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A devastating bus accident in northeast Brazil has resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people, according to police reports on Saturday. The incident occurred late Friday in Pernambuco state, involving a bus carrying 30 passengers. The driver, who was traveling in the wrong direction, lost control of the vehicle after hitting rocks on the roadside. Although he managed to correct the direction, the bus subsequently crashed into an embankment and overturned. Among the victims were 11 women and four men, while the number of injured passengers remains undisclosed. The driver, who sustained only minor injuries and tested negative for alcohol, was taken into police custody. Authorities noted that some passengers were ejected from the bus during the crash.

TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Westwood High School has recently become a part of the Afro Day movement, a growing initiative that celebrates natural hair, cultural identity, and self-expression. Spearheaded by Kimberly Todd, a mathematics teacher and the 2022 Miss St Ann Festival Queen, the event saw female students proudly showcasing their natural curls, coils, and textures.

Todd, who has long advocated for this celebration, expressed her pride in finally seeing her vision come to life. ‘As a cultural ambassador, I’ve always wanted this for the girls since 2022. Although it didn’t happen two years ago, I’m thrilled to have succeeded this year. It’s crucial for the girls to embrace their true selves,’ she remarked. She also emphasized the importance of self-expression, even within the confines of the school’s uniform regulations, which traditionally include wearing hats.

The Afro Day movement, which gained momentum in Jamaican schools in 2023, has seen participation from institutions like St Catherine, Excelsior, Green Island, and Meadowbrook high schools. It aims to foster pride in African heritage and challenge outdated stereotypes surrounding natural hair. With Westwood High School now joining the movement, the event underscores Jamaica’s progress in celebrating black beauty and cultural authenticity.

A tragic accident occurred on the North South Highway in St Catherine, Jamaica, on Friday night, resulting in the deaths of two drivers. The incident, which took place around 8:30 pm near the Angels exit, involved a head-on collision between two Subaru vehicles. Preliminary investigations suggest that one of the cars was traveling in the wrong direction, leading to the fatal crash. The identities of the deceased have not yet been disclosed. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

In a tragic incident on Friday evening, a hit-and-run accident in Lyssons, St Thomas, resulted in the death of 60-year-old Sharon Hastings, an employee of the St Thomas Municipal Corporation. According to reports, the incident occurred shortly after 6 pm when Hastings was crossing a roadway and was struck by an unidentified vehicle. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving Hastings critically injured. She was immediately transported to a nearby medical facility, where she was pronounced dead. Local authorities have launched a full-scale investigation to identify and apprehend the driver responsible for this fatal collision. The community has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Hastings, who was a respected member of the municipal workforce. This incident has reignited concerns about road safety and the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws in the area.