The Men’s Senior National Football Team of Dominica is poised to make its inaugural appearance in the CONCACAF Series, a tournament designed to provide competitive opportunities for nations eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The event, hosted in St. Kitts, will see Dominica compete in Group B alongside Belize, Saint Martin, Sint Maarten, and the host nation. The team’s campaign kicks off on November 13 with a match against Saint Martin, followed by a clash with Sint Maarten on November 15. A 23-player squad has been selected, featuring a blend of emerging talent and seasoned players, including four newcomers and five overseas-based athletes. The roster boasts a mix of goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, supported by a dedicated coaching and medical staff. This participation marks a significant milestone for Dominican football, offering a platform to showcase its potential on the regional stage.
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Rain Forces Decider as West Indies Chase Series Leveller
The West Indies are set to battle New Zealand in a high-stakes final T20 International in Dunedin on Thursday, aiming to level the series after the fourth match at Saxton Oval was abandoned due to relentless rain. Only 6.3 overs were bowled before the weather intervened, leaving the Windies at 38 for one. Despite hopes for a resumption, the conditions remained unfavorable, forcing the match to be called off. With New Zealand leading the five-match series 2-1, the final game now holds immense significance. The series has been marked by thrilling encounters, including the third T20 on November 8, where the Windies narrowly missed victory in a dramatic finish. In that match, New Zealand posted a competitive total of 177, powered by Devon Conway’s 56 and Daryl Mitchell’s 41. Despite a valiant effort from the Windies, including a 78-run partnership between Romario Shepherd and Shamar Springer, they fell short by nine runs. The fourth match’s cancellation has heightened the anticipation for the decider. Will the West Indies stage a comeback, or will New Zealand secure the series on home soil?
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UPP Granted Permission for Motorcade On Sunday
The United Progressive Party (UPP) has secured approval to conduct its rescheduled island-wide motorcade, rallying for an independent investigation into the so-called ‘Vehicle-Gate’ scandal. The event, themed ‘Only an Independent Investigation Will Do,’ is slated for Sunday, November 16, 2025, commencing at 10:00 a.m. from Rising Sun Field, adjacent to the Old Parliament Building. The protest aims to spotlight alleged irregularities in government vehicle procurement, urging transparency and accountability. The UPP’s initiative underscores growing public concern over governance and procurement practices, marking a significant moment in the party’s ongoing campaign for governmental reform.
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Belizean/Mexican Man Fatally Shot in Chetumal
A tragic incident unfolded in Chetumal, Mexico, early on Saturday, November 10, 2025, when a 29-year-old Belizean-Mexican man was fatally shot in what authorities believe was a targeted attack. The victim, identified as Colin Clifton Cherrington Galban, was ambushed outside a closed shopping center at approximately 4:20 a.m. Witnesses reported that the attackers arrived in a white vehicle, engaged briefly with the victim, and then opened fire before fleeing the scene. Police from Mexico’s Secretary of Citizen Security responded swiftly to reports of gunfire and discovered Galban lying in the street with multiple gunshot wounds to his chest, sides, and left wrist. Emergency Medical Services and Rescue Squad (ERUM) paramedics rushed him to the General Hospital in Mexico, where he was listed in critical condition. Despite extensive medical intervention, Galban succumbed to his injuries later that day. Mexican authorities have initiated a thorough investigation into the shooting, though no arrests have been made as of now. The incident has raised concerns about safety and targeted violence in the region.
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Road closure: Mont Tout public road
The Royal Grenada Police Force’s Traffic Department has announced a temporary one-way traffic arrangement on the Mont Tout public road, effective from Monday, 10 November. The new system will be in place daily between 7 am and 9 am, and 3 pm to 6 pm, aiming to alleviate the persistent congestion issues along this route. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and reduce delays for motorists. Under the new arrangement, specific no-entry zones have been established: vehicles will be prohibited from traveling northbound from the Sugar Mill Roundabout (Saigon Hill) intersection between 7 am and 9 am, and southbound from the Centre Road intersection (near the Montessori school) between 3 pm and 6 pm. Additionally, access to Mont Tout public road will be restricted from the Mt Hartman public road intersection during the same afternoon hours. However, access will remain available from the Food Fair traffic light in the morning and the Sugar Mill/Saigon Hill intersection in the afternoon. All other traffic arrangements will remain unchanged. The Royal Grenada Police Force urges the public, particularly motorists, to adhere to these temporary measures to ensure smoother traffic operations. For further updates or concerns, individuals are encouraged to contact the Office of the Commissioner of Police.
