37 h. ago Pulse Investments Promises Long Awaited Upgrade to Villa Ronai

Pulse Investments Limited is promising a major upgrade to Villa Ronai. In a release on Friday, the company says work will commence on transforming the estate into a world-class 5-star resort. It comes amid mounting concern from disgruntled shareholders that the company has neglected the residential community. Shaloy Smikle reports. Pulse Investments Limited acquired the […] The post Pulse Investments Promises Long Awaited Upgrade to Villa Ronai appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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45 h. ago PNP’s Dr Miranda Wellington Denounces Political Violence After ‘Prepare for War’ Backlash

“I do not support political violence!” That’s the word from People’s National Party, PNP, caretaker for South West St. Elizabeth, Dr. Miranda Wellington. Dr. Wellington took to social media on Thursday, amid an avalanche of criticism over her incendiary remarks on the campaign trial in Westmoreland on the weekend. Dr. Wellington told comrades at a […] The post PNP’s Dr Miranda Wellington Denounces Political Violence After ‘Prepare for War’ Backlash appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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45 h. ago Green Defends ‘Comprehensive’ Record Following Criticism from PNP Challenger

“The most comprehensive, extensive work that has ever been done!” That’s how Agriculture Minister, Floyd Green, is describing his time at the helm of the ministry. Speaking on Nationwide at Five on Thursday, Minister Green responded to sharp criticism of his stewardship from People’s National Party caretaker, Dr. Miranda Wellington. Dr. Wellington says the minister […] The post Green Defends ‘Comprehensive’ Record Following Criticism from PNP Challenger appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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63 h. ago U21 Sunshine Girls Using Elite Netball Competition to Prepare for Youth World Cup

Jamaica’s under-21 Sunshine Girls are fine tuning preparation for the highly anticipated Netball Youth World Cup set to be hosted in Gibraltar from September 19-28.  According to assistant coach of the team, Nardia Hansen, the youngsters are currently using the ongoing Red Stripe Flavours Elite Netball competition as preparation work leading up to the World Cup, […] The post U21 Sunshine Girls Using Elite Netball Competition to Prepare for Youth World Cup appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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69 h. ago Local Manufacturer Makes Link Between Electricity Theft and High Costs

Local manufacturer, Jamaican Teas, is again raising concern about the impact of electricity theft on the cost of the utility. Company chief executive officer, CEO, John Mahfood was reacting to the government’s announcement that it will not renew the existing Jamaica Public Service Company, JPS, licence when it expires in 2027. John Mahfood, CEO of […] The post Local Manufacturer Makes Link Between Electricity Theft and High Costs appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Fosrich, Wigton Energy Endorse Integration of Renewables in Local Grid

Prominent figures in the local energy sector are welcoming Energy Minister, Daryl Vaz’s, intention to incorporate renewables in the local grid. The Minister has promised the incorporation will form part of negotiations for a new electricity licence. Cecil Foster is the CEO of Fosrich Company Limited. He says the minister’s plan for more renewables on […] The post Fosrich, Wigton Energy Endorse Integration of Renewables in Local Grid appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 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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3 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 Opposition Wants Future Negotiations to Secure Lower Energy Cost

Opposition Spokesman on Energy, Phillip Paulwell, says the government must ensure that future negotiations on a new electricity licence result in lower energy costs for Jamaicans. According to Paulwell, he has repeatedly alerted the government on the impending expiration of the company’s licence. He notes that he had also urged Minister Vaz to establish a […] The post Opposition Wants Future Negotiations to Secure Lower Energy Cost appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Jamaica Opens Applications for Licence to Provide Electricity

In a stunning development, the Government of Jamaica says it will not renew its licence with the Jamaica Public Service Company, JPS, under the current terms. The announcement was made by Energy Minister Daryl Vaz at a press conference held at Jamaica House on Tuesday morning. The Government of Jamaica holds a 19 per cent […] The post Jamaica Opens Applications for Licence to Provide Electricity appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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8 d. ago Vast Majority of Declarations Remain Uncertified by Integrity Commission

