The Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten (CBCS) recently received the report of the investigation into Girobank N.V. and has presented it to Curaçao’s Minister of Finance, Mr. Javier…
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Title: Bearing Point Scandal: A Tale of Blame Shifting and Evasion of Accountability by David Salomon
In a shocking display of political maneuvering, MP Rolando Brison recently wrote an article in the DailyHerald, attempting to shift the blame for the Bearing Point scandal onto the shoulders…
CPS: World Hepatitis Day “One Life, One Liver”
Friday, July 28 was World Hepatitis Day (WHD) with the theme, “One Life, One Liver.” TheWorld Health Organization (WHO) day of international observance says, “You’ve only got one life, and…
Handgun found and confiscated after pursuit of a scooter rider
On July 30th, approximately 12:35 am a patrol from KPSM was busy patrolling in the Simpson Bay area when they spotted two riders on two scooters near a restaurant. An attempt was…
Restaurant robbed
Detectives are busy investigating a robbery that took place on July 29th, approximately 22:15 pm at a restaurant in the Point Blanche area. The central dispatch after receiving the distress call…
CPS Calls on Populace to Remain Vigilant and Act Now by Keeping Mosquitoes from Breeding
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in an epidemiological update on dengue in the Region of the Americas, stated that during the first months of 2023, dengue outbreaks of significant…
Maintenance of public order too much dependent on assistance during extraordinary circumstances
In a recently published report, the Law Enforcement Council (Council) gives an account of its inspection into the maintenance of public order during extraordinary circumstances and the role of the…
ODM: Your pets and livestock also need to be a part of Hurricane Season Planning
Households and livestock owners also need to plan for their pets and cattle/goats for the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, the Office of Disaster Management (ODM) said on Thursday.ODM adds, if…
Several drivers fined for bad parking.
July 27, 2023, the Korps police of St. Maarten (KPSM) reiterated its dedication to ensuring public safety and a seamless traffic flow in the Philipsburg area. Recognizing the significant impact…
CERT Certification Ceremony Celebrates Strengthening Disaster Response in Sint Maarten
Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Silveria Jacobs, announces the successful completion of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) certification program, aimed at bolstering Sint Maarten’s institutional capacity for…