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JPS says it moved to prevent rate hike being six times higher
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CARACAS, Venezuela (CMC) – The United States has seized a second oil tanker linked to Venezuela in recent weeks, enforcing a “blockade” ordered by Uni...
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Leon Bailey subbed after 20 minutes in latest injury setback
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Leon Bailey’s frustrating season with injuries continued Saturday with the Roma winger forced out of a Serie A match against Juventus only 20 minutes ...
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JPL top three battle for lead as first round draws to a close
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December 21, 2025
Two points separate the top three teams in the Jamaica Premier League as the first round of the competition comes to a close this weekend with six gam...
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PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) – Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar on Saturday said the 15-member regional integration grouping...
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STETHS outlast Glenmuir on penalties to win daCosta Cup
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St Elizabeth Technical High (STETHS) won the ISSA daCosta Cup on Saturday, beating Glenmuir High 8-7 in sudden death penalties in a dramatic finish in...
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