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- Shynel Brizan: “You have a special power when you are on stilts” | Own wordsTwo-time Queen of Carnival Shynel Brizan on how she got into stilt-walking and moko jumbie mas; balancing the demands of Carnival with motherhood; and the experience of winning her second title last year while four months pregnant — as told to Caroline Taylor The post Shynel Brizan: “You have a special power when you are […]
- Anton de Kom: reclaiming “Papa de Kom” | On this daySuriname’s great freedom fighter Anton de Kom was born 125 years ago. His work — including We Slaves of Suriname, which has recently been published in English — and his short, tragic life deserve to be much better known, writes James Ferguson The post Anton de Kom: reclaiming “Papa de Kom” | On this day […]
- Towards more sustainable festivals | GreenWith their ephemeral nature and reliance on a great number of “single use” materials, Erline Andrews looks at how Caribbean diaspora festivals can become more environmentally sustainable — and at some of the organisations leading the way The post Towards more sustainable festivals | Green appeared first on Caribbean Beat Magazine.
- Soca gold — soca music turns 50 | BackstoryIt’s been 50 years since soca music emerged in Trinidad & Tobago. Nigel A Campbell looks back at the birth and evolution of the music that’s become the soundtrack to Caribbean carnivals around the world — and continues to seek a commercial life beyond it The post Soca gold — soca music turns 50 | Backstory […]
- Two paths, one Tobago | DestinationTobago is an island of contrasts that offers a range of distinct experiences for visitors. Some like to be in the centre of the action and follow the well-beaten paths to Tobago’s best-known attractions. Others prefer quiet escapes, far from the madding crowds, and as close to being off-grid as possible. Aisha Sylvester introduces both […]
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- Churchdown housing development of 465 homes nears halfway stageFresh pictures released as construction of Pirton Fields development continues
- Ross-on-Wye crash leaves woman fight for her lifeA woman in her 70s was airlifted to hospital following a collision involving a mini-bus
- Gloucester's Bright Nights returns with a twist on family favouritesTo brighten two dark evenings in February, the team are back with giant illuminated versions of classic family games.
- Van driver flees scene after crash with cyclist in CheltenhamThe police are asking the driver to make contact and give an account of what happened
- Bid to create a more inclusive and greener Gloucester as city sets out five-year visionGreater recognition of city's heritage in new framework
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