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Pelican’s Nest Sky Deck brings 59,000 sq. feet of rooftop adventure to Sonesta Maho

Tourism

MAHO--Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa is proud to introduce the Pelican’s Nest Sky Deck, a groundbreaking addition that redefines the traditional all-inclusive resort experience. Spanning 59,000 square feet, the new rooftop environment brings together entertainment, adventure and social programming in a dynamic open-air setting.

Tribune Editorial Staff
May 13, 2026
Government

Presidium of Parliament establishes Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup

GREAT BAY--The Presidium of Parliament of Sint Maarten has officially established a Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Workgroup, marking a significant step toward modernizing parliamentary operations and further integration of innovative technologies.
Justice

Storytelling initiative helps inmates and youth reflect on choices, change, rehab

GREAT BAY--From 4–7 May 2026, a series of six storytelling sessions was held at Point Blanche Prison and the Miss Lalie Centre (MLC), creating space for individuals in custody and young adults in rehabilitation to reflect on their experiences, choices, and future pathways through storytelling and dialogue.
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Tourism
Heyliger-Marten: Target is tourism conversion after IShowSpeed draws estimated 93 mil in digital exposures
GREAT BAY--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten said the unexpected Carnival visit of global livestream creator IShowSpeed generated an estimated 93 million gross digital views and media exposures for St. Maarten, placing the island directly into global youth culture and digital travel conversations during one of its most culturally vibrant periods.
Tribune Editorial Staff
May 13, 2026
Sports
Minister Gumbs: Fuel levy funds collected for sports have not been traced to spending
GREAT BAY--Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport Melissa Gumbs told Parliament on Wednesday that while a fuel levy intended to support sports development was previously collected, the Ministry has not yet been able to trace how those funds were spent or where they ultimately ended up.
Tribune Editorial Staff
May 13, 2026
Community
Hospital cost balloons from 157 Million to 278 Million, main building now projected for June 2027
GREAT BAY--Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Richinel Brug has informed Parliament that the cost of the new St. Maarten General Hospital has increased from its original approved budget of US $157 million in 2016 to a current budget of US $278 million, an increase of approximately US $122 million, while the main building is now projected to be completed by June 30, 2027.
Tribune Editorial Staff
May 12, 2026
Government
MPs York and Lewis say Brug allegations serious, but warn his own conduct also requires scrutiny
Tribune Editorial Staff
May 12, 2026
Government
MPs Roseburg, Jansen-Webster and Labega Focus on continuity, if Brug can still function
GREAT BAY--Members of Parliament Sjamira Roseburg, Veronica Jansen Webster and Dimar Labega responded to Minister Richinel Brug’s presentation in Parliament on Tuesday by focusing on whether he can still function effectively as Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor amid the accusations he has levied, the breakdown in trust with the Prime Minister, the URSM board and parts of the governing coalition.
Tribune Editorial Staff
May 12, 2026
Government
Irion, Doran, Lacroes and Ottley press for accountability beyond Brug, says PM must also answer allegations
GREAT BAY--Members of Parliament Ardwell Irion, Egbert Doran, Francisco Lacroes and Omar Ottley responded forcefully to Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Richinel Brug’s presentation in Parliament on Tuesday, making clear that the accusations raised against Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina are too serious to be brushed aside or treated as secondary to the allegations against Brug.
May 12, 2026
Opinion
No Longer Tenable
May 12, 2026
The political “Come to Jesus” moment
May 11, 2026
Hantavirus, the Hondius, and Sint Maarten's Garbage Crisis
May 10, 2026
Weekend Read

St. Maarten needs a realistic traffic plan before the next high season....or else

May 8, 2026

The Poverty We Refuse to Name: “If the money runs out before the month ends, you are poor”

May 8, 2026

Why cruise ships remain vulnerable to disease outbreaks, and why the Caribbean must pay attention

May 8, 2026

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