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Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from coming to UK
ByEmma Saunders and Sima Kotecha
- Published7 April 2026, 13:33 BST
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Wireless Festival has been cancelled after headliner Kanye West was blocked from coming to the UK.
The government refused permission for West to travel to the UK after a backlash to his planned set at the London festival this summer.
For the last several years, West has caused outrage for a string of antisemitic, racist and pro-Nazi comments.
In a statement, Wireless Festival said: "The Home Office has withdrawn YE's ETA, denying him entry into the United Kingdom. As a result, Wireless Festival is cancelled and refunds will be issued to all ticket holders."
It continued: "As with every Wireless Festival, multiple stakeholders were consulted in advance of booking YE and no concerns were highlighted at the time," a statement from Wireless said.
"Antisemitism in all its forms is abhorrent, and we recognise the real and personal impact these issues have had. As YE said today, he acknowledges that words alone are not enough, and in spite of this still hopes to be given the opportunity to begin a conversation with the Jewish community in the UK."
The Home Office told the BBC the rapper made an application to travel to the UK on Monday via an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
It said the decision to refuse permission was made on the grounds that his presence would not be conducive to the public good.
A spokesperson for Campaign Against Antisemitism said: "The government has clearly made the right decision here. For once, when it said that antisemitism has no place in the UK, it backed up its words with action.
"Someone who has boasted of making tens of millions of dollars from selling swastika T-shirts and who released a song called Heil Hitler just months ago clearly would not be conducive to the public good in the UK.
It added: "Wireless Festival, in its desperate quest for profit, defended the invitation until the end. That is shameful, and its sponsors should continue to stay away."
West said earlier on Tuesday he "would be grateful" to meet members of the Jewish community in the UK after controversy over his booking.
In a statement, the rapper, now known as Ye, said he had been "following the conversation around Wireless", and offered to meet representatives of the community in person "to listen".
"I know words aren't enough," added the star, who has a history of making antisemitic comments. "I'll have to show change through my actions. If you're open, I'm here."
A Board of Deputies spokesperson told the BBC: "Neither the Board of Deputies nor, we understand, the Jewish Leadership Council has refused any request to meet with the Wireless festival organisers.
"When the Board of Deputies received a letter from Melvin Benn on 6 April, proposing to meet, in response to a letter we sent setting out our concerns, we responded positively. In any event we are clear that the invitation to Kanye West to perform should be rescinded."
That decision has now been taken out of West's hands, and those of Festival Republic, the company behind Wireless, as well as other major UK festivals including Reading and Leeds.
Its managing director, Melvin Benn, had hinted that West's appearance may be in jeopardy when speaking to BBC Radio 4 on Tuesday morning.
"It may be that the home secretary does rescind his visa... if she does, the issue is over," he told the Today programme.
Benn, who is a major UK music industry figure and event promoter, agreed that West's past behaviour was "abhorrent" and "disgusting".
But the promoter highlighted the role that the star's mental health may have played, and asked for understanding.
"Mental health is not something that disappears overnight," Benn said.
"People suffer psychotic behaviour, suffer bipolar behaviour, for many, many years... And I think people are forgetting that."
But Jewish groups criticised Benn's support for the star.
The Board of Deputies of British Jews said that the Wireless boss's stance would "not reassure many within the Jewish or other communities".
In a statement, the board added: "It has been less than a year since Kanye West released a song entitled Heil Hitler, the culmination of three years of appalling antisemitism.
"He also made a number of deeply offensive comments about the black community, saying that the 400-year experience of slavery was 'like a choice'."
"We are willing to meet Kanye West as part of his journey of healing, but only after he agrees not to play the Wireless Festival this year."
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer previously criticised West's booking, commenting over the weekend:, external "Antisemitism in any form is abhorrent and must be confronted firmly wherever it appears.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting echoed those sentiments on Tuesday, calling West's apology "mealy-mouthed and self-serving", and accusing Wireless of offering the rapper a "fig leaf of credibility".
"If he wants forgiveness, it's not my forgiveness he needs," Streeting told Radio 4. "It's the forgiveness of the Jewish communities and I don't think he's done anything to earn it."
Shadow home secretary Chris Philp said West was "guilty of appalling antisemitic and pro-Nazi comments" and urged home secretary Shabana Mahmood to use her powers under the Immigration Act to refuse him a visa.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has also called for West to be banned from entering the UK, while Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said: "Personally I wouldn't buy a ticket."
Why do Rich Jamaicans migrate to foreign territories?
Why do rich Jamaican millionaires and billionaires move overseas. With the resources they posses they can turn any where into paradise. They could easily transform this nation. I understand that Jamaica lacks certain essentials that foreign nations provide such as Eg. adequate Healthcare, fair Justice system, but these rich people who depart the Island has the means to do so.
The Jamaican government doesn't even care that they are loosing their best and brightest. Maybe they are just fed up with the local system. But many of them have businesses here.
They even move their kids overseas just so they can attend these foreign schools. Jamaican high schools have great teachers and curriculums.
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Personal exp from having lived there the “rich Jamaicans” who own businesses and stay there get gunned down in broad daylight in their own supermarket
Because objectively by most measurable metrics that matter, Jamaica is terrible, everything that most people love about Jamaica is due to most people being poor, and the things you love and want to prioritize when you're rich, and thinking in decades, simply makes more sense elsewhere.
They robbed Usain Bolt with damn near zero legal recourse in sight. Although that one incident got more media attention, there's so many instances of stuff like this occuring at various levels.
If you're CHOOSING somewhere to live, you have to be in love with the island, soon as you start thinking logically, you wouldn't live there.
There’s a book called “outliers” that addresses this, if a country doesn’t have strong systems then people aren’t incentivised to stay and build.
My experience as an entrepreneur is that the very rich stay here.... Maybe big fish in a small pond syndrome?
It is the middle class who leave, the sad fact is that many Business people who expect their children to take over (the same children they sent abroad for education) are just not coming back except the once a year visit.
I have lived here for 32yrs, having moved from the UK.... You want irony? Despite our bad press i felt safer in Jamaica...
I was in the UK recently and the knife crime is off the charts, lot of mugging and petty theft.
Those days of a night out and walking home are past and I was warned to not do it, this is NW London.
Does Jamaica have its problems? Of course, but i will defend it always. Infrastructurally we have grown so much....
Doesn't anyone remember in the late 90's how cars were a luxury? And you had 8 people in a Lada taxi?..... Now it seems everyone has cars, the North coast highway and the soon to be opened Mobay bypass.
The amount of things that can be done online now is great! ..... I haven't written a check in 4+years?
All this to say that.....the goal of many of those overseas persons is "to come home".
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TODAY’S ARMED CONFLICTS
Our Rule of Law in Armed Conflict Online Portal (RULAC) classifies all situations of armed violence that amount to an armed conflict under international humanitarian law.
Today, it monitors more than 110 armed conflicts and provides information about parties, the latest developments, and applicable international law. Some of these conflicts make the headlines, others do not. Some of them started recently, while others have lasted for more than 50 years.
MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA: MORE THAN 45 ARMED CONFLICTS
This is, in numbers, the most affected region: more than 45 armed conflicts are currently taking place throughout the Middle East and North Africa in the following territories: Cyprus,Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Turkey, Yemen and Western Sahara.
The majority are non-international (NIACs), involving a multitude of armed non-state actors and foreign interventions by Western powers, Russia, and neighbouring countries – except for the NIACs taking place in Egypt and Turkey.
‘Syria is the most affected country in the region. Several multiple and overlapping NIACs are taking place in the country – involving numerous armed groups who fight against the government and against each other –, along with two military occupations and three international armed conflicts’ explains Dr Chiara Redealli, Research Fellow at the Geneva Academy.
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AFRICA: MORE THAN 35 ARMED CONFLICTS
Africa comes second in the number of armed conflicts per region with more than 35 non-international armed conflicts (NIACs) taking place in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan. Several armed groups – fighting against government forces and/or against each other’s – are involved in these conflicts.
Western powers and/or neighbouring countries are intervening in the NIACs that take place in Burkina Faso, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Somalia.
‘CAR is on the top of the list with several NIACs involving multiple armed groups. The Government is involved in NIACs against a wide array of rebel groups, including the anti-Balaka and the ex-Séléka. There are also parallel non-international armed conflicts due to the infighting between various armed groups’ underlines Dr Redealli.
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Burkina Faso, Cameroon, the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan. Several armed groups – fighting against government forces and/or against each other’s – are involved in these conflicts.
Western powers and/or neighbouring countries are intervening in the NIACs that take place in Burkina Faso, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Somalia.
‘CAR is on the top of the list with several NIACs involving multiple armed groups. The Government is involved in NIACs against a wide array of rebel groups, including the anti-Balaka and the ex-Séléka. There are also parallel non-international armed conflicts due to the infighting between various armed groups’ underlines Dr Redealli.
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ASIA: 21 ARMED CONFLICTS
Asia is the theatre of 19 non-international armed conflicts (NIACs) involving 19 armed groups. These are happening in Afghanistan, India, Myanmar, Pakistan and The Philippines.
Two international armed conflicts – between respectively India and Pakistan, and between India and China – are also taking place in the region.
‘Pakistan and the Philippines are on the top of the list with six NIACs for each country. In Pakistan, governmental forces are fighting various armed groups acting throughout the territory, particularly Taliban-affiliated groups in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas and independence fighters in Balochistan. In the Philippines, most NIACs are taking place in the Mindanao region where government forces are fighting against several armed groups, including the Moro National Liberation Front, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters, the Maute Group and the Abu Sayyaf Group’ explains Dr Chiara Redealli.
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EUROPE: SEVEN ARMED CONFLICTS
The following military occupations constitute the majority of armed conflicts that are taking place in Europe, four out of seven conflicts: Russia is currently occupying Crimea (Ukraine), Transdniestria (Moldova), as well as South Ossetia and Abkhazia (Georgia), while Armenia is occupying parts of Nagorno Karabakh (Azerbaijan). Europe is also the theatre of an international armed conflict (IAC) between Ukraine and Russia, and of two non-international armed conflicts (NIACs) in Ukraine opposing governmental forces with the self-proclaimed ‘People’s Republics’ of Donetsk and Luhansk in eastern Ukraine.
‘Russia’s invasion of Ukraine did not change our classification of the armed conflicts in the region. Indeed, according to IHL criteria, there have been an IAC between Russia and Ukraine and two NIACs in Ukraine since 2014. What has changed, since February 2022, is the intensity of the violence and its impact on the civilian population. This means, according to our analysis, that war crimes could already have taken place before March 2022’ explains Dr Chiara Redealli.
© UNDP Ukraine/Oleksandr Ratushniak
Russia is currently occupying Crimea (Ukraine), Transdniestria (Moldova), as well as South Ossetia and Abkhazia (Georgia), while Armenia is occupying parts of Nagorno Karabakh (Azerbaijan). Europe is also the theatre of an international armed conflict (IAC) between Ukraine and Russia, and of two non-international armed conflicts (NIACs) in Ukraine opposing governmental forces with the self-proclaimed ‘People’s Republics’ of Donetsk and Luhansk in eastern Ukraine.
‘Russia’s invasion of Ukraine did not change our classification of the armed conflicts in the region. Indeed, according to IHL criteria, there have been an IAC between Russia and Ukraine and two NIACs in Ukraine since 2014. What has changed, since February 2022, is the intensity of the violence and its impact on the civilian population. This means, according to our analysis, that war crimes could already have taken place before March 2022’ explains Dr Chiara Redealli.
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LATIN AMERICA: SIX ARMED CONFLICTS
The six non-international armed conflicts that are taking place in the region are split evenly between Mexico and Colombia.
‘While Colombia has experienced one of the longest non-international armed conflicts (NIACs) in modern times and is still the theatre of three NIACs, Mexico is characterized by three NIACs involving gangs’ drug cartels. This is the first time we classify armed violence involving criminal organizations as NIACs and we did so given the level of organization of the cartels and intensity of violence’ says Dr Chiara Redealli
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Usain Bolt’s Late Father’s Kept the Track and Field Legend Humble as He Rose to Fame
Usain Bolt’s Late Father’s This Habit Kept the Track and Field Legend Humble as He Rose to Fame
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I find the Usain Bolt story has been more than great, he has got the attention of human beings whom don’t even have a tv to watch him break records that are still unbroken today.
This is a man whom deserves all the positive aspects of life, in return for what he has given us all in particular the country of Jamaica.
I would like to know why an investment company can just take your hard earned money and there is no explanation.
Did the investment company believe he could absorb the loss of a billion Jamaican dollars.
This story is not going away anytime soon and it is going to cost Jamaica dearly .
which of the many rising Jamaican stars of the future are going to invest in any investment company in Jamaica after this. Do the do
The government of Jamaica should have put this right!
Picture this: Usain Bolt is rolling back into Trelawny, Jamaica, the fastest man alive, fresh off shattering world records and stacking Olympic gold like it’s nothing—eight of ‘em, to be exact, from Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. The guy’s a living legend, and the island knows it. Recently, though, the Bolt family faced a heavy loss with the passing of his father, Wellesley Bolt, in late 2024—a man whose influence still echoes in Usain’s every move. While Bolt hasn’t spoken publicly about it yet, his own words from years past paint a vivid picture of Wellesley’s impact
of the most famous people in Jamaica,” Bolt recalled in his autobiography Faster than Lightning, reflecting on a hero’s welcome after his early triumphs. Newspapers plastered his face on every page, barstool debates raged over his greatness, and radio DJs couldn’t stop the hype train. For any fan, it’s the kind of moment where egos could balloon—but not for Bolt. So, what kept this track god grounded when the world was ready to crown him king? A Father’s Lesson in Manners?
Here’s the secret sauce: Wellesley Bolt didn’t mess around when it came to respect. Growing up in Sherwood Content, a rural speck in Trelawny Parish, Usain wasn’t just raised to run—he was raised to remember where he came from. During that electric motorcade through Trelawny—after his 2008 Beijing haul of three golds (100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay)—Bolt could’ve coasted on his 9.69-second 100-meter fame and waved from a distance.
Picture this: Usain Bolt is rolling back into Trelawny, Jamaica, the fastest man alive, fresh off shattering world records and stacking Olympic gold like it’s nothing—eight of ‘em, to be exact, from Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. The guy’s a living legend, and the island knows it. Recently, though, the Bolt family faced a heavy loss with the passing of his father, Wellesley Bolt, in late 2024—a man whose influence still echoes in Usain’s every move. While Bolt hasn’t spoken publicly about it yet, his own words from years past paint a vivid picture of Wellesley’s impact.
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“On the morning of my return to Trelawny, it was clear to me that I had become one of the most famous people in Jamaica,” Bolt recalled in his autobiography Faster than Lightning, reflecting on a hero’s welcome after his early triumphs. Newspapers plastered his face on every page, barstool debates raged over his greatness, and radio DJs couldn’t stop the hype train. For any fan, it’s the kind of moment where egos could balloon—but not for Bolt. So, what kept this track god grounded when the world was ready to crown him king? A Father’s Lesson in Manners?
Here’s the secret sauce: Wellesley Bolt didn’t mess around when it came to respect. Growing up in Sherwood Content, a rural speck in Trelawny Parish, Usain wasn’t just raised to run—he was raised to remember where he came from. During that electric motorcade through Trelawny—after his 2008 Beijing haul of three golds (100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay)—Bolt could’ve coasted on his 9.69-second 100-meter fame and waved from a distance.
