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Machado returns to Venezuela after months in exile, raising stakes

Regional

VENEZUELA--Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returned to Venezuela on Sunday, October 25, after nearly a year in exile, marking a major development in the country's uncertain political transition and bringing renewed attention to the geopolitical environment surrounding the Dutch Caribbean. Her return comes amid growing demands for presidential elections, continued U.S. support for interim President Delcy Rodríguez and unanswered questions about earlier attempts to travel through Curaçao and Aruba.

Tribune Editorial Staff
October 25, 2026
Economy

International travelers to U.S. face new mandatory health declaration starting November 3

GREAT BAY--International travelers, including passengers departing St. Maarten for the United States or connecting through American airports, will be required to complete a new mandatory health declaration beginning November 3, 2026, as U.S. authorities introduce additional screening measures aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola.
Economy

Jet fuel tops $200 a barrel, higher prices should be expected across the board

GREAT BAY--Residents of St. Maarten could face another round of cost-of-living increases as global jet fuel prices climb above US$200 per barrel, raising concerns about more expensive airline tickets, higher freight charges, increased consumer prices and the possibility of fewer visitors traveling to the island as airlines struggle with rising operating costs.
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Community
Two young spoken word talents awarded $3,000 in prizes and school fees covered
GREAT BAY--Two primary school students who prepared for a spoken word competition that was eventually cancelled have been recognized with a combined prize package valued at approximately US $3,000, full payment of their school fees for the 2027/2028 academic year, and roles in an upcoming short film by the Men’s Mental Health Awareness Foundation.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 25, 2026
Government
Six Major policy and legislative proposals remained pending before SER
GREAT BAY--Six advisory requests involving some of St. Maarten's important social, economic and legislative issues remained pending before the Social Economic Council (SER) at the end of 2025, including proposals concerning the establishment of a new poverty line, corporate income tax, immigration legislation, financial assistance and judicial procedures.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 25, 2026
Government
SER says government delays prevented issuance of advice, disrupted its work
GREAT BAY--The Social Economic Council (SER) of St. Maarten has identified significant administrative delays at the Ministry of General Affairs as a major obstacle to carrying out its statutory responsibilities, revealing that Government's failure to finalize required appointments prevented the Council from formally issuing advice and contributed to additional delays of approximately three months.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 25, 2026
Community
President of Parliament endorses Minister Connor's breadfruit initiative, suggests expansion to more fruit trees and vegetables.
GREAT BAY--President of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams has endorsed Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Claret Connor's initiative to distribute breadfruit trees across St. Maarten, while calling for the effort to be expanded to include other fruit trees and vegetables.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 23, 2026
Health
Can you reduce your breast cancer risk? What you can change and what you cannot
GREAT BAY--Can breast cancer be prevented? It sounds like a simple question, but the answer requires some care.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 23, 2026
Dutch Kingdom
DUO to assist St. Maarten residents with student loan repayments November 23 to 27
GREAT BAY--Former students with outstanding Dutch student loans will have an opportunity to receive in-person assistance when the Education Executive Agency (DUO) visits St. Maarten from November 23 to 27, 2026, to help borrowers understand their repayment obligations for 2027.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 23, 2026
Opinion
Before we light it up
October 25, 2026
The British Monarchy and the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade: The Case for a Royal Apology and Reparatory Justice
October 25, 2026
Small Island, Global Stage: Why CHOGM 2026 Is a Defining Moment for Antigua and Barbuda and the Caribbean
October 25, 2026
Weekend Read

The fight after leaving: “Are you going to wait until something happens to me?”

October 24, 2026

The past is not buried: How slavery and colonialism continue to shape generations

October 24, 2026

It is easier for Caribbean travelers to leave the region than to explore it

October 24, 2026

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