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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica have made four changes to their starting lineup for the 2026 Unity Cup final against Nigeria at Charlton Athletic stadium in London on Saturday.Defender Christopher Ainsworth, midfielders Dwight Merrick and Nickyle Ellis, and forward Dajaune Brown have been drafted into the team for the title decider against the holders.The quartet replace Odin Samuels-Clarke, Isaac Hayden, Tyreese Hall, and Bailey-Tye Cadamarteri, who all started in Jamaica's 2-0 semi-final […]

DUBLIN, Ireland (AFP) — Protesters in Dublin demanded "justice" Saturday for a Congolese man who died after he was restrained by security guards, in an incident likened to George Floyd's murder in the United States six years ago.Around 100 people demonstrated in Ireland's capital to call for an independent and transparent probe into the death of 35-year-old Yves Sakila earlier this month.Video footage widely shared on social media showed Sakila being held on the ground for almost five minutes […]

BUNIA, DR Congo (AFP) — The World Health Organization's (WHO) Director General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, landed on Saturday in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo province worst-hit by a severe Ebola outbreak, an AFP journalist reported.Tedros had earlier announced he was coming to Bunia, capital of Ituri province, to "help" and "listen to" the people facing the worst of the outbreak.The highly contagious haemorrhagic fever is already present in three eastern DRC provinces and in […]

WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) — Law enforcement agencies across 20 countries in Central America, South America and the Caribbean seized 3,308 illegal firearms and 56 tonnes of illicit drugs during a major multinational operation led by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) with support from the Organisation of American States (OAS).The operation, dubbed Orca XI, was conducted between October 15 and November 30, 2025. Interpol oversaw operational coordination efforts, […]

LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after he allegedly crashed his car into motorway barriers, police said Saturday.The former England winger, who most recently played for Feyenoord in the Dutch Eredivisie, is suspected of crashing his Lamborghini into barriers on the M3 motorway in Hampshire, southern England, on Thursday morning.The 31-year-old has been released on bail pending further enquiries.In a statement, Hampshire Police […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Seven months after Hurricane Melissa tore through sections of western Jamaica, recovery efforts continue in George’s Plain, where an estimated half of all homes sustained major storm damage and many families are still awaiting repairs.Residents of George’s Plain are now working alongside volunteer teams, learning construction and repair skills while helping to restore damaged homes, churches and community spaces.Among them is Jerry, whose family was directly impacted […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) has voiced concern over recent reports indicating that only 20 per cent of students who sit Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations each year achieve the minimum five subjects required for entry into most tertiary institutions.The concern follows comments by University of Technology (UTech) President, Dr Kevin Brown, who recently warned of an emerging education crisis. According to media reports, Brown said the low […]

MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Fire gutted a bar and a restaurant on Ward Avenue in Mandeville on Saturday morning, leaving two business owners with over $20 million in losses and scores of neighbouring establishments without electricity.Firefighters at the Mandeville Fire Station received a call about 4:15 am that the two businesses, Newsman Fry Chicken and No Traction Chill Spot, were on fire.The blaze was contained and, following cooling down operations, was extinguished shortly after 6:00 am. […]

Causion was recently in Antigua to film a video for Feels Like I’m Dreaming, his latest song promoting his homeland. The reggae track, which he co-wrote and co-produced with Maurice Gregory, is being released in June.The visual is produced by Elite Island Resorts, a company that markets Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism product. It is Causion’s fifth project projecting the country’s leisure industry, which is its biggest earner of foreign exchange.While he enjoys the production aspect of […]

Six Jamaican men, led by defending champion Ralford Mullings of the University of Oklahoma, will contest the men’s discus throw at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon in June following the conclusion of Friday's qualifying rounds.Mullings was one of two men to advance from the West Regional hosted by the University of Arkansas, while four others earned qualification through the East Regional at the University of Kentucky.In addition, seven Jamaicans booked […]

Since emerging on the music scene in 2015, providing musical accompaniment for several established reggae and dancehall acts, Tower Band has stamped its presence on the live music circuit.Known for its showmanship, energetic performances and distinctive approach to presenting dancehall music in a live-band format, the group is preparing to launch its new mixtape, Dancehall Future, at Supa Heavy Wednesdays on June 3 at Jangas Soundbar and Grill in New Kingston.“You can expect a night of […]

Approximately 49 years after its original release as a 45rpm vinyl single, Jamming by Bob Marley and the Wailers has been certified double platinum in the United Kingdom (UK).The certification, issued by the British Phonographic Industry on May 29, recognises sales and streaming equivalent of 1.2 million units since the song was digitally released in 2004.Jamming was originally featured on Bob Marley and the Wailers' 1977 RIAA gold-certified album Exodus, which currently sits at #10 on the […]

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AFP) — Sri Lanka's Buddhist hierarchy suspended on Saturday a senior monk accused of sexually abusing an 11-year-old girl, in a high-profile case that has shocked the religiously conservative nation.In a rare disciplinary move, 71-year-old Pallegama Hemarathana was stripped of his responsibilities as the chief custodian of a highly venerated ficus grown from a sapling of a tree believed to have sheltered the Buddha."The Council of Monks of the Malwatte Chapter decided […]

LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday, saying the club were seeking a "change of direction", after a disastrous defence of their Premier League title.The Reds finished fifth in the table, 25 points behind champions Arsenal, despite spending a Premier League record of nearly £450 million ($605 million) on new players in one transfer window last year.Outgoing Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is the frontrunner after leading the Cherries into Europe for the […]

PARIS, France (AFP) -- Naomi Osaka continued to shine in the City of Light as she beat American teenager Iva Jovic 7-6 (7/5), 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, in the French Open third round on Saturday.On Court Suzanne Lenglen, the Japanese star once again made an eye-catching entry, wearing a gold jacket and a voluminous gold train, an outfit, bracketed by pink tennis sneakers and a black sponsor's visor.She shed the outer layers to play in another variation of her gold tennis dress, which shone in the blazing […]

ST MARY – Four St Mary communities have been placed under 48-hour curfews starting Friday, May 29 as police move to de-escalate tensions and contain a spike in violent crime.The St Mary police division announced the curfews on Friday. They will run from 6 pm Friday, May 29 to 6pm Sunday, May 31, unless extended.Curfew zones:Boscobel: Police have cited growing tension in Oracabessa, Stewart Town and the Gully Road areas.Three Hills: The curfew covers Prospect Gulf main road, Charles Town, […]

Kingston, Jamaica — International designer and model Kadianne Nicely is set to transform the local fashion landscape with the staging of her highly anticipated debut showcase, “Kadianne Nicely Exclusive: A Luxury Fashion Experience,” scheduled for Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the picturesque Craig Banks Estate on Old Stony Hill Road in St Andrew.Building on her growing international success and reputation for sophistication and style, Nicely says the event is expected to become a signature […]

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AFP) -- It is said that opposites attract and Paris Saint-Germain's irresistible attack propelled them into Saturday's intriguing Champions League final clash against a tight-fisted Arsenal side in Budapest.PSG coach Luis Enrique said that there were "no favourites" going into the final against Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions, and insisted that the devil will be "in the details".While the bookmakers do classify the Ligue 1 winners as favourites, they also suggest that […]

MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Police in Manchester are asking members of the public who have been robbed of their belongings to identify stolen items at the Mandeville police station.The appeal follows a recent operation by the police in Mile Gully in search of a man wanted for questioning in connection with break-ins. Police are appealing for Damion Biggs to turn himself in to the Mandeville Criminal Investigation Branch or the nearest police station. Police said, following a raid at a premises in […]

At age three, Shanecia Stewart became sexual prey — a breach of trust by ‘Finger’, her neighbour from the tenement yard where she lived with her parents. Fourteen years later, she would, for the first time, escape the predatory hands of many, not excluding her father, onto a destructive path fueled by trauma.Now a counsellor, pastor, and author, a liberated Stewart is set to host Destitute. Redeemed. Restored: The Catalyst Summit, with the aim of restoring others. The event, a strategic […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica -- A third victim of the explosion on South Camp Road earlier this week has been airlifted overseas, accompanied by his spouse, who vowed to remain steadfast throughout his recovery journey.Fabian Brown, an account manager at Beryllium Limited, was flown to receive specialised care in Atlanta, Georgia.Brown was one of four men injured in the explosion at a garage on South Camp Road in Kingston adjacent to the security company’s facility. As he was stretchered into an air […]

Following the successful staging of its third 30+ Fashion Show and Expo, Compass Communication has officially launched the Miss 30+ Jamaica Pageant, which it touts as a dynamic new platform designed to celebrate the beauty, strength, confidence and continued evolution of mature women in Jamaica.“After the curtains closed on one unforgettable event, the voices of mature women grew louder with one clear message, 'We’re not done yet… give us more,’” said Compass Communication founder […]

NEWMARKET, Canada (AFP) -- The Canadian man who sold packages of poison to distressed people in dozens of countries pleaded guilty on Friday to 14 counts of aiding suicide, but prosecutors said he will not face murder charges.Kenneth Law, a 60-year-old former chef, ran online forums that offered people advice on how to end their lives and made fatal substances available for purchase.The details of Law's online operation have caused widespread outrage since his arrest in 2023.The list of 41 […]

BARCELONA, Spain (AFP) -- Barcelona confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United on Friday, for a fee that could rise to 80 million euros (US$93 million).Gordon will sign for "the next five seasons, until June 30, 2031," Barcelona said in a brief statement.The 25-year-old left winger netted 17 goals for Newcastle this season, 10 of those in the Champions League, and was the club's top scorer."As a kid, to play for Barcelona is the biggest dream possible, it's the biggest club […]

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- The heads of the International Monetary Fund, World Bank and International Energy Agency warned on Friday of the risks to fuel security during peak demand summer months if oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz does not return to normal."Global oil inventories are being drawn down at a record pace in response to the major loss of supply through the Strait of Hormuz," the heads of the agencies said in a joint statement."If shipping flows do not return to […]