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KINGSTON, JAMAICA :--- As Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, many in the Caribbean are drawing chilling comparisons to Hurricane Irma, the historic 2017 hurricane that devastated several islands and parts of Florida. Though separated by eight years, both storms share striking similarities — and crucial differences — in their formation, power, and potential for destruction.
The Storms at a Glance
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Feature |
Hurricane Irma (2017) |
Hurricane Melissa (2025) |
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Category (Peak) |
Category 5 |
Category 5 |
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Peak Winds |
180 m... |
PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Francisco Lacroes is calling for immediate action to transition St. Maarten's energy infrastructure ...
PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Darryl York has raised concerns over the ongoing delay of his long-requested parliamentary meeting o...
KINGSTON, JAMAICA:--- Hurricane Melissa continued to strengthen on Sunday evening as it churned slowly toward Jamaic...
PHILIPSBURG:--- In response to the ongoing rise in scooter-related traffic violations and the use of scooters in criminal activities, the...
PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint-Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating an armed robbery that took place on Saturday afternoon...
~Investigation reveals possible irregularities in the practitioner’s medical diploma. ~
MARIGOT, Saint Martin:--- Senator Annick Pétrus ha...
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PHILIPSBURG:--- Questions are being raised about Parliament's overall productivity, as numerous committee and central committee mee...
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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Finance, Marinka J. Gumbs, met with APS Director Mr. Oscar Williams and Board Member Mr. Robert Jan...
PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on October 28, 2025.
The Public meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 11.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg.
The agenda poin...
The Bonaire Human Rights was present and witnessed this historic moment and welcomes the approval by the Chair of the UN Fourth Committee on 16 th October 2025 of the resolution supported by 101 countries, with 51 abstentions—including the...
by Cdr. Bud Slabbaert
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Dear Editor,
Parliament’s decision to appoint MP Peterson as Chair of the Committee for Spatial Planning, Infrastructure, and Housing is nothing short of outrageous. This is not just the largest and most influential committee in Parliamen...
Dear Editor,
In the complex world of governance and corporate leadership, the principles of integrity, transparency, and truth are often presented as the bedrock of sound decision-making. Yet, an examination of official communications and...
Dear Editor,
Once again, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has opened his mouth only to spew contempt for the very people he is supposed to serve. His latest diatribe, accusing St. Maarteners of having a "crab mentality," is not a call for...
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La Commission de l’Organisation des États de la Caraïbe orientale (OECO) adresse ses plus chaleureuses félicitations au gouvernement et au peuple de Saint-Vincent-et-les-Grenadines, à l’occasion du 46e anniversaire de l’indépendance nati... |
La Collectivité de Saint-Martin informe la population du démarrage, à compter du lundi 27 octobre 2025, d’une vaste opération de rénovation des routes et de marquage au sol, avec la pose d’enrobé sur plusieurs axes du territoire.
Coordonn...
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La réunion est ouverte à tous et a pour but d’informer l...