Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...
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Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
How the Cultures of Trinidad Transformed an Islamic Festival: Indentured Indian workers brought the Shiite ritual of Muharram from overseas ...
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Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline
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Haiti's death toll rises as international support lags, UN report says: More than 2,500 people were killed or injured in gang violence in Haiti from January ...
reuters.com/world/americas/haitis-death-toll-rises-international-support-lags-un-report-says-2024-04-19/
Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort : Democrats, including President Biden’s campaign, have been eager to promote reports that former ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/19/biden-trump-court-sleeping/
Parents question DLP selection criteria in school: PETALING JAYA: The Dual Language Programme (DLP) is in the limelight again. This time ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/20/parents-question-dlp-selection-criteria-in-school
The police in St James have revealed that they now have in custody a 14-year-old Irwin High School student in relation to the murder of 15-year-old Raneil ... Show more www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/update-schoolboy-taken-custody-alleged-murder-schoolmate/
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/
Poland’s Allure for Tajikistan’s Exiles: Despite recent right-wing populist rule, Warsaw has become a base for the Central Asian country’s refugees and political ...
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Quick Glance: Poland's Appeal for Tajikistan's Exiles
- Asliddin Sherzamonov sought refuge from the oppression in Tajikistan and found a new home in Poland, along with many Pamiris, an ethnic minority.
- Pamiris practice Ismailism, a sect of Shia Islam, and have independent leaders who often hold more influence than state authorities.
- The National Alliance of Tajikistan, a coalition of opposition parties and groups, operates from Warsaw against President Rahmon's regime.
- Poland has emerged as a key hub for the Tajik opposition in Europe, hosting political leaders, independent journalists, and activists working against Rahmon's rule.
Ecuador president declares state of emergency over energy crisis: Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa declared a second state of emergency on Friday over an energy ...
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LIVE: White House daily briefing
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and national security adviser Jake Sullivan conduct briefing after explosions ... Show more #Reuters #live #news #Whitehouse #karinejeanpierre #Israel #Iran #MiddleEast www.reuters.com/
Dozens detained as NYPD breaks up pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University: At least 30 people were detained by New York Police Department officers ...
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Quick Glance: Over 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested at Columbia Campus
- Columbia President Shafik authorized the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters on the campus.
- Protests were against Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Demonstrators violated school rules by holding unauthorized protests.
- Protests demanded a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and university divestment.
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2 suspects detained in Poland after last month's attack on a Navalny ally in Lithuania
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Quick Glance: Suspects Arrested in Poland After Attack on Navalny Ally Volkov
- Two individuals were detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Leonid Volkov, an exiled associate of the late Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, as stated by the Lithuanian President on Friday.
- Volkov, who has been living in exile since Moscow labeled Navalny's organizations as 'extremist' in 2021, was assaulted with a hammer outside his residence in Vilnius, Lithuania, resulting in a broken arm in mid-March.
- The alleged attackers have been apprehended in Poland and are set to be transferred to Lithuania after the conclusion of legal proceedings, according to statements made by the Lithuanian President to reporters.
- Expressing gratitude, the Lithuanian President commended the Republic of Poland for its exceptional work and the outstanding collaboration in relation to this incident.
Following a crushing election defeat for President Yoon Suk Yeol's ruling party, South Korea's government announced a compromise in its medical reform plans in ... Show more reut.rs/3W5zPvm
Community gathers for funeral of beloved Newport man: Hundreds lined the streets of Newport today to celebrate the life of the beloved Tank Oo ...
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Community gathers to mourn beloved man who died in crash: A large funeral is set to take place this morning to mourn a man who died in a crash on Usk road.
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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/
Melania Trump says US ‘must unite’: Melania Trump is making a pitch for unity and says the “safety” of Americans would be her prime concern if her husband ...
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Trump loses bid to halt Jan. 6 civil cases: Donald Trump has lost a bid to pause a string of lawsuits accusing him of inciting the U.S. Capitol attack ...
apnews.com/article/trump-capitol-riot-jan-6-civil-lawsuits-7f80a140e728247ea5ec8db9d4d46eb2
Togo parliament approves contested constitutional reforms: Lawmakers in Togo approved changes to its constitution on Friday linked to presidential term limits ...