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Instead, he leaned into the crowd. “Mom and Pops had taught me so much about respect that during the motorcade I said ‘Hello’ to everybody, just like I had done when I was little, even though it would have been much easier just to wave,” Bolt recalled. Fans got pushy, hands reaching out, but he didn’t flinch. This wasn’t just a champ flexing charisma—it was a kid honoring his dad’s code. For fans, it’s a classic underdog vibe: no matter how big you get, you stay true. But how strict was Wellesley about this humility thing?
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Do you think Usain Bolt's humility and respect for fans are a result of his father's strict upbringing?
Absolutely, Wellesley's influence is clear
Partially, but Usain's personality also plays a role
Not really, it's just Usain's natural charisma
I think it's more about his public image management
Do you think Gable Steveson's constant switching between sports is damaging his legacy?
Yes, he's squandering his potential
No, it's his career to explore
Maybe, but he can still redeem himself
I don't care as long as he competes
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Should Gable Steveson focus solely on wrestling to fulfill his Olympic potential?
Yes, he should commit to wrestling
No, he should explore other sports
He should balance both wrestling and other sports
It's too late for him to focus on wrestling
Do you think Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track can revive interest in track and field?
Yes, it's a bold vision that needs time
No, the poor debut shows it's doomed
Maybe, but it needs better marketing
Only if it returns to traditional event names
How do you feel about the rebranding of track events like calling the 200m the "Long Sprint"?
It's innovative and needed for new fans
It's confusing and unnecessary
I don't care as long as the races are exciting
It disrespects the sport's traditions
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Turns out, Wellesley Bolt ran a tight ship—and Usain knew the stakes. “As I said, Dad was so serious when it came to manners. If I’d acted big time in public that day, he probably would have cut me off for good,” Bolt admitted. That’s not just a throwaway line—it’s a window into the man who shaped a global icon. Wellesley, a former coffee farmer who’d worked hard to raise Usain alongside mom Jennifer, wasn’t about to let his son’s 19.30-second 200-meter world record (set in Beijing) turn him into a diva. And it worked.
Even with 11 world championship golds and a net worth pushing past $90 million, Bolt kept it real, saying “Hello” to every fan and shaking hands despite the chaos. Now, with Wellesley’s passing, that habit feels like a legacy etched in gold. For fans, it’s a reminder: the fastest man on Earth didn’t just sprint records—he carried his roots with every stride. How does that kind of upbringing stack up in today’s sports world?
Growing up in the small Jamaican parish of Trelawny, Usain Bolt wasn’t just a kid with lightning in his legs—he was a young dreamer, juggling schoolbooks and a knack for mischief. As he recalled in his autobiography, Faster than Lightning, his early academic career wasn’t exactly gold-medal worthy. “If my test scores were bad or I flunked an essay, they went easy on me,” Bolt wrote, painting a picture of a laid-back household where his parents, Wellesley and Jennifer Bolt, initially gave him some slack.
Well, that leniency, though, had an expiration date. Bolt’s father, Wellesley—known to him as “Pops”—was a no-nonsense figure who ran a local coffee shop and wasn’t about to let his son coast through life. The relaxed vibes evaporated fast when Bolt’s string of subpar grades piled up. “The relaxed attitude didn’t last long, though. There were only so many tests I could fail, and once Pops got to hear about my poor scores, he flipped,” Bolt admitted.
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Bounty Killer calls for greater recognition of Paul Bogle Day
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Dancehall heavyweight Bounty Killer is lobbying for more attention to be given to Paul Bogle Day.
First observed on October 11 last year, Paul Bogle Day is an annual celebration commemorating Jamaica’s national hero and his contributions to the nation.
Via his verified Instagram account, Bounty Killer shared a poster featuring Paul Bogle’s image alongside Busy Signal’s 2019 classic “Great Men.” In the caption, Bounty wrote, “This day needs way much more highlight. Salute Sir Bogle.”
An event was held today (Oct 11) at the Anglican Church Hall in Morant Bay, near the Old Courthouse where Paul Bogle was executed and buried in 1865.
Paul Bogle Day, officially declared on October 11 last year, is dedicated to honoring the memory and vision of Paul Bogle, who led the fight for justice and freedom.
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Irie FM has indeed been a key part of cultural celebrations at the Paul Bogle Memorial Site in Stony Gut, St Thomas, particularly during the Morant Bay Rebellion Cultural Experience. Event Highlights at Stony Gut
- Outside Broadcasts: Irie FM often provides live outside broadcasts for memorial events, bringing the history of Stony Gut to a national audience.
- Cultural Celebrations: These events typically feature live Kumina bands, traditional Jamaican cookouts, and opportunities to meet descendants of Paul Bogle.
- Historical Retracing: Celebrations often start at the Morant Bay Courthouse before journeying to Stony Gut, the birthplace of National Hero Paul Bogle.
- Memorial Services: Significant ceremonies, such as those on Paul Bogle Day(October 11) or the anniversary of his execution (October 24), involve keynote speakers and tributes to his sacrifice for justice.
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About the SiteThe memorial site is located in Spring Garden, St Thomas. It was declared a National Monument on 5 November 1992 and contains the foundation of Bogle's chapel, which was destroyed in 1865.
Bogle had become a friend of a wealthy landowner and fellow Baptist George William Gordon, a bi-racial man who served in the Assembly as one of two representatives from St. Thomas-in-the-East parish. Gordon was instrumental in Bogle being appointed deacon of Stony Gut Baptist Church in 1864. Conditions were hard for black peasants, due to social discrimination, flooding and crop failure, and epidemics. The required payment of poll taxesprevented most of them from voting. In August 1865, Gordon criticised the governor of Jamaica, Edward John Eyre, for sanctioning "everything done by the higher class to the oppression of the negroes".
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By the end of 1865 the "Governor Eyre Case" had become the subject of widespread national debate. In January 1866, a Royal Commission was sent to investigate the events. Governor Eyre was suspended and recalled to England and eventually dismissed. The national government changed that of Jamaica. The House of Assembly resigned its charter, and Jamaica was made a Crown Colony, governed directly by Britain.[9]
The "Eyre Controversy" turned into a long and increasingly public issue, dividing well-known figures of the day. It may have contributed to the fall of the government.
Immigration to the United States, 1851-1900
In the late 1800s, people in many parts of the world decided to leave their homes and immigrate to the United States. Fleeing crop failure, land and job shortages, rising taxes, and famine, many came to the U. S. because it was perceived as the land of economic opportunity. Others came seeking personal freedom or relief from political and religious persecution, and nearly 12 million immigrants arrived in the United States between 1870 and 1900. During the 1870s and 1880s, the vast majority of these people were from Germany, Ireland, and England - the principal sources of immigration before the Civil War. Even so, a relatively large group of Chinese immigrated to the United States between the start of the California gold rush in 1849 and 1882, when federal law stopped their immigration.
With the onset of hard economic times in the 1870s, European immigrants and Americans began to compete for the jobs traditionally reserved for the Chinese. With economic competition came dislike and even racial suspicion and hatred. Such feelings were accompanied by anti-Chinese riots and pressure, especially in California, for the exclusion of Chinese immigrants from the United States. The result of this pressure was the Chinese Exclusion Act, passed by Congress in 1882. This Act virtually ended Chinese immigration for nearly a century.
Immigrants entered the United States through several ports. Those from Europe generally came through East Coast facilities, while those from Asia generally entered through West Coast centers. More than 70 percent of all immigrants, however, entered through New York City, which came to be known as the "Golden Door." Throughout the late 1800s, most immigrants arriving in New York entered at the Castle Garden depot near the tip of Manhattan. In 1892, the federal government opened a new immigration processing center on Ellis Island in New York harbor.
Although immigrants often settled near ports of entry, a large number did find their way inland. Many states, especially those with sparse populations, actively sought to attract immigrants by offering jobs or land for farming. Many immigrants wanted to move to communities established by previous settlers from their homelands.
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The Story: White Witch of Rose Hall
At the heart of the property is the historic Rose Hall Great House, a restored 18th-century architectural masterpiece. Home of the notorious White Witch of Rose Hall: Annee Palmer. Known famously to have killed three husbands and taken on numerous slave lovers, only to die by the hands of the one she loved the most. The Rose Hall Great House offers both Day and Night guided Tours in over 10 languages.
The beauty and views of the Rose Hall Great House is sure to capture your heart. Neighbouring luxury residential communities, featuring golf course frontage with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and home to two of the Caribbean’s most widely acclaimed golf courses, Rose Hall offers 36 holes of championship play designed by Rick Baril, Robert von Hagge.
DAY TOUR
Rose Hall Great House & Garden Tour
Monday-Saturday From 9:00am to 5:00pm
Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays
Immerse yourself in the heritage of the island as your expert guide shares the story of this colonial ruin restored to its former majesty in the 1960’s. Learn about the lifestyle of the European bourgeoisie in the isles of the Caribbean in the Eighteenth Century. The tale of the Annee Palmer, the famed White Witch of Rose Hall is sure to delight. Beautiful tropical gardens and personalities will colour your experience with fun along the way!
NIGHT TOUR
Rose Hall Great House Tours After Dark
Wednesday-Saturday From 6:00pm to 9:00pm
At night, Rose Hall is not for the faint of heart! Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the 19th-century European bourgeoisie…but with a twist. You will come to know the true horrors of the “White Witch of Rose Hall”, Annee Palmer, and the many spirits that walk the halls of the Rose Hall Great House at night. Hear the spine-chilling historic tale of the notorious murders and feel the house come alive through an interactive tour set in the 19th century… Afterwards, steady your nerves with a ‘Witches Brew’ cocktail at the Dungeon Bar.
Visit us today… the White Witch awaits.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- The Legend of Rose Hall
- Jamaica’s ONLY Haunted Night Tour
- Guided tour of the Rose Hall Great House
- Tours are conducted in English. However, scripts are available in over ten (10) languages.
- Haunted Night Tour is directed by Douglas Prout
- Historical Museum
- 18th Century Graveyard
- Bird Watching (Day & Garden Tour)
- Nature Walk (Day & Garden Tour)
- Shop at the Annee’s Treasure for authentic Jamaican arts and crafts
- Witches Brew Cocktail at Dungeon Bar (not included in tour cost)
- Duration – 45 minutes to 1 hour
PRICE
- Day Tour: $30 USD / $12 USD for ages 4 – 11 years old
- Night Tour: $35 USD / $15 USD for ages 4 – 11 years old
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable Shoes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Reservations are required for all Haunted Night Tours
- Reservations are required for groups over 15
- Transportation is not provided to tour location
- Tour duration is not inclusive of travel time to tour location
- All tours are weather permitting
- No photos or videos are allowed in the house
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Not recommended for the physically challenged
- Not recommended for people with back problems or who have had a recent back surgery
- Not handicapped accessible
A CONVERSATION ABOUT PAUL BOGLE
It has been almost 160 years since this most terrifying event that took place on the original residents of stony gut in spring garden, St Thomas jamaica.
And there has not been any signs of compensation for the homes that were burned to the ground and over 500 dead.
when drawing comparisons to the current
wars around the world in particular the Ukraine, were funds have already been ear marked for the regeneration of the loss of the people of Ukraine. The leaders of the modern world has consistently closed there eyes tightly when it comes to compensating the original families of stony gut.
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IT IS Time that the british government should include compensation in respects of this horrific time in both Jamaican & British history at the following link along side the compensation for windrush generation
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/windrush-compensation-scheme-claim-forms-and-guidance/close-family-member-windrush-compensation-claim-guidance
Bogle concentrated on improving the conditions of the poor.[5] As awareness of social injustices and people's grievances grew, Bogle led a group of small farmers 45 miles to the capital, Spanish Town, hoping to meet with Governor Eyre to discuss their issues, but they were denied an audience.[6] The people of Stony Gut lost confidence and trust in the Government, and Bogle's supporters grew in number in the parish.
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The following web page discusses the legacy of colonialism at Trengwainton and historic slavery and includes references to histories that some people may find upsetting.
The Price family and Jamaica
The Price family owned large sugar plantations on Jamaica. They descended from Francis Price (1635-1689) who was believed to be a junior officer at the island’s conquest of 1655. Francis acquired his first Jamaican plantation in 1663, and subsequently bought further estates. In 1670, after England gained formal possession of Jamaica, he acquired 840 acres which he named Worthy Park.
Worthy Park passed through the hands of various members of the Price family, including John Price of Penzance the Younger (1838-97), Rose Price’s father. John Price was mostly absent from Worthy Park, running his plantations from England through local agents. His son Rose Price was educated at Penzance Grammar School, Harrow and then Oxford University, before embarking on a Grand Tour.
In 1791 the family estates in Jamaica, including Worthy Park, were in trouble owing to unscrupulous local agents. Rose Price travelled to Jamaica to assume direct management, where it is claimed he doubled their value.
The enslaved people at Worthy Park
Rose Price made detailed records which survive in his great plantation book, covering the years 1792-96, now held by the Library of Congress. In this we learn he expanded sugar-cane cultivation by 25% within three years. In order to achieve this, Price had expanded the number of enslaved people at Worthy Park from 355 to over 500. He also introduced adapted Cornish mining technology for mills and brought Cornishmen to assist in the plantation management.
The enslaved people working at Worthy Park came predominately from Africa. They, and their descendants, were deployed in the harvesting of sugar cane, but also worked in the production of sugar and rum. Others worked as carpenters and blacksmiths, a midwife and nurses, and in the 'great house' worked a 50-year-old cook named 'Penzance'. In his great plantation book, Price records the birth of two children with Lizette, a 13-year-old enslaved child, during the three years he spent at Worthy Park. Once older, he sent them to England to be educated.
Rose Price and Trengwainton
Rose Price returned from Jamaica in 1795 and that year married Elizabeth Lambert, niece of Lord Sherborne in Gloucestershire. His income from Jamaican estates was then around £6,000 a year, and he continued to invest in further plantations.
Price remained committed to slavery and became a staunch anti-abolitionist. In 1832, whilst living at Trengwainton, he wrote a defence entitled Pledges on Colonial Slavery, to Candidates for Seats in Parliament, Rightly Considered. This included his response to a pro-abolition article published in the West Briton on 7 December 1832. In his response, Price claimed, by giving various examples, that the treatment of enslaved people on plantations in Jamaica was better than of most labourers in England, and 'milder' than in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. His defence of colonial slavery is followed by printed letters in support of his view.
Rose Price died soon after British Parliament passed the Abolition Act in 1833. His executors later received over £10,000 compensation awarded to owners of formerly enslaved people. Despite this large sum, Price’s finances were not sound: he had encumbered both his Jamaican and Cornish estates with substantial debts, and Trengwainton was sold by its mortgage holders in 1835.
We know that there is still work to do in interpreting and exploring this part of history attached to Trengwainton garden and are working with partners through the Inclusive Global History project. Please contact Claire North (claire.north@nationaltrust.org.uk) for further information.
Read our report addressing our histories of colonialism and historic slavery.
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Prime Minister unveils new opportunities for young people to re-connect with their communities
Prime Minister announces major expansion of youth services and real-world opportunities to re-connect young people with the world around them
From:Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street, The Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer KCB KC MP and The Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MPPublished5 August 2025
- £88 million investment to support youth clubs and schools to offer more after-school activities, while enabling organisations like the Scouts and Guides to deliver more places in local communities
- Action delivers on Plan for Change and manifesto promise to back young people growing up in a digital-first world, with opportunities to build essential skills for life and work
Young people across the country will benefit from a major new expansion of youth services and activities outside of school, as the government takes action to re-connect young people with their communities.
Far from the default being outdoor activities, young people today are spending more and more of their time detached from the real world, either stuck in their bedrooms or behind a screen, throwing up huge challenges for them and their loved ones to overcome. Today the government takes bold action to give young people a better alternative, so they are supported rather than left behind.
