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February 6, 2014

Police Updates (February 06, 2014)

(ZIZ)-- Craig Murray of Challengers Village was formally arrested and charged for Dangerous Driving which was allegedly committed on 17th January 2014. A juvenile was formally arrested and charged for carrying abroad an offensive weapon…

Bombings rip Baghdad; deaths reported

(CNN) -- At least six people were killed in bombings across the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Thursday, police said. Four car bombs and two roadside devices exploded in five different areas around the city. Almost all of the neighborhoods…

Suspected bomb on Hong Kong Island prompts evacuations

Hong Kong (CNN) -- A suspected bomb was found Thursday afternoon at a construction site on Hong Kong Island, prompting evacuations in the area, including at hospitals and hotels, police said. Chinese state-run media outlet Xinhua reported…

More than 1,100 migrants rescued off Italy in one day

(BBC) -- Italy's navy has rescued 1,123 people from inflatable boats in the space of 24 hours, as clandestine migration from North Africa reaches record levels. The latest migrants were found in eight boats and a barge about 120 miles…

Syria chemical weapons: Delay claims denied by regime

(BBC) -- Syria says international accusations that it is delaying the destruction of its chemical weapons stockpile are "absolutely unjustified". Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad told the BBC "Syria is doing its best" to comply…

Daughter of late St Lucia PM scores in ‘Top Chef’ final

Castries, St Lucia (CMC) -- The St Lucia Tourist Board (SLTB) has extended "heartfelt congratulations" to Nina Compton-Millar, on her proud representation in the final of the popular American reality TV show ‘Top Chef’ on Wednesday.…

‘Dr Bailey’s book on sex does not disappoint’

Kingston, Jamaica -- Dr Alverston Bailey’s new book, ‘Sexplanations: A guide to discussing Sex & Sexuality in the Caribbean’ should play a significant role in helping Jamaicans to face sexual issues with an open mind, according to…

Kirk Edwards shocked at expulsion from Barbados cricket team

Bridgetown, Barbados -- Former Barbados captain Kirk Edwards says he was shocked at the decision to expel him from the Barbados team for refusing to sign for match kits leading into the NAGICO Super50 tournament underway in Trinidad and…

C’Jahnte and Anihra take gold at CPS

Quite a number of parents and other family members were on hand on Wednesday 5th January to witness the very exciting Infant boys and girls cross country events at the Charlestown Primary School. The athletes commenced at the rear of the…

Narine stars on return as Leewards fall

Shawpark, Tobago -- Captain Dwayne Bravo and former captain Denish Ramdeen choreographed a middle innings revival to compliment destructive bowling from Ravi Rampaul and Sunil Narine as Trinidad and Tobago rebounded with a vengeance to…

NNA to meet Thursday

Charlestown, Nevis -- Less than two weeks since being elected to govern the affairs of the Nevis Netball Association , President Vera Herbert has invited members of her executive team to a meeting. Scheduled for Thursday , the NNA’s…

Results of SKNFA Matches Played on Wednesday 5th February

Premier Division Warner Park Stadium Mantab 3         vs          KFC Trinity/Challengers United 0 (Half Time 2 - 0) Scoring for Mantab Carl Tuitt 21st minute Karae Jarvis 27th minute Jermaine Carey 86th minute Yellow Cards Kenrick…

Basketball Meeting Notice (February 06, 2014)

All members of the Rams Hitters Senior Basketball team are asked to attend a very important meeting on Wednesday 12th February at 7pm at Dorset Park. Players are asked to make a special effort to attend as matters pertaining to the 2014…

Football Notice (February 06, 2014)

This coming Saturday 8th February is going to be a big night at the ET Willet Park as two SKNFA fixtures will be played. Game one will feature one First Division Game with our very own CCC Bath United coming up against Spurs from St.Kitts…