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Kenya administers first HIV prevention shots
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Kenya administers first HIV prevention shots
February 26 07:42 AM
NAIROBI, Kenya (AFP) — Kenya began administering the first dose of a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug in a Nairobi slum on Thursday. Lenacapavir, ta...
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As Rubio meets with Caribbean leaders; US eases Cuba oil block
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Bills rising, but taps still dry
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Bills rising, but taps still dry
MPs demand answers over ‘mind-boggling’ NWC bills
Jerome Williams | Reporter 
February 26 12:18 AM
Bills rising, but taps still dry
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Romeich, Slyda di Wizard aim to revive reggae’s youth with Love Echoes rhythm
Shereita Grizzle | Observer Staff Reporter 
February 26 12:16 AM
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US eases ban on Venezuelan oil to Cuba as crisis alarms Caribbean
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US eases ban on Venezuelan oil to Cuba as crisis alarms Caribbean
February 26 12:14 AM
US eases ban on Venezuelan oil to Cuba as crisis alarms Caribbean
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BALL OUT!
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Head-turning Jamaican basketball team faces Bahamas in World Cup push
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
February 26 12:12 AM
Battling Bahamas
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As Washington softens oil embargo, Cuba coast guard kills 4 on Florida-registered boat
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As Washington softens oil embargo, Cuba coast guard kills 4 on Florida-registered boat
February 26 12:11 AM
As Washington softens oil embargo, Cuba coast guard kills 4 on Florida-registered boat
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Caribbean Flavours Take Centre Stage at Jamaica Food and Drink Festival 2026
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Caribbean Flavours Take Centre Stage at Jamaica Food and Drink Festival 2026
February 26 12:10 AM
Caribbean Flavours Take Centre Stage at Jamaica Food and Drink Festival 2026
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U20 Reggae Boyz beat Bonaire 3-0 in opening Concacaf qualifier
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U20 Reggae Boyz beat Bonaire 3-0 in opening Concacaf qualifier
February 24, 2026
Jamaica made a winning start to the Concacaf Under-20 qualifiers with a 3-0 win over Bonaire in their Group B game played at Stadion Rignaal ‘Jean’ Fr...
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Violent unrest in Mexico could force relocation of Reggae Boyz World Cup qualifier
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Violent unrest in Mexico could force relocation of Reggae Boyz World Cup qualifier
February 22, 2026
There are growing concerns that next month’s FIFA Inter-continental qualifiers involving Jamaica – to book two more tickets to July’s World Cup – coul...
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Reggae Boyz beat Martinique 2-0 in international friendly
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Reggae Boyz beat Martinique 2-0 in international friendly
February 21, 2026
Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz continued their World Cup playoff preparation with a 2-0 win over Martinique in an international friendly at the Stade Pierrre A...
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Jamaica’s Jahmarie Nolan wins Best Player award for Concacaf Championship
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Jamaica’s Jahmarie Nolan wins Best Player award for Concacaf Championship
February 14, 2026
Jamaica’s Under-17 Reggae Boyz captain Jahmarie Nolan was the recipient of the Best Player award at the just concluded Concacaf Men’s Under-17 Champio...
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Adidas unveils Marley-inspired Jamaica home and away kits
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Adidas unveils Marley-inspired Jamaica home and away kits
February 13, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Global sportswear brand adidas has launched its Bob Marley Collection, featuring the 2026 Jamaica home and away kits that blend fo...
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Jamaica 3 – 1 Canada: Young Reggae Boyz book ticket to U17 World Cup
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Jamaica 3 – 1 Canada: Young Reggae Boyz book ticket to U17 World Cup
February 11, 2026
Jamaica are through to the Fifa Boys Under-17 World Cup in Qatar after beating 10-man Canada 3-1 in their top-of-the-table Concacaf Group G qualifier ...
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JFF urges Jamaicans to support Reggae Boyz in final World Cup bid
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JFF urges Jamaicans to support Reggae Boyz in final World Cup bid
February 11, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President, Michael Ricketts, is urging fans to support the Reggae Boyz’s final chance at a spot ...
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Downswell, Reynolds optimistic young Reggae Boyz will qualify for U17 World Cup
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Downswell, Reynolds optimistic young Reggae Boyz will qualify for U17 World Cup
BY DANIEL BLAKE Staff reporter blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
February 10, 2026
It’s been 15 years since Jamaica last got a taste of the FIFA Under-17 World Cup. Now, they’re just one game away and the coaching staff believes the ...
