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Felipe VI lands in Montserrat: "It is the great meeting point of Catalan, Spanish, and European culture."
Ara
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June 23, 2025
MontserratKing Felipe VI landed in Catalonia this Monday to visit the Montserrat Abbey, a symbol of Catalan nationalism and where the country's patron saint is venerated. This visit has caused unrest among Catholic Catalans and the independence...
Delegates to Converge on Montserrat for SHV30 Volcanology Conference
Discover Montserrat
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June 23, 2025
An international roster of scientists, artists, emergency responders, students and community leaders will gather in Montserrat from July 14 to 18, 2025, for the Soufrière Hills Volcano International Conference (SHV30). The event, marking three...
NATO: Rutte versus Sanchez
EUROPE DIPLOMATIC
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June 23, 2025
The Hague. 23.06.2025 “…We meet at a truly historic moment, with significant and growing challenges to our security. As the world becomes more dangerous, Allied leaders will take bold decisions to strengthen our collective defence, making NATO a...
Dr. Barnes Brings Montserrat’s Buried History to International Stage
Radio Montserrat
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Montserrat will be in the spotlight during a talk hosted by the Commonwealth Heritage Forum on Wednesday. The compelling series explores the built heritage across the Commonwealth that has been abandoned or lost due to war, natural disasters,...
EP Approves Report Criticizing the Political Use of Amnesty Laws
The European Conservative
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June 20, 2025
The European Parliament in Strasbourg approved a report critical of amnesty laws and pardons driven “by political interests”on Wednesday, June 18. Although it does not explicitly mention any Member State, the debate and tone of the speeches made...
Montserrat Leaders Attend OECS Assembly Focused on Regional Unity
Radio Montserrat
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Meantime, Mr. Osborne will taking part in the 77th meeting of the OECS Authority. The meeting on June 18 will focus on critical issues such as free movement and the legislative measures needed for its effective implementation, along with examining...
President Tinubu To Embark On Weeklong Official Visit, Vacation In Saint Lucia
The Nigerian Voice
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All things being equal, President Bola Tinubu is expected to depart Nigeria for Saint Lucia on June 28 for official engagements and private leisure time. Philip J. Pierre, the Caribbean prime minister, made the planned trip known at a pre-cabinet...
Montserrat Targets Year-Round Crop Production with Greenhouse and Hydroponics Push
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June 17, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture is scaling up efforts to improve year-round crop production through greenhouses and hydroponics, aiming to get more young people into farming and reduce reliance on imports. Speaking at a town hall in Lookout on June 5,...
UNC Students Earn 2024-25 Dean's List Honors
Newswise
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June 23, 2025
Newswise — Over 1,800 students have been named to the 2024-25 Dean's List of Academic Distinction and Dean's Honor Roll at the University of Northern Colorado. Students named to the Dean's List of Academic Distinction must complete a minimum of 24...
Labour MPs Accuse Government Of Failing To Protect LGBT+ Citizens In Overseas Territories
Politics Home
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June 17, 2025
David Lammy was appointed foreign secretary after Labour won last year's general election (Alamy) 3 min read2 hr A group of new Labour MPs has accused the UK government of violating international law and “betraying” British values by failing to...
Montserrat Celebrates Service at King’s 77th Birthday Parade
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June 15, 2025
Montserrat proudly joined the global celebration of His Majesty King Charles III’s 77th birthday with a weekend of formal events and honours recognising service and dedication across the island. The festivities began on Friday, June 13, with the...
King Felipe VI's visit shakes up Montserrat
Ara
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June 18, 2025
BarcelonaKing Felipe VI's upcoming visit to Montserrat on the eve of Saint John's Day has caused a stir among Catalan Catholic circles. After days of mystery and uncertainty about the details of his visit, or even whether it would actually take...
Prominent Figure to Attend 30th Anniversary Volcano Conference in Montserrat
Radio Montserrat
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A high-profile figure has confirmed his attendance at the 30th anniversary volcano conference. Dr. Keith Rowley, former Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago says he will participate in the July 14th to 18th conference. In an article in the...
Head of Montserrat Government UK Office Welcomes New Commonwealth Secretary-General
Radio Montserrat
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Head of the Montserrat Government UK Office Kei-Retta Farrell, was among the dignitaries, who welcomed the new Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, in her new role. Ms. Farrell attended a Reception on Thursday 5 June at...
Minister Promises Acceleration of Port Development Project by End of July
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June 13, 2025
Premier and Minister of Finance Reuben T. Meade has assured residents that visible work on the long-delayed Port Development Project in Little Bay will begin ramping up by the end of July 2025. Speaking at a United Alliance town hall meeting in...
Jersey politicians miss out on observation team for Guernsey election
Jersey Evening Post
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June 17, 2025
OBSERVERS from across the Commonwealth are taking part in a mission to assess this week’s general election in Guernsey, although no Jersey States Members were selected to take part. A trio of politicians from Scotland and the Caribbean islands of...
Nigerian President to make historic weeklong visit to St Lucia
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 17, 2025
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to visit St Lucia from June 28 to July 4, marking a historic first for the Caribbean island and signaling a deepening of ties between Africa and the region. Prime Minister Phillip J Pierre confirmed the...
Montserrat’s Education Transformation Project Moves Ahead
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June 13, 2025
Montserrat’s Minister of Health and Education, Dr Ingrid Buffonge, says transforming the island’s education system will require not just funding, but a radical shift in how children are supported academically, emotionally and practically. At a...
Montserrat Government UK Office Publishes Calendar of Summer Events
Radio Montserrat
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Montserrat’s heritage and culture are being celebrated in the United Kingdom with a range of summer events from June 12th to August 20th, 2025. The celebrations begin with a night of readings with Montserratian writer and poet, Dr. Yvonne Weekes...
Pacific News Briefs: Award-Winning Māori Short Film
Samoa News
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June 23, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — An award-winning short film, which honors the resilience of Māori youth, has been named a finalist at the New Zealand International Film Festival. Written and directed by Aroha Awarau (Ngāti Maru, Ngāti Porou, Niue,...