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Implementation phase of using donated funds to provide houses to Jamaicans underway, says Fitz-Henley
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Implementation phase of using donated funds to provide houses to Jamaicans underway, says Fitz-Henley
May 21 11:34 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — State Minister Abka Fitz-Henley says, following a commitment made by Prime Minister Andrew Holness in December last year, the Gove...
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Police suspect domestic dispute in Westmoreland murder
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Police suspect domestic dispute in Westmoreland murder
May 21 10:17 AM
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — An interpersonal dispute may be behind the gruesome killing of a man in Retreat, Westmoreland on Wednesday, according to polic...
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924 containerised housing units in Jamaica
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924 containerised housing units in Jamaica
May 21 10:10 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Approximately 924 containerised housing units are on the island as the Government presses ahead with its temporary housing relief ...
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WATCH: Overturned trailer truck causing traffic delays in Central Village
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May 21 10:04 AM
A 40-foot trailer truck overturned along the main road in Central Village, St Catherine on Thursday morning after the vehicle reportedly developed mec...
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Newell wants clarity on oil exploration in Jamaica’s waters
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Newell wants clarity on oil exploration in Jamaica’s waters
May 21 07:50 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — With the Government increasingly optimistic that oil will be found in Jamaica’s waters in commercial quantities, Opposition Spokes...
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Education ministry monitoring students following motor vehicle accident
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Education ministry monitoring students following motor vehicle accident
May 21 07:45 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Education says it is closely monitoring the condition of students involved in Wednesday morning’s crash in Clarend...
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Cavalier stun MBU to advance to fourth consecutive JPL final
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Cavalier stun MBU to advance to fourth consecutive JPL final
May 21 07:30 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Defending champions Cavalier are through to the final of the Jamaica Premier League for the fourth consecutive year after overturn...
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First Ebola case confirmed in Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province
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First Ebola case confirmed in Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province
May 21 07:14 AM
BUKAVU, DR Congo (AFP) — A first Ebola case has been confirmed in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province, in an area under the...
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Murders fall below 700 for first time in over 31 years — Chang
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Murders fall below 700 for first time in over 31 years — Chang
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica —Minister of National Security Dr Horace Chang says the number of murders recorded in the country this year, has fallen below 700 fo...
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Grange pays tribute to late veteran broadcaster Alma Mock Yen
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Grange pays tribute to late veteran broadcaster Alma Mock Yen
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange says she is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of veteran ...
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Three dead in US strikes on alleged drug boats—US military
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Three dead in US strikes on alleged drug boats—US military
December 31, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—The US military announced Wednesday that three people were killed in strikes on three alleged drug boats in internatio...
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Ex-boxing champ Joshua discharged from hospital after fatal car crash
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Ex-boxing champ Joshua discharged from hospital after fatal car crash
December 31, 2025
LAGOS, Nigeria (AFP)—Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital, state officials said Wednesday, days a...
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Galiday Bounce postponed amid dispute with show’s headliner Kraff
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Galiday Bounce postponed amid dispute with show’s headliner Kraff
December 31, 2025
Galiday Bounce, the New Year’s Eve event, scheduled for the Amazura Concert Hall in New York and headlined by dancehall artiste Kraff, has been postpo...
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Forex: $159.73 to one US dollar
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Forex: $159.73 to one US dollar
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Wednesday, December 31, ended trading at $159.73, down 10 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica...
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Finance ministry extends Hurricane Melissa duty and GCT relief to January 15
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Finance ministry extends Hurricane Melissa duty and GCT relief to January 15
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service has announced a two-week extension to the relief of import duties and General Consu...
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PAJ mourns passing of renowned broadcaster Alma Mock-Yen
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PAJ mourns passing of renowned broadcaster Alma Mock-Yen
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) is mourning the passing of Alma Mock-Yen, a distinguished broadcaster whose voice, intellec...
