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14 Jun, 2026
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RISKING DISASTER - Students, commuters turn gas stations into gathering spots, taxi hubs despite dangers
Across Jamaica, service stations are increasingly serving as social gathering spots and informal taxi hubs, attracting crowds far beyond their intended purpose and raising concerns about public…
14 Jun, 2026
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Tools to fight hantavirus show promise
When a rare but deadly rodent-borne virus struck passengers on a cruise ship and seemed to be spreading, there were no treatments for those who fell ill and no vaccines to protect others.
That was…
14 Jun, 2026
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Briefs - Driver held after fleeing deadly accident scene
A motorist who fled the scene of a deadly accident in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Saturday morning was handed over to the police hours later.
Reports are that the motorist was driving along Main Street…
14 Jun, 2026
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‘Daddy, don’t leave’ - Daughter recounts final call before father’s hospital death
A grieving family is demanding answers and the release of a post-mortem report following the death of their relative, 62-year-old Michael Neita, at Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in Montego Bay, St…
14 Jun, 2026
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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…
13 Jun, 2026
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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.
13 Jun, 2026
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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…
13 Jun, 2026
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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…
13 Jun, 2026
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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…