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Prior to saying our final goodbye, we remember the man, the coach and the legacy. 🇯🇲🕊️ Join us for a special feature on the life of Stephen Francis and his extraordinary contribution to Jamaica’s rise on the global stage in track & field.

Prior to saying our final goodbye, we remember the man, the coach and the legacy. 🇯🇲🕊️ Join us for a special feature on the life of Stephen Francis and his extraordinary contribution to Jamaica’s rise on the global stage in track & field.

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The Ministry of Agriculture is urging members of the public against consuming, selling, or distributing chicken products that washed ashore in a shipping container along the Hellshire coastline in St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

The Ministry of Agriculture is urging members of the public against consuming, selling, or distributing chicken products that washed ashore in a shipping container along the Hellshire coastline in St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

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“Don’t handle him body too rough.” Those were the heart-rending words of Susan Harris as funeral workers lifted the body of her 23-year-old son, Theodore Hudson, from the scene of Friday morning’s horrific crash that claimed seven lives. Read more:

“Don’t handle him body too rough.” Those were the heart-rending words of Susan Harris as funeral workers lifted the body of her 23-year-old son, Theodore Hudson, from the scene of Friday morning’s horrific crash that claimed seven lives. Read more:

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Miguel Ford had long dreamed of jumping mas at Carnival, and in 2025, he finally made that dream a reality on the road with Gen XS Carnival. He wore Sköll, a Norse-inspired costume designed by David Dewer. #GLNREnt #CarnivalinJamaica #ReadyFiDiRoad

Miguel Ford had long dreamed of jumping mas at Carnival, and in 2025, he finally made that dream a reality on the road with Gen XS Carnival. He wore Sköll, a Norse-inspired costume designed by David Dewer. #GLNREnt #CarnivalinJamaica #ReadyFiDiRoad

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Firefighters are responding to a blaze at a building at Up Park Camp in St Andrew, the headquarters of the Jamaica Defence Force, says Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford.

Firefighters are responding to a blaze at a building at Up Park Camp in St Andrew, the headquarters of the Jamaica Defence Force, says Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford.

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Dancehall artiste Skeng took the energy to another level when he made a surprise performance at Vybz Kartel’s #FreedomStreet at the National Stadium in St Andrew. #GLNREnt

Dancehall artiste Skeng took the energy to another level when he made a surprise performance at Vybz Kartel’s #FreedomStreet at the National Stadium in St Andrew. #GLNREnt

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Jamaica’s spin on Carnival keeps Phillipa Hogarth coming home to play mas, and this year she’s hitting the road with Xodus Carnival in Talon—an outfit inspired by the elegance and freedom of birds. #GLNREnt #ReadyFiDiRoad #CarnivalinJamaica

Jamaica’s spin on Carnival keeps Phillipa Hogarth coming home to play mas, and this year she’s hitting the road with Xodus Carnival in Talon—an outfit inspired by the elegance and freedom of birds. #GLNREnt #ReadyFiDiRoad #CarnivalinJamaica

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Steve McClaren has resigned as head coach of the Reggae Boyz, following tonight’s scoreless draw between Jamaica and Curaçao at the National Stadium. With the result, Jamaica missed out on automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #GLNRSports

Steve McClaren has resigned as head coach of the Reggae Boyz, following tonight’s scoreless draw between Jamaica and Curaçao at the National Stadium. With the result, Jamaica missed out on automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #GLNRSports

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A 12-year-old boy succumbed to gunshot injuries this morning after he, his mother, and his brother were ambushed by men on a motorcycle Friday morning. Read more: #GLNRToday

A 12-year-old boy succumbed to gunshot injuries this morning after he, his mother, and his brother were ambushed by men on a motorcycle Friday morning. Read more: #GLNRToday

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In Old Harbour, St Catherine, two men in rival political colours were spotted working together to fix a Toyota Probox on Election Day — a scene echoing reports across constituencies of Jamaicans putting aside party lines to lend a hand in times of need. #JaVotes2025

