June 5, 2023
Bahamian authorities detain foreign nationals in possible human smuggling ring
Bahamian officials said they detained 22 foreigners, including two children on Sunday after intercepting a 32-foot vessel in Bahamian waters carrying a United States flag in a possible human smuggling ring. “We are going to remain firm. We are going…
June 5, 2023
Ben Roberts-Smith threatened witnesses in defamation trial, judge says
A judgement in a landmark defamation trial says Australia's most decorated living soldier lied to cover up his misdeeds and threatened witnesses. It also found Ben Roberts-Smith "complicit in and responsible for" the murder of three Afghans. Last…
June 2, 2023
Alison Hammond breaks down on This Morning over Phillip Schofield interview
This Morning presenter Alison Hammond has broken down live on the program while reacting to the departure of ex-colleague Phillip Schofield. Schofield told the BBC he feels his "career is over" following the affair he had with a young male…
June 2, 2023
US adds 339,000 jobs in May
Job creation in the US remained robust last month, despite rising prices and a sharp spike in borrowing costs weighing on the economy. Employers added 339,000 jobs, but the unemployment rate rose to 3.7%, from April's unusually low 3.4%. The gains…
June 2, 2023
TURKS AND CAICOS 3-DAY PUBLIC FORECAST
THIS IS A 3-DAY PUBLIC FORECAST FOR 6:00 AM, TODAY AND TONIGHT, FRIDAY, 2ND JUNE, 2023, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY. GENERAL SITUATION: DEEP LAYERED TROUGHING COMBINED WITH STREAMING TROPICAL MOISTURE WILL CONTINUE TO PRODUCE…
June 2, 2023
US Air Force denies AI drone attacked operator in test
A US Air Force colonel "misspoke" when describing an experiment in which an AI-enabled drone opted to attack its operator in order to complete its mission, the service has said. Colonel Tucker Hamilton, chief of AI test and operations in the US Air…
June 2, 2023
Spanish Grand Prix: Max Verstappen sets pace in first practice
Max Verstappen set the pace in a first practice session that gave little insight into the true competitive picture at the Spanish Grand Prix. The world champion was a massive 0.768 seconds quicker than team-mate Sergio Perez, who trails the Dutchman…
June 2, 2023
Nikola Jokic powers Denver Nuggets to opening win against Miami Heat
Denver Nuggets eased to a 104-93 victory over a disappointing Miami Heat in the first game of the 2023 NBA Finals. Nikola Jokic was the standout player as the Nuggets center picked up a triple-double - double figures in points, assists, and…
June 2, 2023
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS ANNUAL PRIMARY SCHOOL SPELLING BEE
Tianna Kerr of Alpha Christian Academy captured the title of Champion Speller at the Turks and Caicos Islands Annual National Primary School Spelling Bee (NPSSB) held on Thursday, 25th May 2023, at Beaches Turks and Caicos. The Ministry of…
June 2, 2023
PM urges Jamaicans to take precautions as hurricane season begins
With the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season now underway, Prime Minister Andrew Holness is urging Jamaicans to take the necessary precautions to protect life and property. He said that individuals should listen for and adhere to warnings issued by the…