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Air Peace Flight Lands in Barbados
In a development that signals growing connectivity between West Africa and the Caribbean, Nigeria’s leading private airline Air Peace has successfully landed one of its commercial flights in Barbados. This landing represents a significant step forward for the carrier’s ongoing expansion strategy beyond its traditional regional operating base in West Africa.
Air Peace, which was founded in 2013, has built a reputation for expanding Nigeria’s air access to global markets over the past decade. Prior to this landing, the airline had already expanded its routes to cover major destinations across the Middle East, Asia, and other parts of Africa, as well as select European cities. The arrival in Bridgetown, Barbados’ capital, opens up a new direct air link between West Africa and the Eastern Caribbean, a region that has long lacked convenient direct connections from African markets.
Industry analysts note that this new route has the potential to boost multiple sectors, including tourism, trade, and cultural exchange between the two regions. For African travelers seeking access to the Caribbean, the direct service eliminates the need for inconvenient layovers in European or North American hubs, cutting down travel time and reducing overall travel costs. Similarly, Caribbean tourists looking to visit West Africa will now have a more streamlined travel option.
Barbadian aviation officials have welcomed the new service, highlighting that increased air connectivity aligns with the island nation’s post-pandemic tourism recovery strategy, which aims to attract visitor markets from beyond North America and Europe. Air Peace representatives have not yet released full details on the frequency of this new route or long-term operational plans, but the successful landing is widely viewed as the first step in establishing a regular service between Nigeria and Barbados.
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NOAA predicts a below-normal 2026 hurricane season
As the official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season draws near, the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its official seasonal prediction, calling for a below-average number of storms across the basin this year. The Atlantic hurricane season runs annually from June 1 through November 30, and NOAA’s updated outlook puts the probability of a below-normal season at 55%, compared to a 35% chance of near-normal activity and just a 10% chance of an above-normal season.
In terms of projected storm counts, NOAA forecasters estimate the 2026 season will see between 8 and 14 named storms — systems that reach sustained wind speeds of 39 miles per hour (63 km/h) or higher. Of these named storms, 3 to 6 are expected to strengthen into full hurricanes, defined by sustained winds of at least 75 miles per hour, with 1 to 3 intensifying further into major hurricanes of Category 3, 4, or 5 strength, which carry winds of 115 miles per hour or stronger. Forecasters hold a 70% confidence interval in this range of projections, which falls well below the 30-year average for Atlantic hurricane seasons: a typical season brings 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized that NOAA and the National Weather Service (NWS) are fully prepared to provide timely, accurate updates as the season unfolds, noting that cutting-edge forecasting and tracking infrastructure is in place to deliver real-time storm alerts to at-risk communities.
NOAA Administrator Neil Jacobs expanded on this preparation, highlighting the agency’s integration of modern innovative tools into its forecasting workflows. “AI-powered weather models, unmanned aerial surveillance drones, and next-generation satellite data, paired with the decades of specialized expertise held by NWS forecasters, will allow us to generate the most reliable forecasts possible to keep vulnerable communities safe,” Jacobs stated.
Meteorologists point to competing climate patterns that are driving the projection for a quieter-than-average season. The key suppressing factor is the expected development and intensification of El Niño over the course of the season, a climate phenomenon in the Pacific that is well-documented to reduce tropical cyclone formation and intensification in the Atlantic by increasing vertical wind shear that tears developing storms apart. Counteracting this trend, however, are slightly warmer-than-average projected sea surface temperatures across the Atlantic and weaker-than-average trade winds, both of which can create favorable conditions for storm growth.
Even with the forecast for below-normal activity, NWS Director Ken Graham stressed that preparedness remains non-negotiable for all communities in hurricane-prone regions. “While El Niño often suppresses hurricane development in the Atlantic basin, it only takes one damaging storm to turn a quiet overall season into a catastrophic disaster for your community,” Graham warned. He directed residents to visit the official NWS safety website at https://www.weather.gov/safety and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s preparedness portal at https://www.ready.gov/ to access critical resources and update emergency plans ahead of the season.
The World Meteorological Organization’s pre-approved list of 2026 Atlantic tropical storm names is: Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, Edward, Fay, Gonzalo, Hanna, Isaias, Josephine, Kyle, Leah, Marco, Nana, Omar, Paulette, Rene, Sally, Teddy, Vicky, and Wilfred.
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LIVE: Novena in honor of the Holy Spirit Night 6 Theme – Called to be Ambassadors for Christ
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LIVE: Novena in honor of the Holy Spirit Theme – Called to be Ambassadors for Christ Night 5
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Strong winds advisory: Saturday, 16 May (1 pm)
The Grenada Meteorological Service has issued an official advisory as it continues to monitor moderate to strong wind conditions across the island nation, driven by a sharp contrast in atmospheric pressure across the region. According to meteorological analysis, a tight pressure gradient formed between a strong 1031 millibar high-pressure system positioned over the Atlantic Ocean and a 1008 millibar low-pressure system located off northern Colombia is the primary force sustaining these intense wind conditions across the Eastern Caribbean.
For the island of Grenada specifically, the forecast through the duration of this event calls for generally fair overall weather, but sustained windy and hazy conditions will persist alongside the stable air mass. Compounding the wind-related risks, a formal marine advisory remains in effect, as forecasters project that powerful easterly swells will generate open-ocean waves reaching heights of up to 9 feet.
