islands

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The term can include people with roots in dozens of countries from Sri Lanka to China’s border with Russia to Pacific islands, with completely different exposure patterns and cuisines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The Channel Islands, an archipelago that includes three additional islands outside the park, are nicknamed the “Galapagos of North America” for the flora and fauna found only there.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Most of the islands are, as Antelope was until this year, submerged reefs which in the past had no human settlements.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

France banned its use on the mainland in 1990, but allowed its continued use on the Caribbean islands until 1993.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“They also said there will be Carib Indians on the islands in the West Indies,” Richard continues.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone