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Could dying reefs fuel ciguatera poisoning?
That seafood dinner in Martinique 20 years ago still haunts Caroline Montout-Joseph, a social worker who suffered months of agony after eating a mahi-mahi at a beachside restaurant in the resort town of Les Trois-Îlets. She was diagnosed with...

Transat Paprec // The Most Beautiful Night in Saint Barthélemy
From the explosion of joy of Charlotte Yven and Hugo Dhallenne (Skipper Macif) to the happiness of Thomas de Dinechin and Aglaé Ribon, less than three hours passed. In between, there was the popular enthusiasm surrounding Cindy Brin and Thomas...

Saint-Barthélemy Thrives Amidst Political Turmoil and Tourist Boom
GUSTAVIA, Saint-Barthélemy — Despite complicated political dynamics, the economy of Saint-Barthélemy is thriving, fueled by a robust tourism sector. As the island prepares to host its 30th annual Bucket Regatta, 29 luxury yachts will participate...
How to Plan the Perfect Destination Celebration in St. Barths, According to an Expert Travel Advisor
Nancy Pauwels/Getty Images Gustavia's port with panoramic views of colorful St Barths.For such a tiny Caribbean island, Saint-Barthélemy—better known as St. Barths—packs a punch. Named by Christopher Columbus after his brother Bartolomeo, the...

Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen Is Empowering Every Body, One Garment at a Time
It’s a vision that feels particularly attractive in a world that constantly feeds into overconsumption. Made from deadstock fabrics and discarded panniers and bustles, which she sews, waxes, stains, and resculpts, Whalen’s universe offers a...

Cayman Islands Residential and Public Sector Building Energy Efficiency Programmes win Best Energy Efficiency Project Award at the Caribbean Renewable
The Ministry of Health, Environment & Sustainability (MHES) is proud to announce that its residential and public sector building energy efficiency programme has been named Best Energy Efficiency Project by the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum...

Cayman: MSCRW Trains Over 70 Building Experts in New Energy Efficiency Guidelines
Untitled design – 1 Following the success of a two-year residential and public sector energy efficiency programme, the Ministry of Sustainability and Climate Resiliency and Wellness (MSCRW), in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning,...

Folkestone residents slam ‘eyesore’ construction site as pavilion apartments project stagnates
Residents of Folkestone have slammed a stagnated construction project as “an ugly eyesore” while the fate of the development remains unclear. Approved plans would see the former site of the Leas Pavilion transformed into a new complex of luxury...
Resilience, Sustainable Energy and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID)
Mission The Resilience, Sustainable Energy and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID) programme serves the Caribbean Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs), supporting sustainable human development efforts of the 12 jurisdictions, namely: Anguilla,...
Designer Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen wants to make you feel overwhelmed
Last New York Fashion Week, in September 2024, I left New York designer Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen’s intimate dinner presentation at TIWA Gallery with an aftertaste of soft vegan cheese and cloth – I had accidentally put one of the linen pieces...

Fear, Hope and Love With Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen
It’s in the sinews of Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen’s community that her latest collection for Fall 2025, “i’minlovewitheverythingandiknownothingatall” takes shape. As guests filed in, previous collection model Lulu Yao Gioiello sat perched on the...

Ones to watch: Colleen Allen and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen are putting craft at the fore
Colleen Allen is showing on the second day of New York Fashion Week; Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen on the penultimate day. It’s not their only moment of mirroring. Both Allen and Whalen are Brooklyn-based. They spent time in-house at brands (Allen at...

Ministry and RESEMBID Celebrate the Conclusion of the Cayman Islands Government Energy Efficiency Programme
24 January 2025 | By: Benita Adesuyan The Cayman Islands’ two-year Residential and Public Sector Buildings Energy Efficiency Programme celebrated the successful conclusion of its project on Thursday morning. The event, held at George Town Yacht...

New York Fashion Week's Fall 2025 Calendar Has "We're So Back" Energy
Over the past few years, it seems that New York Fashion Week's designer lineup has become increasingly scarce by the season. More and more labels have abandoned NYFW's biannual shows in favor of fashion weeks abroad. Some have even axed runway...

Heidi Klum Gives Fans a Cheeky Peek in a Stripped-Down, Makeup-Free Beachside Photoshoot
There’s a reason Heidi Klum is one of the most iconic supermodels of her generation, and her latest photoshoot is proving why. The 51-year-old fashionista posted completely naked for her latest editorial shoot for Paris Match. Besides her golden...

Explore Belgium: Liège province is an exhilarating mix of vibrant cities, industrial heritage, nature and a German-speaking world
Wallonia’s largest province, Liège, offers everything from cosmopolitan, ultra-modern cities to back-to-the-past tranquil villages and wild fenland. Featuring four key destinations - Liège, Spa, Huy and Verviers, the region also includes the top...

Attractions & Things to Do in Liège
Written by Jess Lee Updated Jul 25, 2025 Liège (Luik in Flemish) is Belgium's third-largest municipality by population after Antwerp and Ghent, and has historically been one of the country's most important industrial centers. It was one of the...

Charted: Average Income by Global Region, Over 200 Years
Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways There are...

Mapped: Global Income Level Classification, by Country
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: High, Middle, and Low Income Countries in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...

Summary: Regent’s 2027-28 Season at a Glance
Regent Seven Seas Cruises recently announced 2027-28 season includes global itineraries. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the company’s deployment plans, which include the first full season of the new Seven Seas Prestige. Africa and...