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#TeamJamaica 's Bouwahjgie Nkrumie sprinted to a National Junior Record in 10.02s on day two of the World Under-20 Championships in Cali, Colombia ... Show more
It's another big moment for #TeamJamaica 🇯🇲 after Kobe Lawrence smashed his own personal best (20.02m) in the shot put. He extended his lifetime best twice to ... Show more
Kobe Lawrence delivered Jamaica’s second silver on day two of the World Under-20 Championships at the Pascual Guerrero Olympic Stadium in Cali ... Show more
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Three medals for Jamaica on day 2 of World Under-20 Champs: CALI, Colombia— Bouwahjgie Nkrumie lowered the Jamaican men’s Under-20 record ...
jamaicaobserver.com/latest-news/three-medals-for-jamaica-on-day-2-of-world-under-20-champs/
#Champs2024: Edwin Allen reclaim girls’ Champs title; KC win 35th in boys’ section
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/champs2024-edwin-allen-reclaim-girls-champs-title-kc-win-35th-boys-section/
Half-Way-Tree Primary School teacher suffers stroke, dies five days later: KINGSTON, Jamaica- The staff and students of Half-Way-Tree Primary are mourning the ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/half-way-tree-primary-school-teacher-suffers-stroke-dies-five-days-later/
‘One Love’ and the Flattening of Bob Marley’s Radicalism: The biopic ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ continues a long tradition of downplaying the late reggae star’s ...
vulture.com/article/one-love-and-the-flattening-of-bob-marleys-radicalism.html
NYPD cop, 31, shot dead by career criminal during Queens traffic stop ID'd as husband, dad of young child
nypost.com/2024/03/25/us-news/nypd-cop-shot-in-chest-in-queens-rushed-to-hospital-sources/
Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
- Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.
- Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.
- The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.
- The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
Jaydon Hibbert awards five scholarships to Kingston College: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jaydon Hibbert, world U-20 Triple Jump record holder, has established the Leaps ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/jaydon-hibbert-awards-five-scholarships-kingston-college/
Man fatally shot after reportedly mowing down two people in Manchester: MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A man was fatally shot by an off-duty policeman after he reportedly ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/man-fatally-shot-after-reportedly-mowing-down-two-people-in-manchester/
Westmoreland vendor stabbed to death in Negril Transport Centre: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica— A 51-year-old vendor is dead after she was reportedly stabbed to death ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/westmoreland-vendor-stabbed-to-death-in-negril-transport-centre/
Newly renovated surgical ward at KPH reopens: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The 36-bed Ward 2 North at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) has been officially reopened ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/newly-renovated-surgical-ward-kph-reopens/
Five dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in PNG earthquake: At least five people were killed and an estimated 1,000 homes destroyed when a magnitude 6 ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/five-dead-1000-homes-destroyed-png-earthquake/
Quick Glance: Significant Destruction Caused by Severe Earthquake and Floods in PNG
- A seismic event measuring 6.9 in magnitude resulted in extensive destruction in Papua New Guinea, with approximately 1,000 residential properties in the East Sepik province affected, with reports of three fatalities.
- Governor Allan Bird mentioned the devastation of the 1,000 homes due to the earthquake, exacerbating the existing challenges posed by flooding in the province.
- Critical necessities in the impacted areas include housing, access to clean water, and waterproof covers for securing possessions and firewood.
- Intense precipitation coupled with powerful winds have led to severe flooding and landslides in Papua New Guinea during this current month.
