57 h. ago Slow Start to Windies First Innings Chase in Second Test vs Australia

Beau Webster (L) of Australia express disappointment as Brandon King (R) of West Indies looks back to see the ball hit the boundary during the 2nd day of the 2nd Test between West Indies and Australia at Grenada National Cricket Stadium, Saint George’s, Grenada, on July 4, 2025. (Photo by Randy Brooks / AFP) (Photo […] The post Slow Start to Windies First Innings Chase in Second Test vs Australia appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Australia Stage Impressive Fight Back Against WI in 2nd Test

Australia produced an impressive fight back to post a respectable 286 all out at close on day one of the second cricket test against West Indies at the national stadium in St. Georges, Grenada. The tourists were 93 for 4 at one stage with the likes of the returning Steve Smith 3, Usman Khawaja 16, […] The post Australia Stage Impressive Fight Back Against WI in 2nd Test appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Candidates Gear Up to Replace Conde Riley as Barbados Cricket President

A new president of Barbados Cricket will soon be elected as Conde Riley announced that he’ll relinquish the post of president. Riley is a retired investment banker. He is a highly respected administrator of three decades’ experience and director of Cricket West Indies. Veteran cricket commentator, Joseph ‘Reds’ Perriera, says three high-profile candidates plan to […] The post Candidates Gear Up to Replace Conde Riley as Barbados Cricket President appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Political Ombudsman Remains Vigilant as Election Campaigning Intensifies

The Office of the Political Ombudsman says it’s maintaining a watchful eye on the conduct of political parties and candidates as campaigning intensifies ahead of the general election. In a statement on Wednesday, the Ombudsman says it has taken note of flags, display boards and other paraphernalia erected, as well as public utterances from political […] The post Political Ombudsman Remains Vigilant as Election Campaigning Intensifies appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Acquiring JPS an Option as Gov’t Seeks Better Terms on Electricity Licence

Energy Minister, Daryl Vaz, says the government is prepared to acquire the services of the Jamaica Public Service Company, JPS, if necessary. His statement is guided by Condition 27 of the JPS licence of 2016. Condition 27 of the licence deals with the acquisition of the JPS’ service. It empowers the government to take control […] The post Acquiring JPS an Option as Gov’t Seeks Better Terms on Electricity Licence appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago New JHTA President Credits JPS With Improved Performance in Last Year

The Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, JHTA, is praising the Jamaica Public Service Company for improving its performance over the last year. Newly elected JHTA president, Christopher Jarrett, says the organisation has grown more confident in JPS’ reliability. Energy minister, Daryl Vaz, has maintained that under its current terms, the licence has not served the […] The post New JHTA President Credits JPS With Improved Performance in Last Year appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Trump Threatens Japan With 35% Tariff Amid Negotiations Over Trade Deal

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 30 to 35 per cent tariff on Japan if a deal between the two countries is not reached before a deadline next week. That would be well above the 24 per cent tariff Japan was hit with as part of Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” on April […] The post Trump Threatens Japan With 35% Tariff Amid Negotiations Over Trade Deal appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 d. ago US Auto Sales Increase for Second Quarter But Experts Predict Rising Costs

U.S. auto sales are set to rise in the second quarter, aided by sustained demand. But industry players expect President Donald Trump’s tariffs to pressure prices in the months ahead. Market research firm Cox Automotive expects U.S. new-vehicle sales volume to climb about 1.7 million units. This compares to 4.18 million units in the second […] The post US Auto Sales Increase for Second Quarter But Experts Predict Rising Costs appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Perreira Names His Windies 11 Pick For 2nd Test Against Australia

Veteran cricket commentator, Joseph ‘Reds’ Perreira, says he would make several changes to West Indies eleven for the second test against Australia. The Windies are set to face the tourists in a series levelling test at the National Cricket Stadium in Grenada, starting on July 3. Perriera says Jamaican John Campbell would be one of […] The post Perreira Names His Windies 11 Pick For 2nd Test Against Australia appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Old Cotton Bank Notes Will Not Be Legal Tender Effective July 1

The Bank of Jamaica, BOJ is advising the public that effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025, the old cotton banknotes will no longer be legal tender, That is, the bank notes should no longer be accepted as payment for goods and services. Cash transactions should be conducted using the new polymer banknotes which have been in […] The post Old Cotton Bank Notes Will Not Be Legal Tender Effective July 1 appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Guyana Opens Court Dedicated to People With Mental Health Issues

