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January 2, 2026
Two sides of China’s economy
By some measures, China’s economy is looking resilient, with strong exports and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies. But that is not how it feels for many…
January 2, 2026
Hyatt’s US$2-billion Playa sale leaves Jamaica resorts shuttered until late 2026
The Chicago-based Hyatt Hotels Corporation this week closed its US$2-billion sale of the Playa Hotels & Resorts real estate portfolio to Tortuga Resorts, but confirmed that in Jamaica, seven Hyatt…
January 2, 2026
Rutherford powers Capitals to maiden SA20 victory
NEWLANDS, South Africa (CMC): Sherfane Rutherford delivered a breathtaking all-round masterclass to ignite the Pretoria Capitals’ season, powering them to a crushing 85-run victory over a…
January 2, 2026
Maresca leaves Chelsea midway through turbulent season
MANCHESTER, England (AP): Chelsea were back on the coaching carousel under their American ownership yesterday after Enzo Maresca left his position as manager following a reported deterioration in his…
January 2, 2026
US stocks slip during final trading day of 2025
US stocks are slipping in afternoon trading Wednesday as Wall Street closes out a banner year for markets driven by both optimism and uncertainty. The S&P 500 was down 0.2 per cent. The Dow Jones…
January 2, 2026
Jamaica’s remittances falter steeply as Hurricane Melissa disrupts flows
Jamaica’s remittance inflows, a lifeline for households across the island, fell sharply in October, registering an 8.3 per cent decline compared with the same month last year. It reflects one of the…
January 2, 2026
by Albert Ferguson
Holness: Black River will rise again
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has said that Black River in St Elizabeth will not only recover from the devastation of Hurricane Melissa but will be rebuilt stronger, more resilient, and more…
January 2, 2026
Past The Finishing Post
Jan 1, 2026 Race Results Race 1 Purse $1,000,000 MCKAY SECURITY SPRINT TROPHY 5-Y-O & UP CLM($200,0 ONLY) NOT WON SINCE SEPT. 1, 2025 Off At: 12:27:12 pm Distance: 3 1/2 Fur. St. Track Condition:…
January 2, 2026
Windwards tournament: St Lucia eye comeback with a blend of youth, experience
GROS ISLET, St. Lucia (CMC): A St Lucia squad infused with West Indies talent but seeking competitive sharpness will open their 2026 Windward Islands Women’s T20 campaign this weekend, aiming to erase…