Tributes paid to city legend 'Pretty' who loved to dance and make people smile: Albert Johnson was an incredibly happy man and well-loved in the local community
nottinghampost.com/news/nottingham-news/tributes-paid-nottingham-legend-pretty-9192242
Clarke says Opposition Leader disrespectful for referring to House Speaker Juliet Holness ‘as the wife’
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/clarke-says-opposition-leader-disrespectful-referring-house-speaker-juliet-holness-wife/
Lembikisa wonder strike lifts Reggae Boyz over Panama to claim third: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Jamaica's Reggae Boyz clinched third place in the Concacaf Nations ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/lembikisa-wonder-strike-lifts-reggae-boyz-panama-claim-third/
Gov’t prioritises Washington Boulevard improvement, says PM: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Increased focus will be placed on the Washington Boulevard Improvement Project ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/govt-prioritises-washington-boulevard-improvement-says-pm/
Gov’t senator touts opportunities in budget for youth, seniors, skilled and unskilled
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/govt-senator-touts-opportunities-in-budget-for-youth-seniors-skilled-and-unskilled/
Dunbeholden slip up in the play-off chase: CATHERINE HALL, St James — Dunbeholden FC slipped up in the three-way race for the last playoff spot in the J Wray and ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/dunbeholden-slip-up-in-the-play-off-chase/
Dr Brian Heap is dead: Dr Brian Heap, an English-born educator known for his work in theatre, died on Sunday after a prolonged, undisclosed illness ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/dr-brian-heap-dead/
Gray, Nicholson back for Reggae Boyz vs Panama: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Demarai Gray and Shamar Nicholson have been included in the Jamaica team to face Panama in the ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/gray-nicholson-back-reggae-boyz-vs-panama/
‘Tattoo’ shot and killed in Westmoreland: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica – A man was shot and killed at Amity Cross Road in Westmoreland on Friday night ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/tattoo-shot-killed-westmoreland/
‘Bunny’ Shaw breaks Manchester City’s goal record: Jamaica’s Khadija "Bunny" Shaw is now Manchester City’s women’s record goal scorer. Shaw surpassed Georgia ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/bunny-shaw-breaks-manchester-citys-goal-record/
Five Students Wounded in Slashings at Queens High School: The students were taken into custody after a fight at the school, the police said ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/nyregion/stabbing-queens-high-school.html
Grim search for six bodies in Baltimore bridge-ship collision continues: BALTIMORE, United States (AFP)— Emergency services combed the cold waters of Baltimore ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/grim-search-six-bodies-baltimore-bridge-ship-collision-continues/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
An Easter loaf baked with fruit, spices and Caribbean sun: Widely believed to be a descendant of hot cross buns, this Jamaican spice bun soars with vibrant ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/22/dining/easter-jamaican-spice-bun.html/
MP Robert Chin to visit Integrity Commission regarding financial statements on Monday
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/mp-robert-chin-visit-integrity-commission-regarding-financial-statements-monday/
Four people injured in Westmoreland drive-by shooting: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica— A 52-year-old mechanic from Manchester is among four people who were reportedly ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/four-people-injured-westmoreland-drive-shooting/
Long ordeal of disabled, abandoned kids in Haiti orphanage ends: They’re in Jamaica
miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article286880915.html
13 killed in Philippine road crash: At least 13 people were killed in the southern Philippines on Monday after a collision between a dump truck loaded with sand ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/13-killed-philippine-road-crash/
Former Bahamas legislator shot and killed in alleged robbery: NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC)— Former Member of Parliament (MP) Donald Saunders became the 35th murder ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/former-bahamas-legislator-shot-and-killed-in-alleged-robbery/
Four Moscow attack suspects charged with terrorism: MOSCOW, Russia (AFP)— Four men accused of involvement in the Moscow concert hall attack that killed at least ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/four-moscow-attack-suspects-charged-terrorism/
Digitisation at RGD linked to NIDS project: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The massive digitisation project being undertaken by the Registrar General’s Department (RGD) ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/digitisation-rgd-linked-nids-project/
Ecuador mayor killed amid anti-gang state of emergency: QUITO, Ecuador (AFP)— An Ecuadoran mayor was found shot to death Sunday, police said ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/ecuador-mayor-killed-amid-anti-gang-state-emergency/
#Champs2024: St Jago’s Faulknor wins Class 3 boys’ long jump: KINGSTON, Jamaica – St Jago High’s Winaldo Faulknor has been crowned the Class 3 boys’ long jump ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/champs2024-st-jagos-faulknor-wins-class-3-boys-long-jump/
Stiffer sanctions coming for environmental breaches- Samuda: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Stiffer fines and penalties are coming for environmental breaches ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/stiffer-sanctions-coming-for-environmental-breaches-samuda/
