August 2016

Rain helps hapless WI survive another day

August 03, 2016 in Sports

Earl, the tropical storm threatening Kingston, allowed for only 15.5 overs on the fourth day. In that time, India helped themselves to four wickets, suggesting all they needed was a session or two more to wrap up a Test victory. The forecast is better for...

Miss Ja Universe 2011 dies from sickle cell

August 03, 2016 in Regional

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former Miss Jamaica Universe Shakira Martin died at a hospital in Florida last night due to complications with the sickle cell disease. She was 30 years old. Martin’s mother, Andrea Hall, confirmed her death in a social media post earlier today. “My darling...

Sports Illustrated predicts five gold for Jamaica

August 03, 2016 in Sports

Respected American magazine Sports Illustrated has predicted that Jamaica will win 11 medals, all in track and field, at the XXXI Olympics that gets underway this weekend in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The American publication is predicting that sprint superstar Usain Bolt will retain his 100m,...