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8-year-old is the only survivor after bus plunges off cliff in South Africa, killing 45 people
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Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
- A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.
- The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.
- The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.
- South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
#Champs2024: Edwin Allen reclaim girls’ Champs title; KC win 35th in boys’ section
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/champs2024-edwin-allen-reclaim-girls-champs-title-kc-win-35th-boys-section/
Half-Way-Tree Primary School teacher suffers stroke, dies five days later: KINGSTON, Jamaica- The staff and students of Half-Way-Tree Primary are mourning the ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/half-way-tree-primary-school-teacher-suffers-stroke-dies-five-days-later/
Nottingham: Driver jailed for killing student in police chase: Joshua Gregory receives a nine-year sentence for killing mature student Oshada Jayasundera.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-68682640
‘One Love’ and the Flattening of Bob Marley’s Radicalism: The biopic ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ continues a long tradition of downplaying the late reggae star’s ...
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NYPD cop, 31, shot dead by career criminal during Queens traffic stop ID'd as husband, dad of young child
nypost.com/2024/03/25/us-news/nypd-cop-shot-in-chest-in-queens-rushed-to-hospital-sources/
Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
- Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.
- Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.
- The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.
- The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
Jaydon Hibbert awards five scholarships to Kingston College: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jaydon Hibbert, world U-20 Triple Jump record holder, has established the Leaps ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/jaydon-hibbert-awards-five-scholarships-kingston-college/
Man fatally shot after reportedly mowing down two people in Manchester: MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A man was fatally shot by an off-duty policeman after he reportedly ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/man-fatally-shot-after-reportedly-mowing-down-two-people-in-manchester/
Westmoreland vendor stabbed to death in Negril Transport Centre: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica— A 51-year-old vendor is dead after she was reportedly stabbed to death ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/westmoreland-vendor-stabbed-to-death-in-negril-transport-centre/
No, Donald Trump, migrants aren’t ‘killing’ Social Security and Medicare : In reality, undocumented workers pay taxes for benefits they will probably never ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/26/no-donald-trump-migrants-arent-killing-social-security-medicare/
Israel confirms death of third highest-ranking Hamas official: The Israeli army has confirmed the death of a high-ranking Hamas leader. Marwan Issa was killed in ...
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Newly renovated surgical ward at KPH reopens: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The 36-bed Ward 2 North at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) has been officially reopened ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/newly-renovated-surgical-ward-kph-reopens/
Former US President Donald Trump is planning to attend the wake on Thursday for a New York Police Department officer who was gunned down during a traffic stop ... Show more
UK ruling on Julian Assange ‘killing him slowly’, say free speech advocates: London’s High Court ruled that Assange can appeal against extradition if the US ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/26/uk-ruling-on-julian-assange-killing-him-slowly-say-free-speech-advocates
Quick Glance: Julian Assange: UK Court Delays US Extradition
- A British court ruled that Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the United States unless U.S. authorities guarantee he won't face the death penalty.
- Assange will remain in London's Belmarsh Prison as the legal battle continues.
- Judges emphasized the need for Assange to receive the same protections as a U.S. citizen and to be spared from the death penalty.
- The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment, while Assange's supporters argue for his rights as a journalist under the First Amendment.
Man in Scream mask accused of killing neighbor with knife and chainsaw in Pennsylvania
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Mountain lion attacks two brothers, killing one and injuring the other: The mountain lion was scared away when deputies fired their guns, and it is now being ...
news.sky.com/story/mountain-lion-attacks-two-brothers-killing-one-and-injuring-the-other-13100858
Five dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in PNG earthquake: At least five people were killed and an estimated 1,000 homes destroyed when a magnitude 6 ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/five-dead-1000-homes-destroyed-png-earthquake/
Quick Glance: Significant Destruction Caused by Severe Earthquake and Floods in PNG
- A seismic event measuring 6.9 in magnitude resulted in extensive destruction in Papua New Guinea, with approximately 1,000 residential properties in the East Sepik province affected, with reports of three fatalities.
- Governor Allan Bird mentioned the devastation of the 1,000 homes due to the earthquake, exacerbating the existing challenges posed by flooding in the province.
- Critical necessities in the impacted areas include housing, access to clean water, and waterproof covers for securing possessions and firewood.
- Intense precipitation coupled with powerful winds have led to severe flooding and landslides in Papua New Guinea during this current month.
Russia strikes Ukraine’s Kharkiv with aerial bombs for the first time since 2022: KYIV, Ukraine: Russia struck the northeastern city of Kharkiv with aerial bombs ...
