Jamaicans shun UK royal visit, demand slavery reparations
Read full article: Jamaicans shun UK royal visit, demand slavery reparationsDozens of well-known leaders in Jamaica including professors and politicians are demanding an apology and slavery reparations as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge prepare for a trip to the former British colony.
Prince William, Kate try to boost UK bonds on Caribbean trip
Read full article: Prince William, Kate try to boost UK bonds on Caribbean tripPrince William and Kate are embarking on a tour to Central America and the Caribbean, even as some countries in the region mull cutting ties to the British monarchy.
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St. Patrick's Day to be largely virtual in NYC for 2nd year
Read full article: St. Patrick's Day to be largely virtual in NYC for 2nd yearBagpiper Joe Brady leads a smaller version of the St. Patrick's Day Parade, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)NEW YORK – A largely virtual St. Patrick's Day was planned for New York City on Wednesday, one year after the annual parade celebrating Irish heritage was canceled because of the pandemic. A live broadcast of the St. Patrick’s Day Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral took place. AdMultitudes of people usually line Fifth Avenue for New York’s St. Patrick’s Day parade, which traces its roots to the 1760s. Patrick’s Day: A Celebration For All” at 7 p.m.