Caribbean National Weekly
PM Holness, judiciary pay tribute to former Court of Appeal president Justice Ian Forte

PM Holness, judiciary pay tribute to former Court of Appeal president Justice Ian Forte

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed deep sadness at the passing of retired Justice Ian Xavier Forte, OJ, CD, a former president of the Court…

Broward County to host free World Cup watch parties across four matches

Broward County to host free World Cup watch parties across four matches

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Broward County will host a series of free public watch parties as part of its preparations for the 2026 World Cup, offering residents and visitors…

13-year-old philanthropist Jazmin Headley donates JA$1.4 wheelchair to paralyzed Jamaican author

13-year-old philanthropist Jazmin Headley donates JA$1.4 wheelchair to paralyzed Jamaican author

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13-year-old Jamaican-Canadian actress, singer, and philanthropist Jazmin Headley, through her Jazz Me Foundation, has purchased an electric wheelchair valued at approximately JA$1.4 million after learning…

Judge lifts immigration freeze for Haitians, Cubans and Venezuelans

Judge lifts immigration freeze for Haitians, Cubans and Venezuelans

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A federal judge on Friday lifted a nationwide freeze on immigration applications affecting more than a million people from Haiti, Cuba, Venezuela and other countries,…

Simmonds sparks Jamaican charge as Rome Diamond League delivers seven podium finishes

Simmonds sparks Jamaican charge as Rome Diamond League delivers seven podium finishes

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Megan Simmonds produced one of the most memorable performances of her career on Thursday, powering to victory in the women's 100-meter hurdles and spearheading a…

The pressure to ‘man up’ is hurting men’s mental health

The pressure to ‘man up’ is hurting men’s mental health

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June is recognized globally as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to highlighting the mental health challenges faced by men while encouraging open conversations, early…

Saundra Bailey appointed chair of CCRIF Board of Directors

Saundra Bailey appointed chair of CCRIF Board of Directors

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The Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF SPC) has appointed Saundra Bailey as chair of its Board of Directors, effective June 1, 2026, succeeding Timothy…