Gov’t senator touts opportunities in budget for youth, seniors, skilled and unskilled
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UPDATE: Schoolboy charged with murder in stabbing death of Raneil Plummer: ST JAMES, Jamaica — The 14-year-old Irwin High School student who was taken into ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/update-schoolboy-charged-murder-stabbing-death-raneil-plummer/
Muschett High athletes eager to compete at their first Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States - Muschett High School's track and field head coach, Garth Smythe ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/muschett-high-athletes-eager-compete-first-penn-relays/
Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
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Rwanda bill latest: Sunak says first Rwanda asylum flights will take off in '10-12 weeks' - BBC News
bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-politics-68872723
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
#GirlsinICT: Two women take on male-dominated Electronics Engineering at UWI: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Engineering is a historically male-dominated career ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/girlsinict-two-women-take-male-dominated-electronics-engineering-uwi/
Supreme Court will decide if Trump has immunity in election case: The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute ...
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-capitol-riot-prosecution-immunity-72c885c07c77970d4380206f87b2d8ca
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
ArcaneDoor hackers exploit Cisco zero-days to breach govt networks: Cisco warned today that a state-backed hacking group has been exploiting two zero-day ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/arcanedoor-hackers-exploit-cisco-zero-days-to-breach-govt-networks/
About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds
apnews.com/article/aarp-older-adults-retirement-savings-prices-c4f1353d97e8c0a9973c9c67a8eab800
Hydel retain Girls’ 4x100m title at Penn Relays - Jamaica Observer: PHILADELPHIA, USA— Hydel High defended their High School girls' Championships of America ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/hydel-retain-girls-4x100m-title-penn-relays/
Dawkins retain triple jump title at Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States — St Jago High’s Jade-Ann Dawkins retained her high school girls' triple jump title ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/dawkins-retain-triple-jump-title-penn-relays/
Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-ghost-guns-regulation-1a29729cf1bee46590d82ac46ab7b8f4
Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead: London, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Kai Havertz and Ben White scored twice as Arsenal thrashed ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/five-star-arsenal-thrash-chelsea-open-premier-league-lead/
Quick Glance: Arsenal humiliates Chelsea with five stars
- Kai Havertz and Ben White each scored twice as Arsenal defeated Chelsea 5-0.
- Arsenal surged ahead in the Premier League, putting pressure on Liverpool and Manchester City.
- Chelsea suffered from the absence of key player Cole Palmer due to illness.
- Arsenal displayed a strong performance, while Chelsea disappointed and remains three points adrift of European places.
Reputed gang leader ‘Termite’ shot dead in Spanish Town: ST CATHERINE, Jamaica – A suspected gang leader who reportedly led the Top Bank faction of the remnants ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/reputed-gang-leader-termite-shot-dead-spanish-town/
St James High School board to receive report regarding expelled students in a week
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/st-james-high-school-board-receive-report-regarding-expelled-students-week/
95-y-o perishes in St Ann house fire: ST ANN, Jamaica— The body of a 95-year-old man was found among ash and rubble after his house was destroyed by fire in ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/95-y-o-perishes-st-ann-house-fire/
South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/23/headlines/south_korean_youth_activists_take_government_to_court_over_climate_crisis
Unai Emery extends Aston Villa contract: London, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has extended his contract until 2027 ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/unai-emery-extends-aston-villa-contract/
UTME 2024: Nigerians lambast JAMB over examination 7 a.m. exam schedule: JAMB Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin told PREMIUM TIMES on Sunday that the examination ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687965-utme-2024-nigerians-lambast-jamb-over-examination-7-a-m-exam-schedule.html
Girl who hid she was bitten by a dog dies of rabies two months later: Jamaica Star Seraspe died of rabies two months after being bitten by a dog in Manilla in ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/girl-hid-bitten-a-dog-dies-rabies-two-months-later-20695350/
Vice President Harris announces final rules mandating minimum standards for nursing home staffing
apnews.com/article/nursing-homes-minimum-staffing-rules-harris-wisconsin-6dbc7bee56d321ddf012fcadf30dfe15
Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
- The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.
