours from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. Health authorities advise residents to facilitate insecticide penetration by opening windows and doors during treatment periods while ensuring children avoid direct exposure to the fogging spray.

    The Ministry emphasized that adverse weather conditions or unexpected circumstances might necessitate schedule adjustments, with affected communities receiving priority attention once conditions permit resumption of operations. This initiative represents the government’s proactive approach to controlling mosquito populations and preventing vector-borne diseases across Barbados.

  • Cuban President Diaz-Canel responds to recent statements by Trump, affirming right to defend homeland

    Cuban President Diaz-Canel responds to recent statements by Trump, affirming right to defend homeland

    Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has issued a forceful condemnation of what he characterizes as \”immoral statements\” from the United States government, reaffirming Cuba’s readiness to defend its sovereignty. The remarks came in response to recent social media posts by U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to halt all oil and financial resources to Cuba.\n\nThe diplomatic confrontation escalated following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces, which disrupted Venezuela’s status as Cuba’s primary oil supplier. On January 11, 2026, President Trump declared via social media: \”THERE WILL BE NO MORE OIL OR MONEY GOING TO CUBA – ZERO! I strongly suggest they make a deal, BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.\”\n\nIn his response, President Díaz-Canel questioned the moral authority of U.S. leadership, stating that those who \”turn everything into a business, even human lives\” lack standing to criticize Cuba. He attributed current economic challenges to six decades of U.S. economic sanctions rather than Cuba’s political system, suggesting critics should \”feel ashamed and choose silence instead.\”\n\nThe Cuban leader framed the tension as an issue of national sovereignty, emphasizing that Cuba \”does not attack; it has been attacked by the US for 66 years.\” He declared the nation’s preparedness to \”defend the Homeland to the last drop of blood\” under the hashtag #CubaIsCourage.\n\nCuban state media extensively covered Díaz-Canel’s statements, positioning them within broader concerns about U.S. actions in Venezuela and perceived escalating threats from the White House toward multiple nations.

  • China underscores support for Cuba after new US threats

    China underscores support for Cuba after new US threats

    In a firm diplomatic stance, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning has articulated Beijing’s position against external intervention in Caribbean and Latin American affairs. The statements emerged during a press briefing where Mao responded to inquiries from Prensa Latina regarding regional geopolitical tensions.

    Mao Ning explicitly called upon the United States to terminate its long-standing economic embargo and comprehensive sanctions against Cuba, emphasizing that such measures detrimentally affect regional peace and stability. ‘We once again urge the United States to end the blockade, sanctions, and all forms of coercive measures against Cuba,’ the spokesperson declared, framing the issue as a matter of international justice and regional harmony.

    The diplomatic exchange further addressed concerns about U.S. involvement in Venezuela’s economic matters following military posturing toward Caracas. Mao underscored the fundamental principle of national sovereignty, asserting that Latin American nations possess the unequivocal right to independently select their international partners and determine their political trajectories without external pressure.

    Reaffirming China’s commitment to the region, Mao Ning stated, ‘Regardless of how the situation develops, China will continue to deepen practical cooperation with Latin American countries, including Venezuela, to promote mutual benefit.’ This pledge highlights Beijing’s strategic intention to strengthen ties with Latin American partners through collaborative economic and diplomatic engagement.

    The Chinese Foreign Ministry has consistently advocated for the removal of Cuba from the U.S. State Sponsors of Terrorism list, considering the designation an unjust impediment to the island nation’s development. This diplomatic position coincides with the 65th anniversary of Sino-Cuban relations, commemorated in 2025, which symbolizes the enduring partnership between Beijing and Havana amidst evolving global dynamics.

  • IRENA assembly notes importance of green energy to the Caribbean

    IRENA assembly notes importance of green energy to the Caribbean

    ABU DHABI, UAE – The 16th International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly commenced with a powerful emphasis on the Caribbean’s critical role in the global renewable energy transition. Dominican Republic’s Minister of Energy and Mines, Joel Santos Echeverría, presiding over the assembly, outlined a results-driven agenda focused on tangible benefits for vulnerable regions.

    Echeverría, addressing attendees virtually, highlighted the strategic importance of energy transition for Caribbean nations. He noted that climate change vulnerabilities—including hurricanes, extreme weather events, and sargassum accumulation—pose serious threats to energy security and economic stability. However, he emphasized the region’s vast renewable energy potential and opportunities for innovative solutions, such as converting sargassum into energy through technological research.

    The Dominican Republic’s presidency will prioritize integrating emerging energy technologies into IRENA’s agenda, promoting artificial intelligence and digital solutions for enhanced planning and resource mobilization. The assembly’s theme, “Powering Humanity, Renewable Energy For Shared Prosperity,” reflects a collective aspiration for equity and shared wellbeing through energy transition.

    Echeverría reaffirmed commitments to triple renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency by 2030, emphasizing accessible financing and technical assistance. He stressed that shared prosperity requires international solidarity and cooperation, particularly for small island developing states.

    IRENA Director-General Francesco La Camera reported record participation with 1,524 attendees from 139 countries and the EU. He described the current energy transformation as “unstoppable,” noting that 92% of new power capacity installed in 2025 was renewable. La Camera emphasized that renewables have become the most competitive electricity generation method, offering economic, resilience, and stability advantages over fossil fuels.

    The assembly occurs amid significant global challenges, including the recent U.S. withdrawal from numerous international organizations. Both leaders emphasized that renewable energy transition is no longer aspirational but an immediate necessity for climate resilience, energy security, and economic stability worldwide.