BY GERMAINE KWESI
In a shocking incident, Jabari Johnson, a popular TikTok personality known as '1babaskenng,' was fatally shot while live streaming on the platform in St Andrew, Jamaica. The incident occurred near Queenie's Snack Shop on Red Hills Road, where Johnson was approached by a masked individual dressed in black. The assailant opened fire at close range, striking Johnson multiple times in the head and upper body.
@forensicsdailynews A Jamaican TikTok streamer was #shot and #killed on Red #Hills Road while live-streaming on the popular #social #media #app on #Monday #evening. The deceased was identified as ‘1babaskenng’. In the #video, Baba #Skeng can be seen......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Shots fired as Guyana's Police use non-lethal rounds at protesters, amid scenes of chaos outside the Georgetown Public Hospital
Georgetown, Guyana - The situation in Guyana continues to deteriorate as protests intensify following the tragic death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge. Demonstrators have gathered at Thomas East and Middle Street, outside the Georgetown Public Hospital in the capital, where Adrianna's autopsy is being conducted. Riot police have also assembled at the location, attempting to contain the unrest.
Credit: iNews Guyana
Social media footage shows chaotic scenes, with missiles being thrown by protesters and riot police responding with force.......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
The tragic and suspicious death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge at the Double Day Hotel has ignited a firestorm of outrage, laying bare the systemic failures and deep-seated corruption within the Guyana Police Force (GPF). As protests rage across Georgetown, the public’s fury is not just directed at the hotel but at the very institutions meant to uphold justice.
Adrianna’s body was discovered in the hotel pool under circumstances that scream foul play. Visible injuries on her face and body suggest she was assaulted before her death. Yet, the GPF’s response has been marked by negligence, incompetence, and outright deception. Their initial claim......
Georgetown, Guyana – April 25, 2025 – Grief has quickly morphed into outrage in Georgetown following the mysterious death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, who was found in a swimming pool at the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen on the Essequibo side of the Demerara. Her lifeless body was discovered in the hotel’s pool, with visible marks of violence on her face and body raising serious suspicions of foul play. The incident has sparked nationwide outrage and protests.
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Adrianna’s heartbroken father, speaking to the media amidst the chaos, voiced his anguish over the mysterious circumstances of her death and the lack of care shown by Police after......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – In a disturbing escalation of its immigration policies, the Dominican Republic is now reportedly targeting the most vulnerable: pregnant Haitian women and mothers cradling their new-born babies, snatched from hospital beds in a brutal crackdown on undocumented migrants. Eyewitness accounts paint a horrifying picture of vulnerable women, seeking or having just received critical medical care, being ripped from hospital beds and thrust into detention, facing imminent deportation.
Just days ago, on Monday, April 21st, a staggering 87 women and 48 children were swept up in ruthless hospital raids. The chilling reality is that over......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – The Carifta Games Under-20 Male 100m finals witnessed one of the most dramatic turnarounds in recent memory, culminating in a stunning gold medal victory for Jamal Stephenson. Stephenson, initially disqualified from the race due to a little-known height regulation, was reinstated and ultimately crowned champion after a wave of illness swept through his team, side-lining his two favoured compatriots.
Jamal Stephenson has won Gold for Jamaica in the 100m U-20 finals at the 2025 Carifta Games in Port of Spain Trinidad and TobagoFull Story in comments pic.twitter.com/6JtC9DkgFl
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BY GERMAINE KWESI
Rising Death Toll in Dominican Republic Nightclub Collapse as Bodies Recovered from Wreckage
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – The death toll from the tragic nightclub roof collapse at Jet Set in Santo Domingo has risen to 124, with rescue operations continuing to recover bodies from the wreckage. The catastrophic incident has left the nation in mourning, as families and friends of the victims gather near the site, hoping for news of their loved ones.
The collapse occurred during a performance by renowned merengue musician Rubby Pérez, who was among those confirmed dead. The disaster also claimed the lives of former MLB veteran Octavio Dotel and Monte......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Wellesley Bolt, Father of Sprinting Legend Usian Bolt Pases age 68
The heart of Jamaica, and indeed the global sporting community, is heavy with the news of the passing of Wellesley Bolt, father of the legendary Usain Bolt. He was 68. Reports indicate that he passed away after a prolonged illness.
While Usain Bolt's name is synonymous with electrifying speed and record-breaking achievements, those who knew the family speak of Wellesley Bolt as the quiet, unwavering force behind his son's extraordinary journey. He was a pillar of strength, a source of grounding, and a testament to the profound impact a parent can have.
In the small community of Sherwood Content,......
BY CHIEF EDITOR
Rubio Warns Venezuela: "A Very Bad Day" If It Attacked Guyana or ExxonMobil
Georgetown, Guyana – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made strong statements to the local press in Guyana on March 27, 2025, addressing concerns about Venezuelan aggression towards Guyana and ExxonMobil. Rubio's remarks came during his visit to the Caribbean nation as part of his broader tour to reinforce American leadership in the region.
"It will be a very bad day for the Venezuelan regime if it attacks Guyana or ExxonMobil's assets in the Atlantic," Rubio declared. His comments underscore the United States' commitment to protecting its allies and interests in the region, particularly......
BY CHIEF EDITOR
Breaking Barriers: Why Lifting the Cuban Trade Embargo Could Transform U.S.-Latin American Relations
Could Trump’s America and its closest neighbours benefit from an economically liberated Cuba and is Trump the man to make it happen?
The long-standing trade embargo on Cuba has been a contentious issue for decades. As the world evolves, so too must our approach to international relations. If President Donald Trump seeks to forge better relations with America's Caribbean and Latin American partners, lifting the trade embargo on Cuba would be a significant and impactful step. This move would not only alleviate the burden on the Cuban people but also foster trade and......
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