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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, says the island’s public health sector is undergoing significant changes to meet the needs of Jamaicans ... Show more
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Health sector undergoing significant changes, Tufton says: MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, says the island’s ...
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Health sector undergoing significant changes, Tufton says
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The Sensations singer Bobby Davis dies at 77: Harold "Bobby" Davis, a founding member of The Sensations, died on April 21 at his home in London, England ...
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The Sensations singer Bobby Davis dies at 77
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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 ...
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Bolt named ambassador for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
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Jamaica College top three events at Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, USA— Jamaica College athletes got off to a great start on Friday's second day of the 128th Penn ...
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Jamaica College top three events at Penn Relays
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Brazil football legend Romario announces come-back at 58: RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AFP) -- At 58, Brazilian football legend Romario has quite a resume: World Cup ...
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Brazil football legend Romario announces come-back at 58
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Jamaica formally recognizes the state of Palestine - War on Gaza - War on Gaza: Jamaica announced on Wednesday recognition of the State of Palestine ...
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Jamaica formally recognizes the state of Palestine - War on Gaza - War on ...
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Gov’t failing in response to school violence — Opposition: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Spokesperson for Education, Senator Damion Crawford has accused the ...
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Gov’t failing in response to school violence — Opposition
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Too few doctors trained: Lauterbach warns of serious shortage of doctors: According to Health Minister Lauterbach, 50,000 doctors have not been trained enough in ...
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Too few doctors trained: Lauterbach warns of serious shortage of doctors
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Liverpool reach agreement for Arne Slot to become new manager – reports: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — Liverpool reached an agreement with Feyenoord on Friday ...
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Liverpool reach agreement for Arne Slot to become new manager – reports
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Interim DPP to be named Monday: An interim Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is to be named by the Public Service Commission on Monday ...
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Interim DPP to be named Monday
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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 ...
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ByteDance says ‘no plans’ to sell TikTok after US ban law
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
  • ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.

  • Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.

  • ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.

  • As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
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3 UWI academics chosen for international programme on breast cancer research: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Three academics from The University of the West Indies (The ...
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3 UWI academics chosen for international programme on breast cancer ...
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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 ...
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CAF issues Jamaican dollar bond on international market
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31 athletes named for World Athletics Relays team set for The Bahamas: KINGSTON, Jamaica — World Championships relay medallists Ackeem Blake and Ryiem Forde as ...
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31 athletes named for World Athletics Relays team set for The Bahamas
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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 ...
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Father in custody following suspected drowning of 8-y-o in St Ann
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Hospital reform: This is what Health Minister Lauterbach is planning: The federal and state governments were deeply divided over the hospital reform ...
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Hospital reform: This is what Health Minister Lauterbach is planning
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Cashier allegedly disappears with $900k slated for bank deposit: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — A woman who is accused of making off with $900,000 she received at work ...
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Cashier allegedly disappears with $900k slated for bank deposit
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Farmer accused of hiding gun in pit latrine: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica - A 41-year-old farmer was nabbed after he reportedly attempted to conceal an illegal firearm ...
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Farmer accused of hiding gun in pit latrine
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Kenya military chopper crash kills defence chief, senior officers: NAIROBI, Kenya (AFP)— Kenya's defence chief and nine other top brass died on Thursday in a ...
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Kenya military chopper crash kills defence chief, senior officers
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UPDATE: 30 injured in Portmore toll accident: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Over 30 people, including several students, who were passengers on the yellow Toyota Coaster ...
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UPDATE: 30 injured in Portmore toll accident
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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 ...
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Arteta wants Arsenal to ‘raise the bar’ in Spurs showdown
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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 ...
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Murder suspect turns self in after a year on the run
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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 ...
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Haiti gangs ramp up violence, hope to block governing council’s ...
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Jamaica recognises Palestine as a state: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government of Jamaica has taken the decision to recognise the State of Palestine ...
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Jamaica recognises Palestine as a state
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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 ...
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22 migrants found dead off Tunisian coast since Saturday
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Two injured in collision on Washington Boulevard: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Two people were rushed to hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Washington Boulevard ...
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Two injured in collision on Washington Boulevard
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New head of St James Police reveals plans to revamp police youth clubs: ST JAMES, Jamaica — Superintendent of Police (SP) Eron Samuels has announced plans to ...
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New head of St James Police reveals plans to revamp police youth clubs
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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 ...
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Haiti transitional council sworn in after months of violence
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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 ...
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Scorpions 39-0 at lunch after Red Force enforce follow-on
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Simon Harris becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister at 37: Father-of-two Mr Harris becomes Ireland's youngest and 15th taoiseach as he succeeds Leo ...
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Simon Harris becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister at 37
Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
  • Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.