Catherine ‘enormously touched’ by support after cancer announcement: LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Catherine, Princess of Wales, has said she is "enormously ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/catherine-enormously-touched-support-cancer-announcement/
Reggae Boyz lose to USA in Nations League semis after controversial late equaliser
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/reggae-boyz-lose-usa-nations-league-semis-controversial-late-equaliser/
Health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says war death toll at 32,333: The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Monday that at least 32,333 people have been killed ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/25/health-ministry-hamas-run-gaza-says-war-death-toll-32333/
Customs officer in drug trial interrogated by defence lawyer: KINGSTON, Jamaica - A defence lawyer on Wednesday cross-examined a customs officer who is serving ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/customs-officer-in-drug-trial-interrogated-by-defence-lawyer/
#Champs2024: Excelsior’s Bennett wins Class 2 boys’ 400m final - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/champs2024-excelsiors-bennett-wins-class-2-boys-400m-final/
Champs2024: Alphansus Davis’ Reynolds defends Class 3 girls’ 1500m title - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/20/champs2024-alphansus-davis-reynolds-defends-class-3-girls-1500m-title/
#Champs2024: JC sweep boys’ 800m finals: KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica College’s (JC’s) navy blue swept through the National Stadium as their top athletes ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/champs2024-jc-sweep-boys-800m-finals/
NHT to build one-bedroom apartments as starter homes with ‘buy-back’ clause: KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced that the National ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/nht-build-one-bedroom-apartments-starter-homes-buy-back-clause/
#Champs2024: St Jago’s Richards crowned Class 3 boys’ 400m champion - Jamaica Observer
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/champs2024-st-jagos-richards-crowned-class-3-boys-400m-champion/
Guterres says aid to Gaza ‘requires Israel removing’ obstacles: CAIRO, Egypt (AFP)— United Nations chief Antonio Guterres said Sunday in Cairo that delivering ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/guterres-says-aid-gaza-requires-israel-removing-obstacles/
Brazil football bosses break silence on ‘shameful’ Robinho, Alves rape cases: London, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Brazil coach Dorival Junior said the national team ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/23/brazil-football-bosses-break-silence-shameful-robinho-alves-rape-cases/
Dengue fever outbreak creates public health emergency in Puerto Rico: SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (CMC)— The health authorities in Puerto Rico have declared a public ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/dengue-fever-outbreak-creates-public-health-emergency-in-puerto-rico/
Senegal votes for new president after years of crisis: Dakar, Senegal (AFP) -- Senegal voted on Sunday for a new president in a delayed election that follows a ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/24/senegal-votes-new-president-years-crisis/
Classic and creative Orlando takes for Hot Chicken Day: Nashville-style is the classic, but Orlando's got creative versions, too, for National Hot Chicken ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/28/national-hot-chicken-day-nashville-jam-hot-chicken-winter-park-biscuit-company-king-bao-bubbakoos-burritos/
NHT policy change to benefit contributors under 35, says Holness: The National Housing Trust (NHT) will be reserving up to 10 per cent of the housing solutions ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/nht-policy-change-benefit-contributors-35-says-holness/
Suku, Buju Banton team up - Guyana Chronicle: POPULAR dancehall producer, Suku, has high hopes that his latest project — a track by Buju Banton titled Progress — ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/29/suku-buju-banton-team-up/
#Champs2024: Hydel’s Campbell chases Class 1 girls’ 400m title: KINGSTON, Jamaica – Abigail Campbell of Hydel High has set her sights on winning gold in ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/20/champs2024-hydels-campbell-chases-class-1-girls-400m-title/
Swedish pharmacy limits sales of skincare products to minors: STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AFP) — One of Sweden's main pharmacy chains, Apotek Hjartat ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/21/swedish-pharmacy-limits-sales-skincare-products-minors/
Joey Mitchell, local radio legend who ruled Sacramento airwaves for half-century, dies at 77
sacbee.com/news/local/obituaries/article287177090.html
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Court to clear up confusion in man’s 2007 drug case: ST JAMES, Jamaica— The St James Parish Court has yet to clear up confusion over whether Mickey Miller's ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/27/court-clear-confusion-mans-2007-drug-case/
Non-stop from #NewYork to Montego Bay, Jamaica for only $281 roundtrip with JetBlue #Travel
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OUR amends JPS, NWC Guaranteed Standards: KINGSTON, Jamaica - The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) says it has made significant changes to the Guaranteed ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/20/amends-jps-nwc-guaranteed-standards/
WATCH: Golden retriever parcel delivery: Bayan Patroller JM Apellado happily showed off his pet golden retriever who fetches his mother's parcels from the ...