Announcing a new £88 million package of support to transform opportunities for young people across the country, the Prime Minister will make clear that this government is picking this challenge up and seeing it for what it is – a worrying trend – and delivering real-life solutions for the long-term, investing in opportunities for young people.
Applying a grown-up approach to tackling a problem faced by parents and young people up and down the country, this government is investing in children’s futures. From new climbing walls and outdoor adventures to music lessons and volunteering, this package means that youth clubs and schools will now be able to offer more opportunities for young people to get active and connect with others, while building their confidence and broadening their horizons.
For far too long, young people have been locked out of their future, with youth services in England seeing a decade-long decline in investment of over 70%.
This government is turning the page. Backed by nearly £88 million, the package also delivers on the Prime Minister’s promise to support parents and keep children safe – offering more opportunities in structured environments that help encourage young people off the streets.
It builds on wider action through the Plan for Change to back young people’s futures, including by extending voting rights to 16 and 17-year-olds, announcing the £500 million Better Futures Fund for young people’s support services, and launching new guidance to protect young people from online harms.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said:
Growing up today is hard for young people. As they navigate their way through the online world, too often they find themselves isolated at home and disconnected from their communities.
As a government, we have a duty to act on this worrying trend. Today’s investment is about offering a better alternative: transformative, real-world opportunities that will have an impact in communities across the country, so young people can discover something new, find their spark and develop the confidence and life skills that no algorithm can teach.
Through our Plan for Change, we’re backing parents by not only protecting our young people online, but giving them the support and opportunities they deserve so no child falls through the cracks.
The Building Creative Futures package announced today includes:
- £22.5 million over three years to create a tailored enrichment offer in up to 400 schools. This will give pupils access to extra-curricular activities such as sport, art and music, outdoor activities, debating or volunteering that support wellbeing and essential skills around the school day.
- The launch of the Better Youth Spaces programme, a £30.5 million fund to improve youth club infrastructure in areas with the highest levels of child poverty. This will go towards smaller capital projects such as new gym equipment and climbing walls.
- The rollout of the Local Youth Transformation pilot, an £8 million programme to support local authorities to deliver a high-quality out-of-school offer. It will provide the tools, guidance and funding, to assess, improve, and invest in impactful local youth offers.
- The third phase of the Million Hours Fund, a £19 million joint investment with The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver over a million additional hours of youth work in areas with high rates of anti-social behaviour.
- £7.5 million for the Uniformed Youth Fund, creating thousands of new places in youth organisations like The Scouts, Guides and Volunteer Police Cadets in areas of unmet demand.
Today’s investment is the latest step towards the government’s National Youth Strategy. Due to be published this autumn, the Strategy will be shaped by insights from over 20,000 young people engaged through the ‘Deliver You’ programme and will set out a long-term vision for youth policy across government.
Iran-US peace talks fail to reach deal as Washington issues 'final offer'
Summary
- Iran's delegation leader says the US failed to gain Tehran's trust during lengthy negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan - how they unfolded
- Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf adds that Iran "raised forward-looking initiatives", but the talks ultimately failed to reach a deal
- Vice-President JD Vance says he led the US delegation in "good faith" but Tehran did not accept Washington's terms
- It's not surprising that a deal wasn't reached but Trump now has a stark choice - escalate or negotiate, writes our chief international correspondent
- Our world news correspondent tackles the key question: What happens next?
- Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon are set to hold their own talks in Washington next week. Our Middle East correspondent in Beirut says there is no respite from Israeli attacks in the country's south
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- 0:26US Vice-President JD Vance leaves Pakistan after peace talks. 00:00:26, play videoUS Vice-President JD Vance leaves Pakistan after peace talks
- 0:33JD Vance says US and Iran failed to reach deal. 00:00:33, play videoJD Vance says US and Iran failed to reach deal
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Edited by Matt Spivey, with Lyse Doucet, Carrie Davies and Azadeh Moshiri in Islamabad. Additional reporting from BBC Persian and teams across the Middle East
- US 'failed to gain the trust of Iranian delegation,' says head of negotiating teampublished at 10:1510:15BREAKING
IMAGE SOURCE, REUTERS/ PAKISTAN’S PRIME MINISTER OFFICEImage caption, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (L)
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led Tehran's delegation in the Pakistan talks, says now is the time for the US "to decide whether it can earn our trust or not".
In a post on X, Ghalibaf says he emphasised before the negotiations that Iran had "good faith and will" but due to its experiences of two previous wars it had "no trust in the opposing side".
He says the Iranian delegation "raised forward-looking initiatives, but the opposing side ultimately failed to gain the trust of the Iranian delegation in this round of negotiations".
He continues: "We will not for a moment cease our efforts to consolidate the achievements of the forty days of Iran's national defense."
He adds that the negotiations were "intense" and thanks Pakistan for facilitating them.
Trump tells UK 'go get your own oil' and 'King sent to US'
"I started it... you finish it", is Metro's headline, external, after US President Donald Trump reportedly "infuriated" allies including the UK by telling them to "go get your own oil" from the blockaded Strait of Hormuz. The Daily Mail says, externalTrump's "taunt" exposes Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer without a plan. But the Daily Mirror describes, external the US president as "unhinged", pointing out it was his "shambolic" war against Iran that shut the waterway. "This is oil your fault," is its headline.
"King sent on mission to salvage a century of friendship", is the i Paper's lead, external. The paper says the announcement of the state visit next month came just "minutes" after Trump's "outburst" against allies about oil.
The Guardian reports, external on what it calls "a tentative sign of a more proactive European pushback" against the Iran war. The paper says France blocked Israeli planes from flying weapons through its airspace and Italy refused last-minute permission for US bombers to land in Sicily.
The Sun says, external that BBC bosses are being urged to say why the radio host, Scott Mills, was kept on air despite them reportedly knowing that he was interviewed by the police in 2018 about sex offences involving a boy aged under 16. The case was dropped in 2019. The paper says the BBC has remained "tight lipped" over what changed since the alleged original decision not to act.
The broadcaster sacked Mills on Monday over allegations related to his personal conduct. The BBC has not given any further details over the allegations and it is not clear what, if any, role a police investigation into sexual offences played in his sacking. The investigation, which began in 2016, was closed in 2019 after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges. Mills has been approached for comment.
According to the Times, external, an MP whose husband is accused of spying for China has been reported for inappropriate conduct with a senior naval officer working on Britain's nuclear deterrent. Joani Reid reportedly got "carried away" at a drinks reception during a visit to the Faslane naval base in Argyle and Bute last year. A source close to Ms Reid said claims she had been reported because of national security concerns were "opportunistic hypocrisy".
"Japanned", declares the Daily Mirror, external, while the Sun opts for, external "down the pan", as the back pages offer criticism of England's 1-nil defeat at Wembley last night. The Guardian says, external the fans who stayed until the final whistle "booed with feeling". "The only blessing", according to the Daily Express, external, is that "at least the World Cup is not just around the corner".
Trump says 'a whole civilisation will die tonight' if Iran doesn't make deal, as US hits Kharg Island
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Summary
- Donald Trump warns "a whole civilisation will die tonight"unless Iran reaches a deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz
- But the US president adds that "something revolutionarily wonderful can happen" before his deadline of 20:00 EDT on Tuesday for Iran to reopen the key shipping channel
- The US has carried out new strikes on military targets on Kharg Island, Iran's key oil export terminal
- Speaking in Budapest, Vice-President JD Vance says the US has "tools in our toolkit that we so far haven't decided to use" against Iran but adds the US has "fundamentally" completed its military objectives in the country
- Iranian state media report two people have been killed after a strike on a bridge in Kashan, hours after Israel warned Iranians not to take trains "for the sake of your security"
- The Israeli military says Iran has launched more missiles at Israel, after several Gulf nations report strikes overnight
US draws anti-China line in the sands of Jamaica
6 years agoby Ambassador Curtis A. Ward9 min read
Amb. Curtis A. Ward
US draws anti-China line in the sands of Jamaica
Ambassador Curtis A. Ward
(16 February 2020) — China’s rapid economic and geopolitical march through Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) has been particularly problematic for the US. The countries of the hemisphere are in America’s geographic backyard, and any increase in influence by China, or by any major economic or military global competitor in the region is considered to be a threat to US national security. President Donald Trump’s view of China as a national security threat is in sync with most members of the US Congress. Any divergence between them is in strategy and execution necessary to effectively counter China’s growing economic and geopolitical influences globally and in the region. United States policy towards China is multifaceted and complex. Oftentimes, it is incoherent.
China’s economic footprint can be found in several LAC countries, with China’s geopolitical and economic engagement overshadowing that of the United States in many. China’s strategy employs investments in infrastructure development (through loans and other state funding arrangements, as well as direct contracting); direct investments in extractive industries and agriculture, with rapidly expanding investments in energy and communication in a number of countries in the region; and increasing two-way trade between China and countries in the region, especially with countries of South America. While the Trump administration has focused on China’s economic engagement with, and support of Venezuela – a vexing issue for the Trump administration and one that is a major driver of US anti-China engagement in LAC – the Trump administration is steadfast in its opposition to China’s economic and geopolitical engagement everywhere in the hemisphere.
China’s visibility in LAC makes it easy for US diplomats in host countries to focus on China’s advances in the region. US diplomats drive on Chinese built roads and bridges and pay tolls to Chinese companies; they travel through airports built by Chinese engineers and financed through facilities provided by the Chinese government; they attend sporting events at stadia and arenas built by Chinese engineers, often with Chinese funds. Goods shipped to and from the US and countries of the region are likely to pass through Chinese-built seaports. American diplomats are wary of attending meetings in certain buildings, such as foreign ministries and other government headquarters built by Chinese engineers, China is outpacing the US in offering education and cultural exchange opportunities to countries such as Jamaica and other countries in the Caribbean. China’s trade relationships with countries in the region open new markets for Chinese goods and services and new markets for local and regional exporters to China.
I am not surprised by China’s global economic growth and influence in the region. Some 20 years ago, I had a conversation in the corridors of the UN Security Council with the then ambassador of China who impressed upon me what he termed as China’s main global objective. He was responding to a question I asked about an article in a major American newspaper on China’s increased military spending. He said China’s military spending, which paled in comparison to US military spending, was mischaracterized. The ambassador told me China’s interest was not in projecting military power on a global scale but that its military buildup was for defensive purposes. He emphasized then that China’s interest was in attaining global economic power. China has now achieved that objective, and is using its economic power to develop new geopolitical relationships.
Chisora vs Wilder LIVE: Start time, undercard, fight updates and results tonight
Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder square off in London, with the Briton planning to retire tonight – and Wilder’s own boxing future in doubt
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Tonight, heavyweight icons Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder will clash in front of a baying London crowd.
This will be the final fight in Chisora’s storied, up-and-down career; at least the Briton (36-13, 23 KOs) claims it will be, though retirement has long seemed a daunting prospect to the 42-year-old. Across the ring at the O2 Arena, Wilder’s own career may be on the line, even if the ex-world champion suggests he will carry on regardless of the result.
The American, 40, enters this fight on a 2-4 run after his long, dominant title reign, and has appeared reluctant to use his generational power in recent bouts. But Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) will need it against Chisora, given the latter’s trademark resilience and engine.
March 2026, Bank of America is navigating market volatility, warning that the traditional 60/40 investment model is broken due to rising inflation and geopolitical risks, while heavily investing in AI to drive digital client interactions. The bank is aggressively expanding its tech banking division with major hires and raising its 2026 oil price forecasts following Middle East supply concerns. Bank of America +4
- Market Outlook & Strategy: BofA warns that the 60/40 portfolio is failing in 2026, with this article from CNBC noting that this article from Yahoo Finance UK suggests the bank recommends new diversification strategies due to high inflation, as reported in this article from Bank of America Private Bank.
- Oil Price Forecast: Due to geopolitical conflicts, BofA projects Brent to average $77.50 in 2026, with potential for higher prices if disruptions continue, says this article from Yahoo Finance UK.
- AI and Digital Growth: The bank reported 30 billion client interactions fueled by AI, with 21.5 million "Life Plan" users and strong growth in digital engagement, notes this article from the Bank of America Newsroom.
- Personnel & Expansion: BofA is bolstering its technology investment banking team by poaching senior talent from competitors, including hiring Jason Rowe from Goldman Sachs and Mark Kirkham from Centerview Partners, according to this article from Reuters.
- Stock Performance: The stock (BAC) has seen volatility, down roughly 11.78% year-to-date as of early March 2026, reports this article from Yahoo Finance UK.
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Bank of America also announced the redemption of $2.8 billion in senior notes, this article from the Bank of America Newsroom notes. Bank of America
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Profiting From War: How Conflicts In Gaza And Ukraine Fuel The Arms Industry
War causes destruction, yet some profit. The US, a key arms supplier in Gaza and Ukraine, benefits via defence contracts. Trump eyes Gaza and Ukraine assets, while military spending hits $2.4 trillion
SHARE:War is evil. It brings death, destruction, and despair. Civilian casualties are common in modern wars. Children are left without parents, and often, parents helplessly watch their children die in front of them. Sometimes, entire families are wiped out. Targeting civilian infrastructure to weaken opponents and pressure them to surrender has now become a fair game. The humanitarian crisis that follows is even more painful to watch.
With that backdrop, it is hard to believe someone would see war as a business opportunity to make money during and after the end of the war. But they do. In the two ongoing wars in Gaza and Ukraine, the United States has been acting as the main arms supplier in both conflicts, with some European nations also contributing to a lower level. Defence contractors in these countries end up as the main beneficiaries of the arms transfer.
In the case of the Gaza conflict, the US declared upfront unconditional support for Israel and provided substantial arms and ammunition to it, most of which was used to destroy the civilian infrastructure and cause thousands of civilian casualties, creating a humanitarian crisis. By March 2025, total arms shipment exceeded 50,000 tons, transported by 500 transport planes and over 100 ships. The US arms manufacturers stand to benefit from this arms transfer by obtaining contracts to replenish the US military inventory.
President Trump’s proposal for the US to ‘own’ Gaza after the end of the war and the displacement of 2.3 million Palestinians who live there to nearby Arab states, to say the least, is abhorrent. It ignores the historical facts about the land and the Palestinians' deep connection to the land. Removing them from their land forcibly would be considered ethnic cleansing, which is against international law.
Global military expenditure rose for the ninth consecutive year in 2023 to surpass $2.4 trillion, driven by the Russia–Ukraine war, Israel’s multifaceted war in the Middle East, and wider geopolitical tensions
Trump then wants to clean up and redevelop the Gaza Strip, which he calls a pile of rubble, into a resort, calling it the ‘Riviera of the Middle East.’ What others see as a tragic situation in Gaza, Trump sees as a real estate development opportunity to make huge profits. He went on as far as to share on his social media account an AI-generated image of his proposed resort showing a beach and high-rise towers in the background, including one with the name Trump Gaza on it.
US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies aged 84
Summary
- US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84
- Jackson died peacefully on Tuesday morning surrounded by his family, they say in a statement
- "Our father was a servant leader - not only to our family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked around the world," the Jackson family say
- Jackson fought for civil rights alongside Martin Luther King Jrin the 1960s and was twice a candidate for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988
- A protege of King's, Jackson built a career around working to politically organise and improve the lives of African-Americans, and became a national force during his two White House campaigns, writes Anthony Zurcher
- He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2017 and was hospitalised for observation last November after being diagnosed with a degenerative condition
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Edited by Caitlin Doherty and Charlotte Hadfield
- 'Both now ancestors' - Martin Luther King Jr's daughter pays tributepublished at 12:3412:34
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Bernice King, the daughter of Martin Luther King Jr, has posted a photograph, external of her father alongside Jesse Jackson with the caption “both now ancestors.”
