Is Cape Town South Africa’s second most dangerous city?

The newspaper said that South Africa’s murder rate – 43.72 murders for every 100,000 people – was the third highest in the world. The rate was accurate for 2022, but more recent data showed that at least four countries had rates higher than 45....

Turks and Caicos Bar Association president meets AG to strengthen regional legal ties

The President of the Turks and Caicos Islands Bar Association Mark A Fulford, paid a courtesy call on the Honourable Leslie Mondesir, attorney general of Saint Lucia, on September 24 2025, at the Attorney General’s Chambers in Castries. At the...

Jennifer Lawrence, Harry Styles, Zoë Kravitz and More

Woman of the Hour Jennifer Lawrence. Kate Green/Getty Jennifer Lawrence is all smiles at the headline gala for her new film Die My Love at the 69th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall on Oct. 17. Twinning Is Winning Harry Styles...

Some Of The Best Hotels In Turks & Caicos Are Off Grace Bay

Drone shot of The Strand TCI, set on Cooper Jack Bay. The Strand Turks Caicos For much of the 20th century, Turks & Caicos was a sleepy corner of the Caribbean, known more for bonefishing flats and quiet villages than for high-end resorts. Tourism...

FAU's Queen Conch Lab Receives Prestigious International Award

Megan Davis, Ph.D., (left) and Becky Holt, assistant director of the Queen Conch Lab, receiving the award during the Responsible Seafood Summit held in Cartagena, Colombia. Award Snapshot: FAU Harbor Branch researchers have received the...

TCI and Zanzibar Law Society to Forge Transcontinental Partnership to Advance Legal Modernization

Mark. A. Fulford, President of the Turks and Caicos Islands Bar Council is flanked by Joseph Magazi (right), President of the Zanzibar Council and Fatna Ngomou, Council Member Advocate. Mark A. Fulford, President of the Turks and Caicos Islands...

Rehab & Assistive Technology Strategic Plan launched to restore independence, dignity, and quality of life

The Ministry of Health and Wellness, in collaboration with the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/World Health Organization (WHO) — launched the National Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology...

Medical Technologist’s Body Discovered in Vehicle in Blue Hills

A sense of sorrow has swept through Blue Hills following the death of 36-year-old medical technologist, Andrico Garland, who was found unresponsive inside a vehicle on Wilson Circle on the evening of Friday, September 18, 2025. Police say the...

Seasoned columnist ridicules Evan Bouchard after Oilers D-man's turnover proves costly vs. Isles

Seasoned columnist Mark Spector didn't hold back in criticizing Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard for a costly turnover in Thursday's matchup against the New York Islanders. Bouchard committed a critical neutral-zone turnover in the first...

You’re Not Using Google Right to Plan Your Trips

Earlier this year, Google search debuted an AI Mode created to respond in conversational language to users’ questions on just about any topic under the sun, including travelers’ queries about places to go and things to do. Ask it for a “romantic...

What to expect aboard the Star Princess cruise ship

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Jena Sims styles $122 black sportswear for workout session

Jena Sims recently visited Pure Barre for a workout session. Beforehand, she shared a picture on Instagram showing off her outfit for the day. The actress and model donned a black $122 two-piece set from the brand Gold Hinge. The stylish set...

This U.S. paradise just beat Paris as the world’s most romantic getaway

Paris may forever be known as the City of Love, but a new study shows it’s been dethroned by none other than Maui, Hawaii. In a recent survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research in partnership with Funjet Vacations, 34% of respondents...

Anguilla, The Bahamas, Dominica, and Montserrat solidify their longstanding commitment to the CRFM

Anguilla, The Bahamas, Dominica, and Montserrat solidify their longstanding commitment From left to right: Mr. Montez Williams (The Bahamas), Hon. Roland Royer (Dominica), Hon. John P. Osborne (Montserrat), and Hon. Kyle Hodge (Anguilla) sign the...

‘Stronger Than You Think’ details journey of shark attack amputee to 2024 Paris podium

Many stories told on the big screen during the Newport Beach Film Festival aren’t just for entertainment – they aim to inspire. “Stronger Than You Think,” directed by Janice C. Molinari and Melissa Forman, will have its West Coast premiere telling...

Who is Will Howard's girlfriend, Skyler Skoglund? Inside the NFL rookie's relationship

Will Howard's girlfriend, Skyler Skoglund, is a medical assistant at Prairie Care Psychiatric and Mental Health Services. The Miami University graduate rose to fame following her relationship with the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback and they have...

13th-largest US private jet operator Verijet files for bankruptcy after CEO’s death – owes $10.5M to customers

Days after Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy and began restructuring, another airline, Verijet, a private jet startup, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida’s Southern District Court. The filing comes just weeks after the sudden death of...

Rachel Hardman, 85, of Charles City

Rachel Hardman, 85, of Charles City, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Wellspring Living of Friendship Village in Waterloo, Iowa with her family by her side. A funeral service for Rachel Hardman will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday,...

Dubai Top Rankings for Luxury Fall Destinations with Summer Climate

Dubai has emerged as the world’s premier luxury destination for fall travelers seeking summer weather, combining the warmest autumn temperatures at 30°C with the longest sunshine hours and the most Michelin-starred restaurants of any location...

Nick Suzuki’s wife Caitlin drops never-before-seen photos from couple's summer wedding

On Friday, Habs captain Nick Suzuki’s wife Caitlin shared a new batch of never-before-seen photos from the couple’s wedding celebrations. The couple first tied the knot in an intimate beachside ceremony in Turks and Caicos earlier this summer. It...