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Venezuela oil sector hit by loss of its widest US license: Venezuela's loss of a key U.S. license that allowed it to export oil to markets around the world and ...
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Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.
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Amid increased pressure, Hamas leadership mulls leaving Qatar | LIVE UPDATES: Haniyeh, the top Hamas official in Qatar, to meet with Turkey’s Islamist president ...
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Keoni Greaves from Trinity College performs "What a Wonderful World" during the Ministry of Education's "On the Pavers" concert ... Show more
Greek bartenders win Havana Club cocktail competition in Cuba: A Greek mixologist duo, made up of Panos Minoudis and Andreas Giaprakas, has won a €10 ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236797/greek-bartenders-win-havana-club-cocktail-competition-in-cuba/
Venezuela opposition backs Gonzalez as presidential candidate: Venezuela's major opposition coalition will back Edmundo Gonzalez as its unity presidential ...
reuters.com/world/americas/venezuela-opposition-backs-gonzalez-presidential-candidate-2024-04-20/
Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.
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WATCH LIVE: Biden delivers remarks during campaign event at IBEW union conference
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Brazil's Lula recognizes two more Indigenous lands, but postpones four others: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva officially recognized two more ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-lula-recognizes-two-more-indigenous-lands-postpones-four-others-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Brazil's Lula Recognizes Two More Indigenous Lands, Postpones Four Others
- Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva officially recognized two more Indigenous territories on Thursday, but decided not to sign off on four others because they still need to be cleared by people currently occupying them.
- The recognition grants the territories legal protection as reservations to be defended against invasions by illegal loggers, gold miners, and cattle ranchers.
- Lula has recognized 10 Indigenous territories since taking office in January 2023 for his third non-consecutive term.
- He stated that some state governors had asked for more time to resolve the issue, and acknowledged that his decision might frustrate some Indigenous people, but he needs to be cautious and provide them with alternative solutions.
Students at the Irwin High School in James are now undergoing counselling following the death of one of their schoolmates on Thursday ... Show more www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/irwin-high-student-dies-stab-wound-attack-schoolmates/
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav 2023 Pay Package Rises to $50M: David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, had a 2023 pay package worth ...
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Quick Glance: GOP's Financial Woes Resolved?
- After positive fundraising headlines for Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee (RNC), it seems the campaign is back on track, but the expenses for success were immense.
- While the Trump-RNC Joint Fundraising Committee, 'Trump 47 Victory', raised millions of dollars, only a fraction of it went towards political activities, exacerbating the financial crisis of the RNC.
- In comparison, the Biden-DNC committee, 'Biden Victory', was able to more effectively redirect funds and financially support Democratic parties in the states.
- A decision by the Federal Election Commission allowed the RNC to use funds from their 'legal' account for campaign advertising, temporarily easing the party's financial crisis but with long-term implications for both parties.
Trump’s increasingly charged criminal trial: This case was always bound to have major political implications. Here’s what we can say so far.
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
ECB's Lagarde says inflation more likely to ease but risks both ways: Euro zone inflation is likely to decline further and the European Central Bank may cut ...
reuters.com/markets/rates-bonds/ecbs-lagarde-says-inflation-more-likely-ease-risks-both-ways-2024-04-19/
Juan Soto crushes 3-run blast in Yankees’ series-opening win over Rays: Clarke Schmidt's command also improved as he threw a career-high 102 pitches.
nydailynews.com/2024/04/19/juan-soto-3-run-blast-yankees-win-rays/
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/
West Ham's Antonio hits out at officials after Europa exit: West Ham United forward Michail Antonio criticised the refereeing in Thursday's Europa League ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/west-hams-antonio-hits-out-officials-after-europa-exit-2024-04-19/
The Kennedys are endorsing Biden, not their family member RFK Jr.: The Kennedys have been critical of Robert F. Kennedy's third-party run, which has the ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245530551/kennedy-family-endorse-biden-not-rfk
Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia
- President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.
