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04 Sep, 2026
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Keeping cool saves thousands of lives yearly, but at a cost
Cooling from air conditioning saves lives – more than 5,000 a year in the United States alone – but it also heats up the planet and taxes our electrical grid, scientists say. As the world warms,…
04 Sep, 2026
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Jamaican in Lagos: Dr Anna Bethune’s journey across continents
Dr Anna Bethune was living in Chicago, Illinois, completing her doctorate at Northwestern University, when she realised it was time for a change. The Jamaican seized an opportunity that would…
03 Sep, 2026
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Portmore earns first Caribbean Cup win
Reigning Jamaica Premier League (JPL) champions Portmore United picked up their first win in Group B of the 2026 Concacaf Caribbean Cup when they defeated Cavalier 2-0 at the National Stadium earlier…
03 Sep, 2026
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US hits Cuba with new sanctions as island’s crises multiply
HAVANA (AP) — The United States government on Thursday slapped new sanctions on Cuba in a fresh push to strangle the island’s economy and deepen its multiple crises. Among those hit with sanctions…
03 Sep, 2026
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St Kitts PM says he is in good spirits despite undisclosed illness
BASSETERRE, St Kitts, CMC – St Kitts Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew Thursday said he remains in “good spirits” and is continuing to “get fully active, fully conscious and in stable condition” as…
03 Sep, 2026
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Brothers charged over alleged stabbing during water dispute in Olympic Gardens
Twin brothers, 20-year-old Oshane Hibbert, otherwise called ‘Biggy’, and 20-year-old Odane Hibbert, otherwise called ‘Likkle’, have been charged with allegedly stabbing a man during a dispute over…
03 Sep, 2026
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FIFA accuses European body UEFA of ‘smear campaign’ in filing related to World Cup sell-off plan
FIFA accused European football body UEFA of a “smear campaign” in a court filing on Thursday concerning FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other…
03 Sep, 2026
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St Andrew businessman charged with fraud over alleged $2.5 million car deal
A St Andrew businessman has been charged with fraud for allegedly failing to deliver a vehicle for which he was given $2.5 million. Charged with fraudulent conversion and non-delivery of goods is…
03 Sep, 2026
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Persons urged to contact Labour Ministry’s parish offices for status on ROOFS benefits
Labour and Social Security Minister, Pearnel Charles Jr., is advising persons who have not yet received benefits under the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family Shelters (ROOFS) Programme to contact…