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WiredJA News Team News 19 November 2024

GUYANA | State Ordered to Pay $24M in Landmark Ruling Over Unlawful Police Killing

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, November 19, 2024 - In a stunning rebuke of police misconduct, the High Court of Guyana has mandated the government pay $24 million in compensation for the unlawful killing of Quindon Bacchus, a 25-year-old father whose death exposed deep-seated systemic failures within law enforcement.

WiredJA News Team News 19 November 2024

25-year-old Quindon Bacchus alleged killed by members of the Guyana Police Force

JAMAICA | PNP MP Fitz Jackson Vows to Appeal Court Ruling on Scotiabank's Encashment Fees

KINGSTON, Jamaica, November 16, 2024 - - In a significant ruling that could have far-reaching implications for banking practices in Jamaica, the Supreme Court has dismissed Opposition MP Fitz Jackson's...

WiredJA News Team News 17 November 2024

ANTIGUA | Chinese Control: Controversial Economic Zone Raises Antigua Sovereignty Concerns

ST. JOHN'S, Antigua, November 17, 2024 - In a move that threatens to redraw the economic and political landscape of this Caribbean nation, Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister Gaston Browne...

WiredJA News Team News 17 November 2024

The late Independent Member of Parliament Asot Michael.

ANTIGUA | Political Rift Deepens Over Funeral Honours for Late MP Asot Michael

ST. JOHNS, Antigua — The Opposition United Progressive Party's St. Peter Branch has launched a scathing critique of Prime Minister Gaston Browne's decision to deny a State Funeral to Independent...

WiredJA News Team News 15 November 2024

Political Leader of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Hon. Jamale Pringle, expressed deep concern over the closure of the 25-year-old enterprise

ANTIGUA | Local Business Crisis Sparks Political Debate on Economic Policy

ST. JOHN’S Antigua, November 15, 2024 - The imminent closure of Abbott's Jewellery and Perfumery, a flagship Heritage Quay establishment, has ignited fresh concerns about the state of local businesses...

WiredJA News Team News 15 November 2024

DIASPORA | NY Consul General Hails Jamaica Medical Mission for Commitment to Quality Healthcare

New York, NY - Consul General of Jamaica in New York, Mrs. Alsion Wilson, has hailed the Help Jamaica Medical Mission (HelpJaMM) for its unwavering dedication to "Committed To Provide...

WiredJA News Team News 13 November 2024

Alister Thomas, United Progressive Party (UPP) Caretaker in the constituency of St. John's City West

ANTIGUA | Prominent UPP Politician Embroiled in Defamation Dispute with Prime Minister

The caretaker for the United Progressive Party (UPP) in the constituency of St. John's City West, Alister Thomas, has appealed to the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) and the police...

WiredJA News Team News 13 November 2024

JAMAICA | Opposition Calls for Urgent Action to Address Hotel Workers' Plight Amid workers Strike

Montego Bay, Jamaica. November 12, 2024: Opposition Spokesperson on Tourism and Linkages, Senator Janice Allen, has expressed deep concern following Tuesday's strike by hotel workers at Breathless and Secrets Resorts...

WiredJA News Team News 13 November 2024

Members of the dreaded gangs that have over-run Haiti and making life unbearable for the poor.

HAITI | Gunfire Forces Major Airlines to Suspend Haiti Operations Amid Escalating Violence

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, November 12, 2024 - In a dramatic escalation of Haiti's security crisis, major U.S. carriers have suspended flights to the troubled Caribbean nation after armed gangs targeted commercial...

WiredJA News Team News 12 November 2024

The embattled Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, is to step down amid intense pressure over his handling of one of the church’s worst abuse scandals.

BRITAIN | Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Amid Scandal and Criticism Over Mishandling of Abuse Allegations

LONDON, England, November 12, 2023 - In a move that has sent ripples through the Anglican community, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has announced his resignation, bowing to mounting pressure...

WiredJA News Team News 12 November 2024

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