- The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.
- Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.
- The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.
Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid: Russia threatened to step up strikes on Ukraine in response to the US vote to provide new military aid to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russia-threatens-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-over-us-aid
Rwanda bill: Government and Lords face another voting showdown: Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68871847
Kirk Franklin arrives in Jamaica ahead of Fun in the Son performance: KINGSTON, Jamaica - International Gospel artiste, Kirk Franklin has arrived in Jamaica ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/kirk-franklin-arrives-jamaica-ahead-fun-son-performance/
Jamaica formally recognizes the state of Palestine - War on Gaza - War on Gaza: Jamaica announced on Wednesday recognition of the State of Palestine ...
english.ahram.org.eg/News/522533.aspx
Opposition leader calls for resignations of AG, justice minister: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding, has called for the resignations ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/21/opposition-leader-calls-resignations-ag-justice-minister/
Three Jamaican teams advance to Girls 4x800m final at 128th Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States - Former champions Edwin Allen High, Holmwood Technical ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/three-jamaican-teams-advance-girls-4x800m-final-128th-penn-relays/
Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline
apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-81e991c9f82e77b2fe13f8a3e0e25349
62% of Uganda's forensic experts untrained, AG report: Only 14 of the 37 technical staff in the institution have undergone training ranging from basic to ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/62-of-uganda-s-forensic-experts-untrained-ag-report-4598246
Edwin Allen, Hydel impressive in 4x400m heats at Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States — Former winners Edwin Allen High and defending champions Hydel High ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/edwin-allen-hydel-impressive-4x400m-heats-penn-relays/
MPs summon minister Babalanda over caliber of newly appointed assistant RDCs: “What roles are the Assistant RDCs going to play that the RDCs and Deputy RDCs are ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/mps-summon-minister-babalanda-over-caliber-of-newly-appointed-assistant-rdcs-4600606
Montego Bay’s S Hotels makes Global Top 1% rankings: MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica - S Hotel in Montego Bay, St James picked up another accolade recently after being ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/montego-bays-s-hotels-makes-global-top-1-rankings/
Bolt named ambassador for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has been named an ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/24/bolt-named-ambassador-icc-mens-t20-world-cup-2024/
$212m paid to customers by Utility companies for service breaches in 2023: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Utility providers paid out a significant $212 million to customers ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/22/212m-paid-customers-utility-companies-service-breaches-2023/
Portmore JUTC fleet receives 12 new buses: KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) fleet serving commuters in Portmore ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/24/portmore-jutc-fleet-receives-12-new-buses/
Modi Urges Strong Government Amid Global Unrest: India Votes: Each day, Bloomberg journalists take you across a selection of towns and cities as they gear up for ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/modi-urges-strong-government-amid-global-unrest-india-votes
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Irish budget: Government ran €8.3bn surplus last year: The Irish government ran a budget surplus of €8.3bn (£7.1bn) last year.
bbc.com/news/articles/cv2dqll2nn0o
As India’s smallest state votes, a broken hydro plant takes centerstage: Sikkim’s hydropower dream of huge revenues has turned into a nightmare due to ...
aljazeera.com/economy/2024/4/18/a-flash-flood-and-a-quiet-sale-highlight-indias-sikkims-hydro-problems
Boys accuse Jamaican school for troubled teens of rampant abuse, starvation: Former students of Atlantis Leadership Academy in Jamaica, along with parents and ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/jamaica-school-troubled-teens-abuse-starvation-rcna147605
Murder suspect turns self in after a year on the run: ST MARY, Jamaica — The man wanted in connection with the fatal stabbing of another man at a wake in April ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/murder-suspect-turns-self-year-run/
Arteta wants Arsenal to ‘raise the bar’ in Spurs showdown: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to "raise the bar" as the Premier League ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/arteta-wants-arsenal-raise-bar-spurs-showdown/
Aerospace engineer Ayanna Samuels set to inspire at Flow’s Girls in ICT Day Expo: Jamaican-born aerospace engineer Ayanna Samuels is set to deliver an inspiring ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/aerospace-engineer-ayanna-samuels-set-inspire-flows-girls-ict-day-expo/
Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters: President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China ...