news.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2024/3/21/golden-retriever-na-tagasundo-ng-parcel-ibinida-ng-netizen-1702
2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE Review: The Invisible Machine: The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime SE is the ultimate NPC car.Forget the awkward ties that term has to a very ...
autoguide.com/auto/manufacturers/toyota/2024-toyota-rav4-prime-se-review-the-invisible-machine-44610154
Red Force women collapse vs Barbados; Jamaica win T20 Blaze - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
newsday.co.tt/2024/03/26/red-force-women-collapse-vs-barbados/
LPGA sponsor creates record purse, wants 'more eyeballs' on events in the future: The purse for April's JM Eagle LA Championship has been raised to $3 ...
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Windward Islands beat Leewards by six wickets - Guyana Chronicle: (CMC) - Windward Islands beat Leeward Islands by six wickets in the final game of Saturday’s ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/25/windward-islands-beat-leewards-by-six-wickets/
Jamaica eyeing double after crushing T&T - Guyana Chronicle: BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, (CMC) – Unbeaten Jamaica inched even closer to their capture of the Women’s ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/24/jamaica-eyeing-double-after-crushing-tt/
JAM 2024: IIT Madras releases toppers’ list: JAM 2024 Toppers' List: Candidates who appeared for the examination can check the toppers' list and ...
indianexpress.com/article/education/jam-2024-iit-madras-releases-toppers-list-9231731/
Jamaica beat Red Force Divas by eight wickets - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: JAMAICA'S women's cricket team moved a step closer to clinching a regional double ...
newsday.co.tt/2024/03/23/jamaica-beat-red-force-divas-by-eight-wickets/
Gregg Berhalter questioned by ex-USMNT stars as Copa America closes in after US needed a 96th-minute...
dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-13228283/gregg-berhalter-ex-USMNT-stars-question-copa-america-jamaica.html
EU eyes tariffs to ‘choke off’ Russian grain sales: The European Union (EU) is looking to "choke off" revenue Russia uses for its war on Ukraine by slapping ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/eu-eyes-tariffs-choke-off-russian-grain-sales/
March internationals: Richards & USA win Nations League: Seven senior Crystal Palace players are in action over the March international break – find out more ...
cpfc.co.uk/news/club/crystal-palace-international-players-tracker-march-2024/
Greaves guides Leeward Islands Hurricanes to fourth win - Guyana Chronicle: KINGSTON, Jamaica, (CMC) – West Indies all-rounder, Justin Greaves ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/24/greaves-guides-leeward-islands-hurricanes-to-fourth-win/
NorthPort’s JM Calma wins PBA All-Star Obstacle Challenge: BACOLOD CITY—NorthPort’s JM Calma became the new champion of the Obstacle Challenge that kicked off ...
