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JFF to seek answers from FIFA over Mpasi eligibility claims

The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) is preparing to formally approach football’s world governing body, FIFA, following international media allegations that it knowingly permitted DR Congo to field an ineligible player during the World Cup intercontinental playoffs in March. After failing to automatically qualify for this summer’s World Cup, Jamaica lost the game 1-0, a result which saw them fail to grab a non-automatic spot to the global tournament.

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The New Market police are probing the incident.
07 Oct, 2026 0

Bar operator robbed and shot by gunmen posing as customers in Old Harbour

A woman was robbed and shot several times by gunmen who posed as customers at her bar in Old Harbour, St Catherine on Tuesday. She has been hospitalised. The police report that about 11:30 a.m., the…
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his side’s third goal from the penalty spot during his final match for the national team, a soccer friendly against Benin, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Tuesday, Oct.6, 2026. (AP/Photo/Gustavo Garello)
07 Oct, 2026 0

Messi caps Argentina farewell with penalty and 2 assists in a 3-0 win over Benin

BUENOS AIRES., Argentina (AP) — Lionel Messi turned his official farewell to Argentina into a gala performance, contributing a penalty and two assists in a 3-0 win over Benin on Tuesday at the…
Opposition Spokesperson on Transport, Mikael Phillips
07 Oct, 2026 0

Phillips urges Vaz to act on ride-hailing concerns

Opposition Spokesperson on Transport Mikael Phillips says the Opposition stands in solidarity with members of the transport sector whose businesses are being affected and whose livelihoods are…
07 Oct, 2026 0

Businesswoman, fisherman freed in Old Harbour Bay gun case

Two of four persons who were held in connection with the seizure of three illegal guns in Old Harbour Bay, St Catherine, were freed in the High Court Division of the Gun Court on Tuesday. Those freed…
07 Oct, 2026 0

Drought conditions affecting water supply in sections of Manchester

The National Water Commission (NWC) is reporting that some customers in Manchester are experiencing low pressure or no water supply due to drought conditions impacting operations at its Moravia…
This satellite image from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows Tropical Depression Nine forming over the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. (NOAA via AP)
07 Oct, 2026 0

Tropical Storm Isaias forms, forecast to become hurricane and hit US Gulf Coast this week

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Isaias formed early Wednesday in the warm waters off eastern Mexico and forecasters said it was expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season…
07 Oct, 2026 0

Former champions go to work in d’Cup round two

When the ISSA daCosta Cup second round gets under way today, former champions Cornwall College and St James High will square off at the Cornwall College playfield at 3:00 p.m. A total of 16 matches…
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07 Oct, 2026 0

PSOJ urges water planning overhaul as drought threatens economy

Worsening drought conditions have prompted the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) to call for an urgent “national reset” in the country’s water planning. The business group’s call comes as…
Corey Burke (left) from Portmore United, tries to get the better of Kyle Ming (centre) and Fitzroy Cummings from Mount Pleasant FA during their Concacaf Caribbean Cup match at the National Stadium.
07 Oct, 2026 0

Balancing act continues for top JPL sides

For clubs competing at the highest levels of football, balancing domestic and international commitments is always a major challenge. Many teams are able to maintain a high standard in one competition…