Part of Rancho Suscol deeded to General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo in 1844, Mare Island became the first Pacific Coast naval installation. The “island” was not an island at all, rather it is a peninsula surrounded by marshes.

Royal Caribbean Cruises' fourth-quarter 2011 earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate.

Island homes abound after the deluge

THEY'RE marooned on an island, their yard is a swamp infested with snakes and their only transport is the tiny tinnie tied to the back deck.

ALAS Announces Central America & Caribbean Operations and 2012 Earnings Projection

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- ALAS International Holdings Inc. (Pink Sheets:VDSC) announces that the PV Enterprises team has been working extensively to complete and sign an agreement with local authorities ...

Wanted: Mock Astronauts for Mission to Mars ... in Hawaii

If you've ever dreamed of becoming an astronaut and have four months to spare, you might have the "right stuff" to fly to Mars … well, sort of.

Philippines issues local tsunami alert after quake hits between islands

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Monday off the third-largest island in the Philippines, prompting the country to issue a tsunami alert for the coastlines near the epicenter.

GlobeOp appoints Tim Ridley to Cayman board

LONDON--(Marketwire - Feb 6, 2012) -

'Bahamas Day' Returns To Opa Locka

Pilots, Public Invited To Hospitality Event If it's cold where you are, here's a warm thought. The Third Annual Bahamas Ministry Of Tourism and Aviation Bahamas Day aviation and cultural event will take place February 25th at Miami Executive Aviation, Opa Locka Executive Airport, Opa Locka Florida, from 1000-1500. The event offers general information on The Bahamas as well as information on ...

Newsbeat's guide to the Falklands

As Prince William arrives in the Falkland Islands, Newsbeat explains the history of the area.

Rescuers find 17 dead after boat carrying 70 illegal immigrants capsizes off Dominican coast

Rescuers have found 17 bodies and 13 survivors after a boat overloaded with 70 illegal immigrants from the Dominican Republic capsized on the way to the U.S territory of Puerto Rico two days ago.

This Day in History - February 6

Today is the 37th day of 2012. There are 329 days left in the year. 1952: Britain's King George VI dies and is succeeded by his daughter, Elizabeth II.

Hilton HHonors Reveals Top 10 Happiest Winter Travel Destinations in Europe

With more than 2 million Brits1 expected to book holidays this month, it’s clear that many are eager to escape the dreary winter days ahead; and with good reason. According to Happiness Expert Alexandra Watson, traveling during the winter months can provide more than just a suntan; it can also increase personal happiness during the most depressing time of the year.

Cuba producing sugar with new technology

Havana, Feb 6 (IANS/EFE) Cuba has begun to employ a new technology to produce white sugar, a measure that improves its quality, avoids the refining process and reduces the cost of manufacture, a media report said Sunday.

Tybee Island Bomb Sparks Interest in History

It's a mystery that boggled the minds of government officials and scientists for decades, but two young Mineral Wells girls accepted the challenge. They set out to discover the true story behind the Tybee Island bomb.

Falkland Islands: Venezuela threatens Britain as Hugo Chavez vows to side with Argentina

The inflammatory promise from Hugo Chavez (pictured) came in the run-up to the 30th anniversary of the April 1982 invasion of the islands by Argentina.

Staten Island pols doing the Albany budget shuffle

Lanza, Cusick navigate 'process'; Savino says state director, commissioners not providing answers

17 dead, 13 rescued after migrant boat capsizes

Boat carrying about 70 migrants from the Dominican Republic to Puerto Rico capsized before dawn Saturday morning

Liriano, Dirks lift Escogido in Caribbean Series

Francisco Liriano walked four and struck out five while Andy Dirks drove in the game-winning run to lead the Dominican Republic's Escogido Leones to a 2-0 win over Mexico's Ciudad Obregon Yaquis in the Caribbean Series Sunday night.

Island nation of Vanuatu jolted by several quakes

The South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu continues to be jolted by several moderate to strong earthquakes after a magnitude 7.1 temblor hit last week.

Travel challenge: Turtle-hatching holidays

EACH week we invite competing companies to give us their best deals for a particular holiday, with great results for our readers.

Mayor fears voluntary administration for Palm Island council

Palm Island Mayor Alf Lacey says he fears the island's council, off Townsville in north Queensland, could go into voluntary administration if any more members resign.

Shifting island feels a cyber seismic shift

Social media is bringing about profound changes in PNG culture, and its impact on politics is only beginning to be explored and understood.

With Hawaii Tourism Rebound, the New and Notable

Tourism in Hawaii is back up to 2007 levels, good news for the island chain.

Five Long Island High School Basketball Games to Watch This Week (Feb. 6-10): A Fan's View

When the calendar turns to February, it only means one thing- Long Island high school playoff basketball is back. For many local teams still alive in the postseason hunt, it all comes down to the final stretch run of the regular season and hundreds of Long Island players will be...

Five Long Island High School Basketball Games to Watch This Week (Feb. 6-10): A Fan's View

When the calendar turns to February, it only means one thing- Long Island high school playoff basketball is back. For many local teams still alive in the postseason hunt, it all comes down to the final stretch run of the regular season and hundreds of Long Island players will be...

Photo: Bahamas - In Infrared - As Seen From Orbit

This infrared view shows the Bahamas' Long Island (left) and parts of Little and Great Exuma (right). It was photographed as part of an experiment by one of the Expedition 30 crew members aboard the International Space Station.

