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June 16, 2026
Growth & Jobs | Montreal diaspora group to leverage Diaspora Conference for deeper Jamaica engagement
The Jamaica Association of Montreal (JAM) said it intends to leverage discussions at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference to drive deeper diaspora involvement in national development.
June 16, 2026
Senegal looks to repeat 2002 World Cup upset of France
France’s last World Cup match against Senegal set off dancing in the streets of Dakar. Les Bleus were the defending champions when the Lions of Teranga’s 1-0 upset win in the 2002 opener caused…
June 17, 2026
Fox Corp. to Buy Roku in US$22 Billion Streaming Deal
Fox Corp. has agreed to buy streaming pioneer Roku in a cash-and-stock deal valued at roughly US$22 billion, including debt.
Roku will continue to be run as an open, partner-friendly platform, the…
June 16, 2026
Ireland imposes visa restrictions on St Lucia
The St Lucia government on Monday said it had not been given any prior notice by the Irish government regarding its decision to impose visa requirements for nationals wanting to visit the European…
June 16, 2026
Parents urged to secure household chemicals to prevent accidental poisoning
The Westmoreland Health Department is imploring parents and caregivers to take extra precautions to protect children from accidental poisoning during the upcoming summer break.
June 16, 2026
Advocaat: Heavy loss to Germany nothing to be ashamed about
HOUSTON, United States (CMC):
Despite being thrashed 7-1 by Germany in their first-ever World Cup match on Sunday, Curaçao head coach Dick Advocaat does not believe his side should be embarrassed…
June 16, 2026
Portugal fans torn over whether Ronaldo will help or hurt
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Florida (AP):
It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal…
June 16, 2026
HAJ exploring acquisition of Easington lands in St Thomas
The Housing Agency of Jamaica Limited (HAJ) is slated to conduct a site visit to lands at Easington, St Thomas, on Tuesday as part of an assessment process that may lead to the acquisition of…
June 16, 2026
Iran coach says team ordered out of US right after 2-2 draw with New Zealand in World Cup opener
The coach of Iran’s World Cup team said it was ordered to leave the United States and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament by playing…