The Boeing 737 MAX 8 took to the skies for the first time earlier. The 737 MAX program achieved the milestone on schedule which begins a comprehensive flight-test program leading to certification and delivery.

Cuba has announced it will launch residential broadband internet services in two areas of its capital, Havana. The government has also said it will allow cafes, bars and restaurants to order broadband service.

Jamaica has confirmed its first case of the Zika mosquito-borne virus, the country’s Ministry of Health announced. The patient, who has now recovered, is a four-year-old child from Portmore.

Jan 29 American Airlines' president on Friday said it is too early to tell if the rapidly spreading Zika virus will impact travel, but so far the airline has seen no material change to flight bookings.

The lineup for the 25th annual Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival has been announced, and will feature Grammy award-winning Latin singer Marc Anthony as its headliner.

Athletes and tourists have been told to think carefully before travelling to the Olympic Games this summer in Rio, where officials are struggling to contain the spread of the Zika virus.