By Johnny Coomansingh Despite the fact that the people of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) came to these shores on sea-going vessels, it would seem that such a commonality did not make much of a difference. I’m sure that there are records somewhere about who came, why they came, and from whence they came to be […]
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By FocusEconomics The regional economy has been weak as of late Latin America’s economy grew an average of just 1.4 percent in the decade to 2024—the weakest performance among all world regions. For comparison, the far-wealthier euro area expanded 1.5 percent, while the corresponding figure for Eastern Europe—the next-slowest-growing emerging market—was 2.7 percent. Latin America’s chronic […]
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CASTRIES, St Lucia – In the Eastern Caribbean, tourism is the heartbeat of the economies of many islands. It creates livelihood for countless families and connects our vibrant island cultures to the world. From fishermen supplying local restaurants to artisans crafting souvenirs, from guesthouse owners to taxi drivers, tourism touches nearly every life in the […]
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WASHINGTON, USA, (PAHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) launched six new guides designed to support health workers and other professionals in identifying and responding to vaccine misinformation—a growing phenomenon that threatens to undermine confidence in immunisation and jeopardise public health progress across the region. The guides provide practical tools for key audiences — […]
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Nine in ten teachers report being satisfied with their jobs overall, on average, across OECD education systems, according to a new OECD report. GENEVA, Switzerland – Based on the OECD’s Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS), the report, The State of Teaching, says that almost three-quarters would choose to work as a teacher again, on average, […]
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By Sharon Austin BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (GIS) – Entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers in micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Barbados will receive the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to harness the power of smart technologies, in an effort to transform how they operate. The Barbados Trust Fund Limited (BTFL) will soon introduce the Smart Tech for Innovation […]
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Yard Mas Carnival has officially announced Anna-Lisa Guthrie as its creative director for the 2026 carnival season.
The announcement comes ahead of the official band launch set for late November 2025, which the company says “promises to reveal a new era of design depth, inclusivity and artistry for the Yard Mas brand”.
In a statement, Yard Mas described Guthrie as a multidisciplinary creative celebrated for her innovative approach to costume design and storytelling through art.
Guthrie has already made a name for herself on social media showcasing her design skills in building outfits from different materials that have gone viral across multiple platforms.
Managing Director Andrew Bellamy expressed confidence in the band’s choice.
“Yard Mas has always prided itself in empowering Jamaicans, especially those who excel within our local creative industry. Anna-Lisa’s rise in the design world has been impressive, consistent and remarkable. I’ve worked with her in the past when she just entered the carnival design space," he said.
Bellamy continued, "Undoubtedly, Anna’s work has gone viral multiple times both locally and internationally, mainly because of her innovation that connects deeply and resonates with people and our culture; similarly to how Yard Mas connects with our masqueraders. We are proud and confident that her creative direction will guide and ‘wow’ our 2026 theme, and without a doubt, her personal designs will also excite and satisfy masqueraders”.
Already in full creation mode, Guthrie shared, “Art has always been my language — it’s how I translate emotion, culture and identity into visual form. What Yard Mas has built in such a short time is nothing short of extraordinary — a community connected by creativity, culture, pride and vibes. I designed for the band for the first time this year, but I’ve worked with the members in various capacities in the past, and I can’t wait for the ‘yardies’ to see what our slate of designers have created for 2026!”
Public Relations Director Dania Beckford revealed that the 2026 theme will be released in short order with a hybrid launch that epitomises Caribbean art and design translated into mas.
