February 26, 2015
Jamaica Parliament approves ‘Ganja Law’
The much anticipated amendment to the Dangerous Drugs Act was passed in the House of Representatives. The debate on the Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill, often referred to as the ganja law, was piloted in the House, by Minister of National Security,…
February 26, 2015
Mayweather to fight Pacquiao in May
Floyd Mayweather will fight Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas on 2 May in what promises to be the richest bout in the history of boxing. American Mayweather, 37, and Filipino Pacquiao, 36, are considered to be the best two fighters of their generation.…
February 26, 2015
IS Militants Kidnap 220 Assyrians
At least 220 Assyrian Christians have been abducted in northeastern Syria in recent days, according to the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights Thursday. Observatory Director Rami Abdurrahman told VOA Islamic State fighters have…
February 26, 2015
Al-Shabab Targets Somali Presidential Palace
Somalia militant group Al-Shabab carried out a mortar attack at the presidential palace Thursday, and witnesses said one person was killed. Security officials confirmed the attack but did not release any information on casualties. Police said they…
February 26, 2015
Anguilla HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY dissolved and RETURNING OFFICERS sworn-in
The Anguilla House of Assembly has today been dissolved in advance of the forthcoming election as provided for by subsection (2) of section 63 of the Constitution of Anguilla. The election must now take place on or before Friday 24 April 2015. A…
February 26, 2015
Gayle hits first ever World Cup double century
West Indies opener Chris Gayle became the first batsman to score a double century in a World Cup innings when he reached the landmark against Zimbabwe in a Pool B clash in Canberra on Tuesday. Gayle, who might have been given out lbw before he had…
February 23, 2015
DEPUTY PREMIER AND MINISTER FOR EDUCATION, HON. AKIERRA MISSICK BREAKS GROUND FOR LONG BAY HIGH SCHOOL
I am grateful for all of you attending this ceremony today, and recognize my fellow politicians past, and present who took the time to be here to share with the Ministry on this occasion. Regardless of your political persuasion, your motivation to…
February 19, 2015
Pitch Perfect 2
The Barden Bellas are back in Pitch Perfect 2, the follow-up to summer 2012’s smash hit. The comedy is helmed by Elizabeth Banks, co-star and producer of Pitch Perfect, and produced by Paul Brooks, Max Handelman and Banks. Writer Kay Cannon returns…
February 18, 2015
Machel Montano performs ‘Like ah Boss’ to retain Power Soca Monarch title
Trinidadian Soca star, Machel Montano, retained the Power Soca Monarch title during the early hours of Saturday holding off a strong challenge from Neil “Iwer” George and veteran comedienne Nikki Crosby during the “Fantastic Friday” celebrations as…
February 18, 2015
New initiative funded by the FSC assists banks
The Turks and Caicos financial Services Commission (FSC) today announced that a recently set up Committee, made of representatives from all TCI licensed banks and chaired by the Commission, will be meeting tomorrow Tuesday February 17th, 2015.…