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Tremor terror - Jamaican recounts tale of escaping devastating Colombia earthquake

August 13, 2026 | News
A Jamaican man who found himself caught in the grip of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia says chaos erupted in the stairwell of the 17-storey hotel where he was staying, as panicked guests rushed to the exits amid “terrifying” tremors. Dave Creary said he arrived in Medellín on Saturday for a one-week vacation and was sleeping in his room when an earthquake alert on his cell phone went off early Monday morning. He said that seconds later, at approximately 7:30 a.m., his hotel room on the 12th floor began shaking violently, causing him to run for the exit.
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JCA says two tonnes of cocaine, plus ganja seized at KFTL

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) said last week’s seizure of drugs at the Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) was its largest drug seizure since the start of the year. More than two tonnes of cocaine and 256 pounds of ganja were intercepted in operations conducted between August 5 and 7. The seizures, carried out in collaboration with the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division and Specialised Operations Branch, involved approximately 1,813 parcels of cocaine in containers destined for Spain and Florida.
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Doku signs new five-year deal at Man City

MANCHESTER, England (AP): Jérémy Doku signed a new five-year contract with Manchester City yesterday after establishing himself as one of the best and most exciting wingers in the English Premier League. The Belgium international is tied to Manchester City until 2031. He joined from French team Rennes in 2023. Doku said he feels settled at Manchester City and was looking forward to playing under recently hired manager Enzo Maresca, whose gameplan relies heavily on wingers.
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Petrojam worker faces charges in alleged ammo-selling ring

An employee of the state-owned oil refinery Petrojam has been arrested and charged by the police arising from allegations that he was part of a ring that illegally sold bullets and gun parts for high-calibre rifles, law- enforcement sources have disclosed. Vashel Witter, 52, a line engineer based at Petrojam’s Montego Bay terminal, was apprehended in the Freeport area on August 6 during a sting operation in which the police allegedly found more than 200 rounds of ammunition for AK-47 rifles inside his vehicle, sources told The Gleaner.

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'I prefer to die'

An elderly St Elizabeth man is appealing for the intervention of Justice Minister Delroy Chuck after a court ordered him to vacate land he has lived on for 41 years by Sunday, insisting that he is not a squatter.

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Bicknell oozing confidence

Jamaica’s number one tennis player, Blaise Bicknell, says he is confident he can produce his best tennis when he steps onto the court at next week’s inaugural Jamaica Open Tennis Championships, an ATP Challenger tournament. The championships, set for August 16‑29 at the Liguanea Club in Kingston, will mark the first time an ATP Challenger event of this scale has been staged in the English‑speaking Caribbean. The tournament has attracted a strong field, including several players ranked inside the world’s top 150.

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5 Questions With Tifa

Catchy hits, high-energy performances and an unmistakable stage presence have long been part of dancehall artiste Tifa’s signature. At her recent Dream Weekend debut at YUSH in Montego Bay, the Wife Me Up diva gave partygoers a trip down memory lane with live renditions of favourites including Big Bumper, Spell It Out, Dash Out and Jealous Ova. Now gearing up for her next major local performance at Beenie Man’s Summer Sizzle in Clarendon this weekend, Tifa is promising fans another high-energy set filled with familiar favourites and a few surprises.

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Digicel earnings expected to inch up to US$730 million in fiscal 2027

Rating agency Fitch expects Digicel’s earnings to hit at least US$730 million for its financial year ending March 2027, roughly 3.0 per cent higher than a year earlier. “This is driven by low single-digit growth in the business-to-business and fixed operations, a steady subscriber base from its mobile operations, a single-digit increase in average revenue per user (ARPU), and lower costs due to operating efficiency measures,” stated Fitch in its recent update on the company. Digicel operates telecom services in 25 markets and holds leading positions in many.

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Shacqueal Major has more in the bag with latest SM Kollections drop

Handbag lovers have four new shades to add to their rotation as SM Kollection expands its signature tote line with a fresh drop designed to marry everyday functionality with timeless style. The latest release introduces the SM Kollection Tote in tan, navy blue, grey and rich burgundy, expanding the colour palette of the accessories brand while maintaining the signature design that has defined it since its November 2024 launch.

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Editorial | PM Gaston Browne must apologise

It is unfortunate that Gaston Browne’s attempted walk-back of his assault on the judiciary this week did not include an unambiguous apology for his threat to deport and declare persona non grata a judge whom he believes is too soft on criminals. Moreover, any retraction of the threat should be formally communicated, in writing, to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) and the Judicial and Legal Services Commission, which is responsible for appointments to the court and the disciplining of its judges and judicial staff.

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