Of the nearly 190,000 statutory declarations received by the Integrity Commission since 2018, only just over 3,000 have actually been certified. Just over 14,000 of that number have been examined for the seven year period. Four hundred and seventy-six statutory declarations have been submitted to the Commission on behalf of Members of Parliament. Of that […] The post Vast Majority of Declarations Remain Uncertified by Integrity Commission appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago PM says Good Governance is Behind Jamaica’s Economic Success

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is arguing that the reason for the economic success of the country is good government policy. He was speaking at the commission of a US$42 million facility of the Carib Cement Company Ltd. on Thursday. He added that social programmes implemented by his government are a result of good management […] The post PM says Good Governance is Behind Jamaica’s Economic Success appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Bail Granted to Owners of Dominican Nightclub Where 236 Died

A Dominican Republic court on Thursday granted bail to two nightclub owners accused of manslaughter after a roof collapsed on hundreds of revellers. The collapse in April killed 236 people. It’s referred to as the Caribbean nation’s worst disaster in decades. Antonio Espaillat and his sister Maribel were arrested last week, and prosecutors asked for […] The post Bail Granted to Owners of Dominican Nightclub Where 236 Died appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Preparation for 2025 Hurricane Season Advanced – Education Ministry

Education minister, Dr. Dana Morris Dixon, says the ministry’s preparations for the 2025 hurricane season are in high gear. This includes repairs and maintenance of schools that are designated as shelters. Dr. Morris Dixon was speaking at Wednesday’s post-cabinet media briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister. The hurricane season began on June 1 […] The post Preparation for 2025 Hurricane Season Advanced – Education Ministry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Computer Chip Company Texas Instruments Pledges to Invest US$60B in US

Computer chip giant Texas Instruments, TI, will invest more than US$60 billion in the US, as President Donald Trump pressures big technology firms to increase manufacturing in the country. The company said it plans to build or expand seven chip-making facilities at three sites in Texas and Utah, and create 60,000 jobs. TI did not […] The post Computer Chip Company Texas Instruments Pledges to Invest US$60B in US appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Hundreds Flock KFC Outlets; Company Says Extensive Preparations Were Made

Marketing Manager of KFC, Andre Roper, says extensive preparations were made in anticipation of Wednesday’s 50th anniversary ‘Brawta Deal’ promotion. This, as hundreds of customers are at this hour still flocking KFC locations islandwide. The one-day promotion also triggered the deployment of police personnel, who were called in to control the crowd. Shaloy Smikle tells […] The post Hundreds Flock KFC Outlets; Company Says Extensive Preparations Were Made appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Large Crowds Reaffirm KFC’s Strong Influence – Marketing Strategist

Marketing Strategist, Joel Nomdarkham, says the large crowds that flocked KFC restaurants islandwide on Wednesday reaffirm the strong influence the brand holds over Jamaican consumers. Nomdarkham notes that while the rollout of the Brawta Deal promotion was relatively subtle, the overwhelming turnout demonstrates the enduring strength of the legacy brand. He says the surge in […] The post Large Crowds Reaffirm KFC’s Strong Influence – Marketing Strategist appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Florida Women Sentenced to 21 Years in Prison for Murdering Jamaican Husband

A Florida woman has been sentenced to 21 years in prison for the murder of her Jamaican husband at their Coral Springs home last year. Two-hundred-and-eighty-five days have been credited for time already served in pretrial detention. According to court records, 46-year-old Denise Nicole Malcolm, last week pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder […] The post Florida Women Sentenced to 21 Years in Prison for Murdering Jamaican Husband appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Fans Warned to Prepare for ‘Short Notice’ Changes in Next Season’s PL Schedule

Fans have been warned by the English Premier League that fixtures could be moved at “relatively short notice” next season because of the number of teams playing in Europe. A record nine top-flight clubs have qualified for Uefa competitions in the 2025-26 campaign. The Premier League said there is an “increased likelihood” that games will […] The post Fans Warned to Prepare for ‘Short Notice’ Changes in Next Season’s PL Schedule appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Labour Minister Allows Chinese Mechanics to Resume Operations

The Ministry of Labour has given the green light to the Chinese-owned and operated Whole Hearted Car Services Company in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine to resume operations. In a statement on Sunday, the ministry said it had completed its investigation into labour law compliance issues at the facility. The labour minister is Pearnel Charles Jr. […] The post Labour Minister Allows Chinese Mechanics to Resume Operations appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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