Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill was handcuffed and placed face down on a street outside the team’s stadium after he was stopped for speeding and reckless driving Sunday morning before the Dolphins’ first game of the season, an incident that left the star wide receiver baffled and resulted in a police officer being placed on administrative leave. The officer, who was not identified, was one of at least three involved in detaining Hill. Some fans saw Hill being handcuffed and captured video on their way to the game, and it quickly went viral on social media. Miami-Dade Police director Stephanie…
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TORTOLA, BVI – Caribbean Wellness Day will be celebrated on Saturday, September 14 under the theme “Power Through Collective Action” with the launch of BVI Moves! “The objective is to empower persons to make informed decisions about their health, raise awareness about the importance of collaborating to improve health, strengthen community action for health, and promote supportive environments and settings to enable persons to make healthier choices,” the ministry of health and social development, announced in a press statement. “BVI Moves is a health promotion initiative to improve the health and well-being of the people of the Virgin Islands community. The…
Proptech, the convergence of property and technology, is now widely recognised as a pivotal force behind innovation and efficiency in real estate. It is reshaping how properties are developed, managed, and experienced. This transformation is particularly relevant in Africa, where the adoption of proptech is still in its early stages, with opportunity aplenty and a competitive advantage for early adopters. As the API Summit 2024 approaches, industry leaders and innovators are gearing up for the Africa Proptech Forum (APF), the continent’s only pan-African Proptech Summit, set to take place on 20 September at the Westin Hotel in Cape Town. Peter…
Tasha HendrixX’s ‘If I’m Really Being Honest’ Album Gains Passable Traction In The US. In an industry constantly searching for fresh, authentic voices, Tasha Hendrixx’s latest album, If I’m Really Being Honest, has made a noticeable impact, albeit with mixed results, on the US music scene. Tasha HendrixX’s ‘If I’m Really Being Honest’ Album Gains Passable Traction In The US Released in early August 2024 under God Bless The God Bless Records, Tasha Hendrixx’s album stands as a testament to her introspective songwriting and unique sound. Blending elements of soul, R&B, and a touch of alternative influences, If I’m Really…
The 2024-2025 NHL season is 33 days away and teams are getting ready to hit the ice for training camps.But an off-ice partnership is befuddling fans of the team located in the nation’s capital. On Monday, the Washington Capitals announced they had signed a three-year partnership with the popular and controversial social media app TikTok, making it the official sponsor of their away sweaters. The app’s logo will appear as a patch on the right shoulder of the team’s white away jerseys. Washington partnered with popular sportsbook Caesars in 2021 to have it sponsor the red home sweaters with a…
All five judges on Brazil’s Supreme Court panel voted last week to uphold a ban on Elon Musk’s social media platform X in the country, rendering the mobile app inaccessible to almost 212 million users in Brazil. Anatel, the telecommunications regulator of Brazil, instructed internet service providers to halt users’ access to the social media platform after X failed to appoint a legal representative in the South American country, a requirement for any foreign company wishing to operate in the country. A deadline had been set for August 29 by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. After the deadline passed,…
A large Palestinian flag was unfurled on the Brooklyn tower of the Williamsburg Bridge on Monday morning. The flag was waving from the tower’s highest point, as seen in the images below from Chopper 4. Crews were spotted on the tower, possibly working their way up to the flag. The Williamsburg Bridge, which connects Brooklyn to Manhattan, was shut down in both directions due to police activity, NotifyNYC alerted the public at 9:56 a.m. The bridge was later reopened at 10:10 a.m., according to another notification. Around the same time, an NYPD spokesperson said police received an anonymous call about…
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The regional meeting – Financing Circular Economy Solutions for Waste Management, held under the EU-funded initiative Zero Waste in the Caribbean: New Ways, New Waves and co-financed by the German Cooperation in partnership with CARIFORUM, concluded on September 6. At least 60 waste-management experts, primarily from across the Caribbean, met in Barbados from 3-6 September to discuss financial instruments, regional challenges, and financing options from development partners and the private sector, aiming to transform waste pollution into circular economy opportunities. This initiative marked a pivotal moment in addressing critical waste management issues and promoting a circular economy across…
A herald of Françafrique, Robert Bourgi discusses, for the very first time in a book, his life, his relationship with his mentor Jacques Foccart and the sensitive missions he carried out over forty years on behalf of French-speaking African presidents and French politicians, including right-wing leaders: from Jacques Chirac to Nicolas Sarkozy, via Dominique de Villepin, Claude Guéant and François Fillon, as well as Omar Bongo, Denis Sassou Nguesso, Abdoulaye Wade, Laurent Gbagbo, Mobutu Sese Seko and Blaise Compaoré. With a wealth of detail, he reveals a wealth of previously unpublished information. The modus operandi for transporting millions in cash…
Loki Hails “Amaphanta” Cover Art As The Best In The Industry Right Now. In an era where album covers are as much a part of an artist’s identity as their music, Loki, the visionary behind some of the most iconic visuals in the industry, has made a bold proclamation. Loki Hails “Amaphanta” Cover Art As The Best In The Industry Right Now Taking to Instagram, Loki declared that the cover art for “Amaphanta” is unmatched in its originality and impact. The artwork, designed by acclaimed graphic artist Lung Star features a dynamic fusion of vibrant colors and abstract forms, reflecting…