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Former Arizona television news anchor and Republican politician Kari Lake will have to wait until at least September for a possible Senate vote on her nomination as the next United States Ambassador to Jamaica. Lake’s nomination was listed for Senate consideration last Friday, but lawmakers did not vote on it before leaving for recess. The nomination remains pending and has not been rejected.

The Senate is not expected to resume sittings until September 14.

President Donald Trump nominated Lake in May to serve as Washington’s chief diplomatic representative in Jamaica. If confirmed, she would take up the post at the US Embassy in Kingston.

During her confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in June, Lake pledged to work with the Jamaican government to tackle transnational criminal organizations, narcotics trafficking and lottery scams targeting Americans.

She also drew criticism from Beijing after saying the United States needed to counter China’s growing economic influence in Jamaica, particularly its investments in ports, infrastructure and other critical sectors, which she argued could have long-term strategic and security implications.

China rejected the criticism and defended its 53-year relationship with Jamaica, pointing to more than US$2.1 billion in investments and other assistance to the country.

The Chinese Embassy in Kingston said Beijing would continue to pursue a relationship with Jamaica and the wider Latin American and Caribbean region based on equality, mutual benefit and common development.

Lake also underscored Jamaica’s economic importance to the United States, noting that bilateral trade surpassed US$3 billion in 2025 and that Americans accounted for more than 70 percent of visitors to the Caribbean island.

China, meanwhile, said its bilateral trade with Jamaica exceeded US$1.4 billion in 2025.

Caribbean-American New York State Assemblywoman Monique Chandler-Waterman says she is standing firmly with Caribbean and other immigrant communities amid intensified immigration enforcement by the Trump administration. Chandler-Waterman, the daughter of Jamaican and Barbadian immigrants who represents Brooklyn’s 58th Assembly District, said Caribbean immigrants have made significant contributions to the United States.

‘As we navigate these uncertain times, particularly as immigration enforcement intensifies, one thing remains clear, our Caribbean community is a vital part of the strength, culture, resilience and identity of this country,’ she said in a message to constituents.

‘Their contributions have helped shape our neighborhoods, our economy, and the rich diversity that defines New York.’

Her comments come amid growing concern among Haitian immigrants following the end of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and Syria on July 27.

Chandler-Waterman said more than 40,000 Haitians in New York, among more than 330,000 people nationwide, face the loss of legal protections and work authorization.

‘Our communities remain on heightened alert following the US Supreme Court’s June 2026 decision allowing the federal government to end TPS for Haiti and Syria,’ she said.

The lawmaker said community organizations, legal service providers, faith leaders, advocates and government agencies have mobilized to assist affected families.

‘Together with my colleagues and local leaders, we remain committed to ensuring our families have access to reliable information, legal resources and community support,’ she said.

Chandler-Waterman said she is also participating in efforts to encourage US senators to support S. 4814, legislation she said would provide protections for Haitian TPS holders.

Her office is also supporting ‘Know Your Rights’ training sessions to help immigrants understand their legal rights during encounters with immigration authorities and connect them with immigration attorneys and legal clinics.

Free legal services are also being offered at her Brooklyn district office in partnership with the New York Legal Assistance Group.

Chandler-Waterman said the immigration concerns have emerged as New York’s Haitian community continues to celebrate its contributions to the city.

She pointed to the recent recognition of Edwin Raymond as New York City’s first Haitian sheriff and a City resolution marking Konpa Day in recognition of Haiti’s iconic musical genre and its cultural influence.

‘Even in the midst of these challenges, our Caribbean community has continued to demonstrate remarkable resilience and unity,’ Chandler-Waterman said.

Sunil Narine and Terrance Hinds befuddled the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots batsmen on their way to bowling the Trinbago Knight Riders to a 19-run victory via the Duckworth/Lewis/Stern method here on Saturday.

Player-of-the-Match Narine delivered a spectacular spell of spin bowling to end with 3-7 from his four overs, while Hinds grabbed 3-33 with his pace, to limit the Patriots to a below par 109 for nine in their 20 overs at the Arnos Vale Ground after they were sent in to bat.

The Knight Riders were then coasting to victory at 94 for two after 15 overs when heavy showers forced the match to be called off with them well ahead on the DLS. But the win was set by TKR’s bowlers, who completely dominated the Patriots’ batters.

Andre Fletcher got the Patriots off to an impressive start by blasting Akeal Hosein for a massive six in the opening over, but was then dismissed by an unplayable delivery from Narine in the next over that he could only edge to slip.

