Britain has designated Microsoft, Google, Amazon and Oracle as critical third-party suppliers to its financial sector.
The move places the cloud providers under direct regulatory oversight to strengthen cyber resilience and reduce disruption risks.
Britsish – Jamaican Actor Micheal Ward Cleared of Rape and Sexual Assault Charges After London Trial
British-Jamaican actor Micheal Ward was found not guilty on Friday of rape, sexual assault and related charges following a trial at London’s Snaresbrook Crown Court over allegations dating back to 2023.
The 28-year-old Top Boy star broke down in tears after the jury’s verdict, having maintained throughout the case that the encounter was consensual.
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Authorities say that man shot by ICE in Houston Texas was not the intended target
A Mexican man fatally shot by US immigration agents in Houston was not the intended target, officials said.
Authorities said agents mistook Lorenzo Salgado Araujo for another suspect during a traffic stop.
Oblique Seville storms to Victory in Men’s 100m in Monaco Diamond League
Jamaican sprinter Oblique Seville stormed to victory in the men’s 100m at the Monaco Diamond League.
Seville clocked an impressive 9.88 seconds (+0.2) to take the win.
Nominations are in for the 2026 Emmys
The nominations are out for the 2026 Emmy Awards, and it’s HBO’s medical drama The Pitt leading the pack with an impressive 25 nominations in its first eligible season, making it the frontrunner in the drama categories.
Ayetian’s Jampak hits streaming
The latest by dancehall artiste Ayetian is released today, the 14-track mixtape Jampak.
Kemar McGreggor drops For You with a star-studded ensemble
Jamaican-American producer Kemar McGreggor has released ‘For You ‘, dancehall’s latest large ensemble song featuring stars Elephant Man, D’Yani, Tifa, Shaniel Muir, Vanessa Bling, Stefflon Don, Kraff and Pamputtae, and headlined by Beenie Man and rapper Snoop Dogg.
Jamaica Sends Humanitarian Aid to Earthquake-Hit Venezuela
Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith has announced that Jamaica is providing humanitarian assistance to Venezuela following devastating earthquakes that caused widespread loss of life, injuries and displacement.
She said the aid reflects Jamaica’s appreciation for Venezuela’s support after Hurricane Melissa and highlights the countries’ longstanding ties.
Egypt Calls for FIFA Probe into World Cup Refereeing Decisions
The Egyptian Football Association has asked FIFA to investigate the refereeing team after Egypt’s World Cup last-16 defeat by Argentina, claiming there were “double standards” in officiating.
Egypt protested decisions including a disallowed Mostafa Zico goal and a missed penalty appeal involving Mohamed Salah during Argentina’s 3-2 win.
St Elizabeth Leaders Question NaRRA’s Role in National Rebuilding
Leaders of the St Elizabeth Homecoming Foundation have questioned NaRRA’s role as the lead agency for Jamaica’s post-Hurricane Melissa rebuilding, arguing that the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is better equipped for the task.
Ambassador Byron Blake criticised NaRRA’s slow development, saying the agency lacks a clear plan and will take too long to become fully operational.