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Woman misdiagnosed with HIV still awaiting $8m award from Gov’t
(CMC)-- KAREN Reid, the mother who was misdiagnosed with HIV while pregnant in 2005, is disgruntled over the length of time it is taking the Court of Appeal to hear the Government's appeal of the $8 million awarded to her by the Supreme…
ISIS’ use of children: Propaganda and military training
(CNN)-- ISIS' recent video showing a child shooting a man whom the extremist group claimed was an Israeli spy is the latest example of how the militants exploit children in their propaganda.
As ISIS encourages foreign fighters to bring…
US military helicopter crashes in Florida, 11 missing
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) – Seven US Marines and four aircrew were missing Wednesday after an army helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Florida, the military said.
The UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter was reported missing…
Son of Suriname leader sentenced to over 16 years in prison
NEW YORK (AP) — The son of the president of Suriname received leniency Tuesday from a judge who ordered him to serve over 16 years in prison, about half of the 30-to-life term the US Government sought after he admitted that he offered a…
Man Injured in Shooting at Westbourne Ghaut
(ZIZ News) – The residents of Lower Westbourne Ghaut were shaken up on Monday afternoon when several shots rang out near the intersection with Fort Thomas Road.
Neighbours said they heard about nine shots being fired at around 2:30pm.…
Minister Phipps Encourages Residents to Always Fight for Gender Equality
(ZIZ News) – Minister of State responsible for Gender Affairs, Hon. Wendy Phipps said gender equality and the advancement of women should not be restricted to one day.
Speaking at the International Women’s Day Breakfast and Awards…
Boddie Urges Youth to Take up their Roles as Leaders
(ZIZ News) – Monday March 9th, was observed internationally as Commonwealth Day.
Each year, the second Monday in March is dedicated to promoting an understanding of the Commonwealth of Nations.
This year’s theme was “A Young…
CWC: Pool Stages, Final Week Scenarios
Perth, Australia - In Pool B, Pakistan’s upset win over South Africa ensured the battle for the top four remained wide open.
Pool A
Remaining matches:
Sri Lanka v Scotland, Hobart, March 11
New Zealand v Bangladesh, Hamilton, March 13…
MCPS warm up for InterPrimary
(Sports Page)— The athletes at the Maude Cross Preparatory School, seemed intent on sending warning signals to the other schools, as the build up to the grand Interprimary event scheduled for April 1st approaches.
The school held its…
Green Triumphs at Nevis Academy
(Sports Page)— The Nevis Academy Primary school held its annual sports meet at the Bath Village playing field on Thursday 5th March.
The meet was held under the distinguished patronage of Ms Aileen Brookes.
The children competed in the…
Blackman gives back to CSS
(Sports Page)— There were loud and spontaneous cheers at the Charlestown Secondary school on Friday 6th March.
The students were in an upbeat mood as Headmaster, Mr. Edson Elliot made the announcement that the popular drinks maker and…
Jamaican among nine detained by Bahamian authorities
NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC) – Bahamian authorities say they have detained nine people including one Jamaican on board an 18-foot vessel off the West end Grand Bahama coast.
They said the nine people, including one Bahamian and six from the…
Violent crimes impacting education sector, says Thwaites
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Education Minister Ronald Thwaites says that violent crime has impacted the education sector in a pronounced way.
“Society must decide resolutely that it will protect children from harm wherever they are and to create a…
Ten killed as helicopters collide in Argentina
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AFP) — Two helicopters collided in mid-air Monday in northern Argentina, killing 10 people including cast members filming a French reality show, officials said.
"There are several French nationals among the…
ISIS militants believed to be holding 9 foreign oil workers in Libya
(CNN)-- Nine foreign workers are believed to be in the hands of ISIS-affiliated militants after an attack on a Libyan oil field, according to officials.
Libya's internationally recognized government has blamed "ISIS militias" for the…