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December 9, 2025
Prince Andrew says he's giving up his Duke of York title as Epstein allegations refuse to fade
LONDON (AP) — Prince Andrew said Friday he is giving up his royal title of the Duke of York and other honours after his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein returned to the headlines. The…
December 9, 2025
Iowa superintendent detained by ICE falsely claimed he was a US citizen, indictment says
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The former superintendent of Iowa's largest school district has been indicted by a federal grand jury after authorities said he falsely claimed to be a US citizen who was…
December 9, 2025
by Dave Rodney
Jamaica Carnival 2026 out the gates early with NYC promotion
New Yorkers woke Monday morning to an enticing invitation from the Jamaica Tourist Board, encouraging tri-state residents to begin making travel plans for Jamaica Carnival in April 2026. A vibrant…
December 9, 2025
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical…
December 9, 2025
Alicia Keys’ musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ hits the road
NEW YORK (AP): Alicia Keys’ semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age Broadway musical is all grown up and leaving the nest. And, like any happy parent, Keys may visit it every once in a while. A new…
December 9, 2025
Man who stabbed brother in the neck to spend over a year in prison
A 51-year-old St Catherine man who used a pair of scissors to stab his brother repeatedly in an unprovoked incident has been sentenced to 12 months and 20 days' imprisonment at hard labour. …
December 9, 2025
Five schools get UJAA sponsorship for robotics competition in Panama
A team of high school students from five Jamaican schools will represent the country at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge, an international robotics competition set for October 29 to November 1 in…
December 9, 2025
STATIN begins planning for Jamaica’s 16th National Census in 2031
The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) has initiated preparations for the country’s 16th Population and Housing Census, scheduled for 2031. Addressing STATIN’s Quarterly Press Briefing, held…
December 9, 2025
Oran Hall | The not-so-obvious ways to save
Being able to save is critical to generating the financial resources required to live at a reasonable level now and in the future. There are some obvious ways to save, but there are others which do…