Guyana has opened a mental health court to improve access to justice and treatment for people with mental health conditions. The specialised court, which will use therapeutic jurisprudence, will operate out of the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. It complements the Mental Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2022. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil […] The post Guyana Opens Court Dedicated to People With Mental Health Issues appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago T&T: Former Finance Minister Appointed Central Bank Governor

Trinidad’s former finance minister, Larry Howai, has been appointed central bank governor. He was presented with his instruments of appointment on Wednesday. It came a day after the cabinet formally requested that the president terminate the tenure of the previous governor with immediate effect. The officer holder at the time was Alvin Hilaire. Howai served […] The post T&T: Former Finance Minister Appointed Central Bank Governor appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago US Supreme Court Limits Individual Judges’ Power to Block Trump

The US Supreme Court on Friday issued a 6-3 ruling that will curb judges’ powers to block President Donald Trump’s orders nationwide. Trump calls the decision a “giant win” and Attorney General Pam Bondi says it will stop the “endless barrage” of injunctions against the president. Writing in dissent of the opinion, Justice Sonia Sotomayor […] The post US Supreme Court Limits Individual Judges’ Power to Block Trump appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago Australia Extends Lead to 300 on Day 3 of 1st Test Against WI

Australia, resuming on 92 for 4 reached 310 all out on day three of the first Test against West Indies at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. Travis Head made 61 and Beau Webster top scored with 63. Alex Carney is not out on 50 and Pat Cummings is 9 unbeaten. The visitors currently hold a […] The post Australia Extends Lead to 300 on Day 3 of 1st Test Against WI appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago West Indies Player Facing Slew of Sexual Assault Allegations

A member of the West Indies squad currently playing Australia in Barbados is facing a slew of rape and sexual assault allegations. The player who is said to be from Guyana, was held in custody for a period before he was released on bond. At last count, 11 women have contacted reporters in Guyana with […] The post West Indies Player Facing Slew of Sexual Assault Allegations appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago PNP Pledges to Partner With Tourism Stakeholders to Grant Beach Access to Public

People’s National Party, PNP president, Mark Golding, says a future administration will be partnering with the tourism industry to ensure that citizens have access to the island’s beaches. He made the pledge while addressing a campaign rally in Eastern St. Andrew on Wednesday. Mark Golding, opposition leader. The government has been heavily criticised regarding access […] The post PNP Pledges to Partner With Tourism Stakeholders to Grant Beach Access to Public appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Burgher Gully Gang Leader Killed in Alleged Police Confrontation

The leader of the Burgher Gully Gang has been fatally shot in an alleged confrontation with the police at 4 Burgher Avenue, Rollington Town in east Kingston. He has been identified as 64-year-old Christopher Murray, otherwise called ‘Chris’. Reports are, at about 6 am on Thursday, the police were conducting an intelligence-led operation in search […] The post Burgher Gully Gang Leader Killed in Alleged Police Confrontation appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago West Indies Make Progress on Day 2 of 1st Test Against Australia

The West Indies have made significant progress on day two of the first Test against Australia at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown Barbados. Resuming on 57 for 4 on the second morning the home team at sports time reached 190 all out, replying to Australia’s 180 all out. Brandon King added just 3 to his […] The post West Indies Make Progress on Day 2 of 1st Test Against Australia appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Dupont Primary Wins Bob & Rita Marley Foundation Basketball Tournament

Dupont Primary are the champions of the Bob and Rita Marley Foundation/JABA Mini Basketball Tournament. Dupont defeated Mavisville Prep 18- 2 in the finals to lift the trophy. Leon Riley of Dupont was named tournament MVP. Dupont also won the Skills Challenge defeating St Patrick’s in the finals 16-10. The post Dupont Primary Wins Bob & Rita Marley Foundation Basketball Tournament appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Spurs’ Devis Vassell to Visit Basketball Clinic in Western Jamaica

San Antonio Spurs NBA player, Devin Vassell, is set to visit Herbert Morrison High school basketball clinic on June 30. President of the Jamaica Basketball Association, Paulton Gordon, says the clinic will involve 30 high school players from the Western schools. Gordon says this initiative is just part of their development strategy for local basketball. […] The post Spurs’ Devis Vassell to Visit Basketball Clinic in Western Jamaica appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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