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Matters of the Heart Seminar Encourages Honest Conversations About Singleness, Identity and Purpose
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - What began as a seminar for singles quickly evolved into a meaningful conversation that resonated with both single and married attendees as Victory Temple Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) hosted the first event in its "Matters of the Heart" series featuring author and speaker Vanessa I. Farrell on Wednesday, June 2, 2026. The Singles Seminar and Book Signing centred on Farrell’s Amazon bestselling book, Delayed, Not Denied: The Journey of Singleness. It's Worth the Wait, and invited participants to reflect on relationships, purpose, timing, and personal growth. During the session, Farrell shared her personal journey and the inspiration behind the book. “Delayed, Not Denied began as a directive from God,” she explained. “Much of my early adult life...
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June 06, 2026 No comments
Questions Reveal Ongoing Need for Hypertension Education in Sint Maarten
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The questions raised during a last Thursday’s Heart Health Workshop at Victory Temple Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) highlighted what health professionals have long recognised. Many people are living with or at risk of high blood pressure yet remain uncertain about how to properly manage the condition. The workshop, led by St. Croix-based health coach and public health professional Vanessa I. Farrell, formed part of the church's "Matters of the Heart" series and attracted strong community interest as participants sought practical answers about monitoring and controlling hypertension. While St. Maarten continues to acknowledge hypertension as a major public health challenge, updated prevalence figures from the country's 2023-2024 STEPS Survey are still pending publication. The last National...
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June 06, 2026 No comments
IPKO discusses central theme “Cooperation”
THE NETHERLANDS - In line with a proposal submitted by the Member of Parliament (MP) of Sint Maarten, Mrs. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, President of Parliament, the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation (IPKO) dedicated the entire day on Saturday, June 6, 2026, to a central theme that allowed for more extensive and in-depth discussions alongside the other topics on the IPKO agenda. This edition’s central theme is “Cooperation within the IPKO and in the Kingdom.” The day commenced with a panel discussion on the theme from various perspectives, including governance, history, reforms, justice, and energy transition. The panel consisted of Mr. Paul Comenencia, Mrs. Maria van der Sluijs-Plantz, Mr. Bote ter Steege, and Mr. Roban van Herk. The discussion was moderated by Prof. Wouter...
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June 06, 2026 No comments
Parliamentary delegations of Sint Maarten, Aruba & Curaçao, issue Resolution on UN Slavery Resolution
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) - On June 4, 2026, the parliamentary delegations of Sint Maarten, Aruba and Curaçao reached a joint Resolution during their Tripartite Consultation. In this Resolution, the three delegations express their disagreement with the Kingdom of the Netherlands’ decision to abstain from voting last March on a United Nations resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans and slavery as the gravest crime against humanity. The delegations regret that the Kingdom of the Netherlands adopted its position on this issue without prior consultation with the three Caribbean countries within the Kingdom, despite the direct historical, social, and moral significance of the matter for the countries and their peoples. For this reason, the Resolution emphasizes that this lack of consultation once again...
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June 05, 2026 No comments
Sint Maarten Issues Public Health Advisory & Travel Restrictions as Ebola Prevention Measures
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – Effective immediately, the Government of Sint Maarten hereby informs the general public of precautionary measures being implemented in response to ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)-related health concerns affecting parts of Africa. While the risk of importation remains low, the Government of Sint Maarten emphasizes that these measures are preventive and are being implemented out of an abundance of caution. There are currently no confirmed cases of Ebola in Sint Maarten. Residents are strongly advised to avoid non-essential travel to the affected countries at this time. These measures are being taken to safeguard public health and to prevent the potential importation of the Ebola virus into Sint Maarten. Effective immediately, all passengers, regardless of nationality, are not permitted to enter...
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