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July 1, 2026
Mbappé brace keeps France purring
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey (AP):
Kylian Mbappé and France are sizzling – and not just because of MetLife Stadium’s broiling conditions.
Mbappé had his third two-goal game of this World Cup and…
July 2, 2026
by Livingston Scott
Ice rink back on the cards - Jamaica Ice Hockey Federation a step closer to partnership with synthetic producers
Jamaica’s progress and success in winter sports, particularly ice hockey, could get a major boost if president of the Jamaica Ice Hockey Federation (JIHF) Don Anderson can seal a partnership with…
July 1, 2026
by Albert Ferguson
St James Ministers’ Fraternal urges churches to unite against crime
WESTERN BUREAU:
Reverend Glendon Powell, the chairman of the St James Ministers Fraternal, is urging every church in the parish to join the organisation, arguing that a united church is critical to…
July 1, 2026
The Pinnacle’s CEO says shared history strengthens Jamaica-China bond
The businessman, who arrived in Jamaica from China 20 years ago, strongly believes “companies that work across cultures come up with better ideas and find answers faster. They also build things that…
July 2, 2026
Something Extra | Wednesday
Just a few days before the start of a new Rotary year, the Rotary Club of Kingston hosted its 67th Installation Ceremony and Banquet, ushering in a new administration. Held under the patronage of…
July 2, 2026
by Steven Jackson
J$8.9b in crypto flows through Jamaican banks over five years
Banks reported J$8.9 billion in cryptocurrency-related transactions flowing through the island over five years to 2025, even though no virtual asset service providers operate domestically.
July 2, 2026
Understanding the different interest-rate types and why it matters
We hear them so often: nominal interest rates, real interest rate, add-on interest rates, effective interest rates, compound interest rates – each having its own meaning and implications for…
July 1, 2026
by Neville Graham
Jetour dealer lashes out
TWA Automotive has moved to stamp out what it says is misinformation surrounding the sale of Jetour vehicles in the Caribbean, declaring that it remains the sole authorised distributor and dealer for…
July 1, 2026
by Janet Silvera
JTB targets cruise passengers for overnight return visits
WESTERN BUREAU:
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has announced plans to convert more cruise passengers into overnight visitors as part of the next phase of its plans to generate greater economic…