Saturday won’t be a total washout but rain is very much in the forecast and could affect anyone with outdoor plans for the afternoon. Cooler-than-normal temperatures will continue this weekend. The average high temperature a week into September is 79 degrees. This weekend, highs will be about 5 to 10 degrees below average, more in line with what we normally expect to see at the end of the month. September has also been dry, kicking off with an entire week of rain-free days. But this weekend will finally put an end to that streak. Saturday is our first real shower…
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The measures are expected to impact approximately 100 boats operating at the location, includes an access road, supporting approximately 500 persons. GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – Fisherfolk at Mon Repos North, East Coast Demerara, will soon experience enhanced working conditions, as the government plans to allocate over $350 million towards enhancing their facilities, minister of agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, announced Friday during a land title distribution exercise for residents there. “Over $350 million will be expended to enhance your landing site. We will build a ramp for the boats and fix the entire revetment there. A shed will also be put in place to…
The Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) Group continued its weekly virtual sessions on September 5, focusing on the expansion of emergency humanitarian access and respect for international humanitarian law. Last week, an estimated 3,114 metric tons of supplies reached approximately 300,000 people in Darfur with the support of the ALPS Group and through the courageous and tireless work of humanitarian actors on the ground. The ALPS delegation members continue to engage the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) with the urgent objective of expanding road access from Port Sudan through Shendi to Khartoum,…
Emtee Rubbishes Both Big Zulu & Duncan’s Diss Tracks. Big Zulu and Duncan are in a lyrical showdown, trading diss tracks that have set the South African Hip Hop scene abuzz. Their fiery exchanges have ignited a spirited debate among fans and critics alike, turning heads and stirring conversations across the industry. Emtee Rubbishes Both Big Zulu & Duncan’s Diss Tracks Caught in the crossfire of this heated exchange, Emtee responded to Big Zulu’s latest diss with a defiant social media post, dismissing both diss tracks with a resounding critique. His bold stance added yet another layer of drama to…
Entering the final season of his 12-year, $104.4M mega-deal with the Penguins, franchise cornerstone Sidney Crosby became eligible to sign an extension on July 1 this year. A deal seemed close shortly after that, with reports suggesting the two sides would formalize an extension weeks into free agency. However, with no news yet, Elliotte Friedman said on Friday’s “32 Thoughts” podcast that Crosby is still weighing whether he wants to sign any of the multiple offers presented to him by Pittsburgh general manager Kyle Dubas.Crosby’s uncertainty isn’t related to a desire to maximize his earning potential in the latter stages…
It has been a year since the first outbreak of a new more deadly variant of the mpox virus was first reported in central Africa. Since the start of the year, more than 20,000 cases and well over 500 deaths, most of them children, have been officially reported, but the actual numbers are likely higher. The epicentre of the outbreak has been eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which has suffered the overwhelming majority of deaths. In mid-August, the World Health Organization declared the mpox outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern”. Countries around the world looked on…
File: Mom raises awareness to prevent hot car deaths Kids and car safety activist Angela Jones is advocating for child safety in vehicles by commemorating her daughter Charlotte’s memory and striving to avert further hot car tragedies. NORMAN, Okla. – Two toddlers were found lifeless inside a parked car in Oklahoma as temperatures soared to 90 degrees, according to authorities. The 2-year-old toddlers were found by family members who had been searching for them around 3 p.m. Thursday in Norman. Initial investigations suggest that the children were accidentally left in the vehicle for an extended period, according to the Norman…
By Caribbean News Global TORTOLA, BVI – Premier, Dr Natalio D. Wheatley, will lead a delegation to London to meet the new minister for Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, and the new UK parliament, to continue building a modern partnership with the United Kingdom-based on mutual trust, respect, cultural understanding, and support. Over the five-day visit from 9 to 13 September 2024, the premier will be accompanied by the deputy premier and minister for financial services, labour and trade, Lorna Smith OBE; Ayana Glasgow, executive director of international business regulations at the ministry of financial services, labour and trade Kedrick Malone,…
Ms. Charlina Vitcheva, Director General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, will visit Tanzania from September 9 to 11, 2024. The Director General will participate in the 8th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Oceans, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS), which will take place on September 11 at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre. The meeting is expected to be graced by the President of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. This visit reflects the European Union (EU) ongoing commitment to deepening its collaboration with Tanzania in the…
Rich Mahogany Raises Critical Questions About Motive & Resources In AKA Murder. Rich Mahogany, a notable figure in South Africa’s music industry, has sparked a wave of intrigue and controversy with his recent statements regarding the tragic murder of the beloved rapper AKA. Rich Mahogany Raises Critical Questions About Motive & Resources In AKA Murder Rich Mahogany was a key figure in AKA’s life, not just as a close friend but also through his diverse roles as a music executive, artist manager, and brand consultant. Like many who were deeply connected to Kiernan Forbes, Rich is struggling to process the…