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June 14, 2026
by Erica Virtue
Small library, big breakthrough - New Broughton Primary turning page on literacy challenges one book at a time
A partnership between New Broughton Primary School and the Cross Keys Branch Library in Manchester is producing encouraging results in improving children’s reading levels.
The modest library building…
June 13, 2026
Scotland marks 28-year World Cup absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti
John McGinn deflected a shot off an opposing defender and past goalkeeper Johny Placide in the 28th minute, and Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 in Group C of the World Cup on Saturday.
June 13, 2026
Knicks win first NBA title since 1973 with 94-90 victory over Spurs in Game 5
The New York Knicks have won their first NBA title since 1973 with 94-90 victory over San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the finals on Saturday night.
Jalen Brunson scored 45 points, including 13…
June 13, 2026
by Lester Hinds
Paymaster returns to founder Audrey Marks
Following two years of negotiations, Ambassador Audrey Marks has reacquired Paymaster Jamaica Limited from Digicel Group, a telecoms operator. She is now the sole owner of the entity, a…
June 14, 2026
by Neville Graham
Jamaica can run totally on renewables, says Uruguay expert
Jamaica can run fully on renewable energy, according to the architect of Uruguay's landmark energy transition, who urged the island to move beyond incremental targets.
"I will assure you…
June 13, 2026
Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in World Cup opener
Vinícius Júnior scored an equalising goal in the 32nd minute, giving five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco on Saturday in a pulsating, high-profile group match at the World Cup.
A…
June 13, 2026
by Andre Williams
Driver sought in deadly Ocho Rios hit-and-run in now police custody
The driver in Saturday morning's fatal hit-and-run crash on Main Street in Ocho Rios, St Ann, is now in police custody.
June 13, 2026
Chuck faces more pushback after declaring 'Jamaica has no human rights problem'
Mickel Jackson, executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), has rejected Justice Minister Delroy Chuck’s assertion that Jamaica “does not… have a human rights problem,” saying it ignores…
June 13, 2026
by Andre Williams
Driver in fatal Ocho Rios hit-and-run being sought by police
Police are searching for the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash on main street in Ocho Rios, St Ann, that left Claudette Thorpe dead on Saturday morning. Investigators say the driver…