May 19, 2026 No comments
Tropical Mischief Continues to Be a Possibility During the First Couple of Weeks of June
SINT MAARTEN/CARIBBEAN - Even though tropical development is not expected for at least the next 10 days or so, there continues to be signals that point towards possible tropical mischief during the first couple of weeks of June in the area from the northwestern Caribbean through the eastern Gulf and into the southwestern North Atlantic, Crown Weather stated in its most recent observations for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Crown Weather: “Currently though the Atlantic Basin is quiet with no areas of interest. One area that I did want to mention is a trough of low pressure that’s located just to the east and northeast of the northern Bahamas. This trough of low pressure continues to produce some shower and...
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May 18, 2026 No comments
Traffic Challenges and Bilateral Cooperation discussed with President Louis Mussington
SAINT-MARTIN (MARIGOT) — Prime Minister Luc Mercelina met last Wednesday (May 13th, 2026) with President of the Territorial Council of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin Louis Mussington to discuss the ongoing traffic challenges affecting both sides of the island and to explore practical solutions through strengthened bilateral cooperation. The meeting focused on several critical matters, including traffic congestion, cross-border mobility, infrastructure coordination, and the need for greater technical cooperation to improve traffic circulation and mobility island-wide. Also participating in the meeting were Minister of VROMI Patrice Gumbs, along with Government officials supporting both the Sint Maarten and Saint-Martin delegations. Prime Minister Mercelina emphasized that traffic congestion has become a serious island-wide issue impacting residents, businesses, emergency services, and the tourism sector. “Traffic congestion is no...
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May 18, 2026 No comments
Prime Minister Mercelina Extends Congratulations to the Haitian Community on Haitian Flag Day
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has extended warm congratulations and best wishes to the Haitian community in Sint Maarten and around the world in observance of Haitian Flag Day, celebrated annually on May 18th. The Prime Minister acknowledged the important contributions of the Haitian community to the social, cultural, and economic development of Sint Maarten and praised the resilience, determination, and rich heritage of the Haitian people. “On behalf of the Government and people of Sint Maarten, I extend heartfelt congratulations to our Haitian brothers and sisters as you proudly celebrate Haitian Flag Day,” stated Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina. “Today is a celebration of unity, freedom, pride, and the enduring spirit...
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May 18, 2026 No comments
CBCS expands stress testing framework for banks, pension funds, and insurers
SINT MAARTEN/CURACAO - The Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten (CBCS) has expanded its stress testing framework following recommendations from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to further strengthen the monitoring of risks in the financial sector. Stress tests help the CBCS assess how banks, insurers, and pension funds would perform during periods of economic or financial stress. The tests use different scenarios, ranging from normal economic conditions to more severe situations, to evaluate how financial institutions could be affected by shocks such as economic downturns, financial market volatility, or natural disasters. This helps the CBCS identify vulnerabilities early and take timely measures to help safeguard financial stability in Curaçao and Sint Maarten. As part of the expanded framework, the CBCS further...
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May 17, 2026 No comments
CPS: Check Your Blood Pressure Regularly. Defeat the Silent Killer
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – Sunday, May 17 marked World Hypertension Day (WHD) under the theme, “Controlling Hypertension Together: check your blood pressure regularly, defeat the silent killer.” This year’s theme highlights a simple truth: knowing your blood pressure numbers and taking early action saves lives. Hypertension is a major risk factor for heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and kidney disease, yet it can be detected easily and controlled through healthy living and appropriate medical care. The Collective Prevention Services (CPS), a department of the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labour, is joining the global community to raise awareness and encourage action against high blood pressure (hypertension)—often called “the silent killer” because it may have no symptoms while quietly damaging...
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