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US economic growth for last quarter is revised up slightly to a healthy 3.4% annual rate
apnews.com/article/economy-growth-inflation-gdp-consumers-spending-rates-f7a7def8b17cff965a02c6d531582c49
Wyoming governor vetoes bill to allow concealed carry in public schools and meetings
apnews.com/article/wyoming-gun-ban-schools-meetings-de17e4d0305f966fb48f106211b4702b
Senate passes $1.2 trillion funding package, ending threat of partial shutdown: The Senate has passed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that pushes any ...
apnews.com/article/congress-shutdown-budget-speaker-johnson-85dc1e93f6c49c154c02a166d0e8e784
Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
Thousands protest against Hungary's Orban after former insider leaks graft case tape
reuters.com/world/europe/thousands-protest-against-hungarys-orban-after-former-insider-leaks-graft-case-2024-03-26/
Whakaata Māori celebrates 20 years of telling Māori stories: The broadcaster has survived the last two decades by staying true to its kaupapa, despite challenges ...
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/512948/whakaata-maori-celebrates-20-years-of-telling-maori-stories
#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/
Americans' emotions in the Biden-Trump rematch are uneven, poll finds: Many Americans are unenthusiastic about a November rematch of the 2020 presidential ...
apnews.com/article/democrats-republicans-emotions-election-poll-biden-trump-2d29d5b0be4fe11272ec372542b76b44
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/
‘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 ...
vulture.com/article/one-love-and-the-flattening-of-bob-marleys-radicalism.html
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.
Rent paid by civil servants to increase by up to 100pc, says PS Hinga: PS Charles Hinga said the move was necessitated by the government's lack of adequate ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001492183/rent-paid-by-civil-servants-to-increase-by-up-to-100pc-says-ps-hinga
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/
UWI’s Dr Simone Badal Selected for prestigious breast cancer research programme: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/uwis-dr-simone-badal-selected-for-prestigious-breast-cancer-research-programme/
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/
Over 130 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria’s northwest are rescued after weeks in captivity
thehill.com/homenews/ap/ap-international/ap-nearly-300-abducted-schoolchildren-in-northwest-nigeria-freed-after-two-weeks/
Japan approves plan to sell fighter jets to other nations: Japan’s Cabinet has approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing ...
apnews.com/article/japan-fighter-jet-plan-military-uk-italy-48e8f39c549232fe13ed67ddff0bfac4
Quick Glance: Japan Approves Sale of Fighter Jets to Other Nations
- Japan’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing with Britain and Italy to other countries, moving away from its postwar pacifist principles.
- The decision to allow international arms sales aims to secure Japan’s role in the joint fighter jet project, build up the Japanese arms industry, and bolster its global security involvement.
- Japan is collaborating with Italy and the U.K. to develop an advanced fighter jet to replace its aging fleet, with the goal of exporting lethal weapons it coproduces for the first time.
- The approval to sell fighter jets comes with a revision in Japan’s arms equipment guidelines, permitting the export of coproduced lethal weapons to countries beyond project partners, aiming to defray development costs and enhance Japan's defense industry.
Biden and Trump ask voters if they're 'better off' than they were 4 years ago. It's complicated
apnews.com/article/biden-trump-voters-pandemic-era-economy-inflation-597f4f2f2b2e32d8933802e37ef66913
Quick Glance: Biden Contrasts Himself with Trump Through 'Are You Better Off Today' Question
- President Joe Biden used the 'are you better off today than you were four years ago' question as a new line of attack against former President Donald Trump, reminding voters of the challenges during Trump's term.
- Biden also criticized Trump for his 'bloodbath' comment, emphasizing the need to reject political violence. He redirected the narrative by focusing on the 'better off' theme and highlighted the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
- Furthermore, Biden underscored the progress made since Trump's presidency, including COVID-19 control, the return of 15 million jobs, and stock market recovery. Biden's campaign sees a resurgence of interest in a Biden-Trump rematch among voters.
- The article also mentions Biden's comments on U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and his support for Rep. Colin Allred, positioning Cruz as an ally of Trump. Biden conveyed the message that the focus should be on Trump's intentions and actions, rather than on himself.
State to take significant step towards intervening in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/27/micheal-martin-to-brief-cabinet-on-intervention-in-sa-genocide-case-against-israel/
Quick Glance: Ireland Plans to Intervene in Genocide Case Against Israel
- Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, announced that Ireland intends to intervene in the case initiated by South Africa against Israel under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice.
- Upon government approval, this action will be submitted to the court in The Hague for the case involving Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention.
- The legal basis for Ireland's intervention remains undetermined at this stage.
- Sustained pressure from the opposition led Ireland to decide to intervene in the South Africa v Israel case after a thorough analysis and consultation to address the significant violations of international humanitarian law.