In a second post on X, King says describes Jackson as a "gifted negotiator and a courageous bridge‑builder, serving humanity by bringing calm into tense rooms and creating pathways where none existed".
Jackson was a protégé of King and was with his mentor at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, when King was assassinated in 1968.
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Joe Jackson is a Wolverhampton-based football coach and founder of NPV Football Development CIC (NPVFD), established in 1998 to mentor at-risk youth and deter gang violence through sport. A former Wolverhampton Wanderers player (circa 1984), he was named the Premier League's "More Than A Game" Community Captain in 2024. Key Details About Joe Jackson:
- Background: Grew up in Wolverhampton, signed schoolboy forms with Wolves at 14, and made his first-team debut in 1984 at age 18.
- NPV Football Development: Founded in 1998 in response to local gang culture, the program engages hundreds of young people, providing coaching, mentoring, and, in some cases, pathways back into education or employment.
- Community Impact: Works extensively with at-risk youngsters, offering, for instance, a “Learning Through Football” initiative that teaches life skills and discipline.
- Recognition: In 2024, he was honored by the Wolves Foundation for his 25+ years of community service. His work was also recognized in the House of Commons in June 2025.
- Contact/Location: Operates out of New Park Village/Heath Town in Wolverhampton.
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Reggae Land returns for 2026 on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August… bigger, deeper, and more cultural than ever.
As the UK’s largest reggae festival, Reggae Land brings together 130 artists across 7 stages for a full-scale celebration of reggae, roots, dancehall, dub and Caribbean culture.
Set at the iconic Milton Keynes Bowl, Reggae Land is more than a music festival. It’s a family, a meeting point, and a shared cultural experience, uniting generations through sound system energy, live bands, selectors, food, fashion and community.
From legendary icons to global voices shaping the future of reggae, Reggae Land delivers a carefully curated lineup alongside immersive spaces that honour the culture and push it forward.
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Chinsea Linda Lee, known professionally as Shenseea, is a Jamaican singer. She is best known for her guest appearance alongside Roddy Ricch on Kanye West's 2021 song "Pure Souls," which entered the Billboard Hot 100.
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Sauna Vs. Steam Room: Which One Is Better For Your Health? Experts Weigh In
Both forms of heat therapy have their benefits.
By Kaitlyn LuckoffPublished: Jun 08, 2025 7:00 AM EDT
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The newest social club? Saunas. Spending time in dry heat is a win-win—you can reap health benefits while hanging out with your friends (which seems like a trend everyone is doing now at wellness clubs). But steam rooms aren’t getting the same treatment—is there a reason why? Are they as helpful for your health?
In short, both saunas and steam rooms use heat to increase the body’s core temperature and sweat rate, says exercise physiologist Rachelle Reed, PhD, ACSM-EP. The main difference between the two is climate; the sauna is hotter, but steam rooms are more humid.
Meet the experts: Rachelle Reed, PhD, ACSM-EP, is an exercise physiologist and the Director of Health and Science at Perspire Sauna Studio in Athens, Georgia. Lance Dalleck, PhD, is a professor of exercise and sport science at Western Colorado University. Reuben Chen, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in sports medicine and pain management and the Chief Medical Advisor at Sunrider International.
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When your body is exposed to heat, it tries to re-regulate your temperature, which increases your heart rate, says Reed. So, if you use a sauna or steam room after a workout, it will somewhat prolong the cardiovascular workoutwhile you’re just sitting relaxing, she adds.
When you work hard to sweat, your systolic blood pressure can also increase, improving your circulation, Reed adds. Sweating in sauna or steam rooms may even lower your risk of heart disease, says Lance Dalleck, PhD, a professor of exercise and sport science at Western Colorado University.
So, which form of heat therapy should you make part of your post-workout practice? Ahead, experts dive into the benefits of both—and which one is more effective for your health.
Sauna Benefits
- It may help lower blood pressure. The heat causes the blood vessels to widen, which decreases blood pressure, Dalleck says.
- It can have cardiovascular benefits. Spending time in a sauna can be similar to the cardiovascular benefits of exercise, Reed says. “A lot of these long-term changes in the body systems that we see with heat therapy are really similar to what we see in somebody who's a regular exerciser for their whole lives,” she says. A 2022 study in the American Journal of Physiology found that regular sauna usage combined with frequent exercise can enhance cardiovascular health by decreasing cholesterol levels and blood pressure. While using the sauna doesn’t count as marathon training, it does raise your heart rate more than it would if you were sedentary.
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- It may help with muscle soreness after a workout. A 2022 study in Biology of Sport looked at 16 male basketball players who spent a week doing resistance training followed by a 20-minute sauna session, and the next week, doing passive recovery after training. Their muscle soreness was less severe and they recovered better after the sauna sessions.
- It may improve your mental health. Regular sauna users have a reduced risk of anxiety and depression symptoms, Dalleck says. A 2021 review of several studies in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health reveals sauna usage can manage the pressure on individuals in high-stress professions, such as firefighters, police officers, military personnel, and first responders, potentially reducing their risk of cardiometabolic diseases.
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Steam Room Benefits
- It may improve breathing. The moisture in the air can add moisture to the throat, says Reuben Chen, MD, a board-certified physician specializing in sports medicine and pain management. Steam can soothe the respiratory system, helping to loosen mucus, and improve congestion, which can also be beneficial for those with mild respiratory issues, he says. (If you have a respiratory virus, you should stay home until your symptoms improve, per the CDC—but you can still breathe in steam from a hot shower or a bowl of hot water, according to the CDC.)
- It can improve skin hydration and appearance. Using steam for facials opens pores, which leads to deeper cleansing and better removal of dirt and oil, potentially reducing acne, Chen says. This can reduce acne. The hydration from steam can also boost skin elasticity, he adds. However, more research is needed to confirm these benefits.
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This At-Home Skincare Routine Will Clear Acne- It may be more efficient than saunas. Your body cools itself off through sweating, then that sweat evaporates, which it can’t technically do in a steam room because of the humid environment. Reed says. So your core body temperature rises faster than it would in a sauna, meaning you can spend less time in a steam room while achieving those same benefits.
- It might improve cardiovascular health. Regular use of steam rooms has the potential to improve circulation by dilating blood vessels, potentially lowering blood pressure and supporting heart health, says Chen. A 2021 study in Advances in Integrative Medicine had 80 healthy volunteers either take a steam bath followed by a shower, or just take a shower. The group that took the steam bath and shower experienced decreased blood pressure, improving their cardiovascular function.
- It can help you recover after a workout. The heat in steam rooms can support muscle recovery by relaxing tight muscles and increasing blood flow, Chen says. This can help to reduce soreness after intense exercise.
The Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) is a worldwide, Holiness-Pentecostal denomination established in 1903 and headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee. It emphasizes Bible-based doctrine, the Trinity, salvation, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. With over 12,000 churches across 135 nations, it focuses on evangelism, worship, and community service. 
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Leslie Grant Obituary: GREAT IN EVERY WAY - INSPIRING- IMPACTFUL
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Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2016.Bishop Leslie D. Grant
Newburgh - Leslie Duncan Grant of Newburgh, NY was called home to meet his loving Savior on November 18, 2016 at The Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, NY. The son of the late George and Muriel Grant (Cameron) he was born on April 4, 1934 in Lucky Hill, St. Mary, Jamaica, West Indies. He was 82 years old.
He accepted the Lord as his personal Savior January 1, 1951 and soon after became a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. Six months later, he preached his first message, from Romans 8:1. He served in Jamaica W.I., as Victory Band Leader (Youth), Band Leader, Convention Clerk and Mission Worker.
In 1957 he migrated to Yorkshire, England and started preaching in many Methodist Churches conducting the first "Open Air Meeting" which created quite a stir.
January 3, 1959 he married Hermine Atkins and lived in London. From this union three children were born Desmond, Sandra and Mark.
In England he continued to serve the Church of God of Prophecy as a Sunday School Superintendent and National Sunday School Secretary until there were seventy churches with operating Sunday School Departments. After this, L.D., as he is known in England, "preached out" and organized a very strong church in Chelsea, (now Battersea). He wrote and directed plays, arranging concerts from which many came to know the Lord. He was interviewed on Radio Broadcast, filmed by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and this production is still shown! His plays are under copyright in England (He was offered a movie role, but declined preferring to live and preach the word of God.)
In 1969, he was appointed to Pastor the Tudor Road church in Bristol England, shortly thereafter was also appointed the first National Director of Evangelism. He also pastored Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, and Moss Lane East, Manchester churches in England. Other positions held during his years of ministering include National Evangelist and Special Evangelist. He was ordained as a Bishop by the Church of God of Prophecy on August 27, 1976.
After many, many years of encouragement on February 13, 1981 he and youngest son Mark, migrated first to the USA. Hermine and Sandra joined them on September 16, 1981 in Buffalo, NY which soon after arriving in the states he was asked to pastor. Whilst in Buffalo, NY he also worked as a counselor for the 700 Club. At this time he was also appointed as NYS Evangelist. August 1985 he was appointed Pastor of the 173 Broadway, Newburgh, NY church and for one year served as District Overseer. July 1991, he was appointed to Pastor the Manhattan Church. May 1992 he was blessed to be guest on a live broadcast given by Trinity Broadcasting Network. Bishop Grant returned many times to preach in Jamaica, WI. He also preached in Canada.
Surviving him are his wife, Hermine at home, son Desmond (Lileith) of Wolverhampton, England, Sandra (Wayne) Town of Newburgh, Mark of Newburgh. Grandchildren, Nyomee-elon, Sarah, Maiya, Wayne, Stephen, Hylton, Brandon, great grandson Cairo Jones, sister Imogene Allison, Kingston, Jamaica, WI and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by siblings Iselda, Gustavus, Infinetta, Gilbert, Mathias, Inez and Euzena.
Bishop Grant will repose 5-7 p.m. Friday, December 16, 2016 at Redeemed Christian Fellowship Church, 100 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY. Final visitation 8-10 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2016, Home Going Celebration 10:00 a.m. at the church. Entombment at Cedar Hill Mausoleum, Middle Hope, NY. Professional service entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Home, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY. "Committed To Being The Very Best" Call us anytime 569-1233.
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Jesse Jackson, Charismatic Champion of Civil Rights, Dies at 84
An impassioned orator, he was a moral and political force, forming a “rainbow coalition” of poor and working-class people and seeking the presidency. His mission, he said, was “to transform the mind of America.”
The Rev. Jesse Jackson acknowledged the applause of delegates at the 2000 Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles.Credit...Keith C. Meyers/The New York Times
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The Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose impassioned oratory and populist vision of a “rainbow coalition” of the poor and forgotten made him the nation’s most influential Black figure in the years between the civil rights crusades of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the election of Barack Obama, died on Tuesday at his home in Chicago. He was 84.
His death was confirmed by his family in a statement, which said that Mr. Jackson “died peacefully” but did not give a cause.
Mr. Jackson was hospitalized in November for treatment of a rare and particularly severe neurodegenerative condition, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), according to the advocacy organization he founded, the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. In 2017, he announced that he had Parkinson’s disease, which in its early stages can produce similar effects on bodily movements and speech.
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Mr. Jackson picked up the mantle of Dr. King after his assassination in 1968 and ran for president twice, long before Mr. Obama’s election in 2008. But he never achieved either the commanding moral stature of Dr. King or the ultimate political triumph attained by Mr. Obama.
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For nearly half a century, Cuban doctors have had a quiet but essential presence across the Caribbean—staffing hospitals, serving rural communities, and filling critical gaps in national healthcare systems.
Now that system may be starting to crack.
In recent days, Jamaica and Guyana have moved to unwind long-standing medical cooperation agreements with Havana as pressure from Washington intensifies. Jamaica announced it would terminate its decades-old medical mission arrangement after the two governments failed to reach new terms, while Guyana confirmed that Cuba is preparing to withdraw more than 200 doctors after a dispute over how those physicians are paid.
The developments may be the first signs of a broader regional ripple effect tied to Cuba’s deepening economic and energy crisis—one that has been exacerbated by Washington’s efforts to isolate the Cuban government and expand U.S. influence across the Caribbean and Latin America.
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The timing is especially notable. Cuba is already struggling through one of the most severe economic crises in decades, worsened by fuel shortages after the reduction of Venezuelan oil shipments that long helped power the island. With Havana operating under severe economic constraints, its ability to sustain international programs—including its signature medical diplomacy—has increasingly come into question.
The pressure is also being felt on the Cuban island itself. In recent days, protests have erupted in parts of the island as citizens frustrated by prolonged blackouts and food shortages have taken to the streets. In the city of Morón, demonstrators attacked and vandalized a local Communist Party office during a nighttime protest fueled by the worsening energy crisis, leading to multiple arrests. The unrest reflects growing frustration among Cubans facing rolling power outages that, in some areas, have lasted more than a dozen hours a day.
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Explosive meningitis outbreak is unprecedented, officials say
Two people have died following the outbreak in the Canterbury area of Kent
ByVicky Castle , Joshua Askew, South East and Nick Triggle, Health correspondent
- Published17 March 2026
An outbreak of meningitis that has killed a university student and a sixth former is unprecedented, health chiefs have said.
The number of confirmed cases of invasive meningitis in the Canterbury area stands at 15, with a targeted vaccination programme announced at the University of Kent.
Two people have died - a 21-year-old university student and Juliette, a sixth form pupil at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School in Faversham.
Susan Hopkins, chief executive of the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), said there was an "explosive nature" to the outbreak, while deputy chief medical officer Dr Thomas Waite said it was the quickest growing outbreak he had seen in his career.
Earlier, Health Secretary Wes Streeting described it as an unprecedented outbreak and a "rapidly developing situation".
Hopkins said it looked as though there had been a super spreader event, with the outbreak ongoing within university halls of residences, where there would have been parties and social mixing.
She said she could not yet confirm where the initial infection came from.
The UKHSA declared a national incident on Sunday to help ensure supplies of antibiotics.
Hopkins said in her 35 years in medicine, it was the most cases she had seen in a single weekend with this type of infection.
"It's the explosive nature that is unprecedented here - the number of cases in such a short space of time," she added.
About 5,000 students in university halls in Kent are to be offered the meningitis B vaccine, with the aim to prevent further disease in several weeks' time if somebody has been harbouring the infection.
Health officials have confirmed vaccinations will start on Wednesday.
Five schools in the county have confirmed or suspected cases and hundreds of people are being offered antibiotics as an immediate treatment.
Across the country, worried parents and students have been trying to get the jab privately, but pharmacists told the BBC they have either run out of stock or
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The government is not advising schools to close, although some in parts of Kent have shut.
The five schools with confirmed or suspected cases are Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School in Faversham, Norton Knatchbull School and Highworth Grammar School in Ashford, Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys in Canterbury and the Canterbury Academy.
Highworth Grammar School said on Tuesday that a Year 13 student was in hospital with a suspected case of meningitis.
"We are supporting all our students regarding this update, taking specific precautionary measures on hygiene and sharing key information regularly with the school community," it said.
An email to parents and carers at the Canterbury Academy, seen by the BBC, said that a student in Year 13 was being treated for meningococcal disease and was responding well to treatment with antibiotics.
Students continued to queue to receive antibiotics at the University of Kent on Tuesday.
George Doubtfire, who studies film, told the BBC that many students were leaving the campus and heading home.
Another student, Crystal MacPherson, said she was planning to stay indoors.
"People have died - it is quite crazy," the 21-year-old added.