In Old Harbour, St Catherine, two men in rival political colours were spotted working together to fix a Toyota Probox on Election Day — a scene echoing reports across constituencies of Jamaicans putting aside party lines to lend a hand in times of need. #JaVotes2025

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Agents from the United States Homeland Security have joined local law enforcement in an intensified crackdown on illicit lottery scamming activities in Western Jamaica over the last 48 hours. Read more: #GLNRToday

Agents from the United States Homeland Security have joined local law enforcement in an intensified crackdown on illicit lottery scamming activities in Western Jamaica over the last 48 hours. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Transport Minister Daryl Vaz announced Wednesday that retrofitting, servicing, tyre changes, and route reviews for the rural school bus fleet have been completed. The 110 buses, set to cover 122 routes, will be ready for the new school year starting September 8.

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz announced Wednesday that retrofitting, servicing, tyre changes, and route reviews for the rural school bus fleet have been completed. The 110 buses, set to cover 122 routes, will be ready for the new school year starting September 8.

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A woman was allegedly shot and killed by the police in Granville, St James, Sunday afternoon, during a protest to highlight an incident in which a 17-year-old boy was killed a week ago in another shooting incident involving the police. Read more:

A woman was allegedly shot and killed by the police in Granville, St James, Sunday afternoon, during a protest to highlight an incident in which a 17-year-old boy was killed a week ago in another shooting incident involving the police. Read more:

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The St James Municipal Corporation today took enforcement action against the operators of a giant swing tourist attraction in the community of Norwood Pen due to the lack of required permits. Read more:

The St James Municipal Corporation today took enforcement action against the operators of a giant swing tourist attraction in the community of Norwood Pen due to the lack of required permits. Read more:

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Food vendors and members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force faced off along the roadside opposite Plantation Cove in St Ann ahead of the opening of the gates for A Taste of Sumfest.

Food vendors and members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force faced off along the roadside opposite Plantation Cove in St Ann ahead of the opening of the gates for A Taste of Sumfest.

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Fire tore through the popular Usain Bolt’s Tracks and Records restaurant on Gloucester Avenue in Montego Bay, St James, early Saturday morning. The blaze, which began around 1 a.m., left extensive damage to the eatery.

Fire tore through the popular Usain Bolt’s Tracks and Records restaurant on Gloucester Avenue in Montego Bay, St James, early Saturday morning. The blaze, which began around 1 a.m., left extensive damage to the eatery.

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NOW: Pedestrians and motorists wade through floodwaters in Half-Way Tree, St Andrew, after heavy rainfall swept across the Corporate Area on Saturday. #GLNRToday

NOW: Pedestrians and motorists wade through floodwaters in Half-Way Tree, St Andrew, after heavy rainfall swept across the Corporate Area on Saturday. #GLNRToday

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Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel makes an appearance on stage at the People’s National Party’s 86th annual conference at the National Arena in St Andrew. He was accompanied by attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan and Chief Richard Currie, leader of the Accompong Maroons. #PNP86

Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel makes an appearance on stage at the People’s National Party’s 86th annual conference at the National Arena in St Andrew. He was accompanied by attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan and Chief Richard Currie, leader of the Accompong Maroons. #PNP86

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A United States national died following injuries sustained in a vehicular crash in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Friday. It's reported that the woman, 64, was a passenger in a white 2012 Toyota Mark X motor car driven by a 31-year-old man. Read more: #GLNRToday

A United States national died following injuries sustained in a vehicular crash in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Friday. It's reported that the woman, 64, was a passenger in a white 2012 Toyota Mark X motor car driven by a 31-year-old man. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Ashton Coke, the father of 10-year-old Shani Coke, who was raped and murdered in Tyre district near Troy, Trelawny on Tuesday, has been left devastated and heartbroken by the death of his daughter. Read more: #GLNRToday

Ashton Coke, the father of 10-year-old Shani Coke, who was raped and murdered in Tyre district near Troy, Trelawny on Tuesday, has been left devastated and heartbroken by the death of his daughter. Read more: #GLNRToday

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A false start at Champs in 2001 marked the beginning of a journey that would see Asafa Powell become one of the greatest sprinters in history, recording the most sub-10-second 100m performances and breaking the world record twice.