apnews.com/article/biden-china-steel-tariffs-union-workers-0399b0450b67086ca86edc43ac45e5e9
Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
ByteDance says ‘no plans’ to sell TikTok after US ban law: BEIJING, China (AFP) — TikTok parent ByteDance has said it has no intention of selling it ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/bytedance-says-no-plans-sell-tiktok-us-ban-law/
Haiti transitional council sworn in after months of violence: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AFP)— A long-awaited transitional ruling council was sworn in Thursday in ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/haiti-transitional-council-sworn-months-violence/
Gov’t files appeal in DPP retirement age dispute: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government, through the Attorney General, has filed an appeal as promised ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/govt-files-appeal-dpp-retirement-age-dispute/
Forex: J$156.35 to one US dollar: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Friday, April 19 ended trading at $156.35 down by 22 cents, according to the Bank of ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/forex-j156-35-one-us-dollar/
Jamaica recognises Palestine as a state: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government of Jamaica has taken the decision to recognise the State of Palestine ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/jamaica-recognises-palestine-state/
Father in custody following suspected drowning of 8-y-o in St Ann: ST ANN, Jamaica — A man has been taken into custody in relation to the suspected drowning of ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/father-custody-following-suspected-drowning-8-y-o-st-ann/
The King of Queens? A $5.775 Million Tudor is One of the Borough’s Priciest: The ornate house in would become the priciest home ever sold in the borough if it ...
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CAF issues Jamaican dollar bond on international market: The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) has issued its first-ever bond denominated ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/18/caf-issues-jamaican-dollar-bond-international-market/
Policeman injured during robbery attempt in St Andrew: ST ANDREW, Jamaica — A police constable is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital for injuries he ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/17/policeman-injured-robbery-attempt-st-andrew/
Two injured in collision on Washington Boulevard: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Two people were rushed to hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Washington Boulevard ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/24/two-injured-collision-washington-boulevard/
16-y-o student killed in Grange Hill was target of attack, says Westmoreland top cop
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/16-y-o-student-killed-grange-hill-target-attack-says-westmoreland-top-cop/
Residents draft community transformation plan for Savanna-la-Mar: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Residents and stakeholders of the Savanna-la-Mar communities of Cooke ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/residents-draft-community-transformation-plan-savanna-la-mar/
20 receive Prime Minister’s Youth Award for Excellence: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Approximately 20 young people were presented with the 2023 Prime Minister’s National ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/21/20-receive-prime-ministers-youth-award-excellence/
Blazes break out in western Canada as wildfire season begins: MONTREAL, Canada (AFP) — First responders were battling several wildfires in western Canada Monday ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/22/blazes-break-western-canada-wildfire-season-begins/
Gov’t to establish STEM innovation teaching centre at Heroes Circle: KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Government is looking to establish a Science, Technology ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/govt-establish-stem-innovation-teaching-centre-heroes-circle/
St Mary 4-H clubs hailed for work in the parish: ST MARY, Jamaica— Executive Director of the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, Peter Thompson, has lauded the parish management ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/21/st-mary-4-h-clubs-hailed-work-parish/
Arnett Gardens, Portmore United draw first leg quarter-final JPL encounter: KINGSTON, Jamaica — A late fightback from Arnett Gardens was enough to give them a ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/arnett-gardens-portmore-united-draw-first-leg-quarter-final-jpl-encounter/
Captain Matthews leads WI Women to victory over Pakistan: A magnificent 140 not out from captain Hayley Matthews led West Indies women to at 131-run victory over ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/18/captain-matthews-leads-wi-women-victory-pakistan/
Forex: J$156.75 to one US dollar: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Tuesday, April 23 ended trading at $156.75 up by 66 cents, according to the Bank of ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/forex-j156-75-one-us-dollar/