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Tributes paid to city legend 'Pretty' who loved to dance and make people smile: Albert Johnson was an incredibly happy man and well-loved in the local community
nottinghampost.com/news/nottingham-news/tributes-paid-nottingham-legend-pretty-9192242
Man Charged With Killing 4 in Illinois Stabbing Rampage Blames Drugs: While a motive for the killings was not clear, the suspect charged in a deadly attack in ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/us/rockford-illinois-stabbing.html
Quick Glance: Four Fatalities and 7 Injured in Stabbings in Northern Illinois, Suspect Apprehended
- A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday in a northern Illinois community as a man embarked on a stabbing spree at various locations, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to seven others.
- Currently, a 22-year-old man is in police custody and undergoing questioning by Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd.
- Following a medical emergency call at 1:14 p.m., the Rockford Police Department received additional requests for police and paramedic assistance.
- The Mayor of Rockford expressed dismay over the violent incident and highlighted the ongoing investigations to clarify the event and prevent future occurrences.
Clarke says Opposition Leader disrespectful for referring to House Speaker Juliet Holness ‘as the wife’
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/clarke-says-opposition-leader-disrespectful-referring-house-speaker-juliet-holness-wife/
Brazil's federal police arrest men suspected of ordering 2018 killing of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman
apnews.com/article/brazil-slain-councilwoman-847dc4eb42704f9c6bdee62fce030d5f
US man pleads guilty to 'killing spree' of eagles: Travis John Branson killed about 3,600 protected birds to sell their parts online from 2015-21.
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68622640
Moscow concert hall attack wasn't the first of Putin's rule: The attack on a Moscow concert hall in which armed men opened fire and set the building ablaze ...
apnews.com/article/russia-moscow-concert-hall-attacks-history-d9a090fa84d3511df25631691b64f9c0
Lembikisa wonder strike lifts Reggae Boyz over Panama to claim third: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Jamaica's Reggae Boyz clinched third place in the Concacaf Nations ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/lembikisa-wonder-strike-lifts-reggae-boyz-panama-claim-third/
Gov’t prioritises Washington Boulevard improvement, says PM: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Increased focus will be placed on the Washington Boulevard Improvement Project ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/govt-prioritises-washington-boulevard-improvement-says-pm/
Gov’t senator touts opportunities in budget for youth, seniors, skilled and unskilled
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/govt-senator-touts-opportunities-in-budget-for-youth-seniors-skilled-and-unskilled/
Dunbeholden slip up in the play-off chase: CATHERINE HALL, St James — Dunbeholden FC slipped up in the three-way race for the last playoff spot in the J Wray and ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/dunbeholden-slip-up-in-the-play-off-chase/
IS-K: Who are the Islamic State jihadists blamed for Moscow attack?: The assault on Crocus City Hall is not the first atrocity believed to be carried out by the ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Casts Doubt on ISIS Attack in Moscow
- Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said it was 'extremely hard to believe' that the Islamic State would have had the capacity to launch an attack on a Moscow concert hall that killed at least 143 people.
- Zakharova reiterated Moscow's claims, lacking evidence, that Ukraine was behind the attack on the Crocus City Hall, the deadliest in Russia in 20 years.
- The director of Russia's FSB security agency stated on Tuesday that he believed Ukraine, the United States, and Britain were involved in the Moscow attack.
- The head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated at a security conference in Kyiv that he believed Russian authorities had known about preparations for a major attack since at least mid-February.
Dr Brian Heap is dead: Dr Brian Heap, an English-born educator known for his work in theatre, died on Sunday after a prolonged, undisclosed illness ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/dr-brian-heap-dead/
Gray, Nicholson back for Reggae Boyz vs Panama: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Demarai Gray and Shamar Nicholson have been included in the Jamaica team to face Panama in the ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/gray-nicholson-back-reggae-boyz-vs-panama/
‘Tattoo’ shot and killed in Westmoreland: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica – A man was shot and killed at Amity Cross Road in Westmoreland on Friday night ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/tattoo-shot-killed-westmoreland/
Texas school bus with over 40 pre-K students crashes, killing 2: authorities: A school bus with more than 40 prekindergarten students returning from a field trip ...
nypost.com/2024/03/22/us-news/texas-school-bus-with-more-40-pre-k-students-crashes-killing-2-authorities/
Quick Glance: Texas School Bus Crash: 2 Dead, 44 Injured Students
- A school bus carrying over 40 prekindergarten students collided with a concrete truck in Texas, resulting in two fatalities.
- Another vehicle was also involved in the crash, the fate of the victims in the vehicles remains unknown.
- Multiple injured individuals were airlifted to hospitals, exact number undisclosed.
