October 28, 2014
Sierra Leone angry at Australia visa ban
Sierra Leone has condemned Australia's decision to suspend entry visas for people from Ebola-affected countries in West Africa as "counterproductive" and "discriminatory". The move has also been criticised by Amnesty International. And UN Secretary…
October 28, 2014
Crowds Gather for Funeral of Canadian Soldier
Hundreds of mourners lined the streets of industrial Hamilton, Ontario, on Tuesday to watch the military funeral procession of the soldier shot dead in last week's attack on the nation's seat of government. Corporal Nathan Cirillo, 24, was one of…
October 28, 2014
US Boosts Aid for Syrian Refugee Hosts
The United States said it will provide $10 million in additional humanitarian assistance to help communities in the region hosting the more than 3 million refugees from Syria. U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration…
October 28, 2014
Haiti coach blasts Boyz’ ‘kick and rush’ style
Jamaica's football has been compared to the ineffective English style of play by Frenchman Marc Cheze, who guided Haiti to Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Under-17 Championship honours with a 2-0 win over the young Reggae Boyz in the final on…
October 28, 2014
Cuba builds first church in 55 years
Cuba has allowed construction of the country's first new Catholic church in 55 years, the church said Monday. Experts said it's a sign of improving relations between the Vatican and Cuba's communist government. The church, funded by donations from…
October 28, 2014
Gov’t seeking pardon for J’can jailed in Qatar
Information Minister Senator Sandrea Falconer last week responded to questions raised about what the Government is doing to assist Paul Stephens, a Jamaican in jail in Qatar. Following is her statement which was released to the press: “I have asked…
October 28, 2014
TCI’s National Youth Ambassador Donte Francis congratulates TCI students
TCI’s National Youth Ambassador Donte Francis congratulates TCI students for making it on the CXC Top 10 Regional Merit List2 Turks and Caicos Islanders are among the 411 students on the CXC Top 10 Regional Merit List in 35 subjects – a list in…
October 27, 2014
Automakers increase text options
Talking on the cell phones while driving is illegal in many countries. However, automakers are now keen on integrating text messaging services into their products, increasing the level of technology available to the driver and passengers. The 2013…
October 27, 2014
Keyless cars ‘increasingly targeted by thieves using computers’
Organised criminal gangs are increasingly targeting high-end cars with keyless security systems, a motoring industry group has warned. The thieves are able to bypass security using equipment intended only for mechanics, the Society of Motor…
October 27, 2014
France in new pledge to cut budget deficit
France's finance minister says the country plans to cut its budget deficit by €3.6-3.7bn (£2.84bn, $4.6bn) next year in a bid to meet European Union rules. The minister, Michel Sapin, made the promise in a letter to the European Commission. The plan…