World News
April 20, 2024
Haiti Gang Violence: Over 2,500 Killed or Injured, UN Office Reports Rising Insecurity
"The United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) reports a 53% rise in gang violence casualties in the first three months of the year, with over 2,500 killed or injured."
April 20, 2024
Israeli Airstrike in Southern Gaza Claims Lives of Nine, Including Six Children
Israeli airstrike in Gaza kills nine, including six children. Hospital records confirm casualties. House hit in Rafah amid ongoing conflict; Israel targets Hamas militants. Situation prompts global outcry for restraint.
April 20, 2024
Prime Minister Mia Mottley and UN Official Raise Concerns on Debt Restructuring Challenges for Small Island Developing States at Global Summit
Prime Minister Mia Mottley and UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed address challenges facing Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in debt restructuring and service provision during a Global Inclusive Growth Summit talk.
April 20, 2024
Barbados to Recognize Palestine as a State While Maintaining Relationship with Israel, Foreign Minister Symmonds Announces
Barbados is planning to recognize Palestine as a state alongside its alliance with Israel following discussions initiated by Foreign Minister Kerrie Symmonds to support a two-state solution.
April 18, 2024
Google Fires 28 Workers Involved in Protests Against Israeli Government Deal
Google has dismissed 28 workers for protests against their partnership with the Israeli government. The deal involves providing cloud computing and AI infrastructure through Project Nimbus.
April 18, 2024
US Suspends Routine Visa Services in Haiti Embassy Amid Escalating Gang Violence
The US Embassy in Haiti suspends routine visa services due to increased gang violence. Expedited non-immigrant visa appointments accepted for medical emergencies. Immigrant visa appointments suspended. American Citizen Services continue.
April 18, 2024
Barbados Supports Two-Year Work Plan for International Tax Task Force Addressing Climate Change Financing
Barbados supports a new International Tax Task Force work plan, aiming to mobilize additional climate change financing from various industries and individuals. Collaboration with other countries to explore innovative tax strategies.
April 18, 2024
Proposed Creation of International Tribunal for Reparations Claims from Atlantic Slave Trade Addressed by CARICOM Ambassador
Ambassador to CARICOM David Comissiong proposes the establishment of a special international tribunal to address reparations claims from the Atlantic slave trade at a UN advisory body meeting.
April 18, 2024
Ukraine Prime Minister Warns of Potential 'Third World War' Over Conflict with Russia and Urges US Congress for Aid Approval
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal warns of potential Third World War if Ukraine loses to Russia, urges US Congress to pass $61bn foreign aid bill. Proposal includes funding for Israel and the Indo-Pacific.
April 17, 2024
Haiti Names Transitional Presidential Council Members, Progresses Towards Fresh Elections Amid Crisis
Haiti names Transitional Presidential Council (CPT) members paving the way for fresh elections amid political and socio-economic crisis. Prime Minister plans to step down upon CPT installation.
April 17, 2024
Hayley Matthews Makes History as Wisden's Leading T20 Cricketer, Breaks Records
Discover the remarkable achievements of Hayley Matthews, the first woman recognized as the top T20 cricketer by Wisden, holding multiple records and impressively leading the West Indies women’s cricket team.
April 17, 2024
Minister Lisa Cummins Urges Small Island Developing States to Champion Energy Transition and Climate Action
Minister of Energy and Business Development Senator Lisa Cummins emphasizes the importance of small island developing states uniting for energy transition and climate action during SIDS Ministerial Meeting at IRENA Assembly.