Dr Leyla Hannbeck, of the Independent Pharmacies Association, said pharmacies, particularly in Kent, were seeing a "surge in demand" for private jabs.
But she said unfortunately stocks were running out, while some places had none left.
The UKHSA is urging anyone who may have been affected to take up antibiotic treatment
The UKHSA has urged anyone who visited Club Chemistry between 5 and 7 March to come forward for preventative antibiotic treatment as a precautionary measure.
The University of Kent has said its campus will remain open, despite all scheduled assessments for the next few days being cancelled.
Antibiotics will also be available at the Gate Clinic at Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Westgate Hall in Canterbury and the Carey Building at Thanet Hub in Westwood.
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When is Mother's Day and why do we celebrate it?
In the UK, there are so many annual dates, festivals and celebrations that it can be hard to keep up with them all. But one that always feels like it comes around quickly after the New Year is Mother’s Day.
Every family will have its own traditions, but it’s a celebration that’s been around for a long time and has looked very different throughout the generations. But why do we celebrate Mother’s Day?
Here, BBC Bitesize takes a closer look at the history of Mother’s Day in the UK, from its early origins to how it has changed over time. You can also find out more about how the holiday is celebrated worldwide below.
What is Mother's Day?
As its name suggests, Mother’s Day is an annual celebration honouring mothers and all that they do for us throughout the year. But it is much more than that and not confined to celebrating only mothers.
Mother’s Day is also a time to celebrate all maternal bonds and the strong women in our lives who have influenced us and who mean the most to us. It is a day to honour our nans, aunties, sisters, stepmums, teachers, carers and many other inspiring role models and female figures.
Today, Mother’s Day usually involves gift-giving, cards, and family gatherings, as well as other family traditions. But it hasn’t always been that way.
Why do we celebrate Mother's Day?
Mother’s Day has been celebrated in various ways around the globe for centuries – and looks quite different to how generations know it to be today. Its origins in the UK are said to date back to the Middle Ages and the celebrations were less focused on mothers and more about their homes and “mother churches.”
Centuries ago, it was tradition for people who had moved away to come back to visit their home and the churches they were usually baptised or used to visit on the fourth Sunday of the Christian festival of Lent. This was known to many as Mothering Sunday.
A later custom also saw domestic servants and live-in apprentices get the day off to visit their mothers, family and local churches. But many say Mother’s Day evolved into the celebration we know today through the influence of American Mother’s Day over a century ago.
The American Mother’s Day was founded back in 1908 by Anna Jarvis in West Virginia. She campaigned for the special day to celebrate mothers following the death of her own mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, who had long wanted the work of mothers to be recognised.
Following this, in the 20th-century, the American holiday also saw commercial success, with many countries since adopting the tradition of buying cards, flowers and going for family meals. However, the commercialisation of Mother’s Day is said to have horrified Anna Jarvis, who at one point campaigned to have the day rescinded.
When is Mother's Day 2026?
In the UK, Mother’s Day is celebrated annually – but doesn’t always fall on the same day each year. This is because the centuries-old Christian tradition, also known as Mothering Sunday, is tied to the lunar calendar which changes every year.
Mother’s Day in the UK is always celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent – three weeks before Easter Sunday – which usually falls in March or early April. In 2026, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on 15 March.
When is Mother's Day celebrated worldwide?
Mother’s Day is held on different days every year around the world - usually due to religious traditions or national dates that have been in place for generations. Some celebrate on the same day it falls on in the UK, but different cultures and countries also celebrate Mother’s Day and have their own traditions on a separate day.
For example, Nigeria and Ireland are among those that celebrate Mother’s Day on the fourth Sunday of Lent like the UK. But International Mother’s Day is widely celebrated on the second Sunday in May by countries like Australia, USA, Canada, Germany, China and Japan.
Several countries also celebrate Mother’s Day on 8 March, which coincides with International Women’s Day. This includes the likes of Albania, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Moldova, Montenegro, Uzbekistan and more.
Other countries celebrate Mother’s Day on the first official day of spring every year, which symbolises the nurturing nature of mothers and renewal. This includes Egypt, which has continued this tradition since 1956.
Since 1922, Mexico has celebrated Mother’s Day on 10 May, whereas in Thailand, it is celebrated annually on 12 August to coincide with the birthday of Queen Sirikit, who was honoured as mother of the nation. In France, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the last Sunday in May, unless it coincides with Pentecost (Whitsun).
There are so many more to mention with fascinating stories behind them. And similarly, not all nations celebrate Father’s Day on the same day every year, or the same day as other areas around the world.
What Mother's Day traditions are there?
As mentioned earlier, in the UK and around the globe Mother’s Day usually involves gift-giving, cards, and family gatherings to mark the occasion. There are so many to mention – but here, we look at just a few of the unique traditions worldwide.
Coinciding with the birthday of Queen Sirikit, in Thailand, it is tradition to to wear light blue – the Queen’s colour – as well as to give mothers white jasmine flowers, which symbolise purity and enduring love. In Japan, Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday of May and it is tradition to gift red carnations, which also symbolise love.
In Mexico, families gather on 10 May for meals and often hire mariachi bands to play songs such as Las Mañanitas. The celebration is known as Día de Las Madres. In some countries, it is instead celebrated through a festival.
In Ethiopia, mothers are celebrated during a three-day festival called Antrosht, usually held in early autumn. In Serbia, Mother’s Day, known as Materice, is celebrated on the second Sunday before Christmas as part of a three-week holiday focusing on family unity – consisting of Children’s Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
What if you don't feel like celebrating?
Depending on your situation or circumstances, you and your loved ones might not feel like celebrating Mother's Day - and that's OK. Here, we have some more articles that might help.
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Commonwealth Day 2026 Message from His Majesty The King, Head of the Commonwealth
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We join together on this Commonwealth Day at a time of great challenge and great possibility. Across our world, communities and nations face the increasing pressures of conflict, climate change and rapid transformation. Yet it is often in such testing moments that the enduring spirit of the Commonwealth is most clearly revealed.
Ours is a remarkable association that spans every ocean and continent. Embracing an extraordinary diversity of culture, language and faith, our Commonwealth family is united by shared values of justice, democracy, opportunity, compassion and mutual respect. In a world that can feel increasingly fragmented, this voluntary union of free association remains rare and precious – a forum for open and honest discussion and debate to help improve the lives of the nearly three billion people who call our member states home.
Our Commonwealth of Nations holds untapped potential for prosperous trade between trusting partners. With nearly two-thirds of our population under the age of thirty, we are a family defined by youth and possibility. It is our shared responsibility to ensure that they inherit not only hope and ambition, but also a world in which they can flourish.
That inheritance depends upon the health of our planet and on the restoration of the natural world on which we depend. Across so many parts of our Commonwealth, climate change is not an abstract or distant threat, but a lived reality. The stewardship of nature, the protection of oceans and forests, and the pursuit of prosperity secured in harmony with the natural world are duties we owe not only to one another, but to generations yet unborn.
As we look ahead to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda later this year, we are reminded that the great gatherings of our nations are strengthened by the daily endeavours of their people. What distinguishes the Commonwealth is not only what our governments resolve together, but what our people do each day in countless acts of service, enterprise and creativity. When leaders meet, they do so on behalf of millions whose quiet determination, resilience and generosity give true meaning to our shared endeavour.
Working together, we can ensure that the Commonwealth continues to stand as a force for good – grounded in community, committed to the kind of restorative sustainability that has a return on investment, enriched by culture, steadfast in its care for our planet, and united in friendship and in the service of its people.
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Irie FM has indeed been a key part of cultural celebrations at the Paul Bogle Memorial Site in Stony Gut, St Thomas, particularly during the Morant Bay Rebellion Cultural Experience. Event Highlights at Stony Gut
- Outside Broadcasts: Irie FM often provides live outside broadcasts for memorial events, bringing the history of Stony Gut to a national audience.
- Cultural Celebrations: These events typically feature live Kumina bands, traditional Jamaican cookouts, and opportunities to meet descendants of Paul Bogle.
- Historical Retracing: Celebrations often start at the Morant Bay Courthouse before journeying to Stony Gut, the birthplace of National Hero Paul Bogle.
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Jamaican officials say more casualties expected after Hurricane Melissa causes 'total devastation'
30 October 2025
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- Hurricane Melissa has torn a path of total devastation across parts of the Caribbean
- Dozens have been killed, including at least five people in Jamaica and a further 20 in Haiti, and there has been "considerable damage" in Cuba - here's a closer look at the hurricane's impact
- In Jamaica, officials say more casualties are expected, as the country grapples with power outages
- A team of BBC reporters is travelling across Jamaica - follow along as they bring us on-the-ground updates
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When the English captured Jamaica from the Spaniards in 1655, they saw the potential wealth that sugar cane known then as "yellow gold" could bring them. The English were however not physically capable of growing sugar canes themselves as this was a crop that required intensive manual labour.
By then, the Arawak Indians, the original natives of the island, had become extinct. Natural disasters such as hurricanes as well as the diseases they contracted from the Spanish who held them captive for many years, virtually wiped out this indigenous population.
The English then looked towards the continent of Africa, where it was said that the Africans could withstand the heat and their bodies were more resistant to diseases. The majority of the slaves, who were taken from West Africa, endured a dreadful journey to the West Indies referred to as "The Middle Passage". By the late 18th Century, it was noted that Jamaica had the largest number of slaves in the British West Indies and a most successful sugar industry.
As the manufacturing and export of sugar and its by products such as molasses and rum thrived, the slave trade flourished. There were however, a few members of the British Parliament who having seen the conditions in which the slaves were forced to live, were strongly opposed to slavery thus sparking an anti-slavery debate.
First came the abolition of the slave trade in 1808. In 1823, the Anti-Slavery Society was founded with the Quakers taking a prominent role along with a number of influential men like William Wilberforce, Granville Sharp and Thomas Clarkson.
Investigations and arguments by members of this society revealing the horrors of slavery, lead to the passing of the Emancipation Act on July 31, 1834 in the British West Indies at midnight. However, full freedom to all slaves was not granted until four years later by Queen Victoria of England on August 1, 1838.
Emancipation meant that Jamaica's over 300,000 slaves were now free to choose what they wanted to do with their lives. Some persons remained on the sugar estates and worked for wages, which they later used to buy land for themselves while others headed for the hillside eventually forming free villages the first of which is Sligoville, located in St. Catherine.
What is the plan for digital IDs and will they be mandatory?
ByRachel Hagan
- Published26 September 2025
Updated 29 September 2025
The government has announced plans to introduce a digital ID system across the UK, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer saying it will ensure the country's "borders are more secure".
The IDs will not have to be carried day-to-day, but they will be compulsory for anyone wanting to work.
The government says the scheme will be rolled-out "by the end of the Parliament" - meaning before the next general election, which by law must be held no later than August 2029.
Why is the government introducing digital IDs?
The digital IDs will be used to prove a person's right to live and work in the UK.
They will take the form of an app-based system, stored on smartphones in a similar way to the NHS App or digital bank cards.
Information on the holders' residency status, name, date of birth, nationality and a photo will be included.
Announcing the scheme, Sir Keir said: "You will not be able to work in the United Kingdom if you do not have digital ID. It's as simple as that."
The government says the scheme is designed to curb illegal immigration by making it harder for people without status to find jobs. Ministers argue this is one of the key pull factors for migrants entering the UK illegally.
Employers will no longer be able to rely on a National Insurance number - which is currently used as part of proof of right to work - or paper-based checks.
At the moment, it is quite easy to borrow, steal or use someone else's National Insurance number and that is part of the problem in the shadow economy - people sharing National Insurance numbers for example. The idea is that having a picture attached would make it - in theory - harder to abuse that system.
However, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said that while there are arguments "for and against" digital ID, making it mandatory "requires a proper national debate".
In a post on X she said: "Can we really trust [Labour] to implement an expensive national programme that will impact all of our lives and put additional burdens on law abiding people? I doubt it."
Liberal Democrats' Shadow Attorney General Ben Maguire told the BBC the party was "struggling" to see how the policy would have a meaningful impact on illegal migration.
Will digital ID be compulsory and what else could it be used for?
Digital ID will be available to all UK citizens and legal residents, and mandatory in order to work.
However, for students, pensioners or others not seeking work, having a digital ID will be optional.
Officials also stress it will not function like a traditional identity card: people will not be required to carry it in public.
Ministers have ruled out requiring the ID for access to healthcare or welfare payments.
However, the system is being designed to integrate with some government services, to make applications simpler and reduce fraud.
The government said that, in time, digital IDs would make it easier to apply for services such as driving licences, childcare and welfare. It said it would also simplify access to tax records.
The government said they could also be used to "streamline verification processes across private sectors", for example when opening a bank account.
Announcing the scheme, Sir Keir Starmer said: "You will not be able to work in the United Kingdom if you do not have digital ID. It's as simple as that."
Will people who don't have a smartphone need a digital ID card?
The government has promised the system will be "inclusive" and work for those without smartphones, passports or reliable internet access.
A public consultation expected to be launched later this year will include looking at alternatives - potentially including physical documents or face-to-face support - for groups such as older people or the homeless.
Which other countries already have ID cards?
The UK government has said it will "take the best aspects" of digital ID systems used elsewhere around the world, including Estonia, Australia, Denmark and India.
Each of these countries has its own unique system, but all use it as a way for people to prove who they are when accessing certain government or banking services.
- Estonia introduced its mandatory digital ID system in 2002, and people use it to access medical records, voting, banking and digital signatures. It's primarily stored on peoples' smartphones as a digital version of an ID card
- Australia and Denmark have digital ID apps that people can download and use to log into government and private services. Neither require citizens to have it
- India has a system through which people can obtain a unique 12-digit reference number to use as proof of residence and identity
Many other countries also use digital ID of one kind or another, including Singapore, Greece, France, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the United Arab Emirates, China, Costa Rica, South Korea and Afghanistan.
Has the UK tried to introduce ID cards before?
Yes. Tony Blair's Labour government legislated for voluntary ID cards in the early 2000s.
However, the scheme was scrapped in 2011 by the Conservative-led coalition, which argued it was too costly and intrusive.
The UK has only had compulsory ID cards during wartime. Although they stayed in place for several years after World War Two, Winston Churchill's government scrapped them in 1952 following criticism over costs and police use.
Why are some people against digital ID?
Civil liberties groups argue that even a limited digital ID could pave the way for a more intrusive system, raising concerns about privacy, data security and government overreach.
Big Brother Watch, alongside seven other organisations, has written to the prime minister urging him to abandon the plan, saying it will "push unauthorised migrants further into the shadows".
More than 2.4 million people have signed a petition against introducing digital ID cards, on the UK Parliament website. Petitions that get more than 100,000 signatures are considered for a debate in Parliament.
Other prominent critics include the former Conservative cabinet minister David Davis - who campaigned against Labour's ID card scheme in the 2000s.
He said "no system is immune to failure" and warned governments and tech companies have repeatedly failed to protect people's data.
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Stephen’s story is both challenging and inspirational. He was a normal young person who made the most of everyday opportunities. Although his life was short, Stephen provides a positive role model of a life well lived.
Stephen Lawrence was born and grew up in south-east London, where he lived with his parents Neville and Doreen, his brother Stuart and sister Georgina.
Like most young people, he juggled an active social life, school work, family commitments, and part-time employment. But he also had ambitions to use his talent for maths, art, and design to become an architect, and wanted to have a positive impact on his community.
Tragically, his dream of becoming an architect was never realised. On 22 April 1993, at the age of just 18, Stephen was murdered in an unprovoked racist attack. He didn’t know his killers and his killers didn’t know him.