Narine then struck two balls later, trapping Kyle Mayers lbw for a duck to leave the Patriots eight for two.

It became 16 for three when Narine picked up the wicket of Athanaze, also for a duck, the left-hander edging a turning delivery straight into the hands of slip.

Johnson Charles tried his best in his pedestrian knock of 21 off 25 balls before Jyd Goolie had him caught behind to make the score 40 for four.

Hinds came to the party by dismissing captain Jason Holder and Navin Bidaisee in successive deliveries in the 11th over, as the Patriots crumbled to 47 for six.

It took the efforts of Kevin Wickham, who topscored with 38 off 44 balls, along with Ashmead Nedd, who made 18 and Obed McCoy, who scored an unbeaten 13, to get the Patriots into three figures.

Pacer Dominic Drakes claimed the wickets of Wickham and Saurabh Netravalkar for a duck, on his way to finishing with 2-20 from his four overs.

Despite losing the wickets of openers Alex Hales for nine and Colin Munro for 17 to slip to 34 for two in the sixth over, the Knight Riders never looked in danger.

Joshua Da Silva and Matthew Breetzke repaired the damage during a partnership of 54 for the third wicket that all but secured victory for their team.

Da Silva eventually retired hurt after scoring 18 off 22 balls, but Breetzke, who finished unbeaten on a run-a-ball 35, along with Goolie ensured there would be no further losses before the rains came.

ARNOS VALE, St Vincent, Aug 9, CMC – The St Lucia Kings defeated the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons by four runs in the third match of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League here on Sunday.

SCORES:

KINGS 187-8 in 20 overs (Andries Gous 82, Ackeem Auguste 18, McKenny Clarke 15 not out; Alzarri Joseph 3-32, Shamar Springer 2-39)

FALCONS 183-7 in 20 overs (Evin Lewis 48, Tim Robinson 30, Fabian Allen 28 not out; Maheesh Theekshana 2-18, Roston Chase 2-18)

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is calling for stronger policies to protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples and expand opportunities for their social and economic development across the region. In a message marking Sunday’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, CARICOM Secretary General Dr Carla Barnett said Indigenous communities have played an integral role in shaping the Caribbean’s history, culture and identity.

ARNOS VALE, St. Vincent, Aug 9, CMC- The Saint Lucia Kings won the toss and elected to bat first vs the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the third match of the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) here on Sunday.

TEAMS:

St. Lucia Kings XI: Andries Gous, Kamil Pooran, Akeem Auguste, Jewel Andrew, Darren Nedd, Matthew Forde, Roston Chase (c), Joshua Bishop, McKenny Clarke, Shadley Van Schakwyk, Maheesh Theekshana

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons XI: Evin Lewis, Rahkeem Cornwall, Tim Robinson, Jahmar Hamilton (wk), Tajinder Singh, Karima Gore, Fabian Allen (capt), Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales

Umpires: Deighton Butler, Ryan banwarie

TV Umpire: Leslie Reifer

Reserve Umpire: Christopher Taylor

Match Referee: Denavon Hayles

Trinidad and Tobago continued their impressive start to the CWI Rising Stars Under-19 Women’s Championship on Sunday, securing back-to-back victories with a tense three-wicket triumph over Guyana at the Liberta Sports Club. After being asked to bowl first, the T and T attack seized control early, restricting Guyana to a modest 79-7 from their 20 overs.

Off-spinner Samara Ramnath was the chief destroyer, claiming brilliant figures of 3-20, while the fielding unit kept the pressure on throughout the innings.

Allia Henry top-scored for Guyana with a fighting 22, but the lack of support meant the total always looked under-par.

In response, the Trinidadian chase was far from straightforward. Guyana’s Kaiana Leitch produced a decent spell to rattle the top order, finishing with 3-16, leaving T and T wobbling at 46-5 in the 11th over.

However, valuable knocks from Jessica Davis, 19 and Brianna Harricharan, 17, steadied the ship, guiding the chase to its conclusion.

T and T eventually scrambled past the finish line with 16.1 overs bowled, reaching 80-7 to secure the points.

The victory places Trinidad and Tobago in a strong early position in the standings. The result was in sharp contrast to the day’s other fixtures, which featured more dominant displays.

At the Bethesda Sports Ground, Barbados Women produced a ruthless performance, skittling Windward Islands Women for just 67 in 14.3 overs.

