Global progress on social justice slowed by persistent inequalities, new ILO report warns
New assessment shows advances in poverty reduction, education and productivity, but progress has stalled in recent years, leaving deep inequalities and eroding trust in institutions. GENEVA, Switzerland, (ILO News) – Despite major gains in education, poverty reduction and productivity over the past three decades, entrenched inequalities, fragile trust in institutions and slow progress in key […]
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‘Our democracy is non-negotiable,’ president Lula of Brazil tells UNGA80
NEW YORK, USA – The UN symbolises the highest expression of the aspiration for peace and prosperity, but the ideals that inspired its founding 80 years ago are under threat as never before, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula Da Silva told the General Assembly on Tuesday. “Multilateralism is at a new crossroads” and the world is “witnessing […]
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UK Border Force outsmarts criminal gangs to seize one tonne of cocaine
LONDON, England – Criminal gangs had hidden more than one tonne of deadly drugs from South America inside two industrial generators valued at £720,000. The seizure, which took place at London Gateway, shows how organised crime groups are using ever more sophisticated methods to evade detection. Smugglers would have known Border Force faced paying out […]
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UN’s Guterres to world leaders: Choose peace and cooperation over chaos
By Vibhu Mishra The UN secretary-general opened the General Assembly high-level debate with a stark message: the world is awash with overlapping crises – from wars and humanitarian emergencies to climate breakdown – and leaders must decide now “what kind of world we choose to build together.” Each September, heads of state and government gather in […]
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CDB powering MSMEgrowth with strategic support for Barbados’ innovation and growth market
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the region with a new initiative aimed at unlocking access to finance and fostering sustainable growth. In partnership with the ministry of energy, small business and entrepreneurship, the Barbados Stock Exchange, and […]
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JBDC accelerates MSME digital transformation under EU-Funded Initiative
By Sherika Williams KINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has ramped up efforts to drive the digital transformation of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with at least 500 businesses set to digitise one internal process this year under the European Union (EU)-funded ‘Digital Jamaica’ Project. The three-year initiative, launched in 2023, […]
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PAHO director highlights critical link between infectious diseases and NCDs at UNGA80
NEW YORK, USA, (PAHO) – The urgent need to address the interplay between infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which together pose the greatest public health challenges in the Americas, was highlighted by Dr Jarbas Barbosa, Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), at an event held on the sidelines of the 80th United […]
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By Caribbean News Global CASTRIES, St Lucia – Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, enthusiastic about the preparatory weapon in this general election cycle, at his annual constituency conference two weeks ago, summoned his constituency team to campaign mode. The task is simple. Keep Castries East in the winning column, for the seventh time running, and […]
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Stress tests can help determine how much capital central banks need
Assessments can help clarify the appropriate capitalization to best ensure a sound institutional financial position By Romain Veyrune Central banks pride themselves on being data-driven and consensus-based. Surprisingly, though, there is little consensus among policymakers on a crucial issue: how much capital should these institutions hold? Unlike commercial banks, central banks don’t have universally prescribed […]
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EU renews support for WHO’s Universal Health Coverage Partnership
GENEVA, Switzerland – The World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Union (EU) have renewed their collaboration on achieving universal health coverage with the launch of Phase V (2025–2028) of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Partnership – WHO’s largest platform for strengthening health systems and advancing primary health care. The announcement was made today by […]
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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.
