Politics
May 31, 2024
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Calls for Accelerated Global Efforts to Support Small Island Developing States in Climate Change Adaptation
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley calls for urgent global action to support small island developing states in financing climate change adaptation. Addressing UN, she highlights challenges and the need for faster progress.
May 31, 2024
Analyzing the Mottley Administration's Justification for Investment in Men's T20 World Cup: A Critical Examination of Ambassador Lynch's Financial Estimates
The Mottley administration's justification of spending borrowed money for hosting the Men’s T20 World Cup in Barbados is analyzed, highlighting flaws in Ambassador Lynch's optimistic return estimates and cost analysis.
May 31, 2024
Opposition Senator Urges Public Inquiry on $50 Million Loan for Kensington Oval Renovation
Opposition Senator Ryan Walters questions government spending on Kensington Oval renovations, citing discrepancies in accounts of $50 million loan usage. Concerns raised at DLP meeting regarding transparency and allocation of funds.
May 31, 2024
Trump Supporters Call for Violence After Former President's Conviction: Review
Following Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts, his supporters flooded pro-Trump websites with calls for riots and violent retribution, targeting jurors and the judge. Threats escalated after Trump's election loss.
May 30, 2024
Trump Convicted in Hush-Money Scheme: Implications for 2016 Election - The Guardian
Donald Trump found guilty in criminal hush-money scheme to influence 2016 election outcome. Verdict from jury of 12 New Yorkers on felony falsification of business records. Perilous political moment for Trump.
May 30, 2024
Donald Trump Convicted on all 34 Counts in New York Trial Impacting 2016 Election - Insights and Potential Ramifications
Donald Trump, the former U.S. president, was convicted of falsifying documents to silence a porn star before the 2016 election. The guilty verdict may impact the upcoming presidential race.
May 30, 2024
Springer Memorial School Incident: Senator Calls for Accountability, Criticizes Cabinet Response
Prime Minister Mia Mottley and Cabinet criticized for not apologizing after a simulated "terror" incident at Springer Memorial School. Opposition Senator emphasizes accountability and child protection in response.
May 30, 2024
Worries Mount Over Government's Commitment to Child Protection Bill Provisions, Independent Senator Expresses Concerns
Independent Senator Andrew Mallalieu expresses concerns that the Government may not prioritize healthcare and education as outlined in the Child Protection Bill, citing a historical trend of neglecting these crucial areas.
May 29, 2024
New Prime Minister Appointed in Haiti Amid Ongoing Gang Violence
Garry Conille appointed as Haiti's new prime minister amid ongoing gang violence in Port-au-Prince. Conille, a former prime minister, takes over as the country faces security challenges and political transitions.
May 29, 2024
Israeli Forces in Rafah: White House Addresses Strategic Move, Civilian Casualties, and Potential US Policy Shift
The White House states Israel's actions in Rafah don't constitute a major ground operation that would prompt a change in US policy. Concerns raised over civilian casualties in recent strikes.
May 29, 2024
PM Mia Mottley Advocates Biennial SIDS Summit for Antigua and Barbuda Agenda Implementation
Prime Minister Mia Mottley advocates for a biennial summit of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) leaders to address challenges effectively. She calls for a governance structure to oversee the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda implementation.
May 29, 2024
Bridgetown Initiative 3.0 Unveiled at International Conference on Small Island Developing States: A Push for Financial Resilience and Sustainability
Prime Minister Mia Mottley launches Bridgetown Initiative 3.0 at international conference to address unsustainable borrowing, debt sustainability, and climate-related shocks in small island nations. Proposed changes aim to reshape financing systems for Sustainable Development Goals and climate action.