sports.inquirer.net/558644/northports-jm-calma-wins-pba-all-star-obstacle-challenge
Hurricanes 50-2 chasing 187-run target vs Scorpions: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Leeward Islands Hurricanes were 50-2 at tea on Friday chasing 187 runs for victory ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/22/hurricanes-50-2-chasing-187-run-target-vs-scorpions/
Philly-area's Ricky Sayer returns to Pa. as new KDKA-TV evening reporter: Sayer will begin reporting for Channel 2 on Wednesday-Sunday evenings starting next ...
post-gazette.com/ae/tv-radio/2024/03/22/philadelphia-ricky-sayer-kdka-tv-evening-reporter/stories/202403220021
Man, 19, shot dead on Jamaica, Queens street: NYPD: A 19-year-old man shot on a Queens street was rushed to the hospital by two people but could not be saved ...
nydailynews.com/2024/03/22/man-19-shot-dead-on-jamiaca-queens-street-nypd/
🌍 International watch | Owls trio in action: Owls trio Di’Shon Bernard, Pierce Charles and Bailey Cadamarteri featured for their international sides on Thursday ...
swfc.co.uk/news/2024/march/-international-watch--owls-trio-in-action/
Barbados, Jamaica and T&T secure wins in round two of CWI T20 Blaze at Warner Park - Guyana Chronicle
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/21/barbados-jamaica-and-tt-secure-wins-in-round-two-of-cwi-t20-blaze-at-warner-park/
Frank Garcia advances in battle rounds on 'The Voice' Tuesday night: Coaches Dan + Shay chose the Roma, Texas, native over high school seniors Justin and Jeremy ...
expressnews.com/entertainment/article/frank-garcia-voice-battles-19280310.php
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Non-stop from Montego Bay, Jamaica to New York, USA for only $245 USD roundtrip: Non-stop flights from Montego Bay, Jamaica to New York, USA for only $245 USD ...
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#Champs2024: Finalists set for Class 3 1500m: KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica College’s (JC) Cavel Nooks and St Elizabeth Technical High’s Shameika Dennis will lead ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/champs2024-finalists-set-class-3-1500m/
Messi fans to get 50% refund for Hong Kong fiasco: HONG KONG, China (AFP)— Fans who snapped up tickets to watch Lionel Messi in Hong Kong ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/messi-fans-get-50-refund-hong-kong-fiasco/
Quick Glance: Disappointed Messi Fans Offered 50% Refund Without Legal Action
- Fans can receive 50% of their tickets by May if they forego legal complaints.
- Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the deadline.
- Ticket buyers must agree not to pursue any further legal complaints.
- Messi apologizes and emphasizes no political factors were involved.
JCF will not fail to serve and protect Jamaicans, says Commissioner Blake: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The New Commissioner of Police, Dr Kevin Blake ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/jcf-will-not-fail-serve-protect-jamaicans-says-commissioner-blake/
Three assailants killed in Haiti bank attack, employee says: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AFP)— Security forces in troubled Haiti killed at least three people Monday ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/three-assailants-killed-haiti-bank-attack-employee-says/
Planet ‘on the brink’, with new heat records likely in 2024: UN: GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP)— Global temperatures "smashed" heat records last year ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/planet-brink-new-heat-records-likely-2024-un/
Quick Glance: UN Issues Climate Change Warning After Record Heat and Ice Melt
- The UN weather agency is raising the alarm about climate change, warning that global efforts to reverse the trend have been inadequate.
- The 1.5-degree limit of the Paris Climate Agreement is at risk as the average temperature from March 2023 to February 2024 exceeded this threshold.
- In 2023, over 90% of ocean waters experienced heat wave conditions at least once, glaciers lost record amounts of ice, and Antarctic sea ice reached its lowest level.
- Despite the alarming news, there is a glimmer of hope as renewable energy capacity has significantly increased, and calls for more climate action are growing.
Man United won’t sign marquee stars like Bellingham, says Ratcliffe: LONDON, United Kingdom | (AFP)— Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has revealed he ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/19/man-united-wont-sign-marquee-stars-like-bellingham-says-ratcliffe/
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