Morning Bites: 5 things to know for Monday: Shericka Jackson; KFC robbers; Siblings killed; Today's Weather; Clovis Toon; Breaking News and more

Morning Bites: 5 things to know for Monday, December 11, 2023 Westmoreland mother mourns murdered children The mother of the siblings who are [seen in a viral video on social media being buried in a shallow grave]( is pleading for information on the location of the grave so she can claim her children’s bodies. The woman, identified as Stephany, told Observer Online that she is the mother of 20-year-old Kerrick Moodie and 22-year-old Keneisha Moodie of Grange Hill district, Westmoreland, who the police said were reported missing since Friday, December 8. The two were last seen at a cook shop in Grange Hill. Will Shericka Jackson be crowned World Athlete of the Year? Jamaicans around the world are waiting to see whether World Athletics Championships 200m gold medalist, Shericka Jackson, will be crowned the [World Athletics Women’s World Athlete of the Year]( today. The World Athletes of the Year, both male and female, will be announced on World Athletics’ platforms today, December 11, as part of the World Athletics Awards 2023. Jackson was named in the list of five athletes who scored the most votes in the first round, where 11 athletes were originally nominated for the honour. Police probe robbery of KFC outlet The police are today expected to intensify their probe into Sunday’s daring [daylight robbery of a KFC outlet]( at 85 King Street in downtown, Kingston. No one was hurt during the robbery, in which more than $100,000 was reportedly taken. Reports reaching Observer Online are that around 11:06 am, four masked men, two of whom were armed with handguns, held up and robbed employees of their phones and tablets. Advertisement Businessman returns to court for alleged bomb threat Businessman Michael Glenford, [who has been charged with creating public mischief]( in relation to a bomb threat against the St Catherine Parish Court, is to reappear today in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court. His attorney is expected to make another attempt at bail on his behalf. Glenford was remanded in custody when he last appeared in court in November as the court needed time to determine whether he has any criminal records. Argentina's Milei warns of 'shock' austerity as he takes office Argentina's President Javier Milei took office Sunday with a stark warning to citizens to [brace themselves for painful austerity measures]( as he seeks to cut spending and curb triple-digit inflation, all with empty coffers. The 53-year-old libertarian addressed thousands of supporters from the steps of Congress, who waved flags and chanted "freedom!" and "chainsaw!" in reference to the power tool he carried around on the campaign trail to symbolise spending cuts. "There is no money," said Milei, vowing to put an end to "decades of decadence" by his overspending predecessors who he said had left him "the worst inheritance" of any prior government. TODAY'S WEATHER FORECAST Expect isolated morning showers across eastern parishes, partly cloudy elsewhere, according to the Meteorological Service of Jamaica. In the afternoon, isolated showers across hilly areas and southern parishes are anticipated. Elsewhere it is expected to be partly cloudy and windy across the south coast. ICYMI: WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING Owner of 'Baba Roots' gunned down at Westmoreland home William Webb, the owner of the local herbal drink brand 'Baba Roots,' was reportedly [gunned down at his home in Darliston]( Westmoreland on Sunday morning. Jamaica has lost ‘literary giant’ with passing of Edward Baugh, says Grange Professor Edward Baugh [has died](. He was 87. UPDATE: Moodie siblings were killed over scamming, says mother The Moodie siblings - 20-year-old Kerrick Moodie and 22-year-old Keneisha Moodie - who reportedly went missing on Friday and are suspected to have been killed and buried in a shallow grave, were allegedly [murdered over 'scamming money'](. CLOVIS TOON TODAY IN HISTORY Mandela is mourned On this day in 2013, South Africa held a memorial service for Nelson Mandela, during which US President Barack Obama energized tens of thousands of spectators and nearly 100 visiting heads of state with a plea for the world to emulate “the last great liberator of the 20th century.” The ceremony was marred by the presence of a sign-language interpreter who deaf advocates said was an impostor waving his arms around meaninglessly. For more stories, visit our website at www.jamaicaobserver.com or [sign up for our e-paper](. [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Website]( Copyright © 2023 Jamaica Observer, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 40 - 42 1/2 Beechwood Avenue Kingston 5 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.