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When the cubes speak, Jamaica's backgammon heart beats louder - Jamaica Observer
15+ hour, 38+ min ago (602+ words) The boards clicked like small doors opening to new possibilities. For two days, from June 19 to June 20, the historic Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios wasn't just a hotel; it was a battleground, a classroom, and a sanctuary. The ninth Jamaica…...
PM takes chess to children in his St Andrew West Central constituency
2+ week, 15+ hour ago (533+ words) THE next generation of Jamaican chess talent was on full display in Olympic Gardens on Saturday as more than 120 children gathered for the West Central St Andrew Chess Fun Day 2026, hosted by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness who is the…...
Denmark's Eriksen collapses during Ukraine friendly
2+ week, 1+ day ago (461+ words) PARIS, France (AFP) " Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, five years after suffering a cardiac arrest during the European Championships. "Christian Eriksen is conscious and doing well under the circumstances," the Danish football association wrote on…...
From participation to pursuit " Ja seeks dominance in 10 X10 draughts
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (102+ words) The closing ceremony of the 23rd Pan-American International 1010 Draughts Championship in Paramaribo, Suriname, recently, offered more than a celebration of champions - it revealed a shifting competitive narrative within the region. In one defining image, Brazil's Women's Classic champion, Carla Assun'o Calasans,…...
Chess championship back on after Amber lifeline
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (416+ words) The Jamaica Chess Federation has confirmed that the 2026 National Age Group Chess Championship will go ahead May 2-3, following a major sponsorship boost from Amber Group, which has committed $15 million to the sport's development. The two-day event will be held at…...
Jamaican-owned Grocery List says it turned a profit last year with US$2. 7m in revenues - Jamaica Observer
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (427+ words) Jamaican-owned digital platform Grocery List, which operates out of Pompano Beach in South Florida, is reporting that it crossed US$2. 7 million in revenue last year, reaching profitability by enabling immigrants abroad to purchase essentials from trusted local merchants for their…...
Shaw, Stephenson retain National Junior Chess titles
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (168+ words) AS the National Junior Chess Championship 2026 ended, defending champions FM Jaden Shaw and Amy Stephenson retained their titles. Amy Stephenson, competing in her final National Junior (Under-20) Chess Championship, secured her third-consecutive female title with seven wins, one draw and…...
Senior citizens tournament a resounding success, says domino boss
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (353+ words) Humbert Davis, president of the National Association of Domino Bodies (NADB), said that the regional level of the NADB/National Council of Senior Citizens (NCSC) domino tournament was a resounding success. The domino boss said that the event, which brought…...
Unlucky draw'or something else?
7+ mon, 4+ day ago (165+ words) The recent match between the Jamaican national football team, the Reggae Boyz, and Cura'ao was one of great significance as both teams were vying for a crucial position in upcoming tournaments. With Cura'ao needing only a draw to secure their…...
Jamaicans shine at Cayman Islands Chess Classic
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (187+ words) In a strong field of 23 top chess talent to include multiple Grandmasters (GM), Jamaicans Fide Master (FM) Jaden Shaw and CM Akeem Brown performed creditably in the Open Section at the Cayman Islands Chess Classic, which unfolded over three days,…...