- Students were returning from a zoo field trip, parents were notified of the accident, and the school worked on reuniting them.
‘Bunny’ Shaw breaks Manchester City’s goal record: Jamaica’s Khadija "Bunny" Shaw is now Manchester City’s women’s record goal scorer. Shaw surpassed Georgia ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/bunny-shaw-breaks-manchester-citys-goal-record/
Five Students Wounded in Slashings at Queens High School: The students were taken into custody after a fight at the school, the police said ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/nyregion/stabbing-queens-high-school.html
Grim search for six bodies in Baltimore bridge-ship collision continues: BALTIMORE, United States (AFP)— Emergency services combed the cold waters of Baltimore ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/grim-search-six-bodies-baltimore-bridge-ship-collision-continues/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Chris Davidson: Australian man jailed for killing former pro-surfer: The court heard that Grant Coleman attacked Chris Davidson because he believed he was ...
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An Easter loaf baked with fruit, spices and Caribbean sun: Widely believed to be a descendant of hot cross buns, this Jamaican spice bun soars with vibrant ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/22/dining/easter-jamaican-spice-bun.html/
ICE singles out 'sanctuary cities' after Laken Riley's killing as they announce separate migrant arrests
abcnews.go.com/Politics/ice-officials-single-sanctuary-cities-after-laken-rileys/story
MP Robert Chin to visit Integrity Commission regarding financial statements on Monday
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/mp-robert-chin-visit-integrity-commission-regarding-financial-statements-monday/
Alabama sets lethal injection date for man convicted of killing couple during robbery
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The trial of an Arizona border rancher charged with killing a migrant is set to open
apnews.com/article/arizona-border-rancher-migrant-killing-baea7758f359f2262074e093878b0d33
Four people injured in Westmoreland drive-by shooting: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica— A 52-year-old mechanic from Manchester is among four people who were reportedly ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/four-people-injured-westmoreland-drive-shooting/
Three Rio officials arrested in connection with Marielle Franco killing: Brazilian police arrested three suspects in Franco’s killing, providing a rare look at ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/24/marielle-franco-killing-arrests-rio/
Penrith are marching to a fourth straight title. Is their dominance killing the NRL?
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Damilola Taylor: Murdered schoolboy's father Richard Taylor dies: Mr Taylor campaigned tirelessly against gang violence after his son's death in 2000.
news.sky.com/story/damilola-taylor-murdered-schoolboys-father-richard-taylor-dies-13076338
Rittenhouse killed two people and bragged about it. Colleges shouldn't host him to speak.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2024/03/23/kyle-rittenhouse-turning-point-usa-college-tour/73069382007/
Long ordeal of disabled, abandoned kids in Haiti orphanage ends: They’re in Jamaica
miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article286880915.html
13 killed in Philippine road crash: At least 13 people were killed in the southern Philippines on Monday after a collision between a dump truck loaded with sand ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/13-killed-philippine-road-crash/
Former Bahamas legislator shot and killed in alleged robbery: NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC)— Former Member of Parliament (MP) Donald Saunders became the 35th murder ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/former-bahamas-legislator-shot-and-killed-in-alleged-robbery/
California man convicted of killing his mother is captured in Mexico after ditching halfway house
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/california-man-convicted-killing-mother-captured-mexico-after-108632601
Live blog: Israel bombs home in Rafah, killing 12 Palestinians in Gaza city: Israel's war on besieged Palestinians of Gaza — now in its 175th day — has ...
trtworld.com/middle-east/live-blog-israel-bombs-home-in-rafah-killing-12-palestinians-in-gaza-city-17557435
Russia strikes power facilities in Ukraine, killing five and causing widespread outages, officials say
pbs.org/newshour/world/russia-strikes-power-facilities-in-ukraine-killing-five-and-causing-widespread-outages-officials-say
Four Moscow attack suspects charged with terrorism: MOSCOW, Russia (AFP)— Four men accused of involvement in the Moscow concert hall attack that killed at least ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/four-moscow-attack-suspects-charged-terrorism/
Burkina Faso's security forces are killing more civilians. Survivors detailed 1 village's massacre
apnews.com/article/burkina-faso-military-junta-jihadis-civilian-deaths-e775658011de4c0b4352f53326f16da3
Digitisation at RGD linked to NIDS project: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The massive digitisation project being undertaken by the Registrar General’s Department (RGD) ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/digitisation-rgd-linked-nids-project/
Stiffer sanctions coming for environmental breaches- Samuda: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Stiffer fines and penalties are coming for environmental breaches ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/stiffer-sanctions-coming-for-environmental-breaches-samuda/
Ecuador mayor killed amid anti-gang state of emergency: QUITO, Ecuador (AFP)— An Ecuadoran mayor was found shot to death Sunday, police said ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/ecuador-mayor-killed-amid-anti-gang-state-emergency/
#Champs2024: St Jago’s Faulknor wins Class 3 boys’ long jump: KINGSTON, Jamaica – St Jago High’s Winaldo Faulknor has been crowned the Class 3 boys’ long jump ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/champs2024-st-jagos-faulknor-wins-class-3-boys-long-jump/
Man admits to ‘killing spree’ of bald eagles to sell their feathers: Travis John Branson is set to plead guilty to charges that he killed more than 3 ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/03/20/bald-eagle-golden-selling-feather/
War on Gaza: Footage shows Israeli drone killing four Palestinian civilians: Footage obtained by Al Jazeera shows an Israeli drone tracking and then attacking ...
