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The 20th Edition of the National Senior Games will take place from May 5-20, with track and field finals at Usain Bolt Complex on May 18-20. Minister Humphrey encourages new participants for active aging.
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"UN Women Representative Tonni Brodber emphasizes the importance of celebrating women's work on International Women's Day, highlighting issues like gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence against women during a recent visit."
"Nearly 28 of the 300 abducted schoolchildren in Kaduna, Nigeria have escaped. The army is conducting a search in Kaduna and neighboring states to find the remaining children. Updates on the rescue efforts."
Reginald Dumas, retired diplomat, head of the public service, and Newsday columnist, passes away at 88. His daughter confirmed his death in a post expressing gratitude for the support received.
Madam Justice Laurie-Ann Smith-Bovell to deliver summation in murder trial of Jamar Watson. Prosecution highlights witnesses seeing accused stab victim, defense points to reasonable doubt. Trial concludes next Tuesday.
