Another lawsuit threatened in Jamaica election campaign
From Caribbean360 KINGSTON, Jamaica, Wednesday February 17, 2016 – With just about a week to go before Jamaicans go to the polls, another lawsuit is being threatened amid a contentious election campaign. This time, leader of the main opposition Andrew…
NBA and Sportsmax extend partnership to bring more NBA game coverage to Caribbean fans
KINGSTON, Feb. 16, 2016 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and SportsMax today announced a multi-year partnership that will offer an increased number of games, as well as live broadcast of the NBA Conference Finals, to nearly 30 Caribbean territories….
Crowded in the Caribbean
By Bryony McCabe From Superyacht News “I don’t think Antigua could be doing any better than this,” observes Captain Giles Sangster of 80m motoryacht Talitha, while docked in Falmouth Harbour last week. His comments follow many reports that berths in…
Legitimate criticism on physician rating platform
By Franziska Ladiges Contributed by SKW Schwarz Rechtsanwälte From International Law Office In recent years the courts have increasingly had to deal with statements made on rating platforms. Jurisdiction on this matter can be complex and extensive. Facts In December…
In a first, SEC offers DPA to Exec accused of bribery
By Sue Reisinger, From Corporate Counsel Two subsidiaries of Massachusetts software company PTC Inc. agreed to pay more than $28 million in civil and criminal penalties Tuesday to resolve federal investigations into payments for recreational trips for Chinese government officials, in…
Miami’s bigger slice of investment
By Michael Deibert From FDiIntelligence Miami’s recent history has been turbulent, both economically and socially, but this does not seem to have damaged its allure. Indeed, in recent years Chinese investors have been particularly active in the city, though its…
Port-of-Spain Mayor finally resigns
(Trinidad Guardian) Keron Valentine, who has held the post of deputy mayor for the past six years, is now the mayor of Port-of-Spain. Today, the council will hold discussions on a number of issues, including selecting a new deputy mayor….
Client Choice Awards 2016
Client Choice is delighted to announce that all 2016 winners have now been inducted to our fully searchable online resource. Drawing on more than 10 years of research carried out for the Client Choice Awards, Client Choice now offers direct…
Aruba sweeps awards season as most decorated destination in Caribbean
ORANJESTAD, Aruba, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — While Hollywood’s hottest celebrities dazzle as “lead actor” or “best new artist,” Aruba stars as “best in show” for advertising and marketing this awards season – with achievements ranging from the most digitally-savvy…
US and Cuba to sign agreement for direct regular flights
From Caribbean News Now HAVANA, Cuba (ACN) — The signing ceremony of a memorandum of understanding for the establishment of direct regular flights between Cuba and the United States will take place on Tuesday in Havana. According to a…