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/
The U.S. and Israel have a ‘major credibility problem’: U.S. officials are carrying water on the world stage for an increasingly unpopular Israeli government ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/25/israel-united-states-credibility-confrontation/
Australia's housing crisis has become a fierce political battle that could have major implications for the next federal election
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-25/australia-housing-crisis-political-battle-federal-election-issue/103625554
Government fails to rush extraordinary immigration powers through parliament: The Senate has rejected the government's bid to rush extraordinary immigration ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-27/coalition-wont-support-immigration-legislation/103638462
More than 70 schools benefiting from STEM Ambassador Programme: KINGSTON, Jamaica - More than 70 schools across the island are benefiting from the expanding ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/more-than-70-schools-benefiting-from-stem-ambassador-programme/
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.
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
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/
Serbians petition against planned luxury project backed by Jared Kushner's firm: An opposition group in Serbia has launched a petition against a real estate ...
apnews.com/article/kushner-investment-trump-nato-serbia-kosovo-1f44cd2eee3c3e40c39f0ca5cbfaa970
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 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/
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/
Nearly 4,000 NSWMA contract workers to receive permanent employment as of April 1 – Clarke
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/nearly-4000-nswma-contract-workers-receive-permanent-employment-april-1-clarke/
Video appears to show French police using aggressive tactics against small boats carrying migrants across Channel
news.sky.com/story/video-appears-to-show-french-police-using-aggressive-tactics-against-small-boats-carrying-migrants-across-channel-13101048
Four killed in Spain as Storm Nelson looms: Four people died after falling into the sea in northern Spain as strong winds and seven-metre-high waves hit ahead of ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/four-killed-in-spain-as-storm-nelson-looms/
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/
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
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/
Taiwan transportation ministry greenlights Tainan MRT Blue Line: Blue Line will run through Yongkang District, East District, Rende District
taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5120643
US fighter jets strike storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen: U.S. fighter jets from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier struck three ...
apnews.com/article/houthi-yemen-airstrikes-military-red-sea-0f9ec3c7f85340f9b7f627b9c863f201
Modi Government Crackdown on Dissent Hits 'Crisis Point' Before Indian Elections: "The growing crackdown clearly shows the authorities' blatant disregard ...
commondreams.org/news/india-elections-2667583541
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/
‘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
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/
Winter gas threat grows in Victoria, NSW as offshore fields dry up: Gas users are in danger of winter shortfalls sooner than originally feared as ExxonMobil and ...
theage.com.au/business/the-economy/winter-gas-threat-grows-in-victoria-nsw-as-offshore-fields-dry-up-20240320-p5fdvb.html
US Coast Guard repatriates Haitian migrants: ST PETERSBURG, CMC – The United States (US) Coast Guard says the crew of its cutter Venturous returned to their ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/us-coast-guard-repatriates-haitian-migrants/
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/
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/
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/
Kingston’s mayor tours sections of Half-Way Tree, engages with vendors for heightened collaboration
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/kingstons-mayor-tours-sections-half-way-tree-engages-vendors-heightened-collaboration/
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/
Big stink at the fish market as ‘greedy’ tenants drag out design stoush: A former fish market boss says the new billion-dollar taxpayer funded building is ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/big-stink-at-the-fish-market-as-greedy-tenants-drag-out-design-stoush-20240312-p5fbui.html
Long ordeal of disabled, abandoned kids in Haiti orphanage ends: They’re in Jamaica
miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article286880915.html
Opposition calls on MOHW to clarify contract details with The Phoenix Partnership
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/opposition-calls-mohw-clarify-contract-details-phoenix-partnership/
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/
‘This conflict would persist regardless of the genders involved’ says PNPWM on Speaker of the House issue
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/20/conflict-persist-regardless-genders-involved-says-pnpwm-speaker-house-issue/
Bolsonaro asks Brazil court to return passport for trip to Israel: BRASILIA, Brazil (AFP)— Former right-wing president Jair Bolsonaro, who is under investigation ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/bolsonaro-asks-brazil-court-to-return-passport-for-trip-to-israel/
10 killed in road crashes during week ending March 22, says RSU: Ten people, including a six year-old boy and two women, were killed in motor vehicle crashes ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/10-killed-road-crashes-week-ending-march-22-says-rsu/
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/
Diddy’s LA mansion raided by Feds: CALIFORNIA, United States — Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) agents on Monday raided a Holmby Hills home in Los Angeles ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/diddys-la-mansion-raided-feds/
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/
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/
UDC urges patience amid Little Dunn’s River access protests: ST ANN, Jamaica —The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is urging patience from protestors ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/udc-urges-patience-amid-little-dunns-river-access-protests/
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/
#Champs2024: St Jago’s Campbell fastest qualifier to Class 3 girls’ 200m semis: KINGSTON, Jamaica – St Jago High’s Shannia Campbell will lead the field into ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/champs2024-st-jagos-campbell-fastest-qualifier-class-3-girls-200m-semis/
Jacob Miller honoured with posthumous IRAWMA lifetime achievement award: Jacob Miller's spirit hovered throughout the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center in South ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/jacob-miller-honoured-posthumous-irawma-lifetime-achievement-award/
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/
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/
#Champs2024: Edwin Allen’s Godfrey leads qualifiers for Class 4 girls’ 70mh semis
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/champs2024-edwin-allens-godfrey-leads-qualifiers-class-4-girls-70mh-semis/
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/
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/
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/
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/
#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/
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