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Body of Canadian citizen found with head partially severed in Jamaica
The decomposing body of a Canadian citizen was found in Maxfield Heights in Jamaica’s Trelawny parishon Friday night. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Police have identified the deceased as 62-year-old Norman White, otherwise called ‘Andre’ also of Maxfield Heights. It is reported that around…
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Dominica Economic Revival Summit 2024 Launched
The United Workers Party (UWP) and the Electoral Reform Coalition (ERC) have officially launched a Dominica Economic Revival Summit 2024, under the theme ‘Planning for Sustainable Growth and Development.’ CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Scheduled to take place on June 4-6, at the Jungle…
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Former LIAT SVG workers still waiting for compensation
The Vincentian workers of the now defunct LIAT 1974 limited are hoping that Prime Minister, Ralph Gonsalves will give them the perfect National Workers’ Day gift- their owed severance pay! CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP As the new entity, LIAT 2020 welcomed their two…
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CVC applauds Dominica High Court decision striking down Buggery Law
The Caribbean Vulnerable Communities (CVC) applauds the historic victory for human rights with the April 22 nd ruling by the High Court in Dominica, that criminalizing consensual same sex acts is unconstitutional. This landmark decision which comes on the heels of similar decisions in Trinidad, Barbados, St. Kitts and Nevis and Antigua & Barbuda, marks…
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SKN Attorney General Identifies Key Focus Areas for Growth and Resilience in Keynote Address at ECCU Meeting
The Sixth Meeting of the ECCU Attorneys General and Chief Parliamentary Counsel convened on April 25, 2024, under the theme “Achieving Growth and Resilience – A New Vision for the Legal System in the ECCU.” CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Chaired by the Governor…
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The OECS Joins the UN at INC4 to Develop Comprehensive Treaty on Plastic Pollution
The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) convened at the Shaw Center in Ottawa, Canada to develop a legally binding treaty to control plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. Small Island Developing States (SIDS), including Member States of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), are making their voices heard at these…
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Guyana Harpy Eagles Triumph in West Indies Championship
The Guyana Harpy Eagles have emerged triumphant once again, retaining their West Indies Championship title and collecting US$250 000 in a thrilling showcase of cricket prowess. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP President of Cricket West Indies, Dr Kishore Shallow, extended his heartfelt congratulations to…
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Saharan dust plume drifting toward Caribbean
Persons with respiratory problems and allergies are probably already beginning to feel the effects of a Saharan dust plume which is expected to result in an increase in dust haze for some Caribbean islands. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Several islands have already issued…
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UK church group issues apology for slavery
The United Reformed Church, based in the United Kingdom, on Sunday issued a solemn apology to Jamaica, the Caribbean, and Africa for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, regarded by many as the greatest crime against humanity. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The…
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New regional news programme launched
A new regional news programme was launched in Guyana on Monday designed to increase the flow of news information about the region with more than 20 radio stations across the Caribbean signing on to the broadcast, the organisers have said. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN…
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Kartel retrial hearing set for June 10
The Jamaica Court of Appeals will begin hearing arguments on June 10 to determine whether to order a retrial for Vybz Kartel and his co-accused in the murder case of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The hearing will last for five…