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This Day in History - December 2
Today is the 337th day of 2020. There are 29 days left in the year.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHT1961: Cuban leader Fidel Castro declares himself a Marxist-Leninist who will lead Cuba to Communism.�OTHER EVENTS1244: Pope Innocent IV arrives at Lyon for the First Council of Lyon.1409: The University of Leipzig
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Photo: KENNETH CHUNG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP LINK-UP
David Chung (right) elbow bumps Leshell Francis at the inaugural presentation of the Kenneth Chung Memorial Accounting Scholarship last Friday at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica (ICAJ) Offices in Kingston. Looking on from left are Dennis Chung; Sixto Coy, president of ICAJ; and
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'We Took the Capitol' Trump Supporters Storm the Chambers of Congress | Dallas Weekly
Gunshots rang out in the hallway near the chambers, and windows were shattered throughout the building. An unidentified woman inside reportedly was shot in the neck. Her condition is currently unclear. The National Guard joined the Secret Service, FBI, Capitol Police, and D.C.’s Metropolitan Police
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Source: Dallas Weekly
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Budget-friendly tips for a safe and joyous holiday | New Pittsburgh Courier
(BPT)—Uncertainty continues into the 2020 holiday season, with limited travel, canceled events and strict budgets changing how Americans will celebrate this year. According to a recent Coinstar Holiday Survey, the majority of Americans said COVID-19 will influence how they celebrate the
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C-TOC joins hunt for abducted 18-month-old
MONTEGO BAY, St James - The Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigation Branch (C-TOC) has been called in to help the St James police in the search for a toddler snatched from her mother by armed men on Monday. The police last night said they had strong leads in the case.
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The Michigan Chronicle and HAP Partner to Present Season of Praise Virtual Gospel Fest to Strengthen Community Sense of Connection for the Holidays | Arts and Culture | The Michigan Chronicle
Event will be broadcast live on Michigan Chronicle Facebook page and website on Sunday, December 6, from 6-8 p.m. To create a spirit of community connection and fellowship for the holiday season, The Michigan Chronicle and HAP have partnered to present the Season of Praise Virtual Gospel Fest on
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Pharrell Williams launches Black Ambition initiative for Black and Latino entrepreneurs - TheGrio
Pharrell Williams has announced the launch of Black Ambition, a nonprofit initiative that will provide a bridge to success for... View Article The post Pharrell Williams launches Black Ambition initiative for Black and Latino entrepreneurs appeared first on TheGrio.
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Chinese donate to Mustard Seed
Mustard Seed Communities yesterday received a much-need gift of food and other items from Chinese businesses for the benefit of the charity's many residents to help them cope with the challenges brought on by the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Pope: Christmas a sign of hope amid difficulties of pandemic
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Pope Francis says the Christmas season provides reason for hope amid the difficulties of the coronavirus pandemic.During his Sunday blessing, Francis noted that the Vatican's Christmas tree had gone up last week in St Peter's Square, and that work is underway to build the
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Photo: FROM SANDALS...AT CHRISTMAS
Young Carolyn Samuels from the Mount Salem Primary School is all smiles as she receives a toy for Christmas from Sandals Montego Bay Regional Public Relations Manager Ian Spencer, on behalf of the Sandals Foundation. This was part of a group of 11 St James schools and communities which received
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No one helped, says fire victim's nephew
WATT TOWN, St Ann - The nephew of an elderly man who died in a fire at his home is disappointed that the residents of the community and passers-by did not respond to the smoke coming from a house that claimed the life of his uncle on Sunday.According to a police report, the victim has been
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Be Smart, Stay Safe This Holiday Season   | Local COVID-19 | The Michigan Chronicle
Warren C. Evans, Wayne County Executive The holidays are now upon us once again, and many of us in Wayne County are conditioned to look forward to what we always do this time of year: partaking in annual traditions, enjoying much needed rest from work, and spending time with friends and
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Jamaican restaurant owner offers Arms of Hope in Florida
Driven by a desire to help the less fortunate, Jamaica-born restaurant owner, Patrick Livingston, has been using his charity Arms of Hope to provide hot meals for the people of Lake Worth Beach in West Palm Beach, Florida, free of cost. The 57-year...
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Sexual harassment against men also said to be on the rise
HEAD of the Hugh Shearer Labour Institute Danny Roberts says there is an increasing number of incidents in the society of women harassing men.
