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April 14, 2024
US Imposes Sanctions on Suriname's Ex-President Bouterse for Human Rights Violations
The United States imposed sanctions on former Surinamese President Desiré Delano Bouterse and six ex-military officials for alleged human rights violations in the 'December Murders' of 1982.
April 14, 2024
Democratic Labour Party Shadow Minister Urges Action on Crime Trend Targeting Businesses in Barbados
Democratic Labour Party's Shadow Minister of Human Development & Poverty Alleviation, Matthew Thorne, addresses rising crime targeting small businesses in Barbados, questioning government's commitment to citizen safety amid increasing incidents.
April 14, 2024
Rotary Club of Barbados Announces Recipients of Annual Pride of Workmanship Awards Spanning Health, Education, Youth, and Community Development
The Rotary Club of Barbados honors exceptional individuals and organizations through the annual Pride of Workmanship Awards, recognizing excellence in various sectors and community contributions. President Ermine Darroux-Francis announced the deserving recipients across diverse fields.
April 14, 2024
OAS Condemns Ecuadorian Government Over Mexican Embassy Intrusion
The Organisation of American States (OAS) denounced Ecuador for police intrusion at the Mexican Embassy, escalating tensions over the arrest of former Vice President Glas and comments by Mexican President López Obrador.
April 14, 2024
Police End Investigation into Small Plane Discovery in St John, Confirm Shell Placed Years Ago by Local Resident
Police have ceased investigations regarding the discovery of a small plane in St. John. The investigation concluded the aircraft is only a shell with no engine or wings, placed there by a local resident.
April 14, 2024
Police Discontinue Investigation into Discovery of Small Plane Shell in St John Wooded Area
"Police conclude investigation into discovery of small plane in wooded St John area; aircraft found to be shell with no engine or wings, placed there years ago with no evidence of suspicious activity."
April 14, 2024
US Intercepts Iranian Drones Headed to Israel, UK's RAF Ready to Assist
US and UK respond to Iranian drone threat towards Israel. US President Biden and UK PM Sunak condemn Iran's attack. US officials closely monitoring situation. Iran retaliated for Quds Force Commander's death.
April 13, 2024
US Imposes Sanctions on Former Surinamese President Bouterse and Military Officials for Human Rights Violations
The United States imposes sanctions on former Surinamese President Desiré Delano Bouterse and ex-military officials for alleged human rights violations in connection with the 'December Murders' incident of 1982.
April 13, 2024
Mother Appeals for Help in Locating Missing 14-Year-Old Donisha Thomas
Heartbroken mother Diana Cumberbatch pleads for the return of her missing daughter, 14-year-old Donisha Thomas, as the family seeks public assistance and urges authorities to prioritize locating her.
April 13, 2024
Horrific Stabbing Incident at Sydney Shopping Centre Leaves Six Dead: King Charles III Expresses Condolences
King Charles III and Queen Camilla express horror over Sydney stabbings that claimed six lives. Australian police apprehend and fatally shoot assailant. Bondi shopping center incident prompts condolences and praise for first responders.
April 13, 2024
Sydney Mall Attacker Fatally Shot by Police in Bondi Beach, Killing Six People: Police Statement
Police in Australia shot and killed a man who fatally stabbed six people in a Sydney mall. The assailant was shot after attacking shoppers, with five of the victims being women.
April 13, 2024
Phone Data Links Omar Collymore to Alleged Contract Killer in Murder Trial
Explore phone data evidence linking Barbadian-born businessman Omar Collymore to alleged contract killer in trial over wife's murder. Trial exposes communication pattern and premeditation leading to tragic event.