Beres Hammond to receive UWI honorary doctorate
Beres Hammond
Reggae legend Beres Hammond will receive an Honorary Degree from The University of the West Indies (UWI) during their annual graduation ceremony on November 04. Four other recipients will also receive honorary degrees during the university’s graduation ceremonies on November 3-4.
The UWI confers honorary degrees to individuals who have significantly contributed to the region’s development or the university’s advancement. More than 3,500 students from the Class of 2023 will be awarded degrees, diplomas, and certificates over the two days.
The ceremonies will be broadcast on UWI TV and social media. The Registrar of The UWI Mona Campus, Dr. Donovan Stanberry, expressed his pride in the graduates and encouraged them to reflect on their achievements and the support they received.
Lovestruck man accused of stealing woman’s chain
A man from the Corporate Area admitted that he wanted a relationship with a woman. However, he is now accused of entering her house without permission and stealing a gold chain worth $35,000. He was caught sleeping in her house on another occasion.
The man pleaded not guilty to stealing from her home. The judge was shocked by the allegations and tried to understand their relationship.
The man explained that he was trying to establish a relationship with her, and she asked him to help in the house. He fell asleep in her daughter’s room while she and her daughter were in another room.
The judge expressed concern for the woman’s safety and instructed the man to stay away from her. The man, who is a security guard, offered to compensate for the stolen chain and said he could live with relatives in another area.
The case was adjourned until November 30, and the man was ordered to make full restitution of $40,000. He is not allowed to return to the woman’s home or contact her.