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THE HAGUE – The International Criminal Court deplores the announcement of new designations for sanctions by the US administration against ICC Judges Kimberly Prost (Canada), Judge Nicolas Guillou (France), deputy prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan (Fiji) and deputy prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang (Senegal). These additional designations follow the earlier designation of four other judges and the ICC Prosecutor. […]
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GAZA CITY, GAZA – The Israeli military has escalated attacks across Gaza City, reportedly deciding to press ahead with plans to take full control which will only lead to further “mass killings of civilians” and displacement, UN human rights officials warned on Wednesday. Recent attacks have been particularly devastating in the Az Zaytoun neighbourhood, where airstrikes, […]
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By Sir Ronald Sanders The Secretary-General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert Ramdin, has proposed a Road Map for Haiti. It is ambitious, detailed, and promising if adequately owned by Haitians. But plans don’t save people; action, commitment, and accountability do. Haitians must set priorities, approve budgets, and be accountable to their citizens […]
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USA / HAITI – The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert R. Ramdin, today presented to the Permanent Council a comprehensive Roadmap aimed at delivering concrete solutions to Haiti’s severe security and institutional crisis, while enhancing the coordination of international and regional cooperation. The Roadmap is available here. A fact sheet on […]
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By Judana Murphy KINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is reporting that the economy grew by an estimated 1.4 percent during the April to June 2025 quarter, compared with the corresponding period in 2024. Speaking at the PIOJ’s hybrid quarterly press briefing on Tuesday, director general, Dr Wayne Henry, said the […]
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By Ron Paul According to the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, prices rose by 2.7 percent over the past year, and by 3.1 percent when the “volatile” food and housing sectors are removed from the calculation. Markets rose following the release of the CPI since the increase in price inflation was not as high as […]
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By Johnny Commansingh Friday, August 01, 2025, was celebrated as Emancipation Day in Trinidad and Tobago (T&T). Around this time, Emancipation Day in T&T has deep tones in the air about freedom, but is it temporary freedom or permanent freedom? Now we need to know the true meaning of Emancipation. Emancipation at the foundational level, […]
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TAIPEI, Taiwan, (TaiwanToday) – Minister of Economic Affairs, ( MOEA) Kuo Jyh-huei hosted a forum for representatives of small and medium enterprises August 18 in Taipei City to facilitate discussion of fluctuating currency exchange rates, overseas market expansion and US tariffs. Kuo noted in remarks at the event that the ministry of economic affairs has […]
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GENEVA, Switzerland – On World Humanitarian Day, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) joins United Nations agencies and humanitarian organizations in calling for the urgent protection of aid workers and an end to the rising violence against them worldwide. IOM is urging stronger, coordinated, and decisive political action from member states to halt this alarming […]
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GENEVA, Switzerland – The Dominican Republic’s cocoa sector is gaining global recognition for its outstanding chocolate and sustainable practices. At the EU Open Day in Santo Domingo, local cocoa producers and chocolate makers showcased their craft to over 1,500 visitors – highlighting a value chain ready for international growth. The Dominican Republic is one of the world’s […]
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — As reggae artiste Sizzla continues to celebrate his milestone 30th anniversary in music, the stories of how his music has uplifted and inspired continue. With songs such as Solid As A Rock, Never See Us Fall and many more, the entertainer has encouraged generations to pursue their dreams relentlessly, including Prime Minister Andrew Holness.
Speaking at the official media launch for the entertainer’s upcoming celebratory concert, Holness shared how Sizzla’s music became a personal anthem that inspired him to pursue his purpose as a politician. Recalling in 2011 when he was on the cusp of greatness, Holness shared that as he contemplated what was easily the biggest decision of his life at the time, it was Sizzla’s Rise to the Occasion that became his source of inspiration.
“In 2011, I had a big decision to make in my life, and one morning I was contemplating, and this song came on, Rise to the occasion, look at yourself…no one can stop you. That song was the inspiration for me to step forward to become the leader of my political party and eventually to become prime minister. It was that song that inspired me,” he said.
He continued, “There were times when I had difficult situations, and you have to psych yourself up. Some people use all kinds of means to psych themselves up; I listen to Sizzla. So I just came here to say to you that you wouldn’t always know the details of the power of your music. Your attorney read a letter from someone who was inspired to live, and I may have to pen you such a letter as well, but I just wanted to tell you personally that you have inspired me.”
Outlining that as the Caribbean’s musical hub, Jamaica produces a plethora of diverse music, Holness praised Sizzla for always curating content that motivates.
“Our music is diverse and it produces a variety, but I would like to say that the music you produce is music with purpose and meaning,” he said as Sizzla looked on. “It is music that will transcend generations, and so it is timeless. The music that you produce deals with subjects that are uplifting, and it is not always the case that we have artistes of your calibre, so I consider you to be a national icon in our music.”
The launch held at Kamila’s Kitchen in downtown Kingston was also supported by the Minister of Entertainment and Culture, Olivia Grange, as well as Minister of Finance, Fayval Williams, who is also Member of Parliament for the constituency of St Andrew Eastern, where Sizzla's hometown of August Town is located. Scores of industry professionals also descended on the venue, indicating that the show on October 19 at Sabina Park will be well supported.
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