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Super hurricanes, higher temperature, and heavier rainfall-James Fuller looks at how global warming is threatening to redefine life in the Caribbean

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Caribbean boxers aim to fight their way into acclaim at the Olympics. Laura Dowrich-Phillips looks at their struggle for recognition

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From Catch a Fire to Blackheart Man, David Katz counts down his top 10 reggae albums of all time

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Caroline Neisha Taylor visits Jean-Ralph Thurin’s high-fashion bridal salon in New Jersey, where the Haitian designer brings his dreams to life

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IN AN OCTOPUS' GARDEN

Judy Fitzpatrick explores the stunning buried treasure in St Martin's waters

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