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BOGOTA, Colombia  (AFP) — Colombia's National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla group ordered civilians in areas under its control on Friday to stay hom...
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Vauxhall not a ‘dark horse’ says Kyle Butler
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — While many persons were surprised by Vauxhall High’s sojourn deep into the ISSA Manning Cup competition, head coach Kyle Butler do...
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Transport sectors back to normal operations after hurricane
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December 13 12:41 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica —Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the country’s critical transport sectors and support systems have resumed operations following th...
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Jamaica welcomes just under 300,000 visitors since Melissa
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ST JAMES, Jamaica — Despite the impact of Hurricane Melissa which left widespread damage across the Jamaica’s tourism belt, thousands of visitors are ...
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Solidarity grant programme underway
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KINGSTON, Jamaica –The Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) recently hosted a Solidarity Fair at Don’s Auto World in Black River, bringing cr...
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24 killed in road crashes in November – ITA
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24 killed in road crashes in November – ITA
December 13 11:25 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) is reporting that 24  people were killed in 20 fatal crashes during the month of November. The ...
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Jamaican digital services firms get a boost from UK-funded London trade mission
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Jamaican digital services firms get a boost from UK-funded London trade mission
Dana Malcolm | Observer Online Reporter | Malcolmd@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 13 10:40 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican digital services companies are reporting strong early commercial opportunities following their recent participation in a ...
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NHT receives 667 applications for post-hurricane disaster relief grant
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NHT receives 667 applications for post-hurricane disaster relief grant
December 13 10:32 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The National Housing Trust (NHT) has, to date, received 667 applications from persons affected by Hurricane Melissa for the disast...
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Scotia Group grows top line, but costs dampen profits
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Scotia Group grows top line, but costs dampen profits
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 12, 2025
Scotia Group grows top line, but costs dampen profits
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PIAJ urges emergency pension access as Jamaicans struggle after Hurricane Melissa
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PIAJ urges emergency pension access as Jamaicans struggle after Hurricane Melissa
December 12, 2025
PIAJ urges emergency pension access as Jamaicans struggle after Hurricane Melissa
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Dolphin Cove weathers Hurricane Melissa
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Dolphin Cove weathers Hurricane Melissa
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Dolphin Cove weathers Hurricane Melissa
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From trash to cash
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From trash to cash
Experts explore the economic potential of sargassum
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 12, 2025
From trash to cash
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Lessons from Gilbert
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Lessons from Gilbert
Jamaica’s post-Melissa productivity future
December 12, 2025
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UDC gains ground at Caymanas with rapid take-up of Raintree lots
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UDC gains ground at Caymanas with rapid take-up of Raintree lots
December 12, 2025
UDC gains ground at Caymanas with rapid take-up of Raintree lots
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WEST INDIES PETROLEUM TERMINAL FILES FOR $5.59-B JSE LISTING
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WEST INDIES PETROLEUM TERMINAL FILES FOR $5.59-B JSE LISTING
Move aims to provide liquidity for shareholders and raise profile of Jamaica’s secondlargest fuel storage facility
BY DASHAN HENDRICKS Business content manager hendricksd@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 10, 2025
West Indies Petroleum seeks JSE listing
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Sygnus parks big money in Lakes Pen
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Sygnus parks big money in Lakes Pen
CODIE-ANN BARRETT Senior business reporter 
December 10, 2025
Sygnus parks big money in Lakes Pen
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Guardian General partners with CCRIF on new micro-insurance product
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Guardian General partners with CCRIF on new micro-insurance product
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 10, 2025
Guardian General partners with CCRIF on new micro-insurance product
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Auto claims up 30 per cent post-Hurricane Melissa
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Auto claims up 30 per cent post-Hurricane Melissa
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 10, 2025
Auto claims up 30 per cent post-Hurricane Melissa
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Fontana opens year strong
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Fontana opens year strong
…working to push past Hurricane Melissa-induced challenges
December 10, 2025
Fontana opens year strong
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Vineyard Town’s Premium Blend ice cream secures World Bank-backed investment
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Vineyard Town’s Premium Blend ice cream secures World Bank-backed investment
December 10, 2025
Vineyard Town’s Premium Blend ice cream secures World Bank-backed investment
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MPC maintains stable renewable performance
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MPC maintains stable renewable performance
December 10, 2025
MPC maintains stable renewable performance
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Church’s Texas Chicken returns to Jamaican market
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Church’s Texas Chicken returns to Jamaican market
Trinidadian companies deepening Jamaican reach
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 10, 2025
Church’s Texas Chicken returns to Jamaican market
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When the budget doesn’t balance
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When the budget doesn’t balance
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December 10, 2025
When the budget doesn’t balance
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Fortune, frustration, and force majeure
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Fortune, frustration, and force majeure
A hurricane’s effect on contracts
December 10, 2025
Fortune, frustration, and force majeure
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New online skills resource helps job seekers ace interviews
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New online skills resource helps job seekers ace interviews
December 10, 2025
New online skills resource helps job seekers ace interviews
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Protecting land boundaries after Hurricane Melissa
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Protecting land boundaries after Hurricane Melissa
December 10, 2025
Protecting land boundaries after Hurricane Melissa
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Amazon launches low-cost shopping app in Jamaica
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Amazon launches low-cost shopping app in Jamaica
December 8, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Amazon.com Inc has launched its dedicated low-price shopping application, Amazon Bazaar, in Jamaica, the company said on Monday, e...
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‘A challenging year ahead’
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‘A challenging year ahead’
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BY DASHAN HENDRICKS Business content manager hendricksd@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 7, 2025
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Yard Cherry packs functionality, durability and global appeal
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Yard Cherry packs functionality, durability and global appeal
BY KELLARAY MILES Business reporter milesk@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 7, 2025
Yaad Cherry packs functionality, durability and global appeal
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KINGSTON, Jamaica —Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the country’s critical transport sectors and support systems have resumed operations following th...
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Jamaica welcomes just under 300,000 visitors since Melissa
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Solidarity grant programme underway
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