3 d. ago Mayor Swaby: Agencies Advanced in Preparations for Hurricane Season

Mayor of Kingston, Andrew Swaby, says several agencies have informed the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation that they are in advanced preparations for the Atlantic Hurricane Season. The Met Service is forecasting three to five major hurricanes for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season. Six to 10 hurricanes are expected to develop from these tropical […] The post Mayor Swaby: Agencies Advanced in Preparations for Hurricane Season appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Integrity Commission Submits Three New Reports For Tabling in Parliament

The Integrity Commission has submitted three new reports for tabling in the House of Representatives. The documents were sent to the Parliament on Tuesday. It’s the first batch of reports to be tabled since the Integrity Commission’s new chairman, retired Justice Carol Lawrence-Beswick, took office. The reports have been submitted along with associated indicative rulings […] The post Integrity Commission Submits Three New Reports For Tabling in Parliament appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Several Dead After Wave of Explosions Hit Southwest Colombia

At least four people have been killed and 15 more injured in a wave of explosions that rocked southwest Colombia on Tuesday. The authorities believe the attack was targeting the country’s police. It’s understood that rebel groups placed bombs in cars and motorcycles that were parked near police stations. The country’s defence ministry described the […] The post Several Dead After Wave of Explosions Hit Southwest Colombia appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Sammy: Windies Should Be Performing Better as Second England Sweep Looms

West Indies will aim to avoid a second straight sweep on their tour of the United Kingdom when they face England in the final game of their three match T20 International series. The game is set for Tuesday at the Rose Bowl. The Windies were swept in the three match One-Day International series and have […] The post Sammy: Windies Should Be Performing Better as Second England Sweep Looms appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Alcaraz Advances to Roland Garros Final After Musetti Retired Injured

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz moved into his second successive French Open final after Lorenzo Musetti retired injured in the fourth set of their semi-final. Spanish second seed Alcaraz led 4-6 7-6 (7-3) 6-0 2-0 when Italy’s Musetti, aiming to reach his first major final, was forced to end the match early. “It’s never fair. I […] The post Alcaraz Advances to Roland Garros Final After Musetti Retired Injured appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago FTC Competition Concerns Trigger Review of Massy Sale to Acado

In Trinidad and Tobago, Guardian media is reporting that Jamaica’s Fair Trading Commission, FTC, has found that the acquisition of Massy Distribution Jamaica by Acado Limited raises competition concerns, resulting in the transaction being advanced to a phase two review. Acado announced in February that it was set to acquire Massy Distribution Jamaica from Massy […] The post FTC Competition Concerns Trigger Review of Massy Sale to Acado appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago British High Commissioner Hails Jamaica’s Unity Cup Performance

British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Judith Slater, had high praises for Jamaica’s senior men’s football team after their recent performance in the Unity Cup football competition, in London. The Reggae Boyz opened their campaign with a 3-2 win over Caribbean neighbours Trinidad and Tobago. In the final they were beaten 5-4 on penalties by Nigeria. […] The post British High Commissioner Hails Jamaica’s Unity Cup Performance appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago St. Catherine CC & Kensington CC to Face Off in Michael Holding Senior Cup Final

St. Catherine CC and Kensington CC will meet in the final of the Michael Holding Senior Cup cricket competition. Kensington booked their place in the final after beating Clarendon CA in semi-final-2 at Jamalco over the weekend. Batting a second time, Kensington reached 39 for 1 when play was called off. Clarendon were bowled out […] The post St. Catherine CC & Kensington CC to Face Off in Michael Holding Senior Cup Final appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago World No. 361 Lois Boisson Stuns World No. 3 Jessica Pegula at Roland Garros

World number 361 Lois Boisson pulled off the biggest shock of this year’s French Open with a stunning fourth-round victory against third seed Jessica Pegula. The French player, given a wildcard into the main draw after tearing an anterior cruciate ligament in her knee last year, came through 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 against the US Open […] The post World No. 361 Lois Boisson Stuns World No. 3 Jessica Pegula at Roland Garros appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Only a Fraction of the Labour Force Can Participate in Global Economy – UWI Principal

