Over the past month, as Kamala Harris’s campaign for the US presidency has gained momentum, hopes she would take a strong stance on the genocide in Gaza have dwindled. Her candidacy has brought disillusionment among supporters of the Palestinian cause, and with it, growing tensions between anti-genocide activists and Harris supporters. The tension was reflected in a bitter exchange earlier this month between TikTok creators Maya Abdullah and Tori Grier, which fuelled a debate on social media about racism and disparate community interests. Grier’s supporters argue the Black community should vote for Harris to avoid increased violence and discrimination under another Trump administration. On the other…
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Donald Trump has made no secret of his plans for New York’s congestion pricing program. In a social media post in May, the Republican presidential candidate promised that he would “TERMINATE Congestion Pricing in my FIRST WEEK back in Office!!”Trump doesn’t always deliver on his promises, but he could make good on this one. If he is elected in November, there are at least three ways that he could kill the program or hold it up for years. Even further delay would be catastrophic for the budget of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.Does Governor Kathy Hochul have a plan to stop him? She unilaterally paused the program in June, a move now…
By Shanna K. Salmon KINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – In a bid to propel Jamaica’s micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) into the digital age, the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) will be hosting the Digital Jamaica Summit and Showcase. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, September 3 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, will offer a comprehensive exploration of how digital technologies can transform businesses and elevate their competitiveness in the global marketplace. Deputy chief executive officer, JBDC, Harold Davis, told JIS News that while MSMEs are the main target audience for the upcoming summit and showcase, the event is…
Indonesian Ambassador Sunarko on Tuesday (27/8) received a visit from Mr. Osama Ahmed Fadlalla Salim, Director of El-Shahba Drugs Company which is engaged in the supply and sale of medicines and medical equipment in Port Sudan. In the meeting, the Indonesian Ambassador conveyed information regarding the implementation of the largest trade promotion in Indonesia, namely Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI) which will be held on October 9-12 in Jakarta. Mr. Osama expressed his readiness to participate in the trade mission to attend TEI 2024 which is coordinated by the Indonesian Embassy. Mr. Osama will also use the business visit to Indonesia…
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has taken to social media to introduce his father to his fans and followers. In a heartwarming video shared on his Instagram page, Portable showcased the special bond he shares with his father. He revealed the playful and loving relationship between the two.In the video, Portable’s father can be seen engaging in light-hearted banter with his son, discussing various topics simultaneously. Also, Portable’s joy and excitement are evident as he shares this moment with his fans.Meanwhile, alongside the video, Portable announced that he has created an Instagram page for his father,…
The Bears’ quarterback hierarchy appeared set. At least, the team’s Nos. 1 and 2 spots did. One of the other options on Chicago’s roster entering cut day, Brett Rypien, will not be part of the team’s 53-man edition.Rypien received word that he will be released, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports. After four Broncos seasons, the former UDFA has become a journeyman. He has bounced from the Rams to the Seahawks to the Jets to the Bears in less than a year. Rypien is a vested veteran and will head straight to free agency. Rypien, Caleb Williams and Austin Reed arrived as newcomers this…
Russia has launched a second straight day of missile and drone attacks, targeting several Ukrainian regions and killing at least five people. Two people were killed when a hotel was “wiped out” by a missile in the central city of Kryvyi Rih, regional officials said on Tuesday. Three died in drone attacks on the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia. On Monday, Russia pummelled Ukrainian energy infrastructure with more than 200 missiles and drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday said Kyiv would retaliate and asked allies to consider joint air defence operations and provide long-range weapons capabilities. Ukraine’s air force said…
Enjoy Tuesday’s quiet and warm weather. We start cooking tomorrow. The National Weather Service has already issued an excessive heat watch for much of New Jersey ahead of Wednesday’s anticipated scorcher. That watch will likely become a warning from noon to 8 p.m. A heat advisory, meanwhile, will be in effect for New York City and Westchester County. Check the latest severe weather alerts here. It won’t be just the temperature on the thermometer bringing the heat: humidity is also spiking on Wednesday, contributing to feels-like temperatures nearing the triple digits. Along with the heat comes the threat of isolated…
SOUTH DAKOTA, USA – A Jamaican national was extradited to the United States and made his initial appearance today in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, following his role in a long-running scheme to defraud a California woman. Dwayne Anderson, 35, of Hannover, Jamaica, will face federal wire fraud charges. He was arrested, pursuant to the US request for extradition, on July 11, by Jamaican authorities. He has remained in custody in Jamaica since that time. According to the indictment, from as early as 2010 until September 2017, Anderson participated in a scheme to defraud an American woman. Using phony names, he…
As a result of the worsening crisis in Sudan, an increasing number of refugees are fleeing to Libya. Some 97,000 individuals have now sought refuge in the country since the beginning of the conflict. Alkufra, a key entry point to Libya for Sudanese refugees, is now overwhelmed, receiving around 350 new arrivals from Sudan each day. Recent flooding in the region has also impacted critical local infrastructure, with some refugees forced to take temporary shelter in schools. Many refugees are living in makeshift tents in farms on the outskirts of Alkufra. Lacking adequate water and sanitation facilities, and safe shelters,…