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Guyana Harpy Eagles Triumph in West Indies Championship
The Guyana Harpy Eagles have emerged triumphant once again, retaining their West Indies Championship title and collecting US$250 000 in a thrilling showcase of cricket prowess. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP President of Cricket West Indies, Dr Kishore Shallow, extended his heartfelt congratulations to…
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Saharan dust plume drifting toward Caribbean
Persons with respiratory problems and allergies are probably already beginning to feel the effects of a Saharan dust plume which is expected to result in an increase in dust haze for some Caribbean islands. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Several islands have already issued…
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UK church group issues apology for slavery
The United Reformed Church, based in the United Kingdom, on Sunday issued a solemn apology to Jamaica, the Caribbean, and Africa for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, regarded by many as the greatest crime against humanity. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The…
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New regional news programme launched
A new regional news programme was launched in Guyana on Monday designed to increase the flow of news information about the region with more than 20 radio stations across the Caribbean signing on to the broadcast, the organisers have said. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN…
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Kartel retrial hearing set for June 10
The Jamaica Court of Appeals will begin hearing arguments on June 10 to determine whether to order a retrial for Vybz Kartel and his co-accused in the murder case of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The hearing will last for five…
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InterCaribbean flight to Barbados returns to Dominica after technical difficulties
InterCaribbean Flight 713 to Barbados was forced to return Dominica, shortly after takeoff from the Douglas-Charles Airport, after encountering a technical issue Friday afternoon. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The airline confirmed to Barbados TODAY that the technical issue led to a precautionary shutdown of one…
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Teen boy accused of raping 7-year-old girl behind tree
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP JAMAICA: A 14-year-old boy has been slapped with a rape charge after he was reportedly pointed out by a seven-year-old girl who accused him of assaulting her. It is alleged that about 5 pm on Sunday, March 16, the…
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Connect Caribe Ferry announces intention to partner with CPSO to boost Trade and connectivity within the Caribbean
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Connect Caribe the private sector-led ferry service company launched in January 2024, announced on Thursday April 4th at the CARICOM Private Sector Organization’s (CPSO) stakeholder meeting, its intention to work with the organisation in support of the CPSO’s mandate…
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CariSECURE 2.0 equipping youth to take charge against crime
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Amidst rising concerns over citizen security in the Caribbean, a deliberate effort is being made to empower the region’s youth to step into leadership roles and drive change from within. Through a free, online course by the United Nations…
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Antigua government will focus on improving roads and water over the next 12 months, PM says
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbuda has outlined a strategic focus on infrastructure development, particularly highlighting plans to prioritize roads and water supply projects over the next year. Central to this strategy is the employment of 40…
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British Royal Navy makes multi-million dollar drug seizure in Caribbean
CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The British Royal Navy says its warship HMS Trent seized drugs with a street value of £16.7 million (US$21.1 million) in two separate blows to drug runners in the Caribbean. The Royal Navy said British sailors, Royal Marines and…