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CARICOM condems Israel

Caribbean Community leaders Wednesday  said they were gravely concerned that Israel’s parliament had voted to block humanitarian aid to Palestinians through the UN’s Relief and Works Agency for refugees  (UNRWA). The block said in a statement that the move by the Israeli Knesset on Monday of this week is a violation of international law and a breach of the UN charter.” CARICOM calls on Israel to allow the UNRWA to […]

todayNovember 7, 2024

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Jamaica wants a new global image

The governing Jamaica Labor Party (JLP) thinks that the time has come for the world to discard old mental images and stereotypes and look to the island with new respect, taking cognizance of its many developments over the decades. Prime Minister Andrew Holness, trailing his main opposition in the polls ahead of general elections next year, wants the world to have a new regard for the island of about three […]

todayNovember 7, 2024

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Op-Ed | Riding on top of trains takes lives

Last week in New York City, a young girl died, and another was seriously injured while illegally riding on top of a moving subway train. As New Yorkers have seen in far too many headlines — this is not an isolated incident. The allure of social media fame has lured too many young people on top of trains, and the consequences have been deadly. What is worse, the companies whose […]

todayNovember 7, 2024

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Volcanoes stun Harpy Eagles in opener

The Windward Islands Volcanoes  claimed an unforgettable one-wicket victory against the Guyana Harpy Eagles in their 2024 CG United Super50 Cup opener at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. Batting first, the Harpy Eagles posted a challenging total of 274-5 from their 50 overs. Captain Tevin Imlach contributed with 65 off 67 balls, belting five boundaries and a six. He was supported by Keemo Paul finishing unbeaten on 54 […]

todayNovember 7, 2024

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India struggles to 86-4 as 14 wickets fall

Fourteen wickets fell on the opening day as India’s cricketers struggled to 86-4 in reply to New Zealand’s 235 all out in the third Test. India lost three wickets for six runs in seven deliveries just before stumps were drawn. Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 30 off 52 balls, was bowled by left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel. Patel then trapped Mohammed Siraj lbw for a golden duck before Virat Kohli was run […]

todayNovember 7, 2024

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Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez joins honorees to light Diya at second Diwali celebration

District Attorney Eric Gonzalez joined colorfully dressed celebrants to mark his office’s Second Diwali commemoration under the theme “Celebrating Pioneers of Progress. The blissfully event in the auditorium of NYC College of Technology, on Oct. 23, came alive with music, dance, and the elements of good over evil. Gonzalez, the first Latino to hold the prestigious position in Brooklyn, presented Proclamations to Acting Justice, Supreme Court Raja Rajeswari, Executive Director […]

todayNovember 6, 2024

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Legislators honor community advocates at Noni Styles runway event

Several fashionably dressed advocates and small business owners whose contributions have been admired and honored by many were once again rewarded for their good deeds in the community by legislators, NYC Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, who represents District 46, and Assembly Member Monique Chandler Waterman, who represents District 58 The Oct. 12 awards presentation showcased collections of African attire presented by Nigerian-born Nonya Anyadiegwu as part of the 11th Annual […]

todayNovember 6, 2024

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