Kenneth Eugene Smith, an Alabama inmate, faces the prospect of being the first person in the United States to be executed using nitrogen hypoxia, a method never before employed. The U.S. Supreme Court has already denied Smith’s request for a stay, rejecting his claim that a second execution attempt following a failed lethal injection in […]
The United Nations has released a distressing report highlighting the dramatic surge in violence and instability in Haiti, painting a grim picture of the nation’s deepening “multidimensional crisis.” UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed profound concern over the escalating gang violence that is severely impacting Haitian lives, particularly in the capital, Port-au-Prince. In 2023, Haiti recorded
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The Government of Trinidad and Tobago, in collaboration with the United States, is taking a significant step forward in the fight against human trafficking by establishing multiple shelters for survivors. This initiative was announced by US Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, Her Excellency Candace Bond, at the launch of the Heal, Empower, Rise Counter Trafficking
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has made a decisive move in managing the controversy surrounding Deputy House Speaker Neil Rowe, who is facing a rape charge. By rescinding Rowe’s appointment, she aims to allow him the space to address his legal challenges while safeguarding the integrity and functioning of Barbados’ Parliament. This decision underscores a crucial
The successful registration of Eric Butcher’s Renault Samsung Twizy in Barbados opens an intriguing chapter for the Caribbean in embracing innovative, eco-friendly transportation. This small electric vehicle, which struggled initially to be categorized by the Barbados Licensing Authority, symbolizes a potential shift towards more sustainable and cost-effective modes of transport in the region. The Twizy,
In a bold and alarming turn of events, Antwerp’s North Sea port, a crucial hub in Europe’s cocaine trade, faced a dramatic incident in November. Three men, armed with knives, breached the port’s security, overpowering customs officers to access a container filled with cocaine from South America. This audacious act underscores the escalating intensity of
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Dominica has announced the suspension of processing new applications for Dominican passports from nationals of Yemen, effective January 19, 2024. This decision, as indicated in a memo from Marie Therese-Johnson, Director of Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Unit, aims to protect the global community and maintain the integrity of Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment Program. The memo
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Canada has announced a significant change in its international student visa policy, aiming to address issues related to housing, healthcare, and the overall strain on services due to record levels of immigration. Immigration Minister Marc Miller declared a 35% reduction in new study visas for 2024, capping the number at 364,000. This decision follows concerns
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The Bishop of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne, Monsignor Pierre-André Dumas, has taken a bold and selfless stance in the face of a harrowing crisis in Haiti. In a remarkable act of sacrifice, he has offered to exchange himself for the nuns who were kidnapped last Friday. This extraordinary gesture comes as the Catholic community, led by
In a candid and emotionally charged appearance on ABC’s “The View,” Vice President Kamala Harris revealed her deep-seated fears about the possibility of Donald Trump reclaiming the presidency. Her comments, coming amidst a backdrop of increasing political polarization and uncertainty, encapsulate the current mood within the Democratic Party and perhaps, to a larger extent, among
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