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Seven Schools Secure Spots After Intense in 2026 Inter-Secondary Debating Competition
The race for debating supremacy is officially underway, and early signs point to a fiercely competitive season, as seven secondary schools battled their way into Round Two of the 2026 Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition following an intense knockout round. The competition got underway on Thursday, January 22, introducing a non- traditional format. Rather than team debates, each school was represented by a single student, with advancement based solely on individual sc
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Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition Kicks off with Knockoff Round
The knockoff round of the 2026 Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition begins today, Thursday, January 22, signalling the official start of the national debate season and setting the stage for intense intellectual showdowns among the island’s top secondary schools. This was stated by Trudy Christian, organizer of the event, who confirmed that the annual competition opens with the first round, where only the highest-scoring teams will advance. The opening day of debates f
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Venezuela Wins Miss Frontera Internacional 2025 crown
Briannys Sequera Wins at the EcoPark in Cúcuta, Colombia The Miss Frontera Internacional 2025 crown went to Miss Venezuela with Brianny Sequeda's victory. The new queen, who was sent by an organization from San Antonio del Táchira because the current Miss Frontera Venezuela was unable to travel due to issues with the franchisee in Caracas, received the crown from Camila Téllez, Miss Frontera Internacional 2024. The final gala of the beauty pageant, which featured 12 contestan
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Dec 7, 20252 min read


Kiwanis Nature Island Club Participates in Eastern Canada & Caribbean District Division 27A Creole Caribbean Amazonia Division Council Meeting in Martinique
A five-member delegation from Dominica represented the Kiwanis Nature Island Club at the Eastern Canada and Caribbean District Division 27A Creole Caribbean Amazonia Division Council Meeting (DCM) held in Martinique from November 21 to November 23, 2025. The Eastern Canada and Caribbean District holds District Convention Meetings (DCMs) every year for various levels of the Organisation. These meetings involve discussions, voting on bylaws and resolutions, and reports on activ
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Nov 27, 20253 min read


Get Ready to Win Big with the Campari Red Passion Holiday Winningz
As another festive season draws near, Campari is making waves across the Caribbean with its ‘Red Passion Holiday Winningz; promotion. With activations currently taking place in St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Suriname, St. Lucia, Grenada, and The Bahamas, Campari encourages consumers to celebrate with a chance to win big this holiday season. Each year, Campari inspires consumers to embrace the spirit of the holidays, whether its raising a glass at a favourite bar, sharing an in
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Nov 19, 20252 min read


Tanisha Balson to Represent Dominica at Miss Caribbean Culture Queen Pagean
National queen set to make her regional debut at prestigious cultural event in Nevis Discover Dominica Authority announced that Miss...
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Aug 3, 20251 min read


Dominica Invited to Participate in 2025 FCCA Essay and Poster Competitions
Dominica has once again been invited to participate in the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) annual Essay and Poster...
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Jun 2, 20252 min read


MAZE MASTERS COMPETITION AT NTRC TECH EXPO FEATURES ROBOTS BUILT BY DOMINICAN STUDENTS
On the 8th and 9th of May, 6 Secondary Schools competed to become the Master of the Maze in the NTRC’s 3rd annual Tech Expo student...
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May 19, 20251 min read


First-Time Finalists, Big-Time Winners: DGS Claims 2025 Inter-Secondary Schools Debate Crown
In their very first appearance in the finals of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition, the Dominica Grammar School (DGS)...
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Apr 17, 20253 min read


Dominica Grammar School takes aim at Orion Academy for 2025 debate championship title
The Dominica Grammar School, represented by Rene Talbert and Tzaddi Trocard, will attempt to dethrone the Orion Academy, represented by...
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Apr 7, 20252 min read


The Regional Champion and Country winners recognized at the Awards Ceremony for the 2nd Annual Regional Schools Investment Competition
The Awards Ceremony for the 2 nd Annual Regional Schools Investment Competition was held on 28th March 2025 in St. Vincent and the...
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Apr 7, 20252 min read


Climate Justice Movement Launches Essay Competition for Secondary Schools in Dominica
The Climate Justice Movement (CJM) has announced the launch of its inaugural Climate Justice Essay Competition, aimed at inspiring and...
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Apr 2, 20252 min read


175 Years of Faith Logo Competition
The Diocese of Roseau has launched a Faith Logo Competition to commemorate its 175 th anniversary as a diocese, which also falls during...
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Feb 24, 20252 min read


Four Schools Advance to Semi-Finals of Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition
The stage has been set, the arguments have been made, and after three days of intense intellectual battles, four schools have secured...
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Feb 24, 20253 min read


Carnival-Themed Topics To Take Centre Stage in Round2 of Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition
As Mas Dominik 2025 celebrations take off in full swing, the highly anticipated second round of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debating...
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Feb 18, 20252 min read


Five Schools Advance to the Second Round of Inter-Secondary Debate Competition
The first round of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition in Dominica has concluded with five schools securing their place in...
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Feb 3, 20252 min read


Seven CARICOM countries win medals at the 2025 Caribbean STEM Olympiads
The Caribbean Science Foundation (CSF) held the third annual Caribbean STEM Olympiads (CSO) on 13 – 19 January 2025 in a virtual format....
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Jan 29, 20256 min read


2025 Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition to Kick Off Next Week
The stage is set, the teams are ready, and the debates are about to ignite as the first round of the 2025 Inter-Secondary Schools...
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Jan 24, 20252 min read


Dennick Luke Sets New National Record in Men’s 800m, Falls Short of Paris Olympic Semifinals
National record holder in the Men's 800 meters Dennick Luke set a new National record but his dreams of making it to the semi finals of...
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Aug 8, 20241 min read


GOVERNMENT OF DOMINICA CONGRATULATES THEA LAFOND-GADSON ON WINNING DOMINICA’S FIRST OLYMPIC MEDAL
The Government of Dominica extends its warmest congratulations to Thea Lafond-Gadson for her outstanding achievement in winning the gold...
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Aug 3, 20241 min read
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