Yearly Archives

2016

Dottin admires England’s nerves of steel

FLORENCE HALL, Trelawny — West Indies all-rounder Deandra Dottin says England held their nerve better to secure a thrilling five-run win in the first One-Day International match at Trelawny Multi-purpose Stadium yesterday. England, bowling…

Andy Murray beats Grigor Dimitrov in the China Open final

Andy Murray secured his fifth singles title of 2016 - and 40th of his career - by beating Grigor Dimitrov 6-4 7-6 (7-2) in the China Open final. World number two Murray was seriously tested by his Bulgarian opponent but the Scot ended a…

TV journalist charged with assault, harm and ‎damage

The host of the popular television series Untold Stories, Dale Elliott, was slapped with several charges when he appeared in the Gros Islet District Court Friday afternoon. Elliott was charged with damage, harm, assault and two counts of…

Hundreds bid farewell to footballer Dominic James

His life might have been short-lived but Dominic James made a huge impact on the lives on many. Affectionately called “Delly”, James’ positive impact on others both on and off the field was evident by the hundreds of mourners who turned…

Before debate, Trump defies calls to quit over vulgar video

WASHINGTON/ST. LOUIS-- Republican Donald Trump on Sunday struck a defiant tone in the face of calls for him to abandon the U.S. presidential race, attacking prominent Republicans and saying he has "tremendous support" despite a storm over…

Permanent Secretary In Education Pays Courtesy Call On Nevis

(ZIZ News) -- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Mr. William Vincent Hodge paid a courtesy call to the Ministry of Education in Nevis on Tuesday to familiarize himself with teachers, students and other Ministry officials.…

Fourth Case Of Zika Virus Confirmed in the Federation

(ZIZ News) -- The Ministry of Health on Nevis has confirmed the first laboratory tested case of the Zika virus on the island. According to a statement from the Ministry, the serum sample was sent to the Caribbean Public Health Agency…

Archbishop Desmond Tutu ‘wants right to assisted death’

South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu has revealed that he wants to have the option of an assisted death. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate and anti-apartheid campaigner said that he did "not wish to be kept alive at all costs", writing in…

Nobel Peace Prize for Colombia’s Juan Manuel Santos

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the 52-year conflict with left-wing rebels. The Nobel committee praised him for a peace deal signed with Farc rebels, but rejected by…

Bahamas Grapples With Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew

The Bahamas continues to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, the lethal storm that lashed the chain of islands with widespread flooding yesterday, forcing residents to flee their homes, damaging structures and downing trees and…