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Cashing in on the Cup
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Cashing in on the Cup
High stakes, big plays as Jamaican punters, newcomers drop thousands on football favourites
Tamoy Ashman | Reporter |ashmant@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 21 12:20 AM
Cashing in on the Cup
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Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
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Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
June 21 12:18 AM
Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
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Week.day clocks it with Aidonia’s Like How Yuh Feel
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Week.day clocks it with Aidonia’s Like How Yuh Feel
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 21 12:16 AM
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‘A masterclass in selfless service’
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St John chairman pays moving tribute to Dame Marie Clemetson
June 21 12:14 AM
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Pressure on Spain to deliver against Saudis today after Cape Verde draw
June 21 12:12 AM
Spain seek Yamal spark to end World Cup drought
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A world of memories
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A world of memories
How establishing presence over presents bonded Christopher Williams and his sons
Tamoy Ashman | Reporter |ashmant@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 21 12:12 AM
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Andy Ballentine: Marked for death, destined for greatness
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Andy Ballentine: Marked for death, destined for greatness
Rosalee Wood-Condell | Observer Writer 
June 21 12:11 AM
Andy Ballentine: Marked for death, destined for greatness
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All Aboard for the FOOD AWARDS
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Sabrina Dockery, Jodean Williams run sub-11 in Texas
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Sabrina Dockery, Jodean Williams run sub-11 in Texas
June 6, 2026
Sabrina Dockery and Jodean Williams became the latest Jamaican women to run under 11 seconds in the 100m after impressive performances at Saturday’s U...
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France, Argentina, Belgium World Cup favourites for JFF boss
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France, Argentina, Belgium World Cup favourites for JFF boss
BY JASON CROSS Observer staff reporter crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
Since Jamaica did not qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup which is to be held in North America starting June 11, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) pre...
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JFF intent on getting it right
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JFF intent on getting it right
Jason Cross, Observer staff reporter, crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) president, Michael Ricketts has expressed that the JFF is intent on getting things right going forward, following th...
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Express Canteen Services invests $1m in Sts Peter and Paul’s Prep School champs defence
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Express Canteen Services invests $1m in Sts Peter and Paul’s Prep School champs defence
June 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —  As Sts Peter and Paul Preparatory School gears up to defend its title at the 2026 Prep School Championships next week, the school...
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Iran World Cup team heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts
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Iran World Cup team heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts
June 6, 2026
ANTALYA, Turkey (AFP) — Iran's World Cup squad left Turkey for Mexico on Saturday, taking off under the shadow of a bitter diplomatic row between Tehr...
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Hayles fires Reggae Girlz to 1-0 win over Panama
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Hayles fires Reggae Girlz to 1-0 win over Panama
June 6, 2026
Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz beat Panama 1-0 in the first of their two friendly internationals played at Estadio Rommel Fernandez in Panama City on Friday. ...
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FULL SPEID?
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FULL SPEID?
Coaches believe interim Reggae Boyz boss will get permanent post
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
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West Indies seek quick redemption against Sri Lanka in 2nd ODI
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West Indies seek quick redemption against Sri Lanka in 2nd ODI
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
West Indies seek quick redemption against Sri Lanka in 2nd ODI
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JDF ‘have nothing to lose’ in Cup semis against Mt Pleasant, says coach
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JDF ‘have nothing to lose’ in Cup semis against Mt Pleasant, says coach
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
JDF ‘have nothing to lose’ in Cup semis against Mt Pleasant, says coach
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Seville leads Jamaican invasion of Texas
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Seville leads Jamaican invasion of Texas
June 6, 2026
Seville leads Jamaican invasion of Texas
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Guardian Group SHINE 5K powers support for hospitals and vulnerable communities
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Guardian Group SHINE 5K powers support for hospitals and vulnerable communities
June 6, 2026
Guardian Group SHINE 5K powers support for hospitals and vulnerable communities
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Dream Catcher looms large as 16 fillies chase 1000 Guineas glory
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Dream Catcher looms large as 16 fillies chase 1000 Guineas glory
Ruddy Allen Sports Writer ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 6, 2026
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Mt Pleasant to face Antiguan opposition in CFU Shield opener
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Mt Pleasant to face Antiguan opposition in CFU Shield opener
June 5, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Mount Pleasant Academy will play All Saints United of Antigua and Barbuda in the Round of 16 of the Caribbean Football Union Club ...
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Messi among first 11 named to MLS All-Star squad
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Messi among first 11 named to MLS All-Star squad
June 5, 2026
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Inter Miami star Lionel Messi of Argentina was among the first 11 players named on Friday to the MLS squad for next mo...
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Heineken turns Champions League dreams into reality for Jamaican supporters
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Heineken turns Champions League dreams into reality for Jamaican supporters
BY BRIAN PITTER Observer writer pitterb@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 5, 2026
For most football fans, the UEFA Champions League Final is an event experienced from a television screen. This year, however, a select group of Jamaic...
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‘Jamaica didn’t call’: Jaydon Hibbert says Turkey rebuilt him after injury setback
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‘Jamaica didn’t call’: Jaydon Hibbert says Turkey rebuilt him after injury setback
June 5, 2026
Fresh off a 17.02-metre comeback jump at the Rome Diamond League, Jaydon Hibbert says Turkey helped rebuild him mentally and emotionally after a devas...
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Megan’s moment
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Megan’s moment
Sprint hurdler secures big win at Rome Diamond League
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 5, 2026
Megan Simmonds wins in Rome as other Jamaicans impress
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Stardom leads deep field of colts and geldings into season’s first Classic
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Stardom leads deep field of colts and geldings into season’s first Classic
Ruddy Allen | Sports Writer 
June 5, 2026
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Classic racing returns: Time, tradition, and the case for change
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Classic racing returns: Time, tradition, and the case for change
BY WES MARTIN 
June 5, 2026
Classic racing returns: Time, tradition, and the case for change
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Don Kwesi announces arrival with Harlequin Cup victory
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Don Kwesi announces arrival with Harlequin Cup victory
June 5, 2026
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SVREL seeks approval for upgrades to Caymanas Park
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SVREL seeks approval for upgrades to Caymanas Park
June 5, 2026
SVREL seeks approval for upgrades to Caymanas Park
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Dream Catcher leads 16-filly field in 1000 Guineas Classic
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Dream Catcher leads 16-filly field in 1000 Guineas Classic
Ruddy Allen | Sports Writer 
June 5, 2026
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Cashing in on the Cup
High stakes, big plays as Jamaican punters, newcomers drop thousands on football favourites
Tamoy Ashman | Reporter |ashmant@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 21, 2026
Cashing in on the Cup
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Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
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Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
June 21, 2026
Absent fathers fuelling juvenile crime, warns correctional chaplain
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Week.day clocks it with Aidonia’s Like How Yuh Feel
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Week.day clocks it with Aidonia’s Like How Yuh Feel
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 21, 2026
Week.day clocks it with Aidonia’s
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‘A masterclass in selfless service’
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‘A masterclass in selfless service’
St John chairman pays moving tribute to Dame Marie Clemetson
June 21, 2026
‘A masterclass in selfless service’
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SPANISH INQUISITION
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Pressure on Spain to deliver against Saudis today after Cape Verde draw
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Spain seek Yamal spark to end World Cup drought
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