26 h. ago Kishane Thompson Doesn’t Rule Out Running Prefontaine Classic Record

National champion, Kishane Thompson, says he’ll not count out breaking the stadium record when he runs in the men’s 100-metres at the 50th staging of the Prefontaine Classic, the ninth stop in the Wanda Diamond League series on Saturday at Hayward Stadium University of Oregon. The record of 9.80 seconds was set by fellow Jamaican […] The post Kishane Thompson Doesn’t Rule Out Running Prefontaine Classic Record appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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26 h. ago Kishane Thompson’s World Lead a Sign of His Maturity – Bailey

Former Olympic 100m champion and world record holder, Donovan Bailey, says he’s was not surprised by Kishane Thompson’s world leading and personal best 9.75 seconds to win the men’s 100-metres final at the recent National Championships. The time also elevates Thompson to sixth on the world all-time list. Speaking on Donovan Running Things, Bailey, says […] The post Kishane Thompson’s World Lead a Sign of His Maturity – Bailey appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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31 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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46 h. ago Gov’t Senator Rebukes Golding for “Insensitive” Remarks on Dead Babies

Reckless and insensitive! That’s how government Senator, Dr. Elon Thompson, has described comments made by Opposition Leader Mark Golding concerning the death of 24 pre-mature babies at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital in June. Mr. Golding told PNP supporters at a recent party meeting that 24 premature babies were “killed and allowed to die.” The South […] The post Gov’t Senator Rebukes Golding for “Insensitive” Remarks on Dead Babies appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago World Leader Kishane Thompson Looking Forward to Prefontaine Classic

National 100-metres champion, Kishane Thompson, says he’s eager to return to the Prefontaine Classic, the ninth stop in the Wanda Diamond League series. It is set for Saturday at Hayward Stadium University of Oregon. Thompson posted a world leading 9.75 seconds to win the men’s 100-metres at Jamaica’s National Championships. He says his performance on […] The post World Leader Kishane Thompson Looking Forward to Prefontaine Classic appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 d. ago Iran: US Must Rule Out More Strikes to Return to Negotiating Table

The BBC is reporting that Iran is insisting that the US must rule out any further strikes on the country if it wants to resume diplomatic talks. Iran says the Trump administration has communicated through mediators that it wanted to return to negotiations this week, but had not made its position clear on the very […] The post Iran: US Must Rule Out More Strikes to Return to Negotiating Table appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago IMF Continues to Praise Jamaica’s ‘Robust’ Macroeconomic Performance

The executive board of the International Monetary Fund, IMF, continues to commend Jamaica for its robust macroeconomic performance and institutional reforms over the past decade. This following the conclusion of the IMF’s latest Article Four Consultation on June 12. Daina Davy reports. In its assessment published on Wednesday, the IMF highlighted Jamaica’s impressive track record […] The post IMF Continues to Praise Jamaica’s ‘Robust’ Macroeconomic Performance appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago JOA Cautions Against Vilifying Athletes Who Switch Allegiance

President of the Jamaica Olympic Association, Christopher Samuda, cautions against emotionally vilifying the athletes that are going through the process of switching their allegiance from Jamaica to Turkey. These athletes include, Olympic discus champion and record holder, Roje Stona, Paris shot put bronze medallist, Rajindra Campbell, world and Olympic long jump silver medallist, Wayne Pinnock, […] The post JOA Cautions Against Vilifying Athletes Who Switch Allegiance 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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3 w. ago UK Chancellor Refuses to Rule Out Tax Increases After Economy Shrinks

The UK economy suffered its worst contraction for a year and a half in April, as taxes increased for businesses, household bills jumped and exports to the US plunged. The economy shrank by 0.3 per cent, more than the 0.1 per cent predicted by experts, marking the steepest monthly decline since October 2023 April saw […] The post UK Chancellor Refuses to Rule Out Tax Increases After Economy Shrinks appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Golding Accuses Gov’t of ‘Bad Governance, Corruption & Maladministration’

Opposition leader, Mark Golding, is again bashing the Holness administration for what he says is its record of bad governance, corruption and maladministration. Golding made the comments at a People’s National Party, PNP, organised demonstration in Old Harbour square, South West St. Catherine on Wednesday morning. The protest drew scores of comrades, several of whom […] The post Golding Accuses Gov’t of ‘Bad Governance, Corruption & Maladministration’ appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago PM Hails Wheatley’s ‘Track Record of Strong Leadership’ in His Constituency

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says South Central St. Catherine member of parliament, Dr. Andrew Wheatley has a track record of strong leadership in his constituency. Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness. The prime minister was speaking during a Jamaica Labour Party meeting in South Central St. Catherine on Sunday. Dr. Andrew Wheatley has served as MP […] The post PM Hails Wheatley’s ‘Track Record of Strong Leadership’ in His Constituency appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 w. ago Sri Lanka Emerging Players Resume With 219 Run Lead Over WI Academy

Sri Lanka Emerging players, with a lead of 219, will resume on 141 for 5 on day three of their second innings of the four-day match against West Indies Academy. Janishka Perera, 13, and Dhananjaya Lakshan, who is yet to get off the mark, are the not-out batsmen. The Academy men were bowled out for […] The post Sri Lanka Emerging Players Resume With 219 Run Lead Over WI Academy appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 w. ago Met Service Forecasts Three Major Hurricanes for 2025 Season

Principal Director of the Meteorological Service of Jamaica (Met Service), Evan Thompson, addresses the National Disaster Risk Management Council Meeting at the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development in Kingston on Wednesday, June 4. (Adrian Walker/JIS) The Met Service is forecasting three to five major hurricanes for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season. That’s according to principal director […] The post Met Service Forecasts Three Major Hurricanes for 2025 Season appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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last month Corinaldi Avenue Primary Crowned Champions of Scotiabank Football Kids Tournament

The Jamaica leg of the Scotiabank Football Kids’ Championship has run its four-week course and came to an end on the weekend. Corinaldi Avenue Primary were crowned champions after beating Balmagie Primary 3-1. In addition to Corinaldi Avenue Primary being crowned champions, Scotiabank also distributed individual awards and prizes. Goalkeeper Troy King, of Balmagie Primary […] The post Corinaldi Avenue Primary Crowned Champions of Scotiabank Football Kids Tournament appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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