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July 15, 2026

Kenneth Russell | Reparatory development and the renewal of rural Jamaica

Major investments in highways, tourism, logistics and public infrastructure have transformed sections of Jamaica. New opportunities are emerging in technology, renewable energy and the creative…
July 15, 2026

St Andrew High student’s unique candles draw sweet review

At first glance, they could pass for the centrepiece of a dessert table – swirls of frosting, rich colours and toppings that look good enough to eat. But the cupcake-like creations that drew double…
July 15, 2026 by Andre Williams

Road safety officials intensify push for fewer than 300 road deaths

Road safety officials are intensifying efforts to reduce Jamaica’s annual road death toll to fewer than 300, with a renewed focus on curbing motorcycle fatalities and protecting vulnerable road users.
July 15, 2026

Spain names nine Caribbean countries for visa-free entry

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Spain on Tuesday named nine Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries among 60 nations worldwide, whose citizens will not need a visa to enter the European country.
July 15, 2026

IShowSpeed and Tom Cruise join World Cup closing ceremony's cast

NEW YORK (AP) – A wide array of performers, from streamer IShowSpeed to actor Tom Cruise, will help close out the World Cup, FIFA announced Tuesday.
July 15, 2026

Kylian Mbappé denied 3rd straight World Cup final and stays even with Messi in Golden Boot race

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – Kylian Mbappé won't get a third consecutive trip to the World Cup final and remains tied for first with Argentina superstar Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot…
July 15, 2026

Spain advances to World Cup final with 2-0 win over France

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since…
July 15, 2026 by Rasbert Turner

Man fatally stabbed in Gregory Park

Detectives in St Catherine are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man during a dispute in Gregory Park, Portmore, on Monday.
July 15, 2026

Caribbean governments urged to balance fuel subsidies amid US-Iran conflict

BRADES, Montserrat, CMC – Caribbean governments are being urged to carefully balance short-term fuel subsidies with long-term investments as the conflict between the United States and Iran drives up…