Tucker Clarke Primary School has etched its name into history after capturing its first-ever RAM’s Interprimary School Championships title, capping off a dominant season with a stunning triple crown achievement. The East Basseterre school surged past long-time rivals and defending champions, Dr William Connor Primary School of West Basseterre, in a fiercely contested meet that […]
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Government considers Destiny using existing laws
Attorney General Garth Wilkin has made it clear that the proposed Destiny Project will be assessed strictly under the existing Special Sustainable Zone (SSZ) Authorisation Act, even as the government moves ahead with plans to amend the legislation. “The application that was made was done under the existing Act. That is the law,” Wilkin stated, […]
Kymarni Newton Wins Bronze, Secures First Medal for St. Kitts and Nevis at CARIFTA Games
St. George’s, Grenada, April 6, 2026 Kymarni Newton delivered an impressive performance in the Boys U17 800 metres final at the CARIFTA Games today, earning St. Kitts and Nevis’ first medal of the competition. Newton’s signature late kick in the final stretch proved decisive, propelling him to a bronze medal with a remarkable time of […]
Great Britain: UK Trade Envoy Visits Dhaka To Strengthen Two-Way Trade And Economic Ties
Her third visit to Bangladesh comes at a pivotal time following the formation of Bangladesh’s new elected government in February. It underscores the UK’s commitment to deepening cooperation in trade, economic development, higher education, aviation and defence. During her visit, Baroness Winterton will hold meetings with senior ministers and other government and military officials, to discuss shared priorities for mutually beneficial growth and reiterate the UK’s commitment as a reliable and long-term economic […]
Great Britain: Thousands To Be Supported Into Work As Government Reforms Welfare System
The system inherited from the previous Government encouraged more people to stay on benefits without support to move into work. Reforms coming into force today will change that, tackling perverse incentives by introducing a lower Universal Credit health element rate of £217.26 per month for new claimants, compared to the higher rate of £429.80. Those […]
Great Britain: First Wave Of National Young Futures Hubs Open To Turn The Tide On Youth Services Decline
Young people in eight locations across England are to benefit from the first ‘Young Futures Hubs’ opened by the Government. The hubs, targeted in areas with high levels of anti-social behaviour and knife crime, will: Transform the lives of young people, cut crime and protect communities Divert them away from knife crime and anti-social behaviour […]
United States: Gov. Beshear Signs Legislation on Good Friday To Support Kentuckians With Special Needs
Frankfort, Ky. – On Good Friday, Gov. Andy Beshear signed Senate Bills 69 and 85 and House Bill 562 to better support families who have children with special needs. “I’m proud we’re able to do some good for Kentucky families this Good Friday by signing three pieces of legislation that will celebrate children with special needs […]
United States: Tennessee Highway Safety Office Launches Operation Hands-Free
On Wednesday, April 1, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), divisions of the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, partnered with Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), local law enforcement, and other traffic safety partners for “Operation Hands Free” to crack down on violators of Tennessee’s Hands-Free Law during National […]
United States: Texas Hits New Historic High For Total Jobs
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength and resilience of the Texas economy as the state gained 40,100 nonfarm jobs over the month of January and hit a new historic high of 14,379,500 total jobs. “Texas is where free enterprise flourishes and opportunity abounds,” said Governor Abbott. “That is why Texas is a magnet for […]
United States: Presidential Message On The NCAA College Basketball National Championship Game
Tonight, I join millions of Americans gathering across the country in congratulating the Michigan Wolverines and the UConn Huskies as they compete in the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) College Basketball National Championship. For nearly 90 years, this tournament has captivated our Nation in an epic display of athleticism, determination, and triumph. Every March, […]