Only a fraction of Jamaica’s labour force is skilled enough to participate in an ever-changing global economy. This was highlighted by Principal of the University of the West Indies, Mona, Professor Densil Williams, at the launch of the UWI Short-Term Advancement and Resource Centre, UWISTAR, at the Mona Campus on Thursday. UWISTAR is the central […] The post Only a Fraction of the Labour Force Can Participate in Global Economy – UWI Principal appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Reggae Boyz Looking Forward to Nigeria Clash in Unity Cup Final

Stand-in captain of the Jamaica’s senior men’s football team, Amari’i Bell, says the players are eager to face Nigeria in the final of the Unity Cup at the Brentford Community Stadium, in London on Saturday. Bell says they plan to carry the momentum from their 3-2 win over Trinidad and Tobago into Saturday’s clash. Amari’i […] The post Reggae Boyz Looking Forward to Nigeria Clash in Unity Cup Final appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Reggae Boyz Seal Last Gasp Unity Cup Win Over Trinidad in London

Jamaica’s national senior men’s football team beat Caribbean rivals Trinidad and Tobago 3-2 at the GTech Stadium in London on Tuesday to advance to Saturday’s final of the four team Unity Cup Tournament. Kasey Palmer gave Jamaica the lead on 25 minutes with a cheeky penalty after Renaldo Cephas was brought down in the area. […] The post Reggae Boyz Seal Last Gasp Unity Cup Win Over Trinidad in London appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Van Dijk Leads Well Wishes After Car Ploughed into Supporters at Trophy Parade

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he is “praying for a speedy recovery” for those injured when a car ploughed into supporters at the club’s trophy parade. About 50 people – including four children – were injured when a car rammed into crowds during Monday’s Premier League trophy parade in central Liverpool. A 53-year-old British […] The post Van Dijk Leads Well Wishes After Car Ploughed into Supporters at Trophy Parade appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Archer Ruled Out of England ODI Matches Against WI With Injury

Pace bowler Jofra Archer has been ruled out of England’s team for the One-Day International, ODI, series against West Indies next week. Archer could be in doubt for a proposed return to red-ball action next month, after sustaining a right-thumb injury during his Indian Premier League, IPL, stint with Rajasthan Royals. Archer first sustained the […] The post Archer Ruled Out of England ODI Matches Against WI With Injury appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Golding: A PNP Gov’t Will Implement Initiatives to Reduce Violence Against Women

Opposition leader, Mark Golding says a People’s National Party, PNP, government will implement initiatives focused on reducing instances of violence against women and children. He says the Holness government has failed to advance the PNP’s administration’s efforts to curb gender-based violence. Golding was speaking at a PNP Meeting in Milk River, Clarendon on Sunday. Jamaica […] The post Golding: A PNP Gov’t Will Implement Initiatives to Reduce Violence Against Women appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Phillips Calls For United Front in Tackling Global Challenges

Outgoing Member of Parliament for East Central St. Andrew, Dr. Peter Phillips, is calling for greater cooperation among Parliamentarians and the nation to navigate the difficult global challenges ahead. He made the call in what is his final sectoral debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. Dr. Phillips will not be seeking re-election […] The post Phillips Calls For United Front in Tackling Global Challenges appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Guyana Passes Bill to Establish Database to Track Passenger & Cargo Information in CARICOM

Guyana’s National Assembly has passed legislation to establish a centralised database to facilitate the exchange of passenger and cargo information among CARICOM member states. The Advanced Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Bill was approved on Friday. It is expected to significantly enhance regional security and combat transnational organised crime. The bill was developed by […] The post Guyana Passes Bill to Establish Database to Track Passenger & Cargo Information in CARICOM appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 w. ago GK Financial Services Bracing for Proposed US Remittance Tax

One of the country’s leading remittance agencies is bracing for the potential impact of a proposed tax on remittances from the United States. US Republicans have proposed a five percent tax on remittances as part of a tax bill to advance President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. GraceKennedy Financial Services Limited says it’s working with its […] The post GK Financial Services Bracing for Proposed US Remittance Tax appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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