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How increasing Black representation in healthcare is key to improving outcomes, restoring trust, and closing systemic gaps. By Alwin Marshall-Squire Representation is not just symbolic—it saves lives. In healthcare systems across Canada, the Caribbean, the U.S., and the U.K., the underrepresentation of Black physicians, nurses, therapists, and healthcare executives continues to fuel disparities in care, […]

ST MARY, JAMAICA — Dancehall-reggae duo Deportee and Ricky Ten are back with fresh fire for summer 2025, this time dropping two individual singles on the newly minted Melodies Riddim, produced by rising St. Mary-based producer Zimm. The tracks, titled “Pressure Point” by Deportee and “Melodies” by Ricky Ten, are set for release on June […]

HARARE, Zimbabwe — Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah concluded her inaugural state visit to Zimbabwe on May 21, 2025, marking a significant step in reinforcing bilateral relations and regional cooperation under the Southern African Development Community (SADC) framework. President Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Harare on May 20 and was warmly received by Zimbabwean officials, including Vice President […]

ROSEAU, Dominica – Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit met this week with Mrs. Karin Sullivan, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Dominica and the United States in disaster preparedness and national security. The meeting, held on Tuesday, was also attended by Hon. Rayburn Blackmoore, Dominica’s […]

New York, NY – Hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes marked his 53rd birthday on May 20, 2025, with a heartfelt celebration alongside his children. The Brooklyn-born rapper, whose real name is Trevor George Smith Jr., shared the special occasion with four of his six children, who treated him to a family dinner. THE BLESSINGS DON’T STOP […]

NAIROBI, Kenya — On May 21, 2025, President William Ruto officially bid farewell to Algeria’s Ambassador to Kenya, Boumedine Mahi, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic tenure in the country. The ceremony underscored the enduring and multifaceted relationship between Kenya and Algeria, which spans over six decades. During his tenure, Ambassador Mahi played a pivotal […]

Lancy, Geneva, Switzerland – Reggae and dancehall icon Capleton, also known as King Shango, is set to ignite the stage at the Plein-les-Watts Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Navazza Park in Lancy, Geneva. The festival, renowned for its vibrant celebration of music and culture, will run from July 10 to 12, featuring a […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Former Duke University standouts Toni Payne and Kayla McKenna have been selected to represent their respective national teams in upcoming international friendlies scheduled for early June. Payne, a midfielder currently playing for Everton in the English Women’s Super League, has been named to Nigeria’s Super Falcons squad for two matches against Cameroon […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – In a major leap forward for digital governance in the region, Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew has announced the official implementation of a cutting-edge E-Border system, making St. Kitts and Nevis the first country in the Caribbean to roll out the advanced border technology. We are proud to be […]

SPANISH TOWN, JAMAICA – Prime Minister Andrew Holness has praised the efforts of the St. Catherine North Police Division after learning of a 33.3% reduction in major and serious crimes, describing it as a significant milestone in Jamaica’s national crime reduction efforts. During my recent visit to the St. Catherine North Police Division, I spoke […]