Russian soldier pleads guilty in first war crimes trial of Ukraine conflict
A 21-year-old Russian soldier has pleaded guilty to killing an unarmed civilian, in the first war crimes trial in Ukraine since the war started.
Vadim Shish-i-marin admitted shooting a 62-year-old man a few days after the invasion began. He faces life in jail.
The prisoner was brought into the tiny Kyiv courtroom in handcuffs, flanked by heavily armed guards.
The Kremlin said...
Diana Ross, Queen and Adam Lambert among others set to perform at Queen’s Platinum Jubilee concert
Diana Ross, Queen and Adam Lambert, Duran Duran and Sir Rod Stewart will perform at a star-studded concert to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer, Mabel and Eurovision singer Sam Ryder will also appear in front of Buckingham Palace.
The Platinum Party at the Palace will be watched by 22,000 people live and will be broadcast on BBC...
Inaugural Kromanti Fest scheduled for Portland
The debut staging of Maurice Lee's Kromanti Fest will take place on Saturday(May 21)Â in Moore Town, Portland.
His tour company, Kromanti Experience, is hosting the event, which was inspired by their seven-year anniversary in April and Lee's birthday on Friday.
Patrons can expect to be entertained by artists such as Dre Island, 5Star Celestial, Amlak Redsquare, and two unconfirmed female...
Nick Cannon Teases Possible Vasectomy
After eight children and multiple claims of celibacy, Nick Cannon may be looking to close the factory.
In a recent interview with E! News’ Daily Pop, he revealed that he went for a consultation concerning a vasectomy procedure, which would leave him unable to reproduce.
Nick has had seven children with four different mothers and is expecting an eighth with his...
CARPHA receives support to address infectious disease surveillance in the Caribbean
The Republic of Korea is assisting the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) in developing laboratory systems and networks in Trinidad.
According to CARPHA The US$656,743 US dollars  grant will also aid in developing human resource skills in the health sector to accurately detect, diagnose, and treat infectious diseases.
The Republic of Korea is funding the project "Strengthening Health Systems in CARICOM to...
KEYSHIA KA’OIR TO SUPPORT JAMAICAN BOY
Jamaican born entrepreneur and Gucci Mane’s wife Keyshia Ka’oir is currently in Jamaica.
Keyshia, who has been on the island since last week with her husband and son, has been doing some charitable work in the Duhaney Pen community in St. Thomas. Yesterday, she announced on her Instagram that she has taken a Jamaican child under her wing.
She said, “Met...
RAP MUSIC ON TRIAL
On Monday, the New York State Senate passed a bill limiting the use of song lyrics as evidence in court by prosecutors.
This new bill will develop protection for all artists and content creators, including rappers. Jay-Z and Fat Joe recently signed their names on a letter supporting the legislation intended to secure the freedom of creative expression in New...
TRAVIS SCOTT DONATES 1 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS
After being quiet for some time, rapper Travis Scott is making a bold comeback.
According to TMZ, Scott has donated $1 million in scholarships that will go to 100 students enrolled at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) across the country.
The scholarships are part of Travis' ‘Project HEAL’, which was announced back in March and includes a $5 million donation...
JIMMY BUTLER LEADS MIAMI HEAT TO WIN OVER BOSTON CELTICS IN EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS OPENER
Jimmy Butler's 41-point haul powered the Miami Heat to a 118-107 comeback win over the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals opener.
The Heat trailed by eight points at half-time, but roared into a 76-64 lead, scoring 22 points for the concession of just two in a period of third-quarter dominance.
Butler scored 17 of his points in the third...
AGRICULTURE AND EDUCATION MINISTRIES TO COLLABORATE ON ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL FARM PROGRAMME
As part of efforts to boost food supply for schools, the Agriculture Ministry will be collaborating with the Education Ministry to establish a School Farm Programme.
Agriculture Minister Pearnel Charles Jr. said this will be in addition to projects already being undertaken, by the Jamaica 4H Clubs.
He said the ministry has also partnered with the budding farmers group to help...