KINGSTON, Jamaica, Mar. 26, CMC – Miss Jamaica Universe, Gabrielle Henry, has been released from hospital nearly four months after suffering serious injuries following a fall during the Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand. Dr.-Gabrielle Henry Pageant organisers Mark McDermoth and Karl Williams confirmed the development in a statement to The Gleaner, noting that Henry is […]
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Trinidad: Dramatic sea rescue saves kidnapped woman hours after abduction
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Mar. 26, CMC — A 73-year-old kidnapping victim has been safely rescued following a dramatic late-night operation at sea and a radar alert,after law enforcement intercepted a vessel off the coast of Trinidad in what officials are calling a major breakthrough against organised crime. The woman, Tara Poliah, had been abducted […]
NSWMA Introduces Islandwide Recycling Programme Starting April 6
NIA CHARLESTOWN, NEVIS (March 26, 2026) — The Nevis Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has announced the launch of a new household recycling collection service, marking a significant advancement in environmental sustainability efforts on Nevis. Effective the week of Monday, April 6, 2026, residents will benefit from a comprehensive, house-to-house recyclables collection programme offered free […]
BVI launches first national student government
TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands Mar. 26, CMC -The government of this British overseas territory has officially launched its first National Student Government (NSG), creating a unified platform for student leadership across the territory. Orlandette Crabbe The initiative brings together student representatives from all secondary schools as well as the H Lavity Stoutt Community College, forming […]
Guyana strengthening EEZ security through US partnership – Ali
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Mar. 26, CMC – Guyana is moving to strengthen surveillance and security capabilities within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as it deepens strategic partnerships to safeguard key economic assets and its airspace. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, told reporters that the initiative includes collaboration with the United States […]
US military kills four alleged ‘narco-terrorists’ in Caribbean Sea
MIAMI, Mar. 26, CMC — The Miami-based United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) says US forces have killed four suspected “narco-terrorists” during a targeted maritime strike in the Caribbean Sea. According to SOUTHCOM, the operation was carried out under the direction of Commander Marine General Francis L. Donovan, with Joint Task Force Southern Spear executing what […]
Douglas blazes to 10.98, becomes fourth-fastest Jamaican junior in champs history
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Mar 26, CMC – Holland High School’s Shanoya Douglas etched her name into the record books Wednesday night, scorching to a stunning personal best of 10.98 seconds to win the Girls’ Class 1 100m title at the Boys and Girls High School Athletics Championship at the National Stadium. Holland High School’s Shanoya Douglas […]
Antigua & Barbuda names 14-member team for CARIFTA Aquatics in Martinique
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, Mar 26, CMC – A talented squad of 14 young swimmers has been selected to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the 39th CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, set to take place in Fort de France, Martinique, from April 3-8. The Antigua and Barbuda Swimming Federation (ABSF) announced the team, which features a strong contingent of […]
Opposition Candidate Arrested, Party Urges Public Not to Speculate
The People’s Action Movement (PAM) has confirmed that its Constituency #2 candidate, Nubian Greaux, has been arrested following a police search linked to an alleged controlled substance. Police on Thursday morning said they have not laid any charges against Mr Greaux. In a statement issued on March 26, 2026, the party said the search was […]
Great Britain: Ministers Rip Up Consultation Culture
Ministers working closely with the new Cabinet Secretary order a clear up of Whitehall consultation culture to speed up decision making and deliver for the British people. As the next step in a wider programme of clearing out Whitehall’s layers of unnecessary bureaucracy, Ministers have today announced immediate measures that will: End the introduction of […]