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St. Maarten, Suriname Move Toward Stronger Ties At Unga

Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina (right) and Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, President of the Republic of Suriname.

NEW YORK--Prime Minister (PM) Dr. Luc Mercelina, recently initiated Read more

Venezuela Hit By 6.3-Magnitude Earthquake

Venezuela hit by 6.3-magnitude earthquakehttps://t.co/1ejWM0ACKx pic.twitter.com/lj68IUq9WS

721News.com (@721News) September 25, 2025

Source: DW.com

The US Geological Survey reported the magnitude of the quake, which was located at a depth of 14 kilometers. No casualties have been reported.

A 6.3-magnitudeearthquakeshook west and northVenezuelaon Wednesday, the US Geological Survey said.

What do we know so far?

There were noimmediate reports of any casualties or serious damage.

The epicenter of the earthquake was located at a depth of 14 kilometers (8.6 miles) some 27 kilometersfrom Mene Grande, the USGS said.

A few hours later, the USGS reported on another 5.8-magnitude earthquake, 28 kilometers from Mene Grande.

Some 600 kilometerswest of Caracas,Mene Grande is an oil town in asparsely populated area of the state of Zulia.

Venezuela is the country withthe world’s largest proven crude oil reserves,estimated at approximately 303 billion barrels as of 2023-2024, significantly more than other countries such asSaudi Arabia, Iran, and Canada.

Are strong earthquakes common in Venezuela?

The Colombian Geological Survey measured the tremor at 6.1 and categorized it as a “shallow depth” event in Mene Grande, but the quake was also felt in neighboring Colombia, as well asthe Caribbean islands of Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire.

Strong temblors are not common in Venezuela, but Wednesday’s quakeshookbuildings and caused alarm in cities including Caracas and Maracaibo.

About 80%of Venezuelans live in seismic zones, but the South American country has not had a major quakesince 1997, when 73 people died inCariaco in the eastern state of Sucre.

In 1976, nearly 300 were killed and 2,000 injured when a quakehit Caracas.

As qued uno de los apartamentos en Maracaibo, estado Zulia, luego del sismo ocurrido hace pocos minutos Read more

Smmc Celebrates World Patient Safety Day

CAY HILL —On Wednesday, September 17th, St. Maarten Medical Center joined the global observance of World Patient Safety Day with a series of lectures and interactive workshops held on its main patio for staff. World Patient Safety Day, an initiative of the World Health Organization, is geared towards raising global awareness about patient safety and promoting actions that minimize harm in healthcare.

This years theme, Safe Care for every Newborn and Child, focuses on safety during neonatal and pediatric care – particularly vital for patients who cannot always advocate for themselves.

The program was organized by the Quality and Safety Department and reflects SMMCs ongoing journey to achieve Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation at the new St Read more

Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 18th September 2025 @12:00 LST (10:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 19th September 2025WEATHER:This afternoon: Variably cloudy with occasional showers. Isolated thunderstorms are likely.Tonight, through Friday midday: Partly cloudy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 32C / 90F           Forecast Low: 27C / 81FSunset Today: 6:12 P.M.               Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:01 A.MSURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: East southeasterly to easterly, with a light to gentle, at 5 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: Moist and unstable conditions will persist alongside gentle winds Read more

Youth Trauma And Mental Health Study Launched For Caribbean Netherlands

A screen-capture of the promotional video for the Be You youth mental health study for the Caribbean Netherlands, which recently launched in Bonaire.

KRALENDIJK--A large-scale scientific study which looks into trauma experiences and mental health among young people in the Caribbean Netherlands was launched on Thursday, September 11, starting with Bonaire. The study is called Be You, emphasising that it focuses on young people themselves: their experiences, feelings, and voice Read more

WeRe Stopping On The Runway, Westjet Pilot Tells Atc After Landing Gear Collapse

Airport firefighters near the right engine that scraped along the runway at Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA).  AIRPORT--Panic and smoke filled the air on Sunday afternoon when a WestJet Boeing 737-800 aircraft from Toronto, Canada, suffered a landing gear collapse at Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA), sending the airport skidding down the runway and forcing the airport to shut down.   The incident occurred around 1:29pm, right as WestJet flight WS2276 touched down.  The flights landing at PJIA was captured by a livestream hosted by St Read more

Minister BrugS Statements On Pjiae Notice

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — As Minister of Labor, I have taken note of the communication recently issued by the management of PJIAE to its staff concerning measures to be taken against French nationals employed at PJIAE. Such communication has caused significant unrest in the community, which requires clarification on my part.

I, Richinel Brug, hereby unequivocally distance myself from the content and implications of such correspondence Read more

Gebe Meeting To Continue In Parliament Today, Mps To Honour Late Mp Pantophlet

PHILIPSBURG--The House of Parliament will hold two public meetings today, Wednesday, September 3 - the continuation of a meeting on utility company GEBE and paying tribute to the late former Member of Parliament, Romeo Pantophlet.

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