After the initial police investigation, five suspects were arrested but not convicted. A public inquiry into the handling of Stephen’s case was held in 1998, leading to the publication of the Macpherson Report, which has been called ‘one of the most important moments in the modern history of criminal justice in Britain’.
It led to profound cultural changes in attitudes to racism, to the law and to police practice. It also paved the way for a greater understanding of discrimination of all forms and new equalities legislation.
Justice for Stephen is about all of us, every one of us, in society having justice. There are still too many young people who do not have a sense of hope, who just don’t get the chance to live their dreams. I want all our children and young people to feel inspired, be confident and have hope in their own future. We are building hope but there is more to do.
- BARONESS LAWRENCE, SPEAKING AT 20TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL IN 2013
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First 25 buses arrive for Gov’t rural school transport programme
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Twenty-five of 110 new school buses designated for rural students arrived at Kingston Wharves today, marking what Transport Minister Daryl Vaz described as “one of the most transformative policy initiatives ever taken by any Government since Independence.”
The delivery, part of the Government of Jamaica’s new Rural School Bus Programme, is aimed at improving transportation access for students attending 258 rural schools across all 14 parishes.
Vaz was joined by Education Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon and Finance Minister Fayval Williams to oversee the offloading and initial inspection of the buses, which form the first batch of a phased rollout scheduled to conclude in early July, a ministry statement said.
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Stony Gut
Stony Gut, a small village located in the parish of St. Thomas, is the birth place of Jamaica’s National Hero, Paul Bogle. He was a deacon of the Baptist Church, located in the same village. It was in this village that, what was to be later called the Morant Bay Rebellion, began. Paul Bogle, his brother Moses Bogle, and the people of Stony Gut walked to Spanish Town to air their grievances against the injustices and oppression faced in the Parish to Governor Edward Eyre.
On their return a violent protest, initiated by Paul Bogle, broke out which led to the death of a few militia men and Paul Bogle’s followers. Many of were arrested and punished while Paul Bogle himself was hanged.
The rebellion in the end brought about changes in the poor social and economic conditions of the peasants not only in St. Thomas but throughout the island. The rebellion was also the backdrop to the constitutional change which abolished the old representative system in favour of Crown Colony Government.
Morant Point Lighthouse
The Morant Point Lighthouse built in 1841 is listed by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust as a National Monument. It is the oldest lighthouse in the island. Built of cast iron tube, cast in London it is 100 feet long with a diameter of 5 feet at the base, and 3 feet at the cap. It is located in the most easterly point of the Island. The labour used in erecting the Lighthouse was supplied by kru-men from Africa. They were among the free Africans who were brought to Jamaica.
St. Thomas Parish Church
The St. Thomas Parish Church in Morant Bay is of brick construction. It was built in 1865 when the original Church situated at Church Corner was abandoned because of dilapidation.
The St. Thomas Parish Church in Morant Bay is of brick construction. It was built in 1865 when the original Church situated at Church Corner was abandoned because of dilapidation. The east wall of the Church has a brick with the date 1865 baked into it.
Bath Mineral Spa
The mineral spa or spring at Bath in the parish of St. Thomas was discovered by a run-a-way slave in the 1690s. When he discovered that the water of the mineral spring had healed the wounds that had plagued him for years, he decided to brave the wrath of his master to tell him the good news.
The mineral spring at Bath flows from two (2) rocks, which produces both cold and hot water. The water is mixed before it enters the bathhouses, which are built for guests. The water in the spring is not mixed and so it is very hot. The spring is rich in sulphur and lime and is believed to be very good for the treatment of rheumatic ailments and skin diseases.
Morant Bay Fort
Situated behind the Morant Bay Court House overlooking the harbour is the Morant Bay Fort. The fort which was probably built in 1758 was designed for nine guns. The fort is built of brick and cut stone approximately four inches thick. The guns were mounted on elaborate cast iron carriages.
The three guns that remain are 24 pounders manufactured in the early 19th century. At one time there was a magazine and a barracks attached to the fort.
The fort as well as the courthouse was the scene of trouble during the 1865 Morant Bay riots.
Heritage Sites by Parish
- Clarendon
- Hanover
- Kingston
- Manchester
- Portland
- St. Andrew
- St. Ann
- St. Catherine
- St. Elizabeth
- St. James
- St. Mary
- Trelawny
- Westmoreland
Learn more about Jamaican Heritage Sites here.
Vital Powers
Artist & Content Creator (BBC / Ditto Music)
VITAL POWERS is a BBC Presenter, Music Artist, DITTO Music Video Content Creator & Mentor. Originally from Wolverhampton, moved to London for 2 years, now currently living in California, USA. VITAL has English and Jamaican heritage has been creating music, and videos and working in the creative industry for over 15 years with a strong belief in family & respect.
Where are you based?
Currently The Bay Area in California, America.
Where do you work? What do you do?
I work as a professional music artist and content creator, with companies like Ditto Music, BBC and other small organisations.
What are you listening to?
- Trill Troy – For A Trillion Summers (E.P)
- Chronixx – Same Prayer
- Kendrick Lamar – Rich Spirit & Silent Hill
- Burna Boy – 23
- Skilli Beng – Blessings
- Popcaan – Family
How do you discover new music?
I discover new music in passing, when I’m out and about, from friends, I never look for it, I just happen on it – it’s the best way to discover artists and naturally enjoy the music.
Rarely ever do I search or look online for new music. Usually, I’ll just be around people who have great playlists.
What formats do you usually listen to? LP, CD, Cassette, Digital, Streaming Services? Why?
I will still indulge and buy a CD or some vinyl from time to time but I consume music solely via streaming platforms / DSPs or at LIVE shows!
“I discover new music in passing, when I’m out and about, from friends, I never look for it, it’s the best way to discover and naturally enjoy it.”
Where do you do most of your music listening?
I take music in most whilst I’m driving, travelling or exploring. It’s something about the consistency of new visuals that really makes music speak to me; loudly, openly, and clearly. That’s how I also listen to my own music when curating, testing and perfecting draft versions.
Also, I enjoy a social gathering, vibing to music that has just been released by an artist like Skepta, Drake or some new artist I may have heard rumblings about.
How do you find and listen to pre-release music?
I never really do, I’m a fan of music, and I like to enjoy music when all the other fans hear it – a version of Drake’s album got leaked last year, I had it sent to me, and I never even opened the folder. It would just wreck my future experience.
What are your frustrations with listening to music digitally? Any benefits?
My only frustrations are that it’s difficult to really remember because music is processed like microwave food, quickly, here today, gone tomorrow, so I appreciated artists who really give the music an extra push and long out the campaigns and promotion around it.
Links in my emails I ignore, I don’t really download music at all if I’m being honest, and who uses SoundCloud?
“Links in my emails I ignore, I don’t really download music at all if I’m being honest”
How do you keep track of everything you are listening to?
I use Apple Music to stream, all the things I play are in my search history. So from time-to-time I can go back and listen there!
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- How Dancehall Took On The Charts – And Won
- The Most Surprising Musical Friendships
The Wailers – Get Up, Stand Up
As a teenager battling to build a career, Bob Marley quickly grasped the importance of the songwriter’s craft. As a result, his songbook is packed with material that resonates beyond reggae. “Get Up, Stand Up,” co-written by Bob’s fellow Wailer Peter Tosh in 1973, served as a wake-up call to the world about the talent of both artists, as well as the spirituality and militancy of Rastafarian reggae. It reveals Bob’s understanding of the Black struggle, and Peter’s righteous fury about it. Their God is not a cosmic figure, but a living God; that’s why they were calling for justice in this life, not the next.
Get Up Stand Up (Official Fan Video 'Legend 30th') - Bob Marley
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Junior Byles – A Place Called Africa
The roots of Black people were a hot topic for reggae songs in 1971, but polemic was not enough for Junior Byles when he wrote “A Place Called Africa.” He focused on a personal story: his mama told him that was where he was from, and he demanded to know why he was suffering in Jamaica when his roots lay elsewhere. The result placed a complex subject in a context that could move any heart. One of several moments of genius in the career of a singer who has never been given the rewards he deserved.
Toots & The Maytals – Sweet And Dandy
If you want to know how ordinary country folk live, laugh, and love in The Isle Of Springs, hear this glorious song from 1969, in which The Maytals tell the story of a wedding. It’s all here: the price of the wedding cake, the disputes, the fun, and their drink of choice. A taste of the real Jamaica in one of the best reggae songs ever recorded.
UB40 – One In 10
Some fans regard the British band UB40 as a pop-reggae outfit, especially given the massive success of “Red, Red Wine.” But Jamaica takes them at face value: they are a proper reggae act that tackles both heavy topics and lighter ones. “One In 10,” a 1981 hit, examines how everyone suffers, and how much of that suffering is ignored. Highly political yet movingly humane, it is firmly in the reggae tradition.
One In Ten
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The Specials – Ghost Town
The original incarnation of 2Tone founders The Specials signed off with this dark and brooding tune from 1981, when the UK was going through a deep economic slump. “Ghost Town,” spookily resonant and weighty, hit No 1 in Britain. It was an influence on The Rolling Stones’ song of the same title, just as it was inspired by Prince Buster All Stars’ 1967 obscurity “7 Wonders Of The World.”
Althea & Donna – The West
Althea & Donna are widely known for “Uptown Top Ranking,” an amusing UK No.1 in 1977-78 which presented two seemingly trivial teens boasting about how fashionable and sexy they were. But note their hit record’s line “I strictly roots”: their Uptown Top Ranking album holds a number of serious reggae songs, including this gem, which insists the West will receive just punishment for the crime of slavery.
The West (Remastered 2001)
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Junior Murvin – Police And Thieves
Junior Murvin had been recording for the best part of a decade with little success when he showed up at Lee Perry’s Kingston studio in 1976 and auditioned “Police And Thieves.” It told an uncomplicated if pointed tale about crime in Jamaica, presenting both parties as two sides of the same coin. It caught the mood of that year’s long hot summer in London, appearing to soundtrack the rioting around that year’s Notting Hill Carnival in London. Punk band The Clash covered it, and the original charted in the UK two years later.
Police & Thieves
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Burning Spear – Slavery Days
Burning Spear’s Marcus Garvey is packed with some of his best songs and it is difficult to pick one. But “Slavery Days” remains a potent reminder why Black African people found themselves in Jamaica and are still suffering hundreds of years later. Spear, a singer full of the light of life, makes a bleak subject a celebration of the unperishable Black soul.
Slavery Days
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Deborahe Glasgow – Champion Lover
Reggae songs can be overtly carnal. “Champion Lover,” delivered in Jamaica by British lovers rock singer Deborahe Glasgow, was full of female desire – Deborahe was threatening to “kill you with it”! It was a reggae smash in 1989, and Shabba Ranks climbed aboard the rhythm that year to create “Mr. Lover Man,” Deborahe’s vocal still prominent. When Shabba remade his version in 1992, Deborahe’s voice was replaced by Chevelle Franklin’s. While this makeover became a huge pop hit, the song’s sexual identity was flipped. “Champion Lover” offers the song’s original attitude: a strong, proud woman at her passionate pinnacle.
Delroy Wilson – Better Must Come
Delroy Wilson was one of reggae’s signature voices, relied upon to deliver the vocal goods for decades. He is known for tales of love, but had a knack for making a powerful point, as heard on 1972’s anthem of hope over dissatisfaction, “Better Must Come.”
Ken Boothe – I’m Not For Sale
Slavery is a recurring theme in Jamaican music, but Ken Boothe’s powerfully direct “I’m Not For Sale” examines it at another level, the singer rebuffing a woman who thinks he can be bought. It was inspired by the phenomenon where comparatively wealthy tourists sought sexual gratification with poor Jamaicans, not bothering to consider the grim implications. Aided by mournful horns that underline this unhappy situation, Boothe, one of reggae’s most lauded vocalists, shakes your ideas as well as your hips here.
Bunny Wailer – Blackheart Man
Children in Jamaica were told to avoid Rastas, counsel that treated these serious religious adherents like bogeymen. Bunny Wailer recalls this in a song that melds folklore, his own upbringing, and the Rastafarian beliefs he acquired when he understood the reality of the situation. Full of his customary stateliness and gentle, folky way with a melody, “Blackheart Man” was an instant classic when released in 1976.
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Bob Andy – Life
Bob Andy was reggae’s philosopher, singing his best songs in an utterly controlled, highly soulful voice. While he is best known for hit duets with Marcia Griffiths such as a cover of “Young, Gifted And Black,” his own material is just as strong and deep. “Life,” from 1972, urges the listener to take a path of creativity, effort, and peace. If you think that sounds rather bumptious, this gifted writer was not fooled into thinking he had his subject worked out: Bob sings “Heed my foolish words.”
The Abyssinians – Satta Massagana
Rastafarianism had been an alternative way of life in Jamaica for decades, its adherents scorned like a criminal underclass. Reggae gave this religion an outlet for its reasonings, and among the key figures who put it on record were the harmony trio The Abyssinians. “Satta Massagana,” meaning sit down and give thanks, is delivered with religious fervor; the group even sings in Amharic, showing true devotion. First recorded in 1969, it has resonated in reggae ever since.
Culture – Innocent Blood
Culture, a vocal group, came to prominence in 1977 with Two Sevens Clash,
BRIXTON COMMUNITY
The Electric Avenue referred to by the British musician Eddy Grant in his 1982 single by the same name is located in the South London borough of Lambeth, specifically the Brixton neighborhood. Notably, this road was the first market street in the world to be lit by electricity in the late 1800s—hence its name.
What is culture?
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Culture encompasses religion, food, what we wear, how we wear it, our language, marriage, music and is different all over the world.
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Culture is the characteristics and knowledge of a particular group of people, encompassing language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music and arts.
The Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition goes a step further, defining culture as shared patterns of behaviors and interactions, cognitive constructs and understanding that are learned by socialization. Thus, culture can be seen as the growth of a group identity fostered by social patterns unique to the group.
"Culture encompasses religion, food, what we wear, how we wear it, our language, marriage, music, what we believe is right or wrong, how we sit at the table, how we greet visitors, how we behave with loved ones and a million other things," Cristina De Rossi, an anthropologist at Barnet and Southgate College in Suicide is the biggest killer of young people aged 35 and under in the UK. We believe that suicide is preventable. PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide was founded in 1997 by a group of bereaved parents, who had each lost a child to suicide.
Our founding parents shared core beliefs that suicide is preventable, and that those of us with lived experience of suicide have a valuable and unique contribution to make to the wider conversation around suicide.
Our stories, and those of our children and young people, create an important narrative which can help change society, protect life and prevent future suicides. In the last few years, the rate of young suicide in the UK has been increasing. We want to support, equip, influence and engage with communities across the UK, through training, awareness raising and policy change, to reduce the number of young suicides and to ENABLE LIFE.
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Suicide is the biggest killer of those under 35 in the UK. We only learned this terrifying fact because our daughters took their own lives. By raising awareness, we hope we can help prevent other families from being devastated by suicide.
CLIVE MYRIE - CARIBBEAN ADVENTURES
CLIVE MYRIE’S CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE LANDS ON BBC, MONDAY 27 MAY
Date Posted: May 23, 2024
Clive once again returns to screens with his new travel series, Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure, a celebration of island life and Clive’s own ancestry.
In this AlleyCats TV production, Clive seeks to reconnect with family, explore his own heritage and experience the rich mix of cultures that makes island life so very special. The series was produced and funded by Northern Ireland Screen.
Following on from his much loved Italian Road Trip, this time Clive embarks on an epic journey to reconnect with family, explore his own heritage and experience the rich mix of cultures that makes island life so very special.