- The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.
- Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.
Opinion | Gaza Is Biden’s War Now: The president didn’t start the war in the Middle East. But now it could define his campaign — and his legacy.
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/opinion/biden-gaza-war.html
Reigning 400m world champion Antonio Watson has expressed his eagerness to break the sub-44 barrier this season, believing that once he is injury-free ... Show more www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/just-getting-started/
India begins voting in gigantic election as Modi seeks historic third term: The first of India's almost one billion voters cast ballots on Friday in the ...
reuters.com/world/india/india-votes-gigantic-election-modi-seeks-historic-third-term-2024-04-18/
U.S. vetoes proposal to give Palestinians full UN membership, 12 of 15 member countries vote in favor
haaretz.com/middle-east-news/palestinians/2024-04-19/ty-article/u-s-vetoes-un-resolution-to-recognize-palestinian-state-as-full-member/0000018e-f31e-dea6-ab9e-f39f36f70000
Danyelle’s Despair
The mother of one of several babies who died at the Port of Spain General Hospital is struggling to come to terms with the tragedy ... Show more
Ukraine weapons package ‘ready to go’ once aid bill clears Congress: It will take less than a week, U.S. officials say, for a resupply of some weapons to reach ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/19/ukraine-us-weapons-house-aid-bill/
The Ministry of Justice says the government will be appealing the court ruling against the extension of Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Paula Llewellyn’s ... Show more www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/govt-appeal-constitutional-court-ruling-dpps-extension/
TV and film jobs may never fully recover post-pandemic, strikes, says Teamsters president
cnbc.com/2024/04/19/expect-less-tv-and-film-jobs-going-forward-says-teamsters-president.html
Ecuador set to vote to approve raft of security measures in Sunday referendum: Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa looks set to win a referendum on Sunday that asks ...
reuters.com/world/americas/ecuador-set-vote-approve-raft-security-measures-sunday-referendum-2024-04-19/
Meghan Markle: Royal prankster hijacks Duchess of Sussex lifestyle brand and redirects to site for rival King Charles jam
independent.co.uk/life-style/royal-family/meghan-markle-american-riviera-orchard-waitrose-charles-b2531337.html
Fed's Bostic says he is not in a 'mad dash hurry' on rate cuts: Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic on Thursday said inflation is going to return to ...
reuters.com/markets/us/feds-bostic-says-he-is-not-mad-dash-hurry-rate-cuts-2024-04-18/
U.S. resumes deporting Haitians as country faces broad gang violence: The Biden administration sent about 50 Haitians back to their country on Thursday marking ...
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Quick Glance: US Deports Haitians Amid Violence and Instability
- Despite the increase in deadly gang violence and widespread instability in Haiti, the United States has deported dozens of Haitian citizens back to their country on a deportation flight.
- The flight, which departed from Louisiana and made a stop in Miami, Florida, was the first deportation flight to Haiti since January.
- Following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise in July 2021, Haiti has faced widespread gang violence in recent years.
- Pressure is mounting on the United States to halt deportations to Haiti amid the crisis and extend the TPS program for Haiti.
South Korea's government announced a compromise in its medical reform plans in a bid to end a two-month walkout by doctors ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-set-adjust-medical-reforms-bid-end-walkout-say-media-reports-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: South Korea adjusts medical school quotas to resolve walkout
- Government to let medical schools determine admissions to end junior doctor strike.
- Acceptance of proposal to reduce increase in medical school admissions by up to 50%.
- Dispute over adding 2000 more physicians by 2035, with 32 medical schools allowed to lower quotas for 2022.
- President Yoon advocates for more doctors, while protesting physicians demand better working conditions and criticize government's approach.
Night-time streets off-limits for youth in Frances Guadeloupe. Heres why: Night-time streets off-limits for youth in Frances Guadeloupe. Heres why
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Democrats in Trump Districts Are Outraising Republicans in Biden Districts: Campaign committees for the five Democrats who represent districts that voted for ...
