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THURSDAY JULY 24, 2025
Fireworks in Florida! West Indies and Pakistan to clash in thrilling T20I Cricket Series
By Ian Burnett The unmistakable sound of cricket will once again echo through Broward County Stadium as Cricket West Indies (CWI) officially announces the return of international cricket to Florida with a three-match T20 International (T20I) series between West Indies and Pakistan, scheduled for Thursday, July 31; Saturday, August 2; and Sunday, August 3, 2025. All matches are set to begin at 8:00 PM local time, under the bright lights and vibrant atmosphere that South Florida has become known for. This ICC-sanctioned series is more than a sporting event — it is a cultural celebration and a testament to the growing influence of cricket across the United States. With South Florida continuing to emerge as a dynamic hub for the sport, this series brings together two of the game’s most passionate and storied teams for what promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. continues on B4 – Fireworks in Florida
Surge in bank phone scams targets Broward residents scammers posing as bank fraud investigators. In one case, a victim was persuaded to hand over $15,000 in cash. In another, a couple surrendered their debit cards and PINs, resulting in more than $9,000 in unauthorized charges. According to investigators, the scam typically involves a phone call from someone claiming to be from the victim’s bank. The caller warns of suspicious account activity and insists that immediate action is needed. Victims are then instructed to withdraw large sums of cash or hand over their debit cards and PINs. In several cases, scammers even
Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) are warning residents to stay vigilant amid a rise in sophisticated phone scams targeting bank customers, including members of the county’s large Caribbean-American community. In recent months, BSO’s Pompano Beach District has received more than a dozen reports from victims who were duped by
arranged for Ubers to collect the money or cards, telling victims to place the envelope in the back seat without speaking to the driver. BSO officials emphasized that no legitimate bank will ever request cash withdrawals or ask for cards and PINs to be sent through a ride-share service. The warning is especially relevant in Broward, which is home to one of the largest Caribbean-American populations in the United States. Cities like Lauderdale Lakes, Miramar, and North Lauderdale have strong Jamaican, Haitian, Trinidadian, and other West Indian communities—some neighborcontinues on B3 – Phone scams
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