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KINGSTON, Jamaica, February 27, 2019 (CMC) – Police are investigating eight murders, over a 12-hour period, after gunmen went on a rampage in Westmoreland, the westernmost parish in Jamaica. “We believe that we have a good idea of what is ...

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, February 27, 2019 (CMC) – A police officer is being questioned, in connection with the murder of a 25-year-old Jamaican woman, after an autopsy showed that she had been strangled. Police had initially believed that ...

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts-Nevis, February 26, 2019 (CMC) – Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, today, underscored the need for closer unity among the 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) grouping, particularly in an environment of instability and uncertainty. Holness, who addressed the 30th ...

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts-Nevis, February 26, 2019 (CMC) – Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders began their 30th inter-sessional meeting, here, today, with a blistering condemnation of the financial services policies of the European Union, and reiterating their belief that Venezuelans alone, must ...

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, February 26, 2019 (CMC) – The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) is warning that the ongoing political situation in Guyana could result in further decline in economic activity and “does not bode well for investors’ confidence”. ...

By Damazo T. Kadengye Guest Writer There’s been a data revolution around the world, driven by advances in information technology and a need for research that responds to complex developmental issues. African countries are also experiencing the revolution when it comes ...

By Rory Magrath Guest Writer Sledging – unpleasant or personal remarks between players – is one of the less savoury aspects of cricket. Usually what happens on the field, stays on the field – but in the third test match ...

By Jonathan Weier Guest Writer With his win in the federal byelection in Burnaby South, NDP Leader, Jagmeet Singh, has an opportunity to put to rest some of his doubters both outside the NDP and, more importantly, within. Now that ...

(NC) — Parents naturally want to help guide their children as they navigate their way through life. No time is this more apparent than in high school, when teenagers are making decisions about post-secondary schools, programs and future careers. With ...

(NC) — Regular travellers to the United States often consider investing in a vacation home. After all, it makes perfect sense — you have a dedicated property in your favourite vacation destination at your disposal any time. And there is ...