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April 27, 2026
Separatists confirm they joined Islamic militants in coordinated attacks
DAKAR (AP) Separatists in northern Mali said they joined Islamic militants in launching one of the biggest coordinated attacks on the Malian army in the capital and several other cities that left…
April 27, 2026
Accused gunman at correspondents' dinner was believed to be targeting top officials
WASHINGTON DC (AP) The accused gunman who tried to storm the ballroom at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives travelled across the country before the event…
April 27, 2026
At least 16 dead in strikes as Chernobyl anniversary highlights nuclear risks
KYIV (AP) Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people, authorities said, as the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster prompted fresh…
April 27, 2026
Ribbie Chung celebrates life, legacy and impact
Brian ‘Ribbie’ Chung marked his 67th birthday in style Thursday night at Ribbiz Ultra Lounge, surrounded by close friends, family, and valued business partners. The atmosphere was warm and…
April 27, 2026
Letter of the Day | Power must serve, not be concentrated
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the news report in The Gleaner ‘Malahoo Forte and Opposition MPs pick apart NaRRa Bill’, which highlights a concern that warrants both affirmation…
April 27, 2026
Kizzy Don turns to ‘Therapy’ after baby loss
Months after the tragic loss of her newborn baby girl, Miracle, emerging dancehall artiste Kizzy Don is planning to have another baby with her partner, fellow dancehall artiste Kiprich. She believes…
April 27, 2026
A student’s dilemma in getting a degree
THE EDITOR: Madam: A degree represents years of sacrifice, commitment, and perseverance. It is therefore disheartening that, despite completing all academic requirements, I have not yet been able to…
April 27, 2026
Ronald Thwaites | Are they civil and do they serve?
Senator Sherene Golding Campbell gets it. Her piece titled ‘The personal responsibility revolution needed in the public service’ was brave enough to confront a major cramp of governance and…
April 27, 2026
Lloyd Barnett | Selecting Jamaica’s final court of appeal
In the discussions respecting constitutional reform, the question of selecting Jamaica’s final appellate court has probably been the most contentious. In fact, it has threatened to frustrate the…