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World Cup Glory: DR Congo ended a 52-year wait by reaching the 2026 World Cup knockout stages, sealing a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in Atlanta and booking the Round of 32. Theatre & Training: JMTC’s Theatrix Apprenticeship Programme (TAP) is back, a five-day July 7–11 intensive aimed at building Jamaica’s next generation of theatre professionals. Dance & Legacy: NDTC opens its 64th season July 17 with tributes to Musical Director Emerita Marjorie Whylie and a restaging of Nettleford’s Gerrehbenta, plus a tribute to late reggae icon Jimmy Cliff. Gospel Reggae Buzz: Minister Taf drops “Rock and Come Een,” pushing a high-energy, dancehall-friendly take on Christian worship. Music Spotlight: Freddie McGregor marks 70, reflecting on his Studio One breakthrough and the hits that followed. Diaspora Entertainment: Mikey Sparkle Family Fun Day drew hundreds in Atlanta, keeping Caribbean culture front and centre. Sports Glam: Trick Williams shared details of his Jamaica wedding to Lash Legend, calling it “the wedding of her dreams.”

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Jun. 18, 2026

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8 hours ago

Devoted to charity - Police Inspector Seanene Steer, a skilled musician who ‘serves and protects’ at a higher level

The Gleaner |

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The Gleaner

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Owned By	RJRGLEANER Communications Group (Joseph M. Matalon Chairman, Anthony Smith CEO) through The Gleaner Company Ltd
Year Founded	1834
Website	www.jamaica-gleaner.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	Jamaica, Kingston
Owner Country	Jamaica

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8 hours ago

Guyana to build 300-plus homes in Jamaica under hurricane recovery programme

The St Kitts Nevis Observer |

Owner: Kenneth Williams info about owner

The St. Kitts & Nevis Observer

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Owned By	Kenneth Williams
Year Founded	1994
Website	https://www.thestkittsnevisobserver.com/
Domain Registration Year	2007
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Saint Kitts and Nevis,
Owner Country	Saint Kitts and Nevis

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9 hours ago

The Kansas man powering World Cup TV broadcasts

The Hutchinson News - Kansas |

Owner: USA TODAY Co., Inc. info about owner

The Hutchinson News - Kansas

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Owned By	USA TODAY Co., Inc. (Mike Reed, Chairman; Two Seas Capital, Apollo Global Management, Inc. & Alta Fundamental Advisers, Largest Shareholders)
Year Founded	1872
Website	https://www.hutchnews.com/
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Kansas, Hutchinson
Owner Country	United States

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9 hours ago

Family fundraises to send the deadly West Haven shooting victims back home to Jamaica

WTIC-TV - Connecticut |

Owner: TEGNA Inc. info about owner

WTIC-TV - Connecticut

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Owned By	TEGNA Inc. (The Vanguard Group & Blackrock, largest shareholders)
Year Founded	1984
Website	www.fox61.com
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Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Connecticut, Hartford
Owner Country	United States

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10 hours ago

Squidly Cole pays tribute to his father Stranger Cole - Pioneering singer ‘helped shape the sound and evolution of Jamaican music’

The Gleaner |

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The Gleaner

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Owned By	RJRGLEANER Communications Group (Joseph M. Matalon Chairman, Anthony Smith CEO) through The Gleaner Company Ltd
Year Founded	1834
Website	www.jamaica-gleaner.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	Jamaica, Kingston
Owner Country	Jamaica

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12 hours ago

Behind the scenes:JMTC’s Theatrix Apprenticeship Programme seeks to build Jamaica’s next generation of theatre professionals

Jamaica Observer |

Owner: Adam Stewart info about owner

Jamaica Observer

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Owned By	Adam Stewart through ATL Group
Year Founded	1993
Website	www.jamaicaobserver.com
Domain Registration Year	1997
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Jamaica, Kingston
Owner Country	Jamaica

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18 hours ago

Live Reggae Music Returns to Cabo San Lucas

Gringo Gazette |

Owner: Reid Keebaugh & Clark Wright info about owner

Gringo Gazette

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Owned By	Reid Keebaugh & Clark Wright through Reid and Wright Advertising
Year Founded	1994
Website	gringogazette.com
Domain Registration Year
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Mexico, Cabo San Lucas
Owner Country	Canada

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Jun. 27, 2026

Jamaica celebrates with America

Jamaica Observer |

Owner: Adam Stewart info about owner

Jamaica Observer

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Owned By	Adam Stewart through ATL Group
Year Founded	1993
Website	www.jamaicaobserver.com
Domain Registration Year	1997
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Jamaica, Kingston
Owner Country	Jamaica

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