Local news, News

PHASE 1 OF THE UNITY HOUSING SOLUTION PROGRAM NEARS COMPLETION

Published 15 January 2018

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PHASE 1 OF THE UNITY HOUSING SOLUTION PROGRAM NEARS COMPLETION

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, January 11th, 2018— The Hon Eugene Hamilton, Minister with responsibilities for the National Housing Corporation (NHC), has promised to deliver 300 homes to citizens across the island of St. Kitts and is committed to bring this to fruition.

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Education, Local news, News

VHS NEWSLINE- Verchilds High School is presently hosting Staff Professinal Development at the Nema Conference under the theme “Together we are better”.

Published 15 January 2018

Buckie Got It, St. Kitts and Nevis News Source

VHS NEWSLINE- Verchilds High School is presently hosting Staff Professinal Development at the Nema Conference under the theme “Together we are better”. The presenters and topics are: “How to improve the greatness of the school”- Mrs. Carlene Henry- Morton, “Creating a culture of excellence among students and teachers”- Mr. Daryll Lloyd and “Coping with negativity/attitude difference at the work place”- Pastor Dr. Analdo Bailey. Hon Shawn Richards Minister of Education, Mr. William Hodge Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Mr. Addison James- Education Officer.

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Local news, News

ADJUSTMENTS TO TRAFFIC AND PARKING REGULATIONS TO PRECEDE COMMISSIONING OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS IN ST. KITTS

Published 14 January 2018

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ADJUSTMENTS TO TRAFFIC AND PARKING REGULATIONS TO PRECEDE COMMISSIONING OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS IN ST. KITTS

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 11, 2018 (SKNIS): Travelling in the capital of St. Kitts, Basseterre, is expected to be much more enjoyable and efficient in the coming months as several traffic-related changes will be made to facilitate the introduction of traffic lights, also called signal lights.

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International news, News

Protesters attack H&M stores and tear down shop displays over ‘racist’ advert

Published 13 January 2018

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Protesters attack H&M stores and tear down shop displays over ‘racist’ advert

The so-called Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) targeted six of chain’s shops in Johannesburg, South Africa – as the backlash over the “coolest monkey in the jungle” hoodie continues

The high street store faced a huge backlash after featuring a photo of a little boy, who is black, wearing a hoodie with the slogan “coolest monkey in the jungle” on it (Image: H&M)

Angry protesters incensed by a “racist” advert have ransacked and destroyed several H&M stores.

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) targeted six of the Swedish fashion group’s shops in Johannesburg, South Africa today.

Video shows protesters tearing down shop displays and throwing clothes around.

During one clash, officers were forced to fire rubber bullets to disperse the protesters, police said.

The high street store faced a huge backlash earlier this week after featuring a photo of a little boy, who is black, wearing a green hoodie with the slogan “coolest monkey in the jungle” on it.

H&M earlier this week issued an apology for the widely criticised ad.

H&M has apologised for the advertisement (Image: Bloomberg)

During one clash in Johannesburg, officers were forced to fire rubber bullets to disperse the protesters, police said (Image: Yusuf Abramiee)

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/protesters-attack-hm-stores-tear-11847020

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Local news, News, Travel

LEADING NEWS AND LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS PLACE ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ON THEIR TRAVEL MUST LISTS FOR 2018

Published 12 January 2018

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LEADING NEWS AND LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS PLACE ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ON THEIR TRAVEL MUST LISTS FOR 2018

 BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, JANUARY 12TH, 2018 (PRESS SEC) – The Caribbean ranks #4 in The New York Times’ highly prestigious annual 52 Places to Go issue, with Park Hyatt St. Kitts scoring a mention.   https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/travel/places-to-visit.html

This latest publicity reinforces that the year is off to an auspicious start for St. Kitts and Nevis, as some of the world’s most-read news and lifestyle publications are recognizing the Federation as a top travel destination for 2018.

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