In this 15×30 series, Clive will take viewers across the four islands of Jamaica, Cuba, Barbados and the Dominican Republic, unearthing family roots and forging personal connections with each unique location.
Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure airs from Monday 27 May on iPlayer BBC Two at 6.30pm. All episodes will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer from Monday 27 May.
We were all lied to and this is the proof
Aftermath
By the end of 1865 the "Governor Eyre Case" had become the subject of widespread national debate. In January 1866, a Royal Commission was sent to investigate the events. Governor Eyre was suspended and recalled to England and eventually dismissed. The national government changed that of Jamaica. The House of Assembly resigned its charter, and Jamaica was made a Crown Colony, governed directly by Britain.[9]
The "Eyre Controversy" turned into a long and increasingly public issue, dividing well-known figures of the day. It may have contributed to the fall of the government.
Just like how the National trust in the uk have a responsibility to maintain our historic buildings and land in Britain, what good will is available for the buildings and land in Jamaica.
Addressing our histories of colonialism and historic slavery
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- Introducing the report into colonialism and historic slavery
- The links between wealth and slavery at places in our care
- Records and depictions of people of African and Asian descent
- Our collections and slavery
- Connections with trade and the East India Company
CASS : competition for honor the movie
Football fan rivalries are intense, often historic conflicts between supporter groups driven by geographical proximity, competition for honors, or socio-political differences. Key examples include Celtic-Rangers, Liverpool-Man United, and El Clásico, which define the passion and often volatile atmosphere of the sport. These rivalries are deeply embedded in local culture, sometimes leading to violent "hooliganism". This video shows a heated debate about some of the best local football rivalries:
25:22WHFCYouTube • 22 Jan 2026Major Global and Regional Rivalries
- UK & Ireland: Celtic vs. Rangers (The Old Firm) is often cited as the most intense due to religious/political divides. Liverpool vs. Manchester United is a major rivalry based on city competitiveness. Other key matches include Arsenal vs. Tottenham (North London), Newcastle vs. Sunderland, and West Ham vs. Millwall.
- Europe: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona (El Clásico), AC Milan vs. Inter Milan (Derby della Madonnina), Galatasaray vs. Fenerbahçe (Kitalararasi Derbi), and Roma vs. Lazio (Derby della Capitale).
- South America: Boca Juniors vs. River Plate (Superclásico).
Key Factors Driving Rivalry
- Geography (Derbies): Matches between teams from the same city or region (e.g., Aston Villa vs. Birmingham City, Merseyside Derby).
- Historical/Social Context: Religious, political, or class differences often fuel the hatred between clubs, such as the sectarian tensions in the Old Firm.
- Competition for Success: When two teams frequently battle for league titles or trophies, it elevates the intensity (e.g., Manchester City vs. Manchester United).
Rivalry Dynamics & Hooliganism
- Shifting Rivalries: A Sky Sports survey found that 22% of fans feel their main rival is no longer their traditional one, often based on who is currently competing for top spots.
- Two-Way vs. One-Way: Many rivalries are not mutual; for instance, while Burnley vs. Blackburn is a classic, many smaller clubs in the area see Burnley as their primary rival.
- Hooliganism: Extreme, violent behavior by some fan groups can create dangerous environments, sometimes, but not always, connected to the club’s history.
This video explores some of the intense rivalries in English football:25:22WHFC
Cass (2008 film)
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Cass is a 2008 British crime dramafilm. It stars Nonso Anozie as Cass Pennant and is directed by Jon S. Baird.
Plot
Cass is based on the true story of the life of Cass Pennant, adapted from his book. The film tells of how he was adopted by an elderly white couple in 1958 and brought up in Slade Green, an all-white area of London. Cass is forced to endure racist bullying on a daily basis from local children, who also ridicule his feminine-sounding name, "Carol", a name given to him at birth. Cass finds through violence the respect he never had and becomes addicted to the buzz of fighting. Cass leads the Inter City Firm to victories against large hooligan firms, such as Leeds in 1980, but becomes frustrated with the lack of publicity the ICF are receiving. So he creates cards with the infamous slogan, "Congratulations, you have just met the famous ICF", and gives a TV interview, increasing the firm's notoriety for humiliation, their speciality. However, the government under Margaret Thatcher begins to come down hard on hooliganism, and after an organised attack on a group of Newcastle Unitedsupporters, Cass is imprisoned for four years. Whilst in Wormwood Scrubs, Cass begins writing his autobiography, in the hope he can generate some income upon the book being published; however his writings are confiscated by the prison upon his release.
Cass is delighted to receive a hero's welcome upon his return, and begins dating Elaine (Natalie Press). This, as well as Cass's rejection of his biological parents after their attempts to contact him, improves his relationship with his adoptive parents after they began to disapprove of his violent lifestyle. Despite having a good relationship with Elaine, Cass is still lured to the violence of hooliganism, and when one of his best friends, Prentice (Gavin Brocker), is attacked by Arsenalsupporters with knives, Cass seeks revenge. He is stabbed in the following fight, and Elaine is disgusted, fearing he is returning to his old ways, as she reveals she is pregnant with his child.
As time progresses to the early 1990s, the ecstasy era takes over, and hooliganism becomes less of an attraction for Cass, and for many other hooligan firms. By 1992, he has settled down in Penge, South London, with his young son and Elaine, who is pregnant again. Cass gets a job as a bouncer outside nightclubs, working for Ray (Tamer Hassan), a long-time friend from his ICF days. However one evening, just after starting a shift at the nightclub, Cass is shot three times by the group of Arsenal supporters that he feuded with back in the 1980s. Cass survives, but wakes up to hear the tragic news that his mother has died.
In the following weeks, Cass is haunted by his demons after the shooting; he sees visions of his attacker, he can't sleep and on one occasion, makes a violent outburst at his son. Cass's friend Ray has tracked down his attackers and offers Cass the opportunity to kill them. Cass is taken to a pub and holds a gun to his attacker's head at point-blank range, but decides not to pull the trigger. The film ends as Cass walks away from the pub and into the distance.
Pennant himself plays a cameo role in the movie as the character "Biggs", who is one of the bouncers.
hope you find this a good watch.
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ST THOMAS JAMAICA STANDING UP TO CHILD ABUSE
A group of young people has decided to take a stand and 'Be the Change' they want to see in Jamaica. Forming a foundation around their mission, the activists' main focus at this point is child abuse.
Originator of Be the Change Foundation, Monique Mitchell told Rural Xpress that she identified that there was a lapse in the system and many children were silently suffering from abuse. She knew she had to do something about it, so she began seeking volunteers who are passionate about making a change.
Under the theme: 'Break the Silence: Uncover the Abuse', their initial campaign hopes to educate the communities in St Thomas about the definition of child abuse, what constitutes child abuse, measures to take if they, or someone they know, is being abused and, ultimately, ways in which they can prevent the mistreatment.
"Though the foundation is island-focused, our first campaign will be done here in St Thomas and we hope that it will impact the rest of Jamaica," said Mitchell, who revealed that her interest in making a change stemmed from her own childhood.
I was abused at a young age and I realised that it had taken a toll on my life. The fact that no one else knew about it drove me crazy. I kept gravitating to the wrong things, but then I realised that overcoming my fear of the abuse would allow me to be a better person. It also led me to realise that a lot of people need to know that it wasn't their fault that they were abused or had a terrible childhood, so it makes no sense they beat up themselves about it for the rest of their lives," she said, adding that those abused need help and guidance.
And thus, the foundation was formed.
Though the official launch date for Let's Be The Change Foundation is set for December 12, Mitchell said a meeting was recently held in an attempt to recruit volunteers for the movement. The campaign, she said, is going well so far.
social media
"We have a few dedicated team members and volunteers. So far, we've been flooding social media with pictures we've been taking for the campaign. The pictures are of us covering our eyes and mouth to signal the abuse and break the silence, respectively," Mitchell said.
According to her: "Starting next week (this week), we'll be going into the schools and various communities to host presentations on child abuse. The public needs to hear us."
Rasheda Rodney-Samuels, the event manager of the foundation, told Rural Xpress that they are now in the process of seeking sponsorship to fund the various campaigns.
"We're not only asking for their money, but we also need their involvement. We don't want to just have community members involved to give people the idea that this will only last for a couple of months. When we have the various businesses and government entities on board, then it becomes more noticeable," she said, advising that this will cause the campaigns to cover a larger population, thus influencing more feedback and results. Volunteers are still being asked to reach out.
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Empowering Jamaica & UK for a Safer Tomorrow
Through the Programme’s targeted capacity-building sessions, law enforcement officials at the nation’s maritime and seaports, airport authorities and customs agents now boast of improved detection capabilities. The Programme is also providing legal advice and legislative support in the development of a new Firearms Bill, a legislative framework governing small arms reduction.
Further, it has also facilitated meaningful research by launching the first Violence Audit conducted in Jamaica. The Audit is the first time a clear baseline has been established on the use of small arms and light weapons in volatile communities. Moreover, the inter-agency technical working group, an innovative component of the programme, has fostered increased collaboration and information sharing, ensuring a comprehensive and people-centered approach to tackling violence.
The Programme has also worked closely with educators and youth to foster firearm free and peaceful school communities. Engaging closely with the Ministry of Education and Youth, the Programme has led to the establishment of clear guidelines on reducing the presence of firearms in schools, opening channels of communications to various breaches and recording incidents of use. For vulnerable youth, the Programme has been instrumental in setting up “Youth For Peace Clubs” that are helping inculcate peaceful conflict mediation skills, manage their social and emotional behaviours and tackle gender stereotypes to bring about change.
One teacher, participating in the training, commented, "I really appreciated all that was shared about peace. My main take away is that peace is more than just a word but an active tool to effect positive change in all our lives and improve the quality of our lives. What I will do now is to promote peace in all my classes and guide my students to peaceful resolutions for their conflicts.”
Reflecting on how interpersonal conflicts would earlier escalate into fights and the change since the Programme’s intervention, two youth participants to the training said, “I learned the difference between conflict and violence. I want to use my learnings to change the school. I want to be a change maker. I want to create a Youth For Peace Club at my school.”
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This is a concept the Rt honourable prime minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness has suggested for Jamaica.
Well only time will tell, but for the mean time let’s take one step at a time.
Infrastructure is the necessary component
in making smart cities work, on the back of hurricane melissa a smart city maybe some way yet. Either way good look jamaica
City of the future - mobility solutions
Being a former car manufacturer, now a mobility company, Toyota really pushed the boundaries with mobility solutions that are to be implemented in Woven. They proposed an innovative way to separate different types of urban commute and reinforced it with autonomous vehicles to then transfer a great deal of transportation underground
Real-life smart cities best examples
Authorities and entrepreneurs have been searching for solutions to leverage technology so that it satisfies the increasing requirements. Across the globe we can already observe some highly advanced metropolitan areas. Amongst the most technology-oriented cities, we can differentiate:
Singapore
According to IMD Smart City Index 2020, Singapore ranks first. It leads the way in terms of healthcare and livability, mobility and safety. Although, known for its extraordinary architecture, Singapore has a lot to offer when it comes to smart mobility solutions, with great emphasis on facilitations for its eldelry citizens. An autonomous fleet has been
created to help senior citizens stay mobile. They also use a contactless payment/ticketing system in public transport. With the use of “open data”, the authorities introduced a trial to facilitate transport planning, that way 5 000 vehicles are being analyzed in real-time circumstances. The trial resulted in the rate of over-crowded buses being reduced by whooping 92%.Another milestone on the path to the impressive number one position in smart cities ranking is how greatly developed the healthcare system is. TeleHealth video consultations offer appointments over the internet.
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Jamming in Symphony: A Tribute to the Legendary Music of Bob Marley
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Jamming in Symphony: A Tribute to the Legendary Music of Bob Marley is a collection of Bob Marley's most beloved and iconic songs—presented in a way never-before heard. Meticulously curated by Marley’s eldest son, musician, producer, humanitarian and nine-time GRAMMY winner Ziggy Marley, the set features Bob Marley’s music that you know and love; plus a few of Ziggy’s personal favorites from his father’s timeless catalog. The Oregon Symphony will be joined on stage by long-time members of Ziggy Marley’s touring band, including vocals by the talented Natasha Pearce, to bring you this unforgettable evening of music.
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This Christmas, hundreds of thousands in the UK face homelessness, including record numbers of children, living in severe conditions like rough sleeping or overcrowded temporary housing, with charities like Crisis and Shelter working to provide support, meals, and shelter amid increasing need, though many struggle with mental health, isolation, and lack of resources, highlighting a deepening crisis with significant regional impacts like London. Scale of the Homelessness Crisis
- England: Over 382,000 people, including 175,000 children, are projected to be homeless this Christmas, an 8% rise from last year, according to Shelter's reportcited by the BBC.
- London: An estimated 210,000 Londoners, including over 100,000 children, will be homeless, with one in every 50 residents affected, London Councils noted.
- Overall: More than 300,000 people across Great Britain are in the worst forms of homelessness (rough sleeping, sofa surfing, B&Bs).
Types of Homelessness & Impact
- Rough Sleeping: Increasing, with a 91% rise in England since 2021, notes Crisis.
- Temporary Accommodation: Many families, especially in London, are in overcrowded or poor-quality temporary housing, causing significant emotional and mental distress, particularly for children.
- Refugees: Newly granted refugees face destitution, though some relief came with a Home Office delay on evictions for those at imminent risk of street homelessness.
Support & Challenges
- Charity Efforts: Organisations like Crisis, Shelter, and Social Bite run Christmas appeals, providing meals, gifts, outreach, and emergency beds.
- Outreach Teams: Working on the front lines, they struggle with overwhelming demand, especially during cold snaps, providing immediate help for complex needs like mental health issues.
- Donations & Funding: There's a decline in food donations, while hostels need more funding for vital support to help people rebuild lives,.
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- Donate to charities like Crisis, Shelter, or Social Bite.
- Contact StreetLink if you see someone sleeping rough.
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To access Jamaican channels on your Fire TV Stick, you will need to install specific apps from the Amazon Appstore or potentially use a VPN service, as standard Fire TV devices don't natively offer international channels without an app or configuration changes. Accessing Jamaican Channels
- Dedicated Apps: A specific app called The Jamaican Channel is available on the Fire TV platform. You can search for this in the Fire TV Appstore and install it.
- Other Apps: Check popular streaming apps available in the Amazon Appstore, such as Plex or other ad-supported services, as they might feature some Jamaican content or international news channels.
- Sideloading/IPTV: For channels not officially available, some users explore sideloading apps (installing applications from outside the Amazon Appstore after enabling "Apps from Unknown Sources" in developer options) or using legal IPTV apps. This method requires more technical steps.
- VPN Use: If a specific Jamaican app is region-locked, you can use a reputable VPN service (like ExpressVPN or NordVPN, available in the Appstore) and connect to a server in Jamaica to access content that might only be available locally.
Using Your RemoteOnce you have installed the relevant apps, navigate your Fire Stick using your remote to find and launch them. The standard remote allows for:
- Navigation: Use the circular navigation pad to move through menus.
- Selection: The centre button of the navigation pad is for selecting items.
- Voice Commands: Press the Alexa/Voice button and speak the name of the app or channel (e.g., "Open The Jamaican Channel app") for quick access.
- Home Button: Press the home button to return to the main menu and browse your installed apps.
For more help using your remote or finding specific apps, use the search function on the Fire TV home screen.