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Trump says pulling National Guard from Chicago, LA, Portland
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Trump says pulling National Guard from Chicago, LA, Portland
December 31, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was withdrawing National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland,...
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Drumming transforming young lives at Maxfield Park Children’s Home
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Drumming transforming young lives at Maxfield Park Children’s Home
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica-The auditorium at the Maxfield Park Children’s Home came alive recently with performances for its Christmas showcase as the children...
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Jamaica receives US$300,000 in recovery assistance from Republic of Korea
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Jamaica receives US$300,000 in recovery assistance from Republic of Korea
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Republic of Korea has donated US$300,000 to support Jamaica’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. The contribution was...
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Verona Foundation brings relief to hurricane-hit St Elizabeth
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Verona Foundation brings relief to hurricane-hit St Elizabeth
December 31, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica —Determined to carry on her mother’s benevolence, Kerry-Ann Henry started the Verona Foundation shortly after her death in Augus...
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Applications for NHT 2018  contribution refund open on January 1
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Applications for NHT 2018 contribution refund open on January 1
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The National Housing Trust (NHT) says it will commence accepting applications for a refund of contributions made in 2018 on January ...
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Jamaicans invited to ring in new year at fireworks festivals across the island
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Jamaicans invited to ring in new year at fireworks festivals across the island
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaicans across the island are invited to ring in the New Year at the annual national fireworks celebration, hosted by the Urban ...
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WATCH: No evictions planned at Petersfield High shelter, says Minister McKenzie
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WATCH: No evictions planned at Petersfield High shelter, says Minister McKenzie
December 31, 2025
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Local Government and Community Development Minister Desmond McKenzie has dismissed as “false and mischievous” claims that the ...
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Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
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Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
December 31, 2025
JERUSALEM, Undefined (AFP)—Israel plans to ban 37 aid organisations from operating in Gaza from Thursday unless they hand over detailed information on...
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Mbappe suffers knee sprain in blow for Real Madrid
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Mbappe suffers knee sprain in blow for Real Madrid
December 31, 2025
MADRID, Spain (AFP)—Real Madrid on Wednesday said that Kylian Mbappe had suffered a knee sprain, delivering a blow to their bid to reel in Liga leader...
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BOJ extends waiver for high-value ACH transaction penalty
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BOJ extends waiver for high-value ACH transaction penalty
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica –The Bank of Jamaica on Wednesday announced an extension of its temporary waiver for a penalty charge on high-value Automated Cleari...
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FLA, JCF issue warnings against gun salutes ahead of New Year
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FLA, JCF issue warnings against gun salutes ahead of New Year
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) have each issued warnings to the public against the...
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Traffic changes announced for Black River fireworks festival
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Traffic changes announced for Black River fireworks festival
December 31, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — The St Elizabeth police are advising the public of temporary road closures and traffic changes to facilitate the safe staging ...
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Supreme Ventures announces intended strategic divestment of Evolve Loan Co
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Supreme Ventures announces intended strategic divestment of Evolve Loan Co
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Supreme Ventures says initial discussions are underway with Dolla Financial Services Limited aimed at the intended divestment of E...
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JDF says alleged actions of soldier contrary to core values
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JDF says alleged actions of soldier contrary to core values
December 31, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) says the alleged actions of one of its soldiers, accused of discharging a firearm in a public ...
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — State Minister Abka Fitz-Henley says, following a commitment made by Prime Minister Andrew Holness in December last year, the Gove...
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Police suspect domestic dispute in Westmoreland murder
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924 containerised housing units in Jamaica
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Approximately 924 containerised housing units are on the island as the Government presses ahead with its temporary housing relief ...
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WATCH: Overturned trailer truck causing traffic delays in Central Village
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A 40-foot trailer truck overturned along the main road in Central Village, St Catherine on Thursday morning after the vehicle reportedly developed mec...
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Newell wants clarity on oil exploration in Jamaica’s waters
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Newell wants clarity on oil exploration in Jamaica’s waters
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