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Nigerian gasoline tanker explosion kills at least 70 people, authorities say
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — At least 70 people have died in north-central Nigeria after a gasoline tanker exploded, the country's emergency response agency said. The blast happened in the early hours of Saturday near the Suleja area of Niger state...
CommentsJTB launches new brand campaign 'Contrasts'
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has partnered with American company, Accenture Song, to launch a new campaign dubbed 'Contrasts'. The new campaign follows a record-breaking year for Jamaica in 2024, in relation to the number of visitors arriving...
Comments- St Ann teen mother and son missing
- Nunez late double rescues win for Liverpool in Premier League
- Woman hit during shooting at Ewarton Police Station has died
- Inmate killed in stabbing incident at St Catherine Adult Correctional Centre
- Stona, Ricketts named RJRGleaner Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year
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Toronto Transit Commission chair says budget will address safety, customer service
TORONTO: The chairperson of the board of Canada’s largest public transportation system says its 2025 operating and capital budget is a massive step in the right direction for the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). Jamaal Myers, who was elected the...
CommentsNo surprise
TORONTO: The Jamaican-Canadian community has expressed mixed reaction to the unfolding political situation in Canada which saw the surprise resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, which was announced at a news conference at Rideau Cottage,...
CommentsSeales strikes early but Shakeel, Rizwan steady Pakistan
MULTAN, Pakistan (CMC): West Indies fast bowler Jayden Seales snared three early wickets, but half centuries from Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan helped to rebuild Pakistan’s innings on the opening day of the first Test here at the Multan Cricket...
CommentsMuschett’s Smythe clocks PB at Sprint Fest 100m
FIRST-YEAR Class One athlete Johan-Ramaldo Smythe of Muschett High was the standout performer at yesterday’s Sprint Fest 100 metres meet at GC College. Smythe ran a personal best (PB) 10.47 seconds to lower his previous best of 10.49 which he set...
CommentsMilk mandate pitched as market driver for dairy
After languishing for decades, another effort is being made to bring back the dairy sector to its former glory, when Jamaica produced three times more milk. Industry players cite climate change and the need to import better breeds of dairy cattle...
CommentsFrank James steps up as Wehby steps down at GK
In one month, Frank James will take over as Group CEO of GraceKennedy Limited, while Don Wehby heads into retirement. James, who currently heads up the food and financial serves conglomerate’s domestic food operations, promised continuity at the...
CommentsIRAWMA reveals nominees: Sean Paul, YG Marley, Shenseea lead the pack
The nominees for the 42nd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) were revealed virtually on Wednesday. A total of 160 nominees were selected across 40 categories, with 10 special honourees also named. Sean Paul tops the list with...
CommentsReggae Genealogy to honour Inner Circle, Wayne Wonder, Donovan Germain
The second annual Reggae Genealogy music festival returns on Sunday, February 2 in South Florida, nodding to Reggae Month celebrations. Produced by Island SPACE Caribbean Museum, this family-friendly showcase is expected to feature a rhythmic...
CommentsLetter of the Day | Tourism needs solution-driven approaches
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing in response to The Gleaner editorial of January 11, titled, ‘Tourism, John Byles and linkages’. First, I must applaud The Gleaner’s continued focus on tourism’s role in Jamaica’s economy and its integration into a...
CommentsFreedom Street concert should be an annual affair
THE EDITOR, Madam: Freedom Street concert was clearly the greatest dancehall show ever to be organised in Jamaica’s history. It was the most expensive concert, and had the largest crowd turnout at the National Stadium. The question from many...
CommentsSecurity Cabinet recommends approval of Gaza ceasefire
JERUSALEM (AP): Israel’s security Cabinet recommended approval Friday of a Gaza ceasefire deal after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed an agreement had been reached that would pause the 15-month war with Hamas and release dozens of...
CommentsJagdeo says top cop on publicity stunt
GEORGETOWN (CMC): The Guyana government has dismissed a multi-billion-dollar lawsuit filed by the embattled Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus, as a desperate publicity stunt to grab headlines. “He will get the chance to do so in court...
CommentsGoodHeart | 18-y-o takes flight towards his dream of becoming a pilot
Eighteen-year-old Jordan Saunders is charting a course for the skies. Living at a children’s home in Portland, he has weathered significant challenges, but his passion for aviation fuels his determination to achieve his dream of becoming a pilot....
GoodHeart | Dr Barbara Carby named 2024 Stella Gregory Award recipient
The Soroptimist International Club of Jamaica Kingston (SIJK) has named disaster risk management expert Dr Barbara Carby as the 2024 recipient of the Stella Gregory Award for Excellence. The annual award honours an outstanding woman who has...
Editorial | Scandal of CISOCA files
Tony Deyal | Who sweeter than whom?