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Reggae Boyz to face Martinique in pre-World Cup playoffs friendly
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Reggae Boyz to face Martinique in pre-World Cup playoffs friendly
February 10, 2026
The Jamaica Observer has learnt that the Reggae Boyz will take on Martinique in an international friendly on February 21 as they continue preparations...
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Former Reggae Boy Hector Wright and wife charged in cocaine seizure
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Former Reggae Boy Hector Wright and wife charged in cocaine seizure
January 31, 2026
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Former Reggae Boy Hector Wright and his wife, Jodi-Ann, have been charged following an alleged drug seizure at their Catherine Hal...
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Reggae Boyz goalkeeper Amal Knight joins Greenville Triumph SC
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Reggae Boyz goalkeeper Amal Knight joins Greenville Triumph SC
January 27, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Reggae Boyz goalkeeper Amal Knight has signed a multi-year deal with the South Carolina-based football club, Greenville Triumph SC. ...
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Nickalia Fuller’s maiden goal wins it for Reggae Boyz in Grenada
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Nickalia Fuller’s maiden goal wins it for Reggae Boyz in Grenada
January 18, 2026
Nickalia Fuller scored his first goal for Jamaica as the Reggae Boyz defeated Grenada 1-0 at the Kirani James Stadium as they continued their preparat...
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Three first-time invitees in Reggae Boyz squad to play Grenada
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Three first-time invitees in Reggae Boyz squad to play Grenada
January 16, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Interim head coach Rudolph Speid has included three first-time invitees to the 24-man Reggae Boyz who will face Grenada in a friend...
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Grenada friendly for Reggae Boyz
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Grenada friendly for Reggae Boyz
January 7, 2026
Jamaica’s senior men’s football team will face hosts Grenada in an international friendly in St George’s on January 18. With the date falling outside ...
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A look back at the 13 biggest local stories of 2025
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A look back at the 13 biggest local stories of 2025
December 26, 2025
From a once in a lifetime hurricane to a historic third term for the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), a 30-year low in murders, and the major flop by the R...
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Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in play-off after complaint against DR Congo
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Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in play-off after complaint against DR Congo
December 18, 2025
Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in a final shot at World Cup 2026 qualification if the Super Eagles are successful in a complaint they filed ...
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Jamaica could face Ronaldo’s Portugal
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Jamaica could face Ronaldo’s Portugal
December 5, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica could face Portugal, one of the favourites to win the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) senior men’...
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Miguel Coley agrees to join Reggae Boyz coaching staff
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Miguel Coley agrees to join Reggae Boyz coaching staff
ANDRE LOWE Sports content manager lowea@jamaicaobserver.com 
November 26, 2025
Former Reggae Boyz Assistant Coach Miguel Coley has officially agreed to return to the role on an interim basis, following the finalisation of a deal ...
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Speid appointed Reggae Boyz interim coach, Coley in talks for assistant role
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Speid appointed Reggae Boyz interim coach, Coley in talks for assistant role
November 21, 2025
Rudolph Speid has been named as interim head coach of the Reggae Boyz, replacing Steve McClaren who resigned on Tuesday. The Jamaica Football Federati...
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Simoes plans ‘crisis cabinet’ of ‘specialists’ if given Reggae Boyz job
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Simoes plans ‘crisis cabinet’ of ‘specialists’ if given Reggae Boyz job
November 21, 2025
Brazilian Rene Simões, former head coach of the Reggae Boyz who has expressed an interest in filling the current vacancy for the position, has outline...
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JFF to announce new Reggae Boyz coach on Friday
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JFF to announce new Reggae Boyz coach on Friday
November 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has confirmed it will announce a new head coach for the Reggae Boyz on Friday, ahead of the t...
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‘I am really sorry’
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‘I am really sorry’
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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Kenya administers first HIV prevention shots
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Kenya administers first HIV prevention shots
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NAIROBI, Kenya (AFP) — Kenya began administering the first dose of a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug in a Nairobi slum on Thursday. Lenacapavir, ta...
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Romeich, Slyda di Wizard aim to revive reggae’s youth with Love Echoes rhythm
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US eases ban on Venezuelan oil to Cuba as crisis alarms Caribbean
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