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‘Belize’s Tourism Will Bounce Back’
Belize’s tourism sector, a cornerstone of its national economy, is grappling with significant challenges as global economic conditions tighten. Recent data from the Belize Tourism Board reveals an 8.6% decline in overnight tourist arrivals for September 2025 compared to the same period last year. This downturn has raised concerns among industry stakeholders, particularly in popular destinations like Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker, where tourism activity has notably slowed. Area Representative Andre Perez acknowledged the sluggish recovery post-COVID-19, attributing part of the decline to the ongoing political polarization in the United States, a key source market for Belizean tourism. The prolonged U.S. federal government shutdown has exacerbated the situation, leading to widespread job losses and flight disruptions across 40 major American airports, including those serving Belize and the Caribbean. Despite these hurdles, Perez remains optimistic, emphasizing Belize’s strategic location and accessibility as enduring strengths. He expressed confidence in the industry’s resilience, predicting a successful year ahead. However, analysts caution that the ripple effects of the U.S. shutdown may persist, delaying a full recovery in travel patterns.
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Loubiere man caught with gun during independence, sentenced to three years
Zendel Etienne, a 20-year-old resident of Loubiere, Dominica, has been sentenced to three years in the Dominica State Prison after pleading guilty to charges of firearm possession, ammunition possession, and providing a false name to law enforcement. The sentencing took place on Friday, November 7, 2025, following his appearance before a magistrate where the charges were formally presented. Etienne was apprehended during the 2025 Independence Carnival Celebrations on November 4, after police discovered a black Taurus 9mm pistol with an obliterated serial number and 12 rounds of ammunition concealed on his person. The Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF) emphasized their zero-tolerance policy during the festivities, implementing various strategies to ensure public safety and maintain order. The CDPF reiterated its commitment to eradicating illegal firearms from the streets, aiming to foster a safer environment for all residents of Dominica.
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Venezuelans, Colombian wanted for Parika cocaine bust
Authorities in Guyana are intensifying their search for two Venezuelans and one Colombian linked to a significant cocaine bust in Hydronie, Parika, East Bank Essequibo. The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) issued wanted bulletins for Camilo Morales Gonzalez, a Colombian national, and Venezuelans Richar Daniel Rodriguez Criollo and Hernan Daro Martinez. This development follows CANU’s discovery of 23.958 kilogrammes of cocaine at a residence in Hydronie, which led to the arrest of a Venezuelan man and two Guyanese women. The operation underscores the ongoing battle against narcotics trafficking in the region. Notably, the Colombian suspect, Yeison Andres Sanchez Vallejo, was previously sanctioned by the United States for drug-related offenses and was recently intercepted at a police checkpoint in Kurupukari. This case highlights the cross-border nature of drug trafficking and the collaborative efforts required to combat it.
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UN expresses concern for millions of displaced people in the world
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has issued a stark warning about the escalating impact of climate-related disasters on vulnerable communities worldwide. Over the past decade, extreme weather events have triggered 250 million internal displacements, averaging 70,000 daily or two every three seconds. High Commissioner Filippo Grandi emphasized that such conditions exacerbate insecurity, disrupt access to essential services, destroy homes and livelihoods, and force families—many already displaced by violence—to flee repeatedly. He highlighted the plight of individuals who, having endured significant losses, now face droughts, floods, and heatwaves without the means to recover. UNHCR projections suggest that by 2050, refugee camps in the hottest regions could endure nearly 200 days of extreme heat stress annually, posing severe health and survival risks. Grandi cautioned that many areas may become uninhabitable due to the deadly combination of extreme heat and high humidity, urging immediate international intervention to address this growing crisis.
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Reef View Enterprises CBI license permanently revoked
In a significant regulatory move, Reef View Enterprises Ltd., a prominent local agent in Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, has had its license permanently revoked. The decision, effective as of November 5, 2025, was announced by the Grenadian Minister for Citizenship, following a recommendation from the Citizenship by Investment Committee. This action concludes a three-month investigation initiated in June 2025 by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA), which had previously suspended the company’s license. Reef View Enterprises, led by Colin Bishop, had positioned itself as Grenada’s premier CBI local agent, offering tailored immigration services to businesses and private clients since 2020. The company claims to have assisted over 3,000 individuals and extended its services to other jurisdictions with CBI programs, including Vanuatu and Turkey. The revocation, enforced under Sections 4(6) and 4(7) of the Citizenship by Investment Act, 2013, prohibits the company from further operations under the CBI program. The IMA’s circular emphasized that stakeholders must cease all engagements with Reef View Enterprises, marking a decisive step in Grenada’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of its CBI program.