middleeasteye.net/news/war-gaza-israel-drone-footage-kill-four
Catherine ‘enormously touched’ by support after cancer announcement: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Catherine, Princess of Wales, has said she is "enormously ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/catherine-enormously-touched-support-cancer-announcement/
Reggae Boyz lose to USA in Nations League semis after controversial late equaliser
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/reggae-boyz-lose-usa-nations-league-semis-controversial-late-equaliser/
Health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says war death toll at 32,333: The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Monday that at least 32,333 people have been killed ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/health-ministry-hamas-run-gaza-says-war-death-toll-32333/
Texas pre-K school bus struck by cement truck, killing 2 and injuring 51, authorities say
pbs.org/newshour/nation/texas-pre-k-school-bus-struck-by-cement-truck-killing-2-and-injuring-51-authorities-say
Customs officer in drug trial interrogated by defence lawyer: KINGSTON, Jamaica - A defence lawyer on Wednesday cross-examined a customs officer who is serving ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/customs-officer-in-drug-trial-interrogated-by-defence-lawyer/
#Champs2024: Excelsior’s Bennett wins Class 2 boys’ 400m final - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/champs2024-excelsiors-bennett-wins-class-2-boys-400m-final/
Champs2024: Alphansus Davis’ Reynolds defends Class 3 girls’ 1500m title - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/20/champs2024-alphansus-davis-reynolds-defends-class-3-girls-1500m-title/
#Champs2024: JC sweep boys’ 800m finals: KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica College’s (JC’s) navy blue swept through the National Stadium as their top athletes ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/champs2024-jc-sweep-boys-800m-finals/
NHT to build one-bedroom apartments as starter homes with ‘buy-back’ clause: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced that the National ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/nht-build-one-bedroom-apartments-starter-homes-buy-back-clause/
Prisoner Review Board member resigns after paroled offender accused of killing 11-year-old boy, stabbing the child’s mother
cnn.com/2024/03/25/us/chicago-death-jayden-perkins-prisoner-review-board-member-resigns/
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#Champs2024: St Jago’s Richards crowned Class 3 boys’ 400m champion - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/champs2024-st-jagos-richards-crowned-class-3-boys-400m-champion/
Guterres says aid to Gaza ‘requires Israel removing’ obstacles: CAIRO, Egypt (AFP)— United Nations chief Antonio Guterres said Sunday in Cairo that delivering ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/guterres-says-aid-gaza-requires-israel-removing-obstacles/
Man accused in killing of pregnant Amish woman in Pa. worked as driver for neighbor: police
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Brazil football bosses break silence on ‘shameful’ Robinho, Alves rape cases: London, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Brazil coach Dorival Junior said the national team ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/brazil-football-bosses-break-silence-shameful-robinho-alves-rape-cases/
Dengue fever outbreak creates public health emergency in Puerto Rico: SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (CMC)— The health authorities in Puerto Rico have declared a public ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/dengue-fever-outbreak-creates-public-health-emergency-in-puerto-rico/
The world in brief: Catch up quickly on the global stories that matter.
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Senegal votes for new president after years of crisis: Dakar, Senegal (AFP) -- Senegal voted on Sunday for a new president in a delayed election that follows a ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/senegal-votes-new-president-years-crisis/
Nearly 5 million animals dead in Mongolia’s harshest winter in half a century, aid agencies say
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Classic and creative Orlando takes for Hot Chicken Day: Nashville-style is the classic, but Orlando's got creative versions, too, for National Hot Chicken ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/28/national-hot-chicken-day-nashville-jam-hot-chicken-winter-park-biscuit-company-king-bao-bubbakoos-burritos/
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