Kim Jong Un attends launches, stressing the need for North Korea to improve its conventional and nuclear capabilities.North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the successful tests of two types of tactical ballistic missiles, including one with a “super-large conventional warhead” and an “improved” cruise missile, according to North Korean state media. The tests were a response to the “grave threat” posed by outside forces to North Korea’s security, state-run KCNA reported Kim as saying on Thursday. The tests involved Hwasongpho-11-Da-4.5 missiles, mounted with a 4.5-tonne super-large conventional warhead, KCNA said. North Korea previously announced tests for that weapon…
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Brooklyn shooting not linked to fare evasion: NYPD The NYPD responded to criticism following a police shooting in Brooklyn. On Wednesday, they made it clear that the incident was not about fare evasion. FOX 5 NY’s Arthur Chi’en reports. BROOKLYN – A New Yorker who was hit by a stray police bullet when NYPD officers shot a man at a Brooklyn subway station has undergone cranial surgery to reduce swelling from a bullet wound in his head, according to a relative. Gregory Delpeche, 49, was riding the subway to work when the shooting occurred on Sunday. Now, he’s sedated in…
By Johnny Coomansingh It’sdifficult for me to make mention of it, but preparation for high school was literally non-existent at my primary school. Indeed, at the primary level, I learnt verbal ability, English comprehension and composition, some reasoning ability, and a little arithmetic for the national eleven plus Common Entrance Examinations (CE) which I passed. My elementary school was extremely effective in teaching me about the Holy Bible, singing hymns and choruses, art, choral speaking, poetry, etiquette and good manners, but there was something missing in the equation. It is my opinion that maybe the teachers in my primary school…
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is set to visit Africa in mid-October as part of the bank’s strategy to expand its presence on the continent. This will be Dimon’s first trip to Africa in seven years, during which he plans to visit Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and the Ivory Coast. Currently, JPMorgan has offices in Nigeria and South Africa, where it offers a host of services, including wealth management as well as commercial and investment banking. The bank has been eyeing new markets, with Dimon having announced plans to enter Kenya and Ghana in 2018. However, regulatory challenges in both…
Blxckie & Maglera Doe Boy Score BET Hip Hop Awards Nod. South African hip hop continues to command the world’s attention as Blxckie and Maglera Doe Boy have been nominated for the prestigious BET Hip Hop Awards. This marks a major career milestone for both artists and a defining moment for the local hip-hop scene, underscoring its global relevance and influence. Blxckie & Maglera Doe Boy Score BET Hip Hop Awards Nod Blxckie has swiftly become one of the most recognizable names in South African hip hop. Known for his seamless fusion of trap, R&B, and traditional South African elements,…
Adrian Wojnarowski, the longtime NBA reporter who has worked at ESPN since 2017, announced Wednesday that he’s retiring from ESPN and the news industry as a whole. “I grew up the son of a factory worker two miles from ESPN’s campus and only ever dreamed of making a living as a sportswriter,” Wojnarowski wrote. “Thirty-seven years ago, the Hartford Courant gave me my first byline and I never stopped chasing the thrill of it all.” “This craft transformed my life, but I’ve decided to retire from ESPN and the news industry. I understand the commitment required in my role and it’s…
Country is mired in political strife with international peacekeepers drafted in to restore stability.Haiti’s government has set up a provisional electoral council to prepare the troubled Caribbean country for its first general elections since 2016. The electoral council represents groups including farmers, journalists, human rights activists and the Vodou community and is tasked with setting up a legal framework for elections and organising the poll, which is due to be held by 2026. The council created on Wednesday has seven members, the prime minister’s office said on social media platform X. Two other seats, one for human rights groups and…
article NEW YORK – Democratic Newark City Council President LaMonica McIver won the NJ 10th District special election. McIver faced off Republican Carmen Bucco in NJ’s heavily blue district. NJ District 10 election results McIver will serve out the remainder of Payne’s term, which ends Jan. 3, 2025. The regular election process held in parallel will determine who fills the seat after that. McIver and Bucco are also on the ballot for the full term in the seat, along with third-party candidates. Who is LaMonica McIver? McIver became the Democrats’ standard bearer when she won a special primary earlier this…
Parliament of Saint Lucia, September 16, 2024 Drafting of the Insolvency Legislation began in 2014 and has undergone many iterations and stakeholder engagements. “This legislation is necessary because it will shape our relationship with financial institutions, both locally and globally – World Bank, CDB, IMF.” “This bill will require massive public education to explain the purpose, provisions, and implications of the bill.” By Caribbean News Global contributor CASTRIES, St Lucia – The drafting of the Insolvency Legislation which began in 2014 and has undergone many iterations and stakeholder engagements, was passed in the parliament of Saint Lucia on September 16,…
Magic System Lyrics1er Gaou lyrics by Magic System is available below. 1er Gaou tells a story of resilience and personal triumph, narrating a man’s rejection by a woman during poverty. Despite his success, the woman attempts to return, demonstrating his resilience. The song emphasizes self-worth, authenticity, and rejecting superficial relationships. The upbeat tempo contrasts with the emotional narrative of overcoming past hardships.RELATED: Read ‘1er Gaou (English Translation)’ Lyrics by Magic SystemMagic System – 1er Gaou LyricsIntroC’est dans ma galère que la go antou m’a quitté, oh (Ah, nan guin nan wan)C’est dans ma galère que la go antou m’a quitté,…