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 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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5 d. ago Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment to Partnership With Cuban Medical Programme

Health Minister, Dr Christopher Tufton, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a partnership with the medical missions programme from Cuba. Dr. Tufton made the announcement during his Sectoral Presentation to Parliament on Tuesday. The medical missions programme permits Cuban doctors to live and work in Jamaica. The programme came under scrutiny earlier this year, […] The post Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment to Partnership With Cuban Medical Programme appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 d. ago Commentator says Marks’ Experience as a Diplomat Will Help in Politics

Public commentator, Germaine Barrett, says Senator Audrey Marks’ expertise as a diplomat will serve her well in representational politics. Senator Marks is set to challenge the People’s National Party’s, PNP, Valenton Wint. Barrett says she has a job on her hands to familiarise herself with constituents. Germaine Barrett, public commentator. He was speaking on Nationwide […] The post Commentator says Marks’ Experience as a Diplomat Will Help in Politics appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago Wilson Scores 38pt Double Double in Narrow Slayers Win Over Warriors

Lushane Wilson scored a game high 38 points and 17 rebounds to guide St. George’s Slayers to a close 75-73 win over MoBay Warriors in the National Basketball League at the Stadium courts, on Thursday night. Richmoor Morris contributed 12 points and four rebounds. Meanwhile, defending champions Urban Knights beat Portmore Flames 75-67. Alex Levy […] The post Wilson Scores 38pt Double Double in Narrow Slayers Win Over Warriors appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Haiti, Venezuela Among 12 Countries Banned from Traveling to US

Haitians are among nationals of 12 countries now banned from travelling to the United States. President Donald Trump signed the proclamation for the travel ban on Wednesday, citing national security risks. The 11 other countries affected are Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. The proclamation […] The post Haiti, Venezuela Among 12 Countries Banned from Traveling to US appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Trump Warns Putin Will Seek Revenge For Ukraine Drone Attack

Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, says he will have to respond to Ukraine’s major drone attack on his country’s airbases. The warning was allegedly given to US President Donald Trump during a phone call on Wednesday. At least 40 Russian warplanes at four military bases were damaged after Ukraine launched a series of drone strikes on […] The post Trump Warns Putin Will Seek Revenge For Ukraine Drone Attack appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Coalition Challenging Suriname’s Leader Following Close Election

Suriname could soon have its first female president. This is after a party led by a medical doctor formed a coalition aimed at ousting the South American country’s current leader following a weekend election with no clear winner. Dr. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, of the National Democratic Party, NDM, formed a coalition with five other parties on […] The post Coalition Challenging Suriname’s Leader Following Close Election appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago 1,300 Police Promoted Under Dr Kevin Blake’s Leadership of JCF

Close to 1,300 police personnel have been promoted since Dr. Kevin Blake took office as Police Commissioner in March last year. Dr. Blake says plans are underway to increase promotions as more senior officers are needed to supervise police personnel. Dr. Blake says there are many vacant senior posts that need to be filled. Dr […] The post 1,300 Police Promoted Under Dr Kevin Blake’s Leadership of JCF appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Students Urged To Be Careful of Social Media Footprint Amid US Visa Turmoil

Founder and chief executive of AIM Educational Services, Nicole McLaren-Campbell, is urging Jamaican students who want to study in the US to be aware that their digital footprint is permanent. Her words follow the Trump administration’s directive to US embassies worldwide to immediately stop scheduling visa interviews for foreign students. The move forms part of […] The post Students Urged To Be Careful of Social Media Footprint Amid US Visa Turmoil appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Michail Antonio Joins Reggae Boyz Squad Following December Crash

Striker Michail Antonio joined the Jamaica national senior football team in training in London on Monday ahead of the start of the four team Unity Cup Tournament. It was Antonio’s first time with the team after his horror car crash in December last year. The West Ham United record goalscorer had suffered a broken leg, […] The post Michail Antonio Joins Reggae Boyz Squad Following December Crash appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago UK Suspends Free Trade Talks With Israel Over Gaza Offensive

The British government on Tuesday suspended free trade talks with Israel and hit West Bank settlers with sanctions. The move came hours after the UK vowed concrete actions if Israel didn’t stop its new military offensive in Gaza. Pressure from close allies is mounting on Israel following a nearly three-month blockade of supplies into Gaza […] The post UK Suspends Free Trade Talks With Israel Over Gaza Offensive appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago UN Warns 14,000 Babies Could Die in Gaza in the Next 48 Hours

The UN’s humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher, says 14,000 babies could die in Gaza in the next 48 hours if more aid doesn’t reach them. Israel ended an 11-week blockade on aid entering Gaza on Monday, but Fletcher says only five lorries got in, and the aid hasn’t reached anyone yet. Medics tell the BBC that […] The post UN Warns 14,000 Babies Could Die in Gaza in the Next 48 Hours appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago EV Battery Maker CATL Shares Surge in Hong Kong After US$4.6B IPO

The world’s largest electric vehicle battery maker has seen its shares jump on its first day of trading in Hong Kong, as it made the biggest initial public offering, IPO, so far this year. China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited produces more than a third of all EV batteries sold worldwide and supplies major carmakers […] The post EV Battery Maker CATL Shares Surge in Hong Kong After US$4.6B IPO appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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