  • A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.

  • Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.

  • While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
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Dikoloti Won’t Withdraw From BDP Primaries : Refuses to give Serame a free pass Masisi compelled to choose between him and Serame Sources believe he is stronger ...
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Dikoloti Won’t Withdraw From BDP Primaries 
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Trump enters courtroom for landmark New York criminal trial: NEW YORK, United States (AFP)— Donald Trump took his seat Monday in the New York courtroom ...
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Trump enters courtroom for landmark New York criminal trial
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‘Extreme’ climate blamed for world’s worst wine harvest in 62 years: PARIS, France (AFP) - World wine production dropped 10 per cent last year ...
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‘Extreme’ climate blamed for world’s worst wine harvest in 62 years
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Mixed feelings over new duty free threshold: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Lower costs, better access to discounts and a diversified shopping experience are some of the ...
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Mixed feelings over new duty free threshold
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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 ...
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St Mary 4-H clubs hailed for work in the parish
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The Queen’s takes ISSA Corporate Area Girls’ Basketball Championship: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Queen’s School won the ISSA Corporate Area High School Girls’ ...
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The Queen’s takes ISSA Corporate Area Girls’ Basketball Championship
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Caricom welcomes installation of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council: PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti (CMC) — The Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community ...
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Caricom welcomes installation of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council
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Forex: J$156.57 to one US dollar: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Thursday, April 18 ended trading at $156.57 up by 14 cents, according to the Bank of ...
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Forex: J$156.57 to one US dollar
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Government aims to reduce fish import rate: ST ANN, Jamaica – With Jamaica's fish import rate at 68 per cent, fisheries minister Floyd Green says there is a need ...
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Government aims to reduce fish import rate
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Mona High closed for the week after several incidents of violence: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Mona High School has been closed for Thursday, April 18 and Friday ...
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Mona High closed for the week after several incidents of violence
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FBI chief warns on TikTok as US Senate set to back ban: SAN FRANCISCO, United States (AFP) — As the US Senate prepares to approve a TikTok ban ...
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FBI chief warns on TikTok as US Senate set to back ban
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NASA unveils probe bound for Jupiter’s possibly life-sustaining moon: PASADENA, United States (AFP) - US space scientists on Thursday unveiled the interplanetary ...
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NASA unveils probe bound for Jupiter’s possibly life-sustaining moon
Quick Glance: NASA unveils probe for potentially life-sustaining Jupiter moon
  • US space scientists revealed the interplanetary Clipper spacecraft destined for one of Jupiter's icy moons in search of extraterrestrial life.

  • The Clipper spacecraft is set to launch in October and conduct a detailed study of Jupiter's moon Europa over five years.

  • The mission aims to identify conditions that could support life but is not specifically searching for life itself.

