36 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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60 h. ago Election Observers Flag Bribery, Unregulated Party Spending in Trinidad Polls

In Trinidad and Tobago, the final report of the Commonwealth Observer Group, COG, on the general election held on April 28 this year, has raised concern over allegations of bribery on polling day and the continued lack of legal controls on campaign financing. According to the report, the COG noted reports of electoral offences, including […] The post Election Observers Flag Bribery, Unregulated Party Spending in Trinidad Polls appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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66 h. ago Former Head of Trinidad’s Central Bank Signals Intent to Sue Gov’t Over Firing

Former governor of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr Alvin Hilaire, has signalled his intention to sue the state for wrongful dismissal. This is according to the Trinidad Guardian, which received a WhatsApp message from Dr Hilaire to that effect. Dr Hilaire says his lawyers issued a pre-action protocol letter to the cabinet […] The post Former Head of Trinidad’s Central Bank Signals Intent to Sue Gov’t Over Firing appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago IC’s Probe into PM’s Statutory Declaration Closed in July 2024

The Integrity Commission has revealed via a document tabled in the Parliament that it has closed a probe it had launched into Prime Minister Andrew Holness’ statutory declarations. The investigation into Dr. Holness is listed as among nine investigations which the Commission says it closed during the financial year 2024/2015. Page 171 of the Annual […] The post IC’s Probe into PM’s Statutory Declaration Closed in July 2024 appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 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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3 d. ago Gov’t Tables Legislation Designed to Modernise Tourism Industry

The government has tabled legislation to modernise the framework that supports the tourism industry. Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett says in its current form, the Jamaica Tourist Board Act is not fit for purpose. The update will enhance the tourist board’s ability to effectively regulate the industry and promote Jamaica as a visitor destination. It will […] The post Gov’t Tables Legislation Designed to Modernise Tourism Industry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago FID Warning Public Against Becoming ‘Money Mules’ Amid Fraud Arrests

The Financial Investigations Division, FID, is warning Jamaicans not to allow their bank accounts or identities to be used to move money on behalf of others. The warning follows the arrest and charge of three individuals linked to a $96 million point-of-sale fraud scheme. Robian Williams reports. At the centre of the $96 million point-of-sale, […] The post FID Warning Public Against Becoming ‘Money Mules’ Amid Fraud Arrests appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Gov’t Moving to Minimise Effect of Industrial Action from Healthcare Workers

The Ministry of Health and Wellness says it’s mobilising resources to minimise the impact on health services islandwide, following reports of industrial action by several categories of healthcare workers. The workers include nurses, midwives and medical technologists. The sickouts, primarily involving nurses and midwives in the Southeast, Northeast, and Southern Regional Health Authorities, are reportedly […] The post Gov’t Moving to Minimise Effect of Industrial Action from Healthcare Workers 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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5 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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5 d. ago Transport Minister: 12,000 have Benefitted from School Bus System in Portland

More than 12,000 passengers have benefitted from the rural school bus service in Portland since it was initiated in May this year. That’s according to transport minister, Daryl Vaz. Writing on social media platform ‘X’ on Sunday, Vaz noted that 258 schools will benefit under phase one of the programme, starting September. Minister Vaz was […] The post Transport Minister: 12,000 have Benefitted from School Bus System in Portland appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 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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5 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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8 d. ago Alkaline to Sit Down With Nationwide’s Cliff Hughes for Exclusive Interview

International recording star, Alkaline, will engage in his first on air interview with a Jamaican media entity in a decade. On Wednesday, July 2, at 3:45 pm, Jamaica time, Vendetta fans along with music and entertainment lovers globally, can tune in for an exclusive, one-on-one interview with the Emmy Award-winning journalist Cliff Hughes. The highly-anticipated […] The post Alkaline to Sit Down With Nationwide’s Cliff Hughes for Exclusive Interview appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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8 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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1 week ago Vulnerable Jamaicans Urged to Apply For $1B Solidarity Programme

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is urging vulnerable Jamaicans to make use of the government’s one billion dollar Solidarity programme now in effect. He was speaking at the launch of the initiative at Jamaica House on Wednesday. Under Solidarity, one-time cash grants of $20,000 will be provided to 50,000 eligible Jamaicans. To be eligible, individuals […] The post Vulnerable Jamaicans Urged to Apply For $1B Solidarity Programme appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago JCTU: Announced Salary Increase a Delayed Entitlement, Not a New Benefit

The Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions, JCTU, says the 7.5 percent salary increase for public sector workers is a delayed entitlement. On Monday, Finance Minister, Fayval Williams, announced that eligible employees will receive up to three increments in their substantive salary scales for the 2025-26 financial year. She noted that the ministry was moving to […] The post JCTU: Announced Salary Increase a Delayed Entitlement, Not a New Benefit appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Public Defender Reviewing Operations of the Sexual Offenders Registry

The Office of the Public Defender, OPD, says it has initiated a wide-ranging investigation into the operation and effectiveness of the Sexual Offenders Registry. The registry was established under the 2009 Sexual Offences Act. Currently, access is limited to law enforcement personnel, designated employers and persons with a proven legitimate interest. In a statement on […] The post Public Defender Reviewing Operations of the Sexual Offenders Registry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago CARICOM Heads to Focus on Security, Food Resilience, Climate Change at Upcoming Summit

Regional heads are expected to focus their attention, at CARICOM’s 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government, on improving regional security, enhancing food and nutrition security, and combating climate change. The announcement was made by CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett on Thursday. The 49th Regular Meeting is set for July 6 to […] The post CARICOM Heads to Focus on Security, Food Resilience, Climate Change at Upcoming Summit appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Guyana’s Gov’t Rejects Calls to Allow Inmates to Vote in Elections

The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs in Guyana has rejected recent calls for prisoners to be allowed to vote in the upcoming general and regional elections. The polls are set for September 1. The calls have come from opposition-nominated commissioners at the Guyana Elections Commission. But the AG describes the proposal, coming three […] The post Guyana’s Gov’t Rejects Calls to Allow Inmates to Vote in Elections appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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