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Stephen Francis, legendary Jamaican track and field coach, has died
Legendary track and field coach Stephen 'Franno' Francis has died. Francis passed away in hospital late last night, a day after his 64th birthday.

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Today's Issue Published: Sunday, July 5, 2026
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Copy, paste, repeat? Students rethinking AI as schools adapt, but educators still fear critical-thinking cost

Fourth-form Jonathan Grant High School student Alexander Ashley had a revelation when he completed his first term in grade 10. Although he did very well in his take-home assignments, the final grades on his report card from the St Catherine-based institut

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Stephen Francis, legendary Jamaican track and field coach, has died

Legendary track and field coach Stephen 'Franno' Francis has died. Francis passed away in hospital late last night, a day after his 64th birthday.

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Garth Rattray | Deficient healthcare deterring returning residents

Many people have expressed their fondest wish to return home to Jamaica. They went to developed countries to seek opportunities for a better life for themselves and their families. In many cases, their sojourn abroad lasted almost a lifetime. For others,

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Sunday Social

Good food, meaningful conversations and a shared spirit of giving set the tone at Hummingbird Charities Limiteds annual Fête For A Cause fundraising brunch, held last Sunday in Millsborough.

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