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The 12 Days of Christmas: The average Georgian drinks for 4 days in a row over the holidays | Atlanta Daily World
The 12 Days of Christmas: The average Georgian drinks for 4 days in a row over the holidays, reveals survey. Almost half of respondents say drinking at Christmas is a family tradition. Over 1 in 3 say they gift booze to loved ones at Christmas. A quarter admit they spike their morning coffee with
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NSWMA to undertake late-night collections
The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is implementing late-night operations across the island during the holiday season to ensure clean public spaces. Addressing the House of Representatives on Tuesday, Minister of Local Government...
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How to shop small and give back this holiday season – Daytona Times
FAMILY FEATURES This year has been tough for many. Despite the challenges, acts of compassion and generosity can bring together the global community. With this holiday season different than those before, it is important to remember the world’s shared humanity and help make the season brighter. For
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New Zealand child abuse horror
WELLINGTON, New Zealand- Up to 250,000 children, young people and vulnerable adults, were physically and sexually abused in New Zealand's faith-based and state-care institutions over four decades, Reuters news agency has reported.The revelation, Reuters said, was made by a public inquiry covering
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Company to launch fund to assist needy tertiary students
MANAGING director of Whitter Group of Companies Angella Whitter says her company will be launching a $5-million fund to assist needy tertiary students who have health and financial challenges.The fund, aptly named the Joe and Angella Whitter Foundation, is also in memory of her late husband who
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Local officials working on communication plans for vaccine rollout as COVID-19 cases rise - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
In the first phase of COVID-19 vaccinations, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says healthcare workers and others at the highest risk will get priority.
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Some 450,000 J'cans to get COVID-19 vaccine next year
APPROXIMATELY 450,000 Jamaicans are to be immunised against the novel coronavirus next year, when the first batch of vaccines are expected to be shipped to the island, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has reported.The disclosure was made in the Lower House yesterday, where members
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Who Dat Going to the Playoffs this Year - New Orleans Data News Weekly
Fleur De Lis Data News Weekly Columnist What’s up my good people of the 5-0-4? Happy Holidays, and although we are in different times during the Pandemic and celebrating is being altered; but the last
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GG MEETS INDIA'S TOP ENVOY
New High Commissioner of India to Jamaica R Masakui (centre) presented his credentials to Governor General Sir Patrick Allen on Friday, December 4, at King's House, St Andrew.
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This Day in History - December 1
TODAY'S HIGHLIGHT1955: Rosa Parks, a black seamstress, defies the law by refusing to give up her seat to a white man aboard a Montgomery, Alabama city bus. She is arrested, sparking a year-long boycott of buses by blacks.�OTHER EVENTS1640: Portugal revolts against Spanish control and becomes
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Delectable desserts for holiday celebrations – Florida Courier
FROM FAMILY FEATURES With so many traditions and ways to celebrate the holiday season, the options are nearly endless for families looking to spend special moments together. One of the tastiest and most enjoyable activities you can engage in with family and friends is to team up and create sweet
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Source: Florida Courier
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26 Corporate Area residents trained as mental health first responders
TWENTY-SIX residents from three Corporate Area communities have been trained as mental health first responders under a pilot project carried out by the Social Work Training and Research Centre (SWTRC) at The University of the West Indies' (UWI) Open Campus. The residents, from Allman Town, August
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Norman yet to 'blow' Horne
THE Opposition People's National Party (PNP) said yesterday that its president Mark Golding, General Secretary Dr Dayton Campbell, Chairman Phillip Paulwell, and other senior party officials met Monday with Senator Norman Horne to pursue a resolution concerning his seat in the Senate.
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Abducted schoolboys released
KANKARA, Nigeria (AFP) - Schoolboys who were abducted in north-west Nigeria were released yesterday, a presidential aide said, although it remained unclear how many.'The abducted students of the Government Science Secondary School, Kankara have been rescued, the Katsina State Government has
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Virtual town hall to tackle alternative dispute resolution
THE Ministry of Justice will turn the spotlight on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) at its Access Justice Live virtual town hall on today at 3:00 pm.ADR is a method of settling disputes without litigation and includes restorative justice, arbitration, mediation, or negotiation. The ministry is
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Waiting for passengers, American puts Boeing Max in the air
TEXAS, United States (AP) - American Airlines is taking its long-grounded Boeing 737 Max jets out of storage, updating key flight-control software and flying the planes in preparation for the first flights with paying passengers later this month.The airline invited press reporters and photographers
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