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Woman shot dead by police in Jamaica at protest over previous police shooting

The fatal shooting of Latoya Bulgin highlights ongoing tensions between police and communities in Jamaica, raising concerns about law enforcement practices.

Latoya Bulgin was shot by police during a protest in Granville, Jamaica.
The protest was against a previous police shooting of Tjey Edwardson.
CCTV footage shows the moment Bulgin was shot while in her vehicle.

Trump nominates Kari Lake to be US ambassador to Jamaica

Politics

BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 121 min read

Trump nominates Kari Lake to be US ambassador to Jamaica

Kari Lake's nomination could impact US diplomatic relations and media oversight in Jamaica.

Trump nominated Kari Lake as US ambassador to Jamaica
Lake previously led the US Agency for Global Media
She faced legal challenges during her tenure at USAGM

UK slavery reparations must be top issue at Commonwealth summit, says campaigner

Politics

BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 111 min read

UK slavery reparations must be top issue at Commonwealth summit, says campaigner

Addressing slavery reparations is crucial for acknowledging historical injustices and fostering reconciliation within the Commonwealth.

Ralph Gonsalves advocates for slavery reparations at Commonwealth summit
The Repair Campaign promotes reparatory justice
Gonsalves established the Caribbean reparations commission

Soundtrack of the sea: divers use underwater speakers to help dying coral reefs

Science

FeatureThe Guardian WorldApr 241 min read

Soundtrack of the sea: divers use underwater speakers to help dying coral reefs

This innovative approach to coral restoration highlights the potential of sound in marine conservation efforts.

Divers are using underwater speakers in Jamaica.
The project aims to revive dying coral reefs.
Marco Barotti, an artist, leads the initiative.

Guardian owner heralds next phase in Legacies of Enslavement restorative justice plan

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FeatureThe Guardian WorldApr 211 min read

Guardian owner heralds next phase in Legacies of Enslavement restorative justice plan

The initiative represents a significant step towards addressing historical injustices and fostering community reparations.

Guardian's owner announces next phase of restorative justice plan
Scott Trust launched Legacies of Enslavement programme in 2023
Significant progress made in community engagement and media diversity

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Woman shot dead by police in Jamaica at protest over previous police shooting

Trump nominates Kari Lake to be US ambassador to Jamaica

UK slavery reparations must be top issue at Commonwealth summit, says campaigner

Soundtrack of the sea: divers use underwater speakers to help dying coral reefs

Guardian owner heralds next phase in Legacies of Enslavement restorative justice plan