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Turks and Caicos Islands Meets Guyana in the Concacaf U20 Championship Qualifiers

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2 months ago

March 4, 2024

On February 29, 2024, Turks and Caicos Islands met with Guyana in the illustrious arena of the Concacaf Men’s U20 Qualifiers. The two teams embarked on a spirited contest of strength and determination. The clash between the two teams was a spectacle to behold.

Despite some missed opportunities in the early minutes of the game for the Turks and Caicos Men, the players persevered, each moment building up to a crescendo of excitement. In the 23rd minute, a glint of hope shone for the Turks & Caicos. Keniel Clervil unleashed a shot, only to witness it veer wide. Progressing to the 25th minute, another opportunity presented itself where Cory Williams took aim, yet his endeavour was deftly parried. The 37th minute brought forth another pivotal moment; Christopher Louisy seized the chance, but his strike failed to find the back of the net, leaving supporters yearning for the elusive goal. As the clock ticked towards its final moments, seeing two goals secured by Guyana, a surge of triumph electrified the atmosphere. Emmanuel Martin, a symbol of hope for the Turks and Caicos Islands MNT, scored a goal in the 90th minute, igniting jubilation among fans watching from home.

In the concluding lines of this gripping narrative, the score stood at 2-1, a triumph clinched by Guyana.

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Guyana’s financial support for Palestine

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1 day ago

April 27, 2024

Shanieka

Rashaed Esson

Staff Writer

#Palestine#Guyana, April 24, 2024 – A cheque of over GY$110 million which is USD$500 thousand, was presented to President Irfaan Ali, at a handover ceremony on April 23, in support of Palestine for Humanitarian efforts, according to reports.

The money, raised by Muslims and non Muslims, comes after an appeal by the National Ramadan Village during the month of Ramadan.

It will be sent to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) to help the victims of the ongoing war.

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Royal Caribbean Cancels Haiti Trips

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1 day ago

April 27, 2024

Shanieka

Rashaed Esson

Staff Writer

#Haiti#RoyalCaribbean, April 26, 2024- Royal Caribbean has decided to cancel all of its trips to Labadee, a popular destination in Haiti due to the worsening crisis, putting further strain on the country’s tourism sector. Cancellations were initially set to last until mid March but now they have been extended through the summer into September, according to a post by Royal Caribbean. A spokesperson for the organization is reported saying the Global Security and Intel team is monitoring the situation in Haiti, further expressing that the cancellations come as the safety and security of its guests are top priority.

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Haiti Transitional Council Sworn in- Henry Officially Resigns

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1 day ago

April 27, 2024

Shanieka

Rashaed Esson

Staff Writer

#Haiti#TransitionalCouncil#ArielHenry, April 26, 2024 – Haiti’s de facto Prime Minister Ariel Henry officially resigned, following the swearing in of the nine member transitional presidential council on Thursday April 25, 2024. He publicly announced his resignation in a post on Facebook. This follows Henry’s promise last month to exit office after gang members blocked his return to Haiti from Kenya.