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An aerial view of Bamako, Mali.
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…
Members of the US Secret Service counter assault team stand on the stage after a shooting incident outside the ballroom during the White House Correspondents Dinner.
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…
A man looks at a memorial dedicated to firefighters and workers who died after the 1986 Chornobyl (Chernobyl) nuclear disaster, ahead of its 40th anniversary in Slavutych, Ukraine. Chornobyl is the Ukrainian name for the city.
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…
Man of the moment, Brian ‘Ribbie’ Chung, steps into the spotlight with his significant other, Roshani Howard, at his 67th birthday celebration at Ribbiz Ultra Lounge last  Thursday.
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…
Letters
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…
Dancehall artistes KipRich and Kizzy Don.
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…
Letters
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…
Senator Sherene Golding Campbell.
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…
The Caribbean Court of Justice in Port-of-Spain.
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…