Meteorologists have outlined multiple potential hazards that residents and visitors should prepare for in the coming days. On land, gusty strong winds are capable of dislodging unsecured loose objects, sending them flying into pedestrian or vehicle pathways. The sustained wind speeds also raise the risk of snapping tree branches and felling entire unstable trees across the island. At sea, the combination of strong winds and large swells will create choppy, moderate to rough sea conditions that pose threats to multiple groups, including local commercial and recreational fishermen, beachgoers gathered along exposed coastlines, operators of small sailboats, and all other users of small watercraft.
In its public advisory, the Meteorological Service has urged all people in Grenada to exercise key precautions to avoid injury or property damage. Residents are advised to remain alert for falling broken branches, toppled trees, and airborne loose debris while traveling or spending time outdoors. For marine users, the agency emphasizes extra caution for vulnerable small craft, particularly during periods of high tide when water levels amplify already dangerous sea conditions.
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LIVE on DNO FROM 6PM: Novena in honour of Holy Spirit night 1 – Called to be ambassadors to Christ
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WEATHER (6:00 AM, May 13, 2026):
Over the next full day, stable atmospheric conditions will remain the primary driver of regional weather, shaped by a persistent high-pressure system that anchors the overall pattern. As fragmented cloud masses drift with prevailing wind currents, the sky will range from partially overcast to fully cloudy, accompanied by scattered rain showers. Some of these showers may intensify into moderate or even heavy downpours, with the highest concentrations forecast for early morning hours and overnight. For residents living in zones prone to flash flooding, mudslides, and falling rock debris, local weather officials urge constant vigilance and proactive safety measures to avoid risk.
Later this evening, the region will also see a thin, diffuse plume of dust carried from the Sahara Desert reach the island. While the concentration is not expected to be severe, individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions or heightened sensitivity to airborne particulates are advised to take appropriate protective steps, such as limiting prolonged outdoor exposure and keeping indoor air filtered.
Looking at marine conditions, wave heights will stay relatively mild through most of the next 24 hours, ranging from small to moderate across surrounding waters. Off the eastern coastline, waves are projected to build to a maximum of 7 feet, while the western coast will see calmer swells averaging around 3 feet. However, overnight tonight, sea conditions will deteriorate slightly: eastern coast waves are expected to climb to nearly 8 feet, and western coast swells will rise to roughly 5 feet. Operators of small recreational and commercial vessels, as well as people planning to swim in open waters, are advised to maintain extra caution and avoid venturing too far from shore.
In a separate update on broader Atlantic tropical activity, meteorologists are continuing to track a third tropical wave that is currently moving across the eastern portion of the tropical Atlantic. No immediate development has been projected for the system at this time, but monitoring remains ongoing to track any changes in its strength or trajectory.
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Local and Caribbean Bishops Conclude Rome Pilgrimage and Annual Plenary Meeting
Bishops from across the Caribbean region, members of the Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC), have wrapped up a pivotal 14-day pilgrimage to Rome that merged a mandatory Vatican visit with the organization’s annual governing gathering. Held between April 27 and May 8, the multi-faceted trip brought regional church leaders together for three core objectives: formal meetings with top Holy See officials, collective spiritual renewal, and collaborative conversations about the future trajectory of the Catholic Church across the Caribbean.
The first five days of the visit, the official Ad Limina Apostolorum, were dedicated to structured engagements with Vatican leadership. During this period, the AEC delegation held an audience with the Holy Father, alongside working sessions with leaders of more than a dozen key Vatican departments and administrative bodies. These discussions covered a wide range of critical church priorities, from clergy formation and educational policy to doctrinal guidance, family ministry, liturgical practice, global human development initiatives, and ecumenical efforts to advance Christian unity. The bishops also met with leadership of two high-priority Vatican bodies: the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors and the General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops, in addition to holding talks with the Vatican Secretariat of State.
In an official statement released following the pilgrimage, the AEC highlighted the papal audience as the centerpiece of the entire trip. The conference described the encounter as “profoundly enriching, encouraging, and deeply pastoral,” noting that the meeting strengthened the hierarchical communion between the Caribbean bishops and the Successor of St. Peter. It also reaffirmed the bishops’ shared commitment to expanding evangelization work across every island and community in the Caribbean region.
Beyond formal diplomatic and administrative meetings, the pilgrimage included extensive spiritual elements. The bishops celebrated Mass at each of Rome’s four historic Major Papal Basilicas, among them the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the cathedral of Rome and the official seat of the papacy, and the Basilica of St. Mary Major. At St. Mary Major, the group gathered in prayer at the tomb of the late Pope Francis, while at the tombs of Saints Peter and Paul they participated in a formal ritual to renew their individual and collective vows to apostolic ministry.
The second week of the pilgrimage shifted focus from Vatican engagements to internal formation and AEC business. Ahead of the Annual Plenary Meeting, bishops joined a specialized workshop on synodal leadership facilitated by Fr. David McCallum, SJ, a guided spiritual retreat directed by Sr. Julie Peters, SSM, and an additional group pilgrimage to the Italian town of Assisi, closely associated with St. Francis of Assisi. Following these formative activities, the bishops convened the official business sessions of the AEC’s annual plenary to conclude the trip.
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Public invitation to UWI Dominica Open House and Public Lecture with with professor C. Justin Robinson
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