Caribbean National Weekly
Jamaica police report more than 600 firearm-related arrests

Jamaica police report more than 600 firearm-related arrests

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The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has recorded more than 600 arrests for firearm-related offences as it prepares to increase its security presence and operational activity…

Broward schools superintendent recommends closing 10 schools for 2027-28 academic year

Broward schools superintendent recommends closing 10 schools for 2027-28 academic year

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Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn has finalized a recommendation to close 10 schools for the 2027-28 academic year as the district grapples with…

Five Black governors set to make US history, including two with Jamaican roots

Five Black governors set to make US history, including two with Jamaican roots

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Four newly elected Black governors will join Maryland Gov. Wes Moore in office next year, creating an unprecedented moment in US political history, with two…

USCIS to increase certain immigration fees from October 16

USCIS to increase certain immigration fees from October 16

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase certain immigration-related fees from October 16 as part of an annual adjustment to account for inflation. The…

Forde, Jangoo and Mangru land first West Indies contracts; Campbell returns

Forde, Jangoo and Mangru land first West Indies contracts; Campbell returns

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Matthew Forde, Amir Jangoo and Mandy Mangru are among three players rewarded with their first Cricket West Indies (CWI) international retainer contracts, while John Campbell…

Belize reports 19 measles cases in 2026

Belize reports 19 measles cases in 2026

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Belize has recorded 19 measles cases so far in 2026, including four detected in October in the Cayo District, the Ministry of Health and Wellness…

Throp-X conference reports US$150 million in real estate deal flow

Throp-X conference reports US$150 million in real estate deal flow

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The Throp-X Investment Conference has generated more than US$150 million in real estate deal flow since its launch in 2022, with organizers preparing for the…