Island ambassadors to empower women and girls

The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) has selected two Islanders as 2012 youth ambassadors under the theme Empowerment of Women and Girls.

Bulldogs hold preseason intrasquad tournament to decide Puerto Rico Shootout participants

Five spots. Ten golfers. Two weeks away from its opening match in Puerto Rico, the Georgia men’s golf team held an intrasquad match play tournament to decide who would make the trip to the Puerto Rico Shootout. The coaching staff seeded each player based on their fall stroke averages in order to be matched up [...]

Canaan Man Who Fled to Virgin Islands Pleads Guilty in Court to Sexual Assault

LITCHFIELD — Frederick Pickering’s legal saga has taken the Canaan man from the Virgin Islands to prison. Pickering pleaded guilty to second-degree sexual assault against a physically helpless victim and second-degree burglary in Litchfield Superior Court on Friday.

Anna Maria Island: Low-key pleasures rule on this slice of Old Florida - The Boston Globe

Even by Sunshine State standards, Anna Maria is one mellow joint.

Travel advice: affordable summer holidays for the family

Sophie Butler advises on keeping costs down for families wanting to travel in the summer holidays.

Argentines seek resolution to Falkland Islands

BUENOS AIRES, argentina — London's tabloids and British leaders are depicting Argentina as dangerous and belligerent 30 years after its invasion of the Falkland Islands.

Cuba Denies Exit to Pro-Democracy Blogger Invited by Brazil

Cuba’s best-known pro-democracy blogger said she was denied permission to leave her country after Brazil granted her a visa ahead of President Dilma Rousseff’s state visit to the communist island last week.

Escogido stays undefeated in Caribbean Series

The Dominican Republic's Escogido Leones took advantage of three errors by Puerto Rico's Mayaguez Indios and gained a 6-1 victory to remain undefeated in the tournament.

US tourist dies while diving in Cayman Islands

Police in the Cayman Islands say a 47-year-old U.S. tourist has died while scuba diving off popular North West Point in Grand Cayman.

Falkland Islands -- British or Argentine?

The Falkland Islands are back in the news with the six-week deployment of the Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, to the south Atlantic island group. The Telegraph reported William will conduct search and rescue training while deployed. Political tensions between Argentina and the United Kingdom have increased in recent months, inviting speculation over whether the countries would settle an ...

30 years later, Argentines still want 'their' islands back from Britain, but won't risk war

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina - London's tabloids and British leaders are depicting Argentina as dangerous and belligerent 30 years after its invasion of the Falkland Islands. Argentines say Britain should consider its own history of waging war around the globe, and acknowledge that the islands and seas around them rightfully belong to Argentina.

Parasailing Accident Takes Life Of Palm Springs Man

A Palm Springs man was killed in a parasailing accident while he was on vacation in Hawaii.

Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsUS tourist dies while diving in Cayman Islands

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) - Police in the Cayman Islands say a 47-year-old U.S. tourist has died while scuba diving off popular North West Point in Grand Cayman.

US tourist, 47, dies while scuba diving in Cayman Islands

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — Police in the Cayman Islands say a 47-year-old U.S. tourist has died while scuba diving off popular North West Point in Grand Cayman.

US tourist dies while diving in Cayman Islands

Police in the Cayman Islands say a 47-year-old U.S. tourist has died while scuba diving off popular North West Point in Grand Cayman.

Temple Vs Rhode Island: Owls Travel To RI For Atlantic 10 Battle

The Temple Owls look to extend a five-game winning streak when they visit the Rhode Island Rams on Saturday at 2 p.m. After losing two of their first three games in the Atlantic 10 Conference, the Owls have rattled off five consecutive victories to move within a half-game of the La Salle Explorers for first place in the league. Temple most recently downed Fordham on Friday at the Liacouras ...

Cuba people-to-people tours: So nice to meet you, Havana

Ludwig and I had the kind of relationship where I could ask him anything without fear of reproach. I questioned him about the rebellious rumblings of his youth, his wishes for the future and the state of his bathroom. Read full article >>

Canaan resident who tried to flee to Virgin Islands makes court appearance, pleads guilty to sexual assault

LITCHFIELD — Frederick Pickering’s legal saga has taken the Canaan man from the Virgin Islands to prison.

Island shops get national spotlight

ANNA MARIA -- The specialty shops lining Pine Avenue on Anna Maria Island are receiving national attention.

Puerto Rico plans mass iguana killings

Iguanas of Puerto Rico: Your days are numbered.The island's government is announcing plans to kill as many of the reptiles as possible and export their meat in hopes of eradicating an imported species that has long vexed residents...

Puerto Rico to kill iguanas for meat

Puerto Rico's government plans to export Iguana meat in the hopes of eradicating an imported species.

Fitch Rates Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority Senior Revs 'BBB'; Outlook Stable

Fitch Ratings takes the following actions on Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority, Puerto Rico :

Puerto Rico to kill invasive iguanas, export meat

San Juan, Puerto Rico— Iguanas of Puerto Rico: Your days are numbered.

Single in the Caribbean

At the Gansevoort resort in Turks and Caicos. More Photos » GRATEFUL for rain on a Caribbean vacation? You bet I was. And you might have been, too, had you just escaped from a mob of bronzed bodies dancing under the stars in whipped-up, blissed-out unison to a 1980s disco hit.