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April 27, 2026 by Tanesha Mundle

Free after 15 years

Two St Catherine men, who had spent more than 15 years behind bars for the killing of a mother of five in Central Village, were on Friday freed after the Court of Appeal quashed their murder…
Dr Christopher Clarke, one of the recipients, receives his award from Professor Zoyah Kinkead Clarke, deputy dean of Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Humanities and Education, UWI, Mona, and manager of the Dudley Grant Early Childhood Resource Centre.
April 27, 2026

JN Foundation honours 15 early childhood pioneers

Fifteen early childhood educators, researchers and academics were recently honoured for their long-standing contributions to the advancement of early childhood education in Jamaica by the JN…
Nancy Pinchas, executive director of the Council of Voluntary Social Services.
April 27, 2026

Civil society urges consultation on new NPO law

Civil society leaders are calling for broad and meaningful consultation as Jamaica moves toward introducing a new Non-Profit Organisations (NPO) Act, expected in October 2026. The proposed…
Choir members perform a song during a practice in Belgrade, Serbia.
April 27, 2026

A growing amateur choir brings joy and community to hundreds

BELGRADE (AP) An amateur pop choir that started with a couple dozen singers in a small Serbian town has found unexpected success across the country. Its motto? Anyone can sing. While community…
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…