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Ex-US congressman George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft
CENTRAL ISLIP, NY (AP) — Disgraced former US Representative George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, was sentenced Friday to over seven years in prison, sobbing as he heard his punishment. The New York Republican, who...
CommentsRobbery suspect shot and injured by police in St Catherine
The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) is probing the non-fatal shooting of a man during a police operation in Mount Diablo district, St Catherine, on Friday morning. About 4:35 a.m., police personnel reportedly went into the...
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- Ten killed in Easter holiday road crashes
- Dominican Republic under fire as deportations of pregnant and breastfeeding women to Haiti rise
- Overturned truck causes major traffic disruption in St Ann
- Cavalier clip Mount Pleasant with last-minute penalty
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The Ministry of Labour and Social Security said it has launched an investigation to determine whether the Chinese mechanics employed at WH Car Service, located in Ferry Pen near the St Andrew-St Catherine border, possess valid work permits. The...
CommentsGov’t touts $23.5b CRH overhaul; Opposition slams delays and PR spin
WESTERN BUREAU: As the eight-year, multibillion-dollar rehabilitation of Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) nears completion, the Government is touting progress while the Opposition voices deep frustration over delays and ballooning costs. Speaking...
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Author V.S. Russell keeping Anancy stories alive Premium
B re’r Anancy and the Magic Pot, Brer Anancy and the Easter Egg Hunt, and Brer Anancy and Brer Duck are three books written by V. S. Russell to keep the main character, Brer Anancy, relevant. The former, a colouring and activity book for children...
CommentsVolunteers plant 300 trees at Dunn’s River Watershed for World Earth Day
IN A dynamic show of environmental stewardship, more than 50 volunteers converged at the Dunn’s River Watershed in Bogue Estate, St Ann, to plant 300 trees in celebration of World Earth Day on Tuesday. The initiative, jointly spearheaded by the...
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‘Rome was not built in a day’
Craig Butler, technical directer of Vere Phoenix United, has called for patience from fans as he reaffirmed his goal of winning the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) title in the future in spite of the team’s relegation this season. “For the fans of...
CommentsPenn Relays: High five for Jamaican schools in field events
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania: ON WHAT was one of the warmest opening days at the Penn Relays in recent years Jamaica’s high-school boys produced some sparkling performances in the field events at the Franklin Field Stadium yesterday. With...
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Rum fight getting more spirited
Spirits Pool Association Limited, which represents most of Jamaica’s rum distilleries, has pushed back against lawyer and rum consultant Howard Mitchell’s support for ageing Jamaican rum abroad. It comes amid an industry dispute centred on whether...
CommentsInnovative Energy to distribute electric golf carts
Innovative Energy Group Limited, IEG, formerly known as Ciboney Group, is entering into the distribution of electric golf carts across the region to augment its energy business. The group earned $100-million profit for its third quarter ending...
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5 Questions With Nigy Boy
On his journey to stardom, Nigy Boy has carved out his sound with standout tracks like Continent, Judgement, and Dangerous. His visual impairment isn’t just part of his story—it’s part of what fuels his soulful voice, which continues to defy...
CommentsFour Booker Prize authors, Sheryl Lee Ralph for Calabash
The 2025 Calabash International Literary Festival, which will be staged May 23-25, in the idyllic Treasure Beach in St Elizabeth, had its stylish launch on Wednesday evening on the East Lawn of Devon House in St Andrew. And after a season of...
CommentsLetter of the Day | Britain thrived by slave-built wealth, now scorning it
THE EDITOR, Madam: I was watching BBC news which reported that the Britain’s state-owned energy company will not be allowed to use solar panels linked to Chinese slave labour. In fact, the energy secretary, Ed Miliband, will introduce an...
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No takeover plan – Chinese auto shop aims to raise industry standard; looking to expand, exchange skills with J’cans I don’t see what the problem is, at the end of the day it’s all about getting value for your money. – @SimonSa36741751 Jamaica...
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China denies it is currently in talks with US over tariffs
BANGKOK (AP): China on Thursday denied any suggestion that it was in active negotiations with the administration of US President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying that any notion of progress in the matter was as groundless as “trying to catch the...
CommentsOwner of nightclub whose roof collapsed, killing 232, speaks out
SAN JUAN (AP): A roof that collapsed at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic and killed 232 people this month had filtration problems for decades and had been repeatedly fixed with plasterboard, according to its owner. Antonio Espaillat,...
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Something Extra | Friday
Kooler Babe: Saved by the babes – held on Carnival Wednesday – transformed 36 Hope Road into a retro street scene reminiscent of the ’80s and ’90s sitcom. Babes and gents alike turned up in full throwback fashion – from neon leotards and mesh...
Shivaruby holds court in KNWLS ad campaign
Jamaican-Sri Lankan model Shivaruby Premkanthan is serving fierce fashion in the just-out Autumn/Winter 2025 advertising campaign for the British womenswear label KNWLS. The campaign collection, titled ‘Baby’, taps into “the art of the off-duty...
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