Zaniyah Bruce was unplayable, finishing with stunning figures of 3-2, as Zoe McCallister also chipped in with 2-15. Barbados chased down the target with ease, reaching 68-1 in 11.4 overs, with Jadaeya Holder remaining unbeaten on 26.

At the other end of the ground in Liberta, Jamaica Women also made light work of their target against Leeward Islands Women.

The Leewards posted 90-4, anchored by an unbeaten 31 from Aaliyah Weekes, but Jamaica breezed to 92-4 with two balls to spare. Teandra Morgan led the way with a composed 28, while Sashane Ricketts had earlier restricted the home side with 2-8.

ARNOS VALE, St Vincent, Aug 9, CMC – The St Lucia Kings reached 187 for eight in 20 overs against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the third match of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League here on Sunday.

KINGS 187-8 in 20 overs (Andries Gous 82, Ackeem Auguste 18, McKenny Clarke 15 not out; Alzarri Joseph 3-32, Shamar Springer 2-39)

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is calling for stronger policies to protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples and expand opportunities for their social and economic development across the region. In a message marking Sunday’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, CARICOM Secretary General Dr Carla Barnett said Indigenous communities have played an integral role in shaping the Caribbean’s history, culture and identity.

‘The wisdom, traditions and contributions of the Caribbean’s Indigenous Peoples are an integral part of our shared history, and their voices, leadership and prosperity are essential to an equitable and sustainable Community,’ she said.

This year’s observance is being held under the United Nations theme, ‘Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being.’

CARICOM said the theme recognizes the important role Indigenous midwives play as custodians of ancestral knowledge, caregivers and guardians of cultural traditions passed down through generations.

It said traditional knowledge also remains important in areas including agriculture, medicine, environmental protection, language and community governance.

The regional grouping noted that Indigenous Peoples were the first guardians of the Caribbean’s lands and natural resources and said their knowledge of environmental stewardship and sustainable development has become increasingly important as the region confronts climate change and biodiversity loss.

CARICOM said Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected by those challenges.

The Community also pointed to its recently relaunched Ten-Point Plan for Reparatory Justice: A Manifesto for the Coming Enlightenment, which includes a call for an Indigenous Peoples Development Programme.

CARICOM said such a programme is intended to help Indigenous communities thrive by expanding opportunities for social and economic development.

It said achieving that objective will require meaningful dialogue and policies that respect the rights, dignity and aspirations of Indigenous Peoples.

The Secretary General urged Member States to recognize the contributions of Indigenous midwives and other traditional knowledge holders while ensuring Indigenous communities are able to participate fully in Caribbean society.

The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed annually on August 9.

New York City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) has launched a month-long advertising campaign highlighting ‘free, safe, and confidential’ Immigration Legal Support Hotline for Caribbean and other immigrants. The hotline connect immigrants in New Yorker with ‘trusted immigration legal support’ in their preferred language.

The US$300,000 advertising campaign, funded by the New York City Council will reach New Yorkers in 17 different languages, including English, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Pulaar, Tibetan, Tagalog, Nepali, Kichwa, Soninke, Arabic, Punjab, Urdu, Wolof, and Min Nan.

‘New York City speaks hundreds of languages, and every one of them belongs here,’ said Mayor Zohran Mamdani. ‘Our Immigration Legal Support Hotline connects New Yorkers to free, confidential legal help in the language they speak and trust, regardless of their immigration status.

‘This month, we’re bringing that legal support directly into our communities – in 17 languages, through the newspapers people read, the radio stations they listen to and the neighborhoods they call home,’ he added. ‘If we say New York is a city that welcomes immigrants, then we have a responsibility to make sure every New Yorker knows where to turn for help. That is exactly what we’re doing.’

MOIA Commissioner Faiza N. Ali said that, ‘during this critical moment, when New Yorkers are facing a challenging and evolving immigration enforcement landscape, our city is making clear that immigrant communities have access to resources and support.

‘Through this multi-faceted and comprehensive ad campaign, funded by our partners at the New York City Council, we are proud to expand access to our Immigration Legal Support Hotline across the five boroughs,’ she said. ‘By connecting through a variety of mediums, we are reaching immigrant New Yorkers in the language they speak and providing trusted information they can use.’

MOIA said printed and radio ads will be placed in community and ethnic media newspapers and radio stations, while digital ads will appear on various social media channels where New Yorkers consume news and information.

Throughout August, MOIA said its outreach team will also distribute the ads, including community posters in multiple languages, in neighborhoods across New York City.