42 h. ago Frazsiers Whip’s Davia Richards Seeks to Increase Goal Tally

Frazsiers Whip forward, Davia Richards, will again lace up her goal scoring boots when they take on Fedearl United in the Jamaica Women’s Premier League at the Prison Oval, on Saturday. Richards currently lead the golden boot race with 28-goals, while Cavalier’s Shaniel Spence is in second with 25 and Shikira Douglas third with 23. […] The post Frazsiers Whip’s Davia Richards Seeks to Increase Goal Tally appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 d. ago Police Seize Gun, Arrest Two Women Linked to Spanish Town Robbery

The police have arrested two women in connection with an illegal gun and a large sum of cash believed to be linked to a robbery in Spanish Town, St. Catherine. They’re a 22-year student and a 27-year-old unemployed woman. Their identities are being withheld pending charges. Both were nabbed after the Police Emergency Communication Centre, […] The post Police Seize Gun, Arrest Two Women Linked to Spanish Town Robbery 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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3 d. ago Bomb Threat Forced Evacuation at Norman Manley International Airport

A bomb threat forced the emergency evacuation of Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) Wednesday night. The threat was emailed to airport authorities sometime after 10. It’s understood the threat alleged that a bomb had been planted near the airport’s check-in area and would detonate within 26 minutes. The threat was reportedly emailed by a businessman […] The post Bomb Threat Forced Evacuation at Norman Manley International Airport appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago W.I Women Beat S.A in Rain Interrupted One Day International

West Indies women beat South Africa by 4 wickets under the Duckworth/Lewis method a short while ago in Barbados to take a 1-nil lead in their three match One Day International Series. After restricting the South Africans to 232 for 9 in their 50 overs, the Windies were asked to get a revised victory target […] The post W.I Women Beat S.A in Rain Interrupted One Day International appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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3 d. ago Former Finance Minister Touts Jamaica as a Model For Caribbean Region

Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, IMF, and Former Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Clarke, has touted the successes of Jamaica’s fiscal reform as a path to sustainable growth for the wider region. Dr. Clarke was delivering the keynote address for 25th William G. Demas Memorial Lecture Tuesday evening. In noting the current difficulties […] The post Former Finance Minister Touts Jamaica as a Model For Caribbean Region appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 d. ago Sammy: Windies Should Be Performing Better as Second England Sweep Looms

West Indies will aim to avoid a second straight sweep on their tour of the United Kingdom when they face England in the final game of their three match T20 International series. The game is set for Tuesday at the Rose Bowl. The Windies were swept in the three match One-Day International series and have […] The post Sammy: Windies Should Be Performing Better as Second England Sweep Looms 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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6 d. ago Newsom Calls National Guard Deployment in California ‘Unlawful’

California’s Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, says the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles is unlawful. Some 2,000 troops were deployed on Sunday to help quell a third day of protests over President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement. Los Angeles police officers told a news briefing that police were making more arrests, after at least […] The post Newsom Calls National Guard Deployment in California ‘Unlawful’ appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. ago SA ‘A’ Resumes on 44 for 2 in Second Unofficial Test Against WI ‘A’

South Africa “A” will resume on 44 for 2 on day two of the second four-day match against West Indies “A” at Darren Sammy Stadium in St Lucia. Lesego Senokwane, 23, and Jordan Hermann, 18, are the batsmen back in the pavilion. The Caribbean side were bowled out for 220 in their first innings. Alick […] The post SA ‘A’ Resumes on 44 for 2 in Second Unofficial Test Against WI ‘A’ appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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6 d. 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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8 d. ago Police Stations in St Andrew South Achieve International Certification – Commissioner

Every police station in the St. Andrew South division has achieved the internationally recognised ISO-9001 certification. That’s according to police commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake. Dr. Blake was speaking at the inaugural Jamaica Constabulary Force, JCF, Mensa distinguished lecture in St. Andrew on Friday. The ISO-9001 is a widely recognised international standard for Quality Management Systems. […] The post Police Stations in St Andrew South Achieve International Certification – Commissioner 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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9 d. ago Johnson Smith Accuses PNP of Damaging Jamaica’s International Reputation

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, speaks during a briefing at the ministry’s office in downtown Kingston on Tuesday, June 3. (Adrian Walker/JIS) Foreign affairs minister, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, is pushing back against comments from the opposition, suggesting the country’s international reputation is at risk due to recent government actions. According […] The post Johnson Smith Accuses PNP of Damaging Jamaica’s International Reputation appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago PNP Warns Jamaica’s Reputation Could Take Hit from Actions of the Gov’t

Jamaica’s international reputation is at serious risk of being compromised by the recent actions of members of the governing Jamaica Labour Party, JLP. That’s the claim from Opposition Spokesperson on Foreign Affairs, Dr. Angela Brown-Burke. Dr. Brown Burke gave the assessment as part of her Sectoral Debate presentation on Tuesday. Chevon Campbell tells us more. […] The post PNP Warns Jamaica’s Reputation Could Take Hit from Actions of the Gov’t appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago South Africa ‘A’ Declared on 600 for 7 in West Indies ‘A’ Match

Batting a second time, West Indies “A” reached 99 for 2 against South Africa “A” on day three of their four day match at the Darren Sammy Stadium. The West Indies need another 261 runs for the tourists to bat again. Kevlon Anderson, 49, and Kavem Hodge, 8, are the not out batsmen. Earlier, the […] The post South Africa ‘A’ Declared on 600 for 7 in West Indies ‘A’ Match appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago JTA Reveals Support from International Bodies Amid JTC Impasse

The Jamaica Teachers Association, JTA, says it has received support from an international teachers’ union as the body continues to oppose several amendments to the Jamaica Teaching Council, JTC, Bill. According to the JTA, the legislation which will govern the teaching landscape is still heavily flawed. The teachers’ union has raised several concerns about the […] The post JTA Reveals Support from International Bodies Amid JTC Impasse appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Maitland Trial: Crime Scene Examiner Observed Stains Resembling Blood

“Stains resembling blood” were allegedly observed on items in the apartment of Constable Noel Maitland, who is on trial for his girlfriend’s murder. That’s according to a senior crime scene examiner, who took the stand on day nine of the murder trial in the Supreme Court. Robian Williams reports. The senior crime scene examiner is […] The post Maitland Trial: Crime Scene Examiner Observed Stains Resembling Blood appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago McKenzie: Over $1B in Applications for Commercial Development

Municipal corporations across the country have received applications for commercial developments valued at over one hundred billion dollars. Local government minister, Desmond McKenzie, made the revelation during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday. Minister McKenzie highlighted the efficiency of the local authorities, noting a maximum 90 day approval […] The post McKenzie: Over $1B in Applications for Commercial Development appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago NNN/Bluedot Poll: Holness Has Strong Support Among Female Voters

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness continues to perform well with female voters. That’s according to the latest Nationwide/Bluedot polls, powered by Total Tools. He leads Opposition Leader Mark Golding by 11-points with women on the hypothetical question of a direct vote for Prime Minister. 56-percent of women chose Holness. 44-percent chose Golding. That’s a 4-point […] The post NNN/Bluedot Poll: Holness Has Strong Support Among Female Voters appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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