BY GERMAINE KWESI
During a tense session of Prime Minister's Questions today, Keir Starmer was confronted by MP Zara Sultana over allegations that he blocked the arrest of Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar. Sultana highlighted Sa'ar's controversial record, including alleged war crimes in Gaza, such as the siege of Kamal Adwan Hospital and the torture of its director, Dr Hussan Abu Safia. She also pointed to Sa'ar's support for blocking humanitarian aid into Gaza, backing the legal annexation of Palestinian land, and rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state.
MP ZARA SULTANA LAUNCHED BLISTERING ATTACK ON PM KEIR STARMER ACCUSING HIM OF BLOCKING AN ARREST WARRANT FOR GIEON......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – In a disturbing escalation of its immigration policies, the Dominican Republic is now reportedly targeting the most vulnerable: pregnant Haitian women and mothers cradling their new-born babies, snatched from hospital beds in a brutal crackdown on undocumented migrants. Eyewitness accounts paint a horrifying picture of vulnerable women, seeking or having just received critical medical care, being ripped from hospital beds and thrust into detention, facing imminent deportation.
Just days ago, on Monday, April 21st, a staggering 87 women and 48 children were swept up in ruthless hospital raids. The chilling reality is that over......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Rupert Lowe, the independent MP for Great Yarmouth and former Reform UK member, has ignited controversy with a series of inflammatory posts on X (formerly Twitter). The posts, which include a dismissive remark about reparations for trans-Atlantic slavery, have drawn widespread condemnation.
Lowe, who was elected in 2024 as a Reform UK candidate, was suspended from the party less than a month ago following allegations of workplace bullying and threats of physical violence against two female employees. Despite his suspension, Lowe has maintained an active online presence, often engaging in heated debates over migration and other contentious issues.
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BY ESHERU KWEKU
Pope Francis, the beloved leader of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday, just hours after meeting US Vice President JD Vance. The Vatican confirmed his death early Monday morning, marking the end of a transformative papacy that spanned over a decade.
The meeting between Pope Francis and Vice President Vance took place on Easter Sunday at the Vatican. Despite his frail health, the Pope emerged from convalescence to greet thousands of faithful in St Peter's Square before briefly meeting Vance. During their encounter, the pontiff gifted Vance chocolate Easter eggs for his children, along with rosaries and a Vatican tie. Vance expressed gratitude......
BY GERMAINE KWESI
Vatican City, Rome, Italy - Pope Francis, the beloved leader of the Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88, the Vatican announced this morning. His death marks the end of a transformative papacy that spanned 12 years, during which he championed causes such as environmentalism, social justice, and interfaith dialogue.
The pontiff had been battling health issues for several months, including pneumonia and bronchitis, which led to extended hospital stays. Despite his frailty, he made a final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing thousands of faithful gathered at St Peter's Square. Less than 24 hours later, his passing was confirmed by Cardinal Kevin......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – The Carifta Games Under-20 Male 100m finals witnessed one of the most dramatic turnarounds in recent memory, culminating in a stunning gold medal victory for Jamal Stephenson. Stephenson, initially disqualified from the race due to a little-known height regulation, was reinstated and ultimately crowned champion after a wave of illness swept through his team, side-lining his two favoured compatriots.
Jamal Stephenson has won Gold for Jamaica in the 100m U-20 finals at the 2025 Carifta Games in Port of Spain Trinidad and TobagoFull Story in comments pic.twitter.com/6JtC9DkgFl
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BY GERMAINE KWESI
A man who has lived in the UK for 36 years remains stranded in Poland, seven years after the government was forced to apologise over its Windrush Scandal.
George Lee, who came to the UK as a child from Jamaica in 1961, remains trapped in Poland for more than two decades – after being told he does not qualify to return home to the UK.
On 16 April 2018, the Windrush Scandal erupted, exposing the devastating impact of harsh immigration policies on long-term UK residents – many of whom arrived as children from Commonwealth countries. The revelations, triggered by a powerful intervention from Labour MP David Lammy, cast a long shadow over the Commonwealth......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
Breaking News: Gaza Government Calls for International Investigation into Hospital Bombing
Gaza City, April 13, 2025 — The Government Media Office in Gaza has issued an appeal for international investigation following the bombing of the Baptist Hospital, urging international organizations to intervene and investigate the incident. The office stated, "We call on the United Nations, the World Health Organization, and international and human rights organizations to send impartial international investigative committees to uncover the truth about the occupation’s bombing of the Baptist Hospital and to put an end to the media deception propagated by the......
BY GERMAIN KWESI
The government has launched a £1.5 million fund to aid Windrush compensation claimants over the next three years amid calls for a public inquiry into the Scandal. The initiative known as the Windrush Compensation Advocacy Support Fund (WCASF), the program aims to help community organizations provide dedicated advocates who can assist claimants throughout the compensation application process. Organizations that wish to apply for this fund can do so by visiting the official government grants website. Applications opened on 11th April 2025 and will close on 9th May 2025. To help organizations assist victims of the scandal through the application process, virtual......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
London, April 10, 2025 – Six Greenpeace activists, including co-executive director Will McCallum, were arrested today following a bold protest at the U.S. Embassy in Nine Elms, London. The arrests came after the group poured 300 litres of blood-red biodegradable dye into the embassy's pond, symbolizing the bloodshed in Gaza, which Greenpeace attributes to U.S. arms sales to Israel.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrests on suspicion of criminal damage and conspiracy to cause criminal damage, charges that carry a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. Greenpeace UK defended the protest as peaceful and symbolic, stating that the dye was non-toxic and designed......
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