22 migrants found dead off Tunisian coast since Saturday: TUNIS, Tunisia (AFP) - The bodies of 22 people presumed to be sub-Saharan migrants were found off the ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/22-migrants-found-dead-off-tunisian-coast-since-saturday/
Silva strikes late as Man City sink Chelsea to reach FA Cup final: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Bernardo Silva fired Manchester City back into the FA Cup final ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/20/silva-strikes-late-man-city-sink-chelsea-reach-fa-cup-final/
Man charged with 2023 murder of vendor in St James: ST JAMES, Jamaica— A man is facing murder charges after he allegedly fatally shot a vendor on Fostic Road in ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/20/man-charged-2023-murder-vendor-st-james/
Three injured in Lawrence Tavern drive-by shooting: ST ANDREW, Jamaica — Three men were shot and injured during a drive-by gun attack at Burn Shop district in ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/22/three-injured-lawrence-tavern-drive-shooting/
Senators raise their own pay as Argentines cope with hardship: BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AFP) — Argentines expressed anger Friday after senators voted by a show ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/senators-raise-pay-argentines-cope-hardship/
Haiti gangs ramp up violence, hope to block governing council’s inauguration: PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti (CMC) — Haiti’s coalition criminal gangs have decided to ramp ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/haiti-gangs-ramp-violence-hope-block-governing-councils-inauguration/
New St James police head to oversee increased use of technology in crime-fighting - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/21/new-st-james-police-head-oversee-increased-use-technology-crime-fighting/
France plans 6,000 police to secure Olympic torch arrival: MARSEILLE, France (AFP)— Some 6,000 police will be deployed next month to secure the arrival from ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/france-plans-6000-police-secure-olympic-torch-arrival/
Senior UN aid official urges comprehensive response to Haiti crisis: UNITED NATIONS (CMC) – A senior United Nations aid official is calling for a comprehensive ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/senior-un-aid-official-urges-comprehensive-response-haiti-crisis/
Four pedestrians among latest road fatalities – RSU: KINGSTON, Jamaica— For a third consecutive week road fatalities have hit double digits with 10 people killed ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/21/four-pedestrians-among-latest-road-fatalities-rsu/
‘Lass’ charged with wounding with intent: ST ANN, Jamaica — A man whose alias is “Lass” has been charged by the police after he allegedly used a machete to ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/lass-charged-wounding-intent/
French air traffic control strike threatens flight chaos: PARIS, France (AFP) - French air traffic controllers are to stage a one-day strike Thursday which risks ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/french-air-traffic-control-strike-threatens-flight-chaos/
Incomplete file stalling double-murder case in St James: ST JAMES, Jamaica — An incomplete file is said to be impeding the progress of the case against a man ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/incomplete-file-stalling-double-murder-case-st-james/
Water minister assures schools and hotel operators of Government support during water crisis
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/water-minister-assures-schools-hotel-operators-government-support-water-crisis/
Seven days, eight events, one festival – Reggae Sumfest to take over MoBay in July
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/seven-days-eight-events-one-festival-reggae-sumfest-take-mobay-july/
Musk says X will appeal Australia injunction on church stabbing videos: SYDNEY, Australia — Elon Musk said Tuesday his social media platform X will appeal ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/22/musk-says-x-will-appeal-australia-injunction-church-stabbing-videos/
Denmark airport reopens after bomb threat, man arrested: STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AFP)— Denmark's second largest airport reopened late Saturday after a man was ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/20/denmark-airport-reopens-bomb-threat-man-arrested/
Scorpions 39-0 at lunch after Red Force enforce follow-on: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jamaica Scorpions were 39 without loss at lunch in their second innings after ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/scorpions-39-0-lunch-red-force-enforce-follow/
Former champs JR Success Primary target back-to-back wins: ST JAMES, Jamaica — Former champions John Rollins Success Primary will be going after back- to- back ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/22/former-champs-jr-success-primary-target-back-back-wins/
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