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August 16, 2026
From rebellion to redemption, DJ Nicholas keeps the message clear
Trailblazing gospel artiste DJ Nicholas has been ministering through music for close to two decades. Known for his dynamic fusion of reggae, dancehall, and hip hop with powerful gospel lyrics, DJ…
August 16, 2026
by Gregory Bryce
McKenzie sparks Sabina triumph for Kingsmen
An explosive batting display from Kirk McKenzie powered the Jamaica Kingsmen to their first win of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), as the hosts secured a five-wicket victory over the Trinbago…
August 15, 2026
by Gregory Bryce
Pollard, Pooran leave Kingsmen facing 182
A 67-run partnership between Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran has left the Jamaica Kingsmen with a challenging target as the Trinbago Knight Riders raced to 182-6 in their Caribbean Premier League…
August 15, 2026
Cop shot by colleague in Manchester, both provide conflicting accounts
There are conflicting accounts about a shooting incident involving two policemen which occurred in Manchester early Saturday, leaving one of them with a minor injury, police sources have revealed. …
August 15, 2026
Holness hails 'Franno' as a game-changer
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says one of the most important contributions late world-renowned coach Stephen Francis made to Jamaica was his confidence in his country. Francis, one of the…
August 15, 2026
'He was no ordinary man' - Sports Minister hails Stephen 'Franno' Francis, announces scholarship in his honour
The Government is to offer a scholarship to a student-athlete at the University of Technology Jamaica (UTech) to honour late world-renowned coach Stephen Francis. Sports Minister Olivia ‘Babsy’…
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August 15, 2026
Driver killed in 3-vehicle crash in Half-Way Tree, road deaths surpass 200
The driver of a motor car was killed in a three-vehicle crash near the Fire Station in Half Way Tree, St Andrew on Friday. His name and details about the crash have not been publicly disclosed. A…
August 15, 2026
Deportation aborted! Wife of US soldier back with family after mid-flight phone call
United States (AP) - An American soldier’s wife who spent more than a month in federal immigration detention is back home after officers removed her from a deportation flight to Brazil, the family has…
August 15, 2026
40 killed after Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s coast
MAUMERE, Indonesia (AP) — A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 40 people, collapsing buildings and causing panic in a region prone to…