66 h. ago Israel Closes Worldwide Diplomatic Missions Amid Strikes Against Iran

Israel is temporarily closing its missions around the world and suspending consular services. The move comes amid Israel’s continued strikes against Iran’s nuclear assets, and Tehran’s vow to retaliate. In an online statement, Israel’s foreign ministry advises Israelis abroad to fill out a survey to update the ministry on their location and situation. It advises […] The post Israel Closes Worldwide Diplomatic Missions Amid Strikes Against Iran appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Golding Condemns Proposal to Remove AudG From Integrity Commission

Opposition Leader, Mark Golding, says the move to remove the Auditor General as a Commissioner of the Integrity Commission is part of a wider pattern by the Holness administration to weaken the country’s anti-corruption framework. Mr. Golding’s remarks come in response to a decision by a Joint Select Committee reviewing the Integrity Commission Act. On […] The post Golding Condemns Proposal to Remove AudG From Integrity Commission appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Guyana Warns Citizens About Strict Penalties for Illegal Entry to US

The Guyanese Government on Wednesday warned its citizens of strict enforcement measures and legal penalties for illegal entry to the United States. The caution came one day after seven Guyanese nationals were deported from the US and returned to their home country. It also followed a diplomatic note from Washington stating that the Government prioritises […] The post Guyana Warns Citizens About Strict Penalties for Illegal Entry to US appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago Gonsalves Urging T&T, Venezuela to Come to Peaceful Solution Amid Tensions

St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves is urging both Trinidad and Tobago and Venezuela to exercise restraint and resolve their differences peacefully and in line with international law. He is warning against inflaming the situation with strong language. Tensions between Trinidad and Tobago and Venezuela escalated last week after Venezuelan Justice […] The post Gonsalves Urging T&T, Venezuela to Come to Peaceful Solution Amid Tensions appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago McClaren Calling on Jamaicans in the BVI to Support the Reggae Boyz

Coach of the senior Reggae Boyz, Steve McClaren, is calling on the Jamaican diaspora in the British Virgin Islands to come out in their numbers when both teams clash in the CONCACAF World Cup qualifier, on Saturday. This will be the second meeting between the two teams. The last time both teams met was in […] The post McClaren Calling on Jamaicans in the BVI to Support the Reggae Boyz appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Harsher Penalties Coming for Vandals & Thieves of Telecoms Equipment – Vaz

Telecommunications minister, Daryl Vaz, says harsher penalties are coming for people guilty of damaging and stealing equipment from telecoms service providers. Minister Vaz says the new fines for criminal vandalism or theft of equipment owned by the telecoms providers will be set as high as $5 million. Daryl Vaz, telecommunications minister. The post Harsher Penalties Coming for Vandals & Thieves of Telecoms Equipment – Vaz appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Mexico Vows to Take Countermeasures if No Deal on US Metal Tariffs

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has vowed to take countermeasures if no deal is met with the US on metal tariffs. It comes after Donald Trump signed an order doubling his steel and aluminium tariffs to 50 per cent, a move welcomed by many American steelmakers. Trump says the measures are intended to secure the future […] The post Mexico Vows to Take Countermeasures if No Deal on US Metal Tariffs 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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1 week ago Commentator Calls PNP’s Protest Against Dennis Chung ‘Unfortunate’

Public commentator, Dr. Nadeen Spence, says the People’s National Party, PNP, protest over the appointment of Dennis Chung as chief technical director of the Financial Investigations Division is unfortunate. Dr. Spence says it sets a bad precedent for anyone who is asked to give their expert opinion on matters of national importance. Chung has come […] The post Commentator Calls PNP’s Protest Against Dennis Chung ‘Unfortunate’ appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Finance Minister Defends Appointment of Dennis Chung as FID Head

Finance Minister, Fayval Williams, says her ministry stands firmly behind the appointment of Dennis Chung as chief technical director of the Financial Investigations Division, FID. This comes amid a 72-hour ultimatum issued by the opposition People’s National Party, PNP, for his appointment to be withdrawn. In a statement on Friday, Minister Williams says the selection […] The post Finance Minister Defends Appointment of Dennis Chung as FID Head appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago JHTA: Upgraded Travel Advisory May Lead to More Business Tourism

President of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, Robin Russell, says the upgraded travel advisory may result in more opportunities in business travel tourism for local hoteliers. He says the results have come from a collaborative effort that included tourism stakeholders. Robin Russell, president of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, speaking on Nationwide This […] The post JHTA: Upgraded Travel Advisory May Lead to More Business Tourism appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago NNN/Bluedot Poll: Older Voters say Golding Suited to Lead PNP

Older voters say Mark Golding is well suited to the job of leading the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP. That’s according to the latest Nationwide/Bluedot polls, powered by Total Tools. The finding comes as Golding consolidates his support among a key voting demographic heading into this year’s general election. The PNP president has been at […] The post NNN/Bluedot Poll: Older Voters say Golding Suited to Lead PNP appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago NNN/Bluedot Poll: Holness Enjoys Highest Level of Trust in St Thomas, Lowest in Manchester

Voters in St. Thomas have the highest level of trust in Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness. That’s according to the latest Nationwide/Bluedot polls, powered by Total Tools. Fifty-seven per cent of voters in the eastern parish say they trust Dr. Holness. The significant mark of trust comes amid public fanfare regarding the long awaited Morant […] The post NNN/Bluedot Poll: Holness Enjoys Highest Level of Trust in St Thomas, Lowest in Manchester appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Sir Clive Lloyd: CWI Should Have Gone for Younger Captain than Warrican

Legendary former West Indies captain Sir Clive Lloyd believes that Cricket West Indies made a mistake in naming 33-year-old Jomel Warrican as its Test vice-captain, suggesting they should have given the responsibility to one of the younger candidates. Lloyd’s comments come a week after 33 year old Roston Chase was named new Test captain, becoming […] The post Sir Clive Lloyd: CWI Should Have Gone for Younger Captain than Warrican appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Jamalco Wins Netball Major League, Speg ‘B’ Takes Minor League Crown

Jamalco were crowned champions of the Netball Jamaica Supreme Ventures Major League after a come from behind 46-45 win over Rockertz at the Stadium courts, on the weekend. Jamalco’s goalkeeper Paula- Ann Burton of was named the match MVP. Meanwhile, Speg “B” defeated Global “B” 36-21, to claim the Minor League Trophy. The Intermediate “B” […] The post Jamalco Wins Netball Major League, Speg ‘B’ Takes Minor League Crown appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago PNP Criticism of Holness Administration’s Record is ‘Lacking’ – Vaz

West Portland member of parliament, MP, Daryl Vaz, says the criticism from the opposition People’s National Party about the record of the Holness administration is severely lacking in substance. Speaking to Labourites in South East Clarendon on Sunday, Vaz says silence would be better than much of what comes from the mouth of the opposition’s […] The post PNP Criticism of Holness Administration’s Record is ‘Lacking’ – Vaz appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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