The Higher Education Act of 1965, signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, aimed to strengthen educational resources and provide financial assistance to students in higher education. It established programs for library development, urban land-grant institutions, and historically Black colleges and universities. Critically, it restructured federal student aid, creating grants, loans, and work-study programs to expand…
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The Sahel countries includes, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad, Nigeria, Sudan, Guinea, and Eritrea. The G5 Sahel (French: G5 du Sahel) is a regional organization established in 2014 by Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, and Niger. On May 30, Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), identified the Sahel as the…
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Trinidad fans were left bitterly disappointed after Vybz Kartel (Adidja Palmer), also known as the World Boss, failed to perform in Trinidad and Tobago for the eagerly awaited One Caribbean Music Festival (OCMF) on May 31. This event had been highly anticipated, generating excitement among his devoted followers who were eager to see their favorite…
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The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange has indicated that Port Royal in Kingston is set to be designated a World Heritage Site. Speaking on Wednesday at the floral tribute to mark the 95th anniversary of the birth of former Prime Minister Edward Seaga, Grange said the designation is to be undertaken…
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The United States is set to deport approximately 2,500 Jamaican nationals, a move that underscores the ongoing immigration challenges faced by both countries. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Senator Kamina Johnson Smith has confirmed that around 2,500 Jamaicans are facing deportation from the United States (US). This information was presented during a…
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This year’s Africa Day celebrations within educational institutions throughout the island are set to take place on Friday, May 30, generating significant anticipation for the forthcoming festivities. Traditionally observed on May 25, Africa Day will be commemorated on May 30 this year, as May 25 falls on a Sunday. The event is organized by the…
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Chinese students studying in the United States are facing uncertainty regarding their futures following the announcement by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday, which indicated that the visas of certain students would be revoked. The U.S. is poised to revoke visas for some Chinese students, particularly those engaged in “critical fields” and those…
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Mother charged in the tragic shooting death of her daughter, a heartbreaking incident that has left the community in shock. According to the police report, the mother, who is currently facing severe legal consequences, told detectives that she put both children to bed and went to use the restroom, momentarily stepping away from their safety.…
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Imagine the asserting that a black woman has no class and resorting to phrases like “badly beaten.” This is especially in given the rampant violence and blatant disrespect aimed at black women in Jamaica. To witness such derogatory language from a political leader, particularly from a political leader seeking to lead the nation, such remarks…
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$58M Upgrade Transforms Torrington Park Housing After Decades of Neglect
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One Jamaica, Not Two: Why the New Republic Must End the Myth of Maroon Sovereignty
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Plot Twist in Accompong: Government Drops Receipts — Is Chief Currie Misleading the Public?
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Tension in Accompong: Residents Demand JDF Assistance as Chief Currie Rejects Government-Led Support
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The Maroon Question: Traitors Then, Troublemakers Now?
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The Equality for All Foundation urged Daryl Vaz to issue a public apology regarding comment about Chi Chi Man
The Equality for All Foundation (formerly J-FLAG) is calling on West Portland Member of Parliament Daryl Vaz to publicly apologize for encouraging the playing of a song widely known for promoting violence against LGBTQ+ individuals in Jamaica. The Equality for All Foundation is actively advocating against the use of homophobic language and actions in Jamaican…