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If Jamaica is synonymous with sun, sea and freedom to some, they might be surprised to hear that is not necessarily the case for Jamaicans as only 1% of the country’s beaches are open to the public. The rest are walled off by resorts, protected by private security and locked behind a colonial law that is somehow still in force. Neelam Tailor digs into how Jamaica’s paradise became private property – and speaks with the local movement fighting to take it back
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Homelessness is lacking stable, safe housing, which can mean sleeping rough, sofa surfing, or living in unsafe conditions, often caused by poverty, job loss, abuse, or health issues, with significant risks to well-being, including violence and early death, and help is available from local councils and charities like Citizens Advice or Shelter. What it means to be homeless
- Primary homelessness: Living on the streets (sleeping rough).
- Secondary homelessness: Moving between temporary places, like friends' couches, hostels, or shelters (sofa surfing).
- Unsafe housing: Being unable to stay in your home due to abuse, overcrowding, or extreme disrepair, even if you technically have a roof over your head.
Common causes
- Financial: Poverty, unemployment, inability to afford rent/mortgage.
- Life events: Relationship breakdown, leaving prison, care, or the armed forces without a home.
- Health: Mental or physical health problems, substance misuse.
- Abuse: Escaping domestic violence.
Risks of homelessness
- Significantly higher risk of violence, suicide, and early death (average age of death is 43-45 for those experiencing homelessness).
Where to get help (in the UK)
- Contact your local council: They have a duty to help if you are legally homeless or at risk within 8 weeks.
- Get advice: Contact Citizens Advice or Shelter (shelter.org.uk) for guidance on your rights and next steps.
- Emergency contacts: Councils often have out-of-hours numbers for urgent situations, like the one for Stafford Borough Council https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/homelessness-i-have-or-will-have-nowhere-to-live/01785 619170.
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Exploring Stony Gut: The Historic Birthplace of National Hero Paul Bogle
Stony Gut, a quaint and historically rich village nestled in the lush hills of St. Thomas Parish, Jamaica, holds a revered place in the nation’s history. It is celebrated as the birthplace of Paul Bogle, a national hero whose leadership during the Morant Bay Rebellion of 1865 cemented his legacy as a champion for justice and equality. Visiting Stony Gut is a journey into the heart of Jamaica’s fight for freedom and an opportunity to experience a tranquil community steeped in culture and heritage.
A Glimpse Into the Legacy of Paul Bogle
Paul Bogle, born in the early 1820s in Stony Gut, rose to prominence as a Baptist deacon and community leader. His strong sense of justice and unwavering faith fueled his resolve to address the systemic injustices faced by formerly enslaved Jamaicans. At a time when poverty, disenfranchisement, and oppressive colonial systems plagued Jamaica, Bogle became a voice for the marginalized.
The Morant Bay Rebellion, led by Bogle, was sparked by economic hardship, racial inequality, and the denial of basic human rights. The uprising, though met with severe repression, marked a turning point in Jamaica’s colonial history. Paul Bogle’s martyrdom paved the way for reforms and greater advocacy for the rights of the Jamaican people, earning him recognition as one of the country’s national heroes.
Stony Gut: A Historic Landmark
Stony Gut retains its historical significance as the epicenter of the Morant Bay Rebellion. The site where Bogle once lived and rallied his community is now marked with a plaque honoring his contributions. Visitors can walk the grounds where pivotal moments in Jamaican history unfolded and imagine the courage of a man who stood tall against overwhelming odds.
Key Features of Stony Gut:
- Paul Bogle Memorial: A dedicated plaque or marker highlights the location’s historical importance, serving as a tribute to Bogle’s enduring legacy.
- Authentic Rural Setting: The village’s unspoiled natural beauty allows visitors to step back in time and experience the Jamaica of yesteryears.
- Community Connection: The residents of Stony Gut carry forward the spirit of resilience and community that Bogle embodied.
Exploring Nearby Attractions
While Stony Gut itself is a key historic site, the surrounding region of St. Thomas offers additional points of interest for travelers seeking cultural enrichment and natural beauty.
1. Morant Bay Courthouse Ruins
Located a short distance from Stony Gut, the ruins of the Morant Bay Courthouse stand as a haunting reminder of the 1865 rebellion. This is where Paul Bogle and his followers marched in protest, making it a complementary stop for history enthusiasts.
2. Bath Fountain and Mineral Spa
For those seeking relaxation, the Bath Fountain and Mineral Spa is a perfect choice. Known for its therapeutic hot springs, this natural attraction offers a rejuvenating escape amidst St. Thomas’ scenic landscapes.
3. Reach Falls
Located deeper into St. Thomas, Reach Falls is a breathtaking natural attraction offering cascading waterfalls, crystal-clear pools, and lush tropical surroundings.
Lodging Options Near Stony Gut
Visitors to Stony Gut have a variety of accommodations to choose from, ranging from eco-friendly retreats to comfortable guesthouses. Some notable options include:
- Whispering Bamboo Cove Resort: Located in Morant Bay, this resort offers comfortable rooms, serene surroundings, and easy access to local attractions.
- Bath Fountain Hotel: Situated near the Bath Mineral Springs, this hotel provides a blend of relaxation and proximity to historic sites.
- Sea Cliff Resort: Located on the coastline of St. Thomas, this boutique resort offers a luxurious stay with stunning ocean views.
- Zion Country Eco Beach Cabins: For travelers seeking a more rustic and immersive experience, Zion Country provides eco-friendly accommodations surrounded by natural beauty.
Why Visit Stony Gut?
A visit to Stony Gut offers more than just a history lesson. It is an opportunity to connect with the roots of Jamaica’s struggle for justice and to experience the enduring legacy of Paul Bogle. Whether you’re a history buff, cultural enthusiast, or simply a traveler looking to explore the less-traveled paths of Jamaica, Stony Gut and its surrounding attractions provide an unforgettable experience.
Final Thoughts
Stony Gut is not just a place; it is a testament to the resilience and courage of the Jamaican people. By visiting this historic village, you honor the legacy of Paul Bogle and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical fabric of Jamaica. Plan your trip to this iconic site and discover the stories that shaped a nation.
Groundbreaking’ sickle cell disease treatment approved for NHS use in England
Clinical trials find one-time gene therapy exa-cel offers ‘functional cure’ in 96.6% of patients
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A “groundbreaking” £1.65m treatment offering a potential cure for people in England living with sickle cell disease has been approved for use on the NHS, the medicines watchdog has announced.
Campaigners welcomed news of the approval of the one-time gene therapy, known as exagamglogene autotemcel, or exa-cel, which edits the faulty gene in a patient’s own stem cells.
The NHS estimates that 50 patients, older children and adults with a severe form of the disease, who are suitable for a stem cell transplant but without a matched donor, will each year receive the cutting-edge treatment.
Clinical trials for exa-cel have indicated that the therapy can stop painful sickle cell crises, which occur when blood vessels become blocked, with researchers finding that there was a “functional cure” in 96.6% of participants who received the treatment.
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Jamaica has several social services departments, including the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, the Social Development Commission, and the Child Protection and Family Services Agency. Ministry of Labour and Social Security
- Public Assistance Division (PAD): Manages non-contributory social assistance programs, such as the Rehabilitation Programme and PATH
- Family Services Unit: Provides services to families
- PATH: A program that helps with human capital development
Social Development Commission (SDC)
- The government's main agency for community mobilization and organization in urban and rural areas
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- Works to protect children in their homes, schools, and communities
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How the UK social care system works ?
In the UK, social care is primarily provided and funded by local authorities, who assess individuals' needs and determine eligibility for publicly funded care based on a means test; meaning people with higher needs and lower financial assets are more likely to receive support, while those with significant assets may need to pay for their care entirely; most services are delivered by private companies commissioned by the local council, with individuals sometimes able to arrange their own care through "direct payments" from the council. Key points about the UK social care system:
- Responsibility lies with local councils:Each local authority is responsible for assessing social care needs within their area and deciding who is eligible for funded care.
- Needs assessment and means test:To access publicly funded social care, individuals must undergo a needs assessment to determine the level of support required, followed by a means test to assess their financial situation and determine contribution levels.
- Care delivery methods:Social care can be provided through various methods including home care services, residential care homes, day care centers, and direct payments allowing individuals to employ their own personal assistants.
- Funding structure:Depending on the individual's financial situation, they may need to contribute towards the cost of their care, with the local authority providing the remaining funds.
- Eligibility criteria:Individuals with the most significant needs and lowest financial assets are most likely to receive substantial publicly funded social care.
How to access social care:
- Contact your local council:Individuals can contact their local council to initiate the process of accessing social care.
- Needs assessment:A social care professional will conduct an assessment to evaluate the individual's needs and determine eligibility for support.
- Care plan development:If eligible, a care plan will be created detailing the specific services required and how they will be delivered.
Important considerations:
- Cost of care:Social care in the UK is not completely free, and individuals may need to contribute financially depending on their circumstances.
- Waiting lists:Depending on local demand and available funding, there may be waiting times for certain social care services.
- Integration with healthcare:While social care is primarily managed by local councils, there is increasing focus on integrating health and social care services to provide a more holistic approach.
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A woman has sparked discourse online after sharing why she decided to charge her family for staying over during Christmas.
In a post shared to the “Am I the A**hole” forum on Reddit, a woman revealed why she planned to charge her relatives after their previous visit left her home in chaos. She explained that she recently purchased her “dream home,” a four-bedroom house with a sprawling backyard and a pool, an upgrade she’s deeply proud of.
As someone who lives alone, she noted that she enjoys keeping her home in pristine condition. However, her sister, husband, and their three children recently asked if they could stay with her for Christmas. She was initially open to the idea, writing: “They live out of state and wanted to spend the holidays with our family without paying for a hotel.”
But memories of their last visit made her apprehensive.
“They stayed with me for a weekend last year, and it was a disaster,” she recalled. “The kids destroyed my sofa with markers and spilled juice on my rug, which I had to replace. My sister brushed it off, saying, ‘Kids are kids,’ and didn’t offer to pay for the damage.”
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The ordeal cost her more than $500 in replacements, as she added: “Her husband barely helped with cleaning or watching the kids. I felt like a maid in my own house.”
As a result, the woman decided to set boundaries to protect her space and sanity. While she agreed to let her sister’s family stay at her home, she introduced a “house guest agreement” outlining specific conditions. The agreement required her sister to pay a $100 cleaning fee upfront, immediately cover any damages, and contribute $50 per night for utilities, citing the increased heating and water costs during the winter.
Although she viewed the terms as reasonable, her sister did not.
“She called me greedy and said I was treating my family like ‘Airbnb guests,’” the woman wrote, adding that her sister accused her of ruining the holiday spirit. The disagreement escalated, with their parents siding against her and labeling her “cold-hearted.”
Her sister argued that she was prioritizing money over family, leaving the family divided. The woman wrote: “I think I’m being fair by setting boundaries, but maybe I’ve taken it too far? I don’t know, please help.”
In the comment section, commenters were quick to chime in, with one Reddit user recommending that she refuse their visit altogether.
“Better if you said no,” the commenter wrote. “Regardless of how much money you charge, the kids probably won’t be any better behaved. The husband won’t be any less lazy, and neither of them will be better parents. You’ll be on edge the whole time, and they’ll be resentful.”
“Just say no, dude,” another person agreed. “I mean, she’s gonna be pissy whether you say no or present her with a contract that — come on — you definitely knew was going to piss her off. Just choose the easier option of ‘no’ and move on.”
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Others supported her decision, suggesting her sister’s family stay with their parents who sided against her.
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Vital Powers
Artist & Content Creator (BBC / Ditto Music)
VITAL POWERS is a BBC Presenter, Music Artist, DITTO Music Video Content Creator & Mentor. Originally from Wolverhampton, moved to London for 2 years, now currently living in California, USA. VITAL has English and Jamaican heritage has been creating music, and videos and working in the creative industry for over 15 years with a strong belief in family & respect.
Where are you based?
Currently The Bay Area in California, America.
Where do you work? What do you do?
I work as a professional music artist and content creator, with companies like Ditto Music, BBC and other small organisations.
What are you listening to?
- Trill Troy – For A Trillion Summers (E.P)
- Chronixx – Same Prayer
- Kendrick Lamar – Rich Spirit & Silent Hill
- Burna Boy – 23
- Skilli Beng – Blessings
- Popcaan – Family
How do you discover new music?
I discover new music in passing, when I’m out and about, from friends, I never look for it, I just happen on it – it’s the best way to discover artists and naturally enjoy the music.
Rarely ever do I search or look online for new music. Usually, I’ll just be around people who have great playlists.
What formats do you usually listen to? LP, CD, Cassette, Digital, Streaming Services? Why?
I will still indulge and buy a CD or some vinyl from time to time but I consume music solely via streaming platforms / DSPs or at LIVE shows!
“I discover new music in passing, when I’m out and about, from friends, I never look for it, it’s the best way to discover and naturally enjoy it.”
Where do you do most of your music listening?
I take music in most whilst I’m driving, travelling or exploring. It’s something about the consistency of new visuals that really makes music speak to me; loudly, openly, and clearly. That’s how I also listen to my own music when curating, testing and perfecting draft versions.
Also, I enjoy a social gathering, vibing to music that has just been released by an artist like Skepta, Drake or some new artist I may have heard rumblings about.
How do you find and listen to pre-release music?
I never really do, I’m a fan of music, and I like to enjoy music when all the other fans hear it – a version of Drake’s album got leaked last year, I had it sent to me, and I never even opened the folder. It would just wreck my future experience.
What are your frustrations with listening to music digitally? Any benefits?
My only frustrations are that it’s difficult to really remember because music is processed like microwave food, quickly, here today, gone tomorrow, so I appreciated artists who really give the music an extra push and long out the campaigns and promotion around it.
Links in my emails I ignore, I don’t really download music at all if I’m being honest, and who uses SoundCloud?
“Links in my emails I ignore, I don’t really download music at all if I’m being honest”
How do you keep track of everything you are listening to?
I use Apple Music to stream, all the things I play are in my search history. So from time-to-time I can go back and listen there!
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Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Rachel Bloom: 'Ten years ago, no one talked about a cultural problem in comedy'
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The writer-star has had a baby, lost a close friend and published a memoir in lockdown. She talks about the trouble with male comedy writers – and why she wants to make a sketch show all about the clitoris
n the day in April that Rachel Bloom finally took her newborn daughter home from the hospital, one of her best friends died. Her daughter had arrived with fluid in her lungs, into a maternity ward that was rapidly filling with furniture as other wards were transformed into Covid wards. Bloom, tired and elated to be home, had a nap. Her husband woke her with the news: Adam Schlesinger – the well-loved musician and one of Bloom’s closest collaborators on the musical-dramedy Crazy Ex-Girlfriend – had died from Covid-19 in a New York hospital, aged 52.
For a wild and strange period, it was unclear how to grieve. Schlesinger, like so many of this year’s dead, had no funeral. Jack Dolgen, the third part of the songwriting trio behind the TV show, came to mourn with Bloom, standing 15ft from her fence. Aline Brosh McKenna, the showrunner, stood in the street. “We didn’t know anything, there was no testing, we didn’t know how this thing spread,” Bloom says. “Now we have a Crazy Ex Zoom, where we all talk. But there’s nothing natural about it.”
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Scrawny and proudly nerdy (“I sang show tunes under my breath and used words like ‘parlance’”), Bloom attracted bullies, then developed anxiety, which has stayed with her. She shed the bullies for a time in high school, when her talent for performing suddenly made her cool. At New York University, she majored in musical theatre, but was daunted by the competition of her cohort. So, at 19, she refocused on the college sketch comedy group.
There she found herself pursued by two older male members, her comedy mentors, and dated both. But when she decided the dynamic was getting too messy and told both men it was over, they helped to persuade other men in the group to have her thrown out.out!