World News
June 25, 2024
Kenyan Capital Protests: Police Shoot Dead at Least Five Amid Tax Increase Demonstrations
Kenyan police fatally shoot five protesters in Nairobi amid demonstrations against proposed tax hikes, sparking public outcry over burdensome finance bill provisions. Calls for scrapping controversial tax increases persist.
June 25, 2024
Major Record Labels Sue AI Start-ups for Alleged Copyright Violation in Landmark Case
Major record labels Sony, Universal, and Warner sue AI start-ups Suno and Udio for alleged copyright infringement. Lawsuits challenge AI firms' rights to use music, seeking $150,000 compensation per work.
June 25, 2024
US Prosecutors Recommend Criminal Charges Against Boeing for Violating Settlement on 737 Max Crashes
US prosecutors recommend criminal charges against Boeing for violating a settlement related to 737 Max crashes that killed 346 people. Boeing denies the breach. DoJ to decide by July 7.
June 23, 2024
Trinidad and Tobago Records 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake with No Immediate Damage Reports
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook Trinidad and Tobago near midnight with no immediate damage or injuries reported. The quake was felt across the region, causing power outages in northwestern Trinidad.
June 23, 2024
Trinidad and Tobago Records 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake with No Immediate Damage or Injuries Reports
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Trinidad and Tobago near midnight, with no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The quake was felt in neighboring countries and caused power outages in northwestern Trinidad.
June 23, 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Announces Progress in Military Operation against Hamas in Rafah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces the winding down of heavy fighting against Hamas in Gaza's Rafah, aiming to redeploy forces for defensive purposes and residents' return. US officials question complete Hamas elimination.
June 23, 2024
Deadly Attacks in Dagestan: Gunmen Kill Six Officers, Injure Twelve in Russian Republic
Gunmen in Dagestan, Russia, target police officers, a synagogue, churches, and a police checkpoint, resulting in casualties and ongoing search for assailants. Islamist attacks have occurred in the region before.
June 23, 2024
OECS: A Successful Integration Project Celebrating 43 Years of Progress
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) celebrates its 43rd anniversary as a successful integration project, ranking second only to the European Union (EU) in global integration efforts.
June 22, 2024
Israeli Air Strikes in Gaza City Kill 38 People, Hamas Reports
Israeli air strikes in Gaza City killed 38 people, Hamas reports. Strikes targeted Hamas military sites. Civil defense rescues injured from rubble. EU condemns shelling of Red Cross offices.
June 21, 2024
Brazil Advocates for New CDB President Amidst Transition Period
Brazil pushes for new leadership at Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) following Dr. Hyginus Leon's departure. Secretary Renata Amaral urges governors to address existing gaps and move forward amid challenges.
June 21, 2024
Export Barbados CEO Highlights Growing Trade with Africa, Eyes Ten-Fold Growth
Export Barbados has experienced a notable surge in trade with Africa, aiming for ten-fold growth. CEO Mark Hill emphasizes increasing confidence and trust, focusing on service trade and intellectual property.
June 20, 2024
Encouraging Trade Between Caribbean and African Firms: Insights from Afreximbank's Trade and Investment Conference in the Bahamas
Afreximbank's conference in the Bahamas focused on enhancing trade between Caribbean and African firms, addressing challenges like logistics, scalability, and regulatory frameworks to foster sustainable partnerships and ventures. The event aimed to boost economic prosperity and correct historical barriers, highlighting the potential for growth and poverty reduction in both regions.