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Russia will attack NATO if Ukraine falls, Mike Pence warns - National | Globalnews.ca
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GOP impeachment efforts hit brick wall: Republican impeachment efforts against President Biden and his Cabinet appear to have hit a brick wall after the Senate ...
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More Americans worried about climate change, but few think Biden's climate law will help, AP-NORC poll says
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Haitian groups seek billions in reparations from France: France should repay billions of dollars in reparations to Haiti to cover a debt formerly enslaved people ...
reuters.com/world/americas/haitian-groups-seek-billions-reparations-france-2024-04-18/
Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.: Democrats are taking extraordinary steps to prevent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from hindering their efforts to ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4606148-rfk-jr-robert-f-kennedy-jr-nicole-shanahan-libertarian-democrats-joe-biden-donald-trump/
Recording artist Bahamian Trae’s 2015 hit song “You Can't Muggle Like Me" has found a whole new fan base across The Bahamas and the Caribbean ... Show more
Comer denounces Greene’s motion to vacate Speaker: ‘Not the right business model’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4606860-comer-denounces-greene-motion-to-vacate-speaker/
Probe: Kaduna Speaker warns Bello El-Rufai against threatening lawmakers
In response to these actions, the statement said threats and intimidation from any ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/687080-probe-kaduna-speaker-warns-bello-el-rufai-against-threatening-lawmakers.html
Ukraine Aid Bill Clears Critical Hurdle in the House as Democrats Supply the Votes
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/us/politics/congress-vote-ukraine-bill-house.html
Jesse Ventura claims he could beat Biden, Trump in hypothetical match-up: Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura (I) said he could beat both President Biden and ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4603958-jesse-ventura-claims-he-could-beat-biden-trump-in-hypothetical-matchup/
A reputed enforcer within the Clansman gang, 'Termite', was reportedly killed in a shootout with the police on Friday night. 'Termite' ... Show more jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20240419/reputed-clansman-enforcer-termite-killed-st-catherine #GLNRToday
Columbia president tries to give Congress 'right' answers on fighting antisemitism
haaretz.com/jewish/2024-04-18/ty-article/.premium/columbia-president-tries-to-give-congress-right-answers-on-fighting-antisemitism/0000018e-edb8-d5d5-a59f-eff9f72d0000
The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) wants People's National Party (PNP) Westmoreland Western aspirant Ian Hayles to withdraw and apologise for marking claims about ... Show more jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20240419/jlp-chides-ian-hayles-over-water-tank-distribution-claims-demands-apology #GLNRToday
🔴 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the Middle East is 'on a precipice' and has called on the international community to stop 'any actions ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/israels-war-on-gaza-live-us-veto-at-un-unfair-unethical-pa-president
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Stephen A. Smith slams Trump hush money trial: ‘I want him to lose the right way’
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4604091-stephen-a-smith-slams-trump-hush-money-trial-i-want-him-to-lose-the-right-way/
LGBT Ghanaians await court ruling on restrictive new law: Members of Ghana's LGBT community and activists are waiting to see whether the West African country's ...
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Quick Glance: Court Decision Expected on Restrictive New Law
- A gay couple, Suleman, 30, an entrepreneur, and Kwame, 30, a student, discuss the passage of Ghana's anti-LGBT bill with Reuters on March 17, 2024.
- Parliament passed a law that would further restrict the rights of the LGBT community. President Akufo-Addo has delayed signing it, citing two pending challenges at the Supreme Court.
- Fear of worsening persecution of LGBT individuals and uncertainty about the law's broader social impact weigh on the community and activists in Ghana.
- Homophobia is pervasive, and the enactment of the new law could lead to increased violence against LGBT individuals as the President hesitates to sign, triggering political controversies.
A fiery celebration at bulls festival: EVERY year, just before spring, hundreds of giant papier-mâché bulls stuffed with fireworks are erected in the front yards ...
thestar.com.my/news/focus/2024/04/19/a-fiery-celebration-at-bulls-festival
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