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SMA reinforces commitment to Caribbean digital resilience and regional collaboration
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SMA reinforces commitment to Caribbean digital resilience and regional collaboration
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing digital resilience across Jamaica and the wider...
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years
April 15 11:28 AM
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)—The BBC revealed on Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs in the next two ye...
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World Bank announces water security plan for one billion people
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World Bank announces water security plan for one billion people
April 15 11:03 AM
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The World Bank announced a plan Wednesday that aims to improve secure water access for a billion people within the n...
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US says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade
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US says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade
April 15 10:52 AM
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—The United States (US) military said on Wednesday that it successfully stopped nine vessels from sailing out of Irania...
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Report warns LAC will only achieve 19% of the 2030 SDGs
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Report warns LAC will only achieve 19% of the 2030 SDGs
April 15 10:23 AM
SANTIAGO, Chile (CMC) — The ninth meeting of the Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development is taking place ...
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11 nations urge ‘coordinated’ economic support amid Middle East war
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11 nations urge ‘coordinated’ economic support amid Middle East war
April 15 09:48 AM
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)—The finance ministers of 11 countries including Britain and Japan called Wednesday for "coordinated emergency support" to...
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Iran military warns it will block Red Sea if US naval blockade continues
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Iran military warns it will block Red Sea if US naval blockade continues
April 15 09:37 AM
TEHRAN, Iran (AFP)—Iran's military warned on Wednesday it would block trade through the Red Sea, along with the Gulf and Sea of Oman, if the United St...
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Vybz Kartel thrills crowd at Cardi B’s Lil Miss Drama Tour in Florida
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Vybz Kartel thrills crowd at Cardi B’s Lil Miss Drama Tour in Florida
April 15 08:30 AM
Dancehall legend Vybz Kartel made a surprise appearance at Cardi B's Lil Miss Drama Tour stop in Florida, thrilling the sold-out crowd at the Amerant ...
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WATCH: Rudolph Speid undecided on future after failed World Cup bid
April 2, 2026
Jamaica’s senior men’s football head coach during the recent intercontinental World Cup play-offs, Rudolph Speid says he is undecided on whether he wi...
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World Cup risks being ‘stage for repression’ says Amnesty International
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World Cup risks being ‘stage for repression’ says Amnesty International
March 29, 2026
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Amnesty International warned this summer's football World Cup, spread across three North American countries, risks bec...
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Bailey set for Reggae Boyz return after eight-month absence
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Bailey set for Reggae Boyz return after eight-month absence
March 19, 2026
The Jamaica Observer understands that winger Leon Bailey will be part of the Reggae Boyz squad for next week’s FIFA World Cup Playoffs, ending an eigh...
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US Embassy invites Jamaicans to apply for visas ahead of World Cup 2026
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US Embassy invites Jamaicans to apply for visas ahead of World Cup 2026
February 2, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) Embassy in Jamaica is inviting applications from locals wishing to attend the upcoming 2026 World Cup. In a...
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Winners of 2026 World Cup to pocket $50 million in prize money
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Winners of 2026 World Cup to pocket $50 million in prize money
December 17, 2025
PARIS, France (AFP)—The winners of the 2026 World Cup will receive $50 million in prize money as part of a record financial contribution for the tourn...
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Reggae Boyz captain Blake sends heartfelt message to Jamaicans after World Cup failure
November 20, 2025
Reggae Boyz captain Andre Blake on Thursday issued a heartfelt message to Jamaicans following the team’s failure to secure automatic qualification to ...
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Curacao fans descend on Kingston for decisive World Cup qualifier
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Curacao fans descend on Kingston for decisive World Cup qualifier
November 17, 2025
Close to 500 Curacao football fans are expected to descend on the National Stadium in Kingston on Tuesday to watch their ‘Blue Wave’ square off agains...
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FIFA hopes 2026 World Cup cities will be ‘ready’ for games after Trump comments
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FIFA hopes 2026 World Cup cities will be ‘ready’ for games after Trump comments
October 15, 2025
PARIS, France (AFP) —FIFA said on Wednesday it hoped all 16 host cities will be "ready" to stage games at the 2026 World Cup finals after US President...
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FIFA unveils Trionda, the official ball of the 2026 World Cup
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FIFA unveils Trionda, the official ball of the 2026 World Cup
October 2, 2025
NEW YORK, United States (AFP)-FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, combining high-tech refinements and design details cel...
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Nigeria scrape past Rwanda to keep World Cup hopes alive
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Nigeria scrape past Rwanda to keep World Cup hopes alive
September 6, 2025
ABUJA, Nigeria (AFP) -- Nigeria scraped past Rwanda 1-0 to stay in contention for qualification to the 2026 World Cup on Saturday. It was the first ho...
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Germany fall 2-0 to Slovakia in 2026 World Cup qualifying opener
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Germany fall 2-0 to Slovakia in 2026 World Cup qualifying opener
September 4, 2025
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AFP)-Germany fell to a shock 2-0 defeat against Slovakia in their World Cup qualifying opener in Bratislava on Thursday, their f...
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Neymar, eyeing 2026 World Cup, announces return to Brazil’s Santos
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Neymar, eyeing 2026 World Cup, announces return to Brazil’s Santos
January 31, 2025
Sao Paulo, Brazil (AFP) - Neymar announced Thursday he was returning to Brazilian club Santos, where he started his career, after ending his injury-pl...
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Former Man Utd star Dwight Yorke named coach of Trinidad and Tobago
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Former Man Utd star Dwight Yorke named coach of Trinidad and Tobago
November 2, 2024
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke was named head coach of the Trinidad and Tobago national team on Frid...
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SMA reinforces commitment to Caribbean digital resilience and regional collaboration
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing digital resilience across Jamaica and the wider...
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years
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LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)—The BBC revealed on Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs in the next two ye...
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World Bank announces water security plan for one billion people
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World Bank announces water security plan for one billion people
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WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The World Bank announced a plan Wednesday that aims to improve secure water access for a billion people within the n...
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US says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade
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US says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade
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WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—The United States (US) military said on Wednesday that it successfully stopped nine vessels from sailing out of Irania...
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Report warns LAC will only achieve 19% of the 2030 SDGs
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Report warns LAC will only achieve 19% of the 2030 SDGs
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