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Man accused of buying groceries with woman’s credit card remanded in custody

Jamaica Observer · June 19, 2025

KINGSTON, Jamaica — A 26-year-old man was remanded in custody when he appeared before the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court, accused of illegally using a woman’s credit card to purchase $291,000 in groceries and appliances. Ashwan Blackwood is...

Lakers Face Major Dilemma Over Walker Kessler After DeAndre Ayton Sends Cryptic Post

Essentially Sports · July 1, 2025

DeAndre Ayton has become the talk of the town after finalizing a buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 26-year-old center, who’s a former No. 1 pick, is now on the radar of many teams, especially the Los Angeles Lakers. By now, it’s no...

American fast food chain Wingstop set to come to Coventry

Coventry Live · July 1, 2025

A popular fast-food chain is set to open in Coventry. Wingstop, an American chain, will open in the city centre later this year. Wingstop specialises in chicken wings and is known for its 10 flavours of cooked-to-order, hand-sauced, and tossed...

One Love: One Voice: One Day: themes IRD 2025

Caribbean Life - New York · June 30, 2025

The awardee for the Winnie Mandela Humanitarian Award is expected to be announced on July 1, 2025 during International Reggae Day. Courtesy of Jamaica Arts Holdings Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events —...

WATCH: KFC deal worth the wait, say friends

Jamaica Observer · June 18, 2025

From left Toshi, Shadea and Lexi enjoying their KFC 50th Anniversary deal ( Photo: Ramon Thompson) June 18, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Three friends who strategised to be at the front of the queue to benefit from KFC’s 50th anniversary promotion on...

KFC CRAZE!

Jamaica Observer · June 19, 2025

A customer who gave her name as Zoey is delighted to receive her KFC at the Constant Spring Road location in St Andrew, as a security guard assisted her, also excited to get through. (Photo: Garfield Robinson) KFC’s 50th anniversary promotion...

‘Early bird gets the worm’, says woman among first served at KFC Half-Way-Tree

Jamaica Observer · June 18, 2025

June 18, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Marjorie Laird, one of the first customers to get through at the Half-Way-Tree location in KFC’s 50th anniversary special on Wednesday, says she is proud and excited to be one of the first to get served. “Mi feel...

Chicken frenzy: Jamaicans flock KFC locations for 50th anniversary deal

Jamaica Observer · June 18, 2025

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Customers across the island flocked to several KFC locations as early as 5:00 am before their 10:00 am opening hours to take advantage of the 50th anniversary deal Wednesday morning. In celebration of their anniversary,...

KFC customer frenzy

Radio Jamaica · June 18, 2025

There were chaotic scenes at some KFC outlets on Wednesday as customers responded enthusiastically to the advertised "Big Deal Brawta" in celebration of the company's 50th anniversary in Jamaica. Customers camped out at various locations hours...

Hyatt Acquires Playa Hotels to Boost All-Inclusive Portfolio

FTN News · June 18, 2025

Hyatt acquires Playa Hotels to boost all-inclusive portfolio in a move that cements its position as a leader in luxury beachfront hospitality across Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. With the acquisition finalized, Hyatt takes ownership...

The 6 Most Underrated Caribbean Beach Towns You Need to Visit

Matador Network ·

Most travelers land here with the same idea: find a stretch of sand, park up at a beach club, order something cold, and leave winter behind for a week. And while there’s nothing wrong with that, the beaches in the brochures tend to be crowded,...

Suspected cop killer arrested

Radio Jamaica · June 17, 2025

The suspect linked to Monday's night's killing of a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force during a robbery in Montego Bay, St James, has been captured. The man was captured during a police operation in Spanish Town, St Catherine on Tuesday. He...

Who were the attackers from Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers? Explained

Sportskeeda · June 30, 2025

The Netflix docuseries Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers drops worldwide on July 1, 2025, in a single four-episode batch. All four episodes arrive at 12 am PT, giving viewers an uninterrupted look at one of Britain’s worst terrorist...

Private dining club launches in Phoenix with chef-led dinners

Phoenix New Times - Arizona ·

Downtown Phoenix restaurant Chilte is typically closed at the start of the week. But on a recent Monday night, the restaurant's dining room was abuzz. The modern Mexican restaurant inside Grand Avenue's Egyptian Motor Hotel hasn't changed its...

France W v England W betting offer: Bet £10 and get £40 in free bets with BetMGM

talkSPORT · June 30, 2025

England begin the defence of their Women's Euro title on Saturday night as they take on France in Zurich for their opening group game of this summer's tournament in Switzerland. BetMGM are offering new customers £40 in free bets when they bet £10...

Removing pastor a historic move for Baptist Union

The Gleaner · June 17, 2025

In an extraordinary and virtually unprecedented move, the Jamaica Baptist Union (JBU) has voted overwhelmingly to revoke the ministerial credentials of Pastor Jeffrey Shuttleworth, marking the first time in living memory the denomination has taken...

Dark Star Orchestra Announces Jam In The Sand XIII With Melvin Seals & JGB, More [Video]

Live For Live Music - Michigan · June 17, 2025

Dark Star Orchestra and its fans will escape to the tropical splendor of Montego Bay, Jamaica this winter for Jam in the Sand XIII. The prominent Grateful Dead tribute act will take over the Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters from January 10th to...

2025 Gold Cup, Matchday 3: Match thread and discussion

Stars and Stripes FC - Washington D.C. · June 16, 2025

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup is on matchday 3, and Group C takes the field tonight in Carson. Panama will take on Guadeloupe in the first match, while the nightcap will be Jamaica vs. Guatemala. Panama enters the Gold Cup confident that it can get...

12 Regional Sodas We Want Available Everywhere

Mashed · June 29, 2025

We all have our favorite sodas, and some of us can be set in our ways about it. For example, we know you probably have a strong preference between Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Yet, there are some regional sodas that you can't get nationwide. Whether you...

NYC hatches new 'clubhouses' for people with serious mental illness

Gothamist - New York ·

Robert Zhou, 26, arrived in New York City from the Bay Area a few months ago filled with concerns about his ability to adjust socially and find a job. “ It's definitely overwhelming for someone who has a mental illness,” Zhou said. But on a recent...