  • The probe is expected to operate until 2034 before crashing into another body in the Jovian system to conclude the mission.
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US Supreme Court weighs ban on homeless people sleeping outside: WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The US Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on whether cities ...
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US Supreme Court weighs ban on homeless people sleeping outside
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Taiwan hit by numerous quakes, strongest reaching 6.3 magnitude: TAIPEI, Taiwan (AFP) — Taiwan's capital was hit by a series of earthquakes overnight into the ...
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Taiwan hit by numerous quakes, strongest reaching 6.3 magnitude
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CDB mum on Dr Gene Leon’s ‘immediate effect’ resignation: BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC) — The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) Tuesday remained mum on the ...
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CDB mum on Dr Gene Leon’s ‘immediate effect’ resignation
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Dominican High Court strikes down buggery laws among consenting adults: ROSEAU, Dominica (CMC) — High Court judge, Justice Kimberly Cenac-Phulgence Monday ruled ...
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Dominican High Court strikes down buggery laws among consenting adults
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NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space: WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — China is bolstering its space capabilities and is using its civilian ...
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NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space
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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 ...
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France plans 6,000 police to secure Olympic torch arrival
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‘Disgrace’ of a trial: Trump strains on New York courtroom leash: NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Donald Trump could not have made his feelings clearer: he would ...
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‘Disgrace’ of a trial: Trump strains on New York courtroom leash
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Four pedestrians among latest road fatalities – RSU: KINGSTON, Jamaica— For a third consecutive week road fatalities have hit double digits with 10 people killed ...
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Four pedestrians among latest road fatalities – RSU
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Republic status should not affect Jamaica economically— Malahoo Forte - Jamaica Observer
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Republic status should not affect Jamaica economically— Malahoo Forte - ...
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Musk says X will appeal Australia injunction on church stabbing videos: SYDNEY, Australia — Elon Musk said Tuesday his social media platform X will appeal ...
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Musk says X will appeal Australia injunction on church stabbing videos
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St Ann Chamber of Commerce says traffic congestion impacting goods and services: ST ANN, Jamaica— The St Ann Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over ...
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St Ann Chamber of Commerce says traffic congestion impacting goods and ...
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40 fisherfolk at Discovery Bay Beach certified: ST ANN, Jamaica — Forty fisherfolk based at the Discovery Bay Fisherman’s Beach in St Ann have been certified as ...
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40 fisherfolk at Discovery Bay Beach certified
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Lightning, downpours kill 41 people across Pakistan: LAHORE, Pakistan (AFP) — At least 41 people have died in storm-related incidents across Pakistan since ...
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Lightning, downpours kill 41 people across Pakistan
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Education Ministry ramps up action to attract, retain Math teachers: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The Ministry of Education and Youth is ramping up efforts to attract and ...
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Education Ministry ramps up action to attract, retain Math teachers
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RIM programme implemented across 68 ministries, departments, agencies: KINGSTON, Jamaica — A total of 68 ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) have ...
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RIM programme implemented across 68 ministries, departments, agencies
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Senior UN aid official urges comprehensive response to Haiti crisis: UNITED NATIONS (CMC) – A senior United Nations aid official is calling for a comprehensive ...
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Senior UN aid official urges comprehensive response to Haiti crisis
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Forex: J$156.63 to one US dollar: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Tuesday, April 16 ended trading at $156.63 up by 40 cents, according to the Bank of ...
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Forex: J$156.63 to one US dollar
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Judge denies man’s request to amend bail condition after alleged breaches: KINGSTON, Jamaica— A man, who is said to be a member of the United States army ...
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Judge denies man’s request to amend bail condition after alleged breaches
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Migraine pills to be offered on NHS for first time in boost for 170,000 sufferers
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Migraine pills to be offered on NHS for first time in boost for 170 ...
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Bill to phase out smoking advances in UK Parliament: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — A contentious bill that aims to eventually phase out smoking in Britain ...
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Bill to phase out smoking advances in UK Parliament
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Gov’t committed to executing digital transformation the ‘RITE’ way: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with ...
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Gov’t committed to executing digital transformation the ‘RITE’ way
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Ocean summit wraps with US$11.5b in pledges — Greek minister: ATHENS, Greece (AFP) — An annual international summit on saving the oceans on Wednesday concluded ...
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Ocean summit wraps with US$11.5b in pledges — Greek minister
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West Indies cricket under the microscope: PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — A two-day regional conference on West Indies cricket got underway in Trinidad on ...
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West Indies cricket under the microscope
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20 young people to receive PM Award for Excellence: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Approximately 20 young people will be presented with the 2023 Prime Minister’s National ...
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20 young people to receive PM Award for Excellence
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Macron says Olympic opening ceremony could move from river to stadium if security threat
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Macron says Olympic opening ceremony could move from river to stadium if ...
Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
  • France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.

  • Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.

  • Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.

  • The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
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Parents of US school shooter sentenced to 10-15 years in prison: WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) - The parents of a teenager who carried out a deadly school ...
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Parents of US school shooter sentenced to 10-15 years in prison
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Transitional ruling council finally forms in anarchic Haiti: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AFP)— A governing council tasked with filling a leadership vacuum in Haiti ...
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Transitional ruling council finally forms in anarchic Haiti
Quick Glance: Haiti Establishes Transition Council to Select New PM, Leaders Amid Crisis
  • The decree announcing the formation of the council was published in a Haitian government gazette on Friday.

  • As per the official state journal, despite the expectation for Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign immediately after the council's formation, he will remain in office until a new prime minister is elected.

  • A provision in the decree allows the current prime minister to make the necessary preparations before the new appointments.

  • The council will consist of members from political parties or social sectors, with two non-voting seats reportedly filled by representatives from Haiti's civil society and religious sector.
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MoBay Chamber wants reintroduction of police on bicycles in resort city: ST JAMES, Jamaica— President of the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI) ...
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MoBay Chamber wants reintroduction of police on bicycles in resort city
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US suspends visa service in Haiti: PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti (CMC) — The US State Department has announced the suspension of routine visa services at its embassy in ...
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US suspends visa service in Haiti
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IMF confirms Kristalina Georgieva for second 5-year term: WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)— The IMF executive board confirmed Friday that it had reappointed ...
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IMF confirms Kristalina Georgieva for second 5-year term
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WTO chief urges ‘cool head’ if Trump wins, imposes new tariffs: WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The head of the World Trade Organization on Tuesday called on ...
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WTO chief urges ‘cool head’ if Trump wins, imposes new tariffs
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WHO commends malaria vaccine roll-out in three more African countries: “Today’s launch brings to eight the number of countries on the continent to offer the ...
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WHO commends malaria vaccine roll-out in three more African countries
Quick Glance: Combatting Malaria: Challenges and Solutions
  • Progress in reducing malaria has stalled in recent years, especially in African regions. Pregnant women, young children, and other vulnerable groups continue to have limited access to malaria services.

  • Infants and young children are disproportionately affected by malaria, especially in poorer households in sub-Saharan Africa. Pregnant women are at increased risk of malaria due to immunity loss.

  • Refugees, migrants, and indigenous peoples are also at higher risk of malaria and often lack access to necessary services.

  • Climate change and humanitarian emergencies contribute to making vulnerable populations more susceptible to malaria. Measures like combating discrimination and integrating malaria control interventions into universal health coverage can help achieve a malaria-free world.
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Jury selection stalls in Trump criminal trial: NEW YORK, United States (AFP)— Two jurors selected for Donald Trump's historic criminal trial were excused on ...
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Jury selection stalls in Trump criminal trial
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JSIF to spend nearly $200m on Annotto Bay Coastal Protection project: Government is to spend $197.4 million on the Annotto Bay Coastal Protection project ...
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JSIF to spend nearly $200m on Annotto Bay Coastal Protection project
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Auto-import dealer makes full restitution after failing to deliver: ST JAMES, Jamaica - The proprietor of an auto-import company, who was accused of accepting $1 ...
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Auto-import dealer makes full restitution after failing to deliver