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24 Apr, 2026
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Three‑year deal aims to curb migrant crossings in English Channel
ZUYDCOOTE (AP): The UK and French governments signed a new multimillion-euro deal yesterday aimed at reducing the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, with increased police…
24 Apr, 2026
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Five-year-old Kaleo Thomas crowned spelling champ
WESTERN BUREAU: Five-year-old Mount Alvernia Preparatory and Kindergarten student Kaleo Thomas emerged the toast of Thursday Kiwanis Club of Providence Montego Bay’s 10th annual Kiddie Bee Spelling…
24 Apr, 2026
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Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges
THE HAGUE (AP): Judges at the International Criminal Court yesterday confirmed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drug crackdowns he…
24 Apr, 2026
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Former Zambian president remains unburied 10 months after death
JOHANNESBURG (AP): A feud over his funeral has meant the body of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu still hasn’t been buried nearly a year after he died in a South African hospital. Lungu’s family…
24 Apr, 2026
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What to know about the 2026 Met Gala
NEW YORK (AP): Fashionistas knew this already: ‘Fashion is Art’. But how will Met Gala guests interpret that dress code at this year’s extravaganza?
24 Apr, 2026
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Editorial | No committees for Speaker
Since last October’s walk-out by the Opposition over Juliet Holness’ attempt to limit their questioning of environment minister Matthew Samuda about the government’s preparations for the imminent…
24 Apr, 2026
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5 Questions With Biggy
The name Earl Turner may not immediately excite, but drop the moniker ‘Biggy’ in the middle, and it’s a completely different reaction. Biggy isn’t just a name, it’s a brand. And, incidentally, for…
24 Apr, 2026
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Gov’t seeks future path for Sangster Int’l beyond 2034 concession
The state-led Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) wants a consulting firm to develop a master plan for Sangster International Airport to span the next two decades for the nation’s largest gateway. The…
24 Apr, 2026
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Revenue at Jamaica’s two major airports down by US$8m in March quarter
Revenue from Jamaica’s two major airports fell by US$8.1 million in the first quarter of 2026 as Hurricane Melissa continued to suppress hotel capacity and drain international passenger traffic,…