A false start at Champs in 2001 marked the beginning of a journey that would see Asafa Powell become one of the greatest sprinters in history, recording the most sub-10-second 100m performances and breaking the world record twice.

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Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the right balance is needed to address the grooming issues in schools which surfaced again recently at the McGrath High School in Treadways, St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the right balance is needed to address the grooming issues in schools which surfaced again recently at the McGrath High School in Treadways, St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Member of Parliament for St Elizabeth North East, Zuleika Jess, says she has been forced to defy government directives regarding the engagement of private contractors to clear roads in a bid to save lives in her constituency. #GLNRToday

Member of Parliament for St Elizabeth North East, Zuleika Jess, says she has been forced to defy government directives regarding the engagement of private contractors to clear roads in a bid to save lives in her constituency. #GLNRToday

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Residents of Morris Meadows in Portmore, St Catherine, took road repairs into their own hands Monday morning, filling potholes along sections of Grange Lane, a key corridor linking Portmore with Spanish Town, after years of what they describe as official neglect.

Residents of Morris Meadows in Portmore, St Catherine, took road repairs into their own hands Monday morning, filling potholes along sections of Grange Lane, a key corridor linking Portmore with Spanish Town, after years of what they describe as official neglect.

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“Look how unno a mash up the ting!” said Vybz Kartel as a fight broke out on stage during his #FreedomStreet concert at the National Stadium in St Andrew. It is unclear at this time what started the altercation. #GLNREnt

“Look how unno a mash up the ting!” said Vybz Kartel as a fight broke out on stage during his #FreedomStreet concert at the National Stadium in St Andrew. It is unclear at this time what started the altercation. #GLNREnt

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Opposition Spokesman on Finance Julian Robinson is calling for a Digital Nomad Programme that would allow remote workers to live and work in Jamaica while employed abroad, generating revenue through visa fees and local spending. #GLNRToday

Opposition Spokesman on Finance Julian Robinson is calling for a Digital Nomad Programme that would allow remote workers to live and work in Jamaica while employed abroad, generating revenue through visa fees and local spending. #GLNRToday

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness says downtown Kingston, the capital's commercial heart, "looks worse" today than it did more than four decades ago and requires a massive plan of intervention covering sewage, roads, and “sick buildings”. Read more: #GLNRToday

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says downtown Kingston, the capital's commercial heart, "looks worse" today than it did more than four decades ago and requires a massive plan of intervention covering sewage, roads, and “sick buildings”. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Let's see if you have a good eye. Tell us who you spot in the audience at the Bob Marley Tribute Concert at Emancipation Park in St Andrew. #BobMarley #BobTributeConcert #ReggaeMonth

Let's see if you have a good eye. Tell us who you spot in the audience at the Bob Marley Tribute Concert at Emancipation Park in St Andrew. #BobMarley #BobTributeConcert #ReggaeMonth

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Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced the appointment of Major General Antony Anderson, Jamaica's ambassador to the United States, as the first chief executive officer of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority. The appointment takes effect on June 1.

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced the appointment of Major General Antony Anderson, Jamaica's ambassador to the United States, as the first chief executive officer of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority. The appointment takes effect on June 1.

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Third-Country Nationals sent to Jamaica under a new agreement signed with the United States will be able to seek authorisation to stay in the island, Minister of National Security Dr Horace Chang has disclosed. Read more: #GLNRToday

Third-Country Nationals sent to Jamaica under a new agreement signed with the United States will be able to seek authorisation to stay in the island, Minister of National Security Dr Horace Chang has disclosed. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has signalled caution amid calls for a definitive Jamaican stance on the United States’ capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. He has stressed that his priority is keeping the country "safe". Read more:

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has signalled caution amid calls for a definitive Jamaican stance on the United States’ capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. He has stressed that his priority is keeping the country "safe". Read more:

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