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March 20, 2026
Leon Bailey among Reggae Boyz squad named for FIFA playoffs
With the Reggae Boyz to compete in the FIFA Intercontinental playoffs for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, interim Reggae Boyz head coach Rudolph Speid has announced his squad for the decisive…
March 20, 2026
Cuba readies for first Russian oil shipment of the year as energy crisis deepens
HAVANA (AP) — Cuba is preparing to receive its first shipment of Russian oil this year, just days after the government announced it was operating on natural gas, solar power and thermoelectric plants…
March 20, 2026
Madagascar’s president orders lie detector tests for candidates applying to be government ministers
ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar (AP) — Anyone applying to become a minister in Madagascar’s new government will be subjected to lie detector tests to root out those who are corrupt, the country’s military…
March 20, 2026
Shaniele Higgins | Professional harassment in schools: The silent struggle of teachers and the way forward
In many educational institutions, teachers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, care, and responsibility. They are entrusted with the safety, development, and well-being of…
March 20, 2026
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and…
March 20, 2026
Gov’t to remove additional tuition fees at HEART/NSTA Trust
The Government will be eliminating additional tuition fees at the HEART/NSTA Trust in an effort to broaden access to skills training. Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness, has announced that beginning…
March 20, 2026
Man gets two and half years in prison for break-ins at church in Portmore
A Portmore, St Catherine man who pleaded guilty to breaking into a church twice and stealing items was on Thursday sentenced to two years and six months’ imprisonment. Robert Barnett, otherwise…
March 20, 2026
NWC working to improve water supply in sections of St Mary
Residents in several communities across St Mary are expected to benefit from improved water supply reliability, following measures being implemented by the National Water Commission (NWC) at the White…
March 20, 2026
by Gregory Bryce
Mt Pleasant out of Champions Cup
Mount Pleasant Football Academy’s run in the Concacaf Champions Cup ended at the Round of 16 last night at the National Stadium as they fell 3-0 to LA Galaxy in the second leg, for a 6-0 aggregate…