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NWC pulling out the stops to speed up project causing traffic snarl in Liguanea area, says Samuda
BY ARTHUR HALL Editor-at-Large halla@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20 12:30 AM
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PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
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PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
BY BILLEANE WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsb@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20 12:28 AM
PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
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Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
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Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
Court ruling comes two years after injured man died from matters unrelated to collision
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY WILLIS Senior reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20 12:26 AM
Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Genesis joy
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Playground dream nears reality for disabled students with AFJ grant
BY BILLEANE WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsb@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20 12:22 AM
Genesis joy
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Even better after Hurricane Melissa
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Even better after Hurricane Melissa
Eleven Restaurant and Lounge cares for community then rebuilds
April 20 12:20 AM
Even better after Hurricane Melissa
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TRAILBLAZERS AWARDED
April 20 12:18 AM
FIFTY outstanding Jamaican women were honoured for their exceptional achievements and national contributions at the St Andrew High School for Girls 10...
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2025 AFS top PEP awardee offers advice to 2026 cohort
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2025 AFS top PEP awardee offers advice to 2026 cohort
April 20 12:18 AM
2025 AFS top PEP awardee offers advice to 2026 cohort
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What to do after a US visa revocation
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What to do after a US visa revocation
November 2, 2022
Q. I arrived at the airport to travel to the United States, but the airline informed me that I am unable to board my flight due to issues with my US v...
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No US visa appointment until late 2024
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No US visa appointment until late 2024
August 10, 2022
Q: How soon can I get an in-person tourist visa appointment at the US Embassy in Kingston? A: The next available tourist visa appointment is in the fa...
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Preparing for the hurricane season while on vacation
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Preparing for the hurricane season while on vacation
June 8, 2022
Q: What advice can the embassy offer to US citizens in Jamaica for the current hurricane season? A: First, take responsibility for your own safety bef...
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K-1 Fiancé preparation
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K-1 Fiancé preparation
May 18, 2022
Q: Who can apply for a Fiancé K-1 visa? The K-1 visa permits the fiancé to travel to the United States and marry his or her US citizen sponsor within ...
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Completing your Consular Electronic Application
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Completing your Consular Electronic Application
May 4, 2022
Q: I need to apply for my visa. How do I do that? A: You will need to complete a DS-160 for a non-immigrant visa or a DS-260 for an immigrant visa. To...
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Voting in the US elections
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Voting in the US elections
April 13, 2022
Q. Who can vote in US elections? In order to participate in US elections, one must be a US citizen aged 18 or older and be registered to vote. There i...
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How does the US and Jamaica benefit from the H-2 programme?
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How does the US and Jamaica benefit from the H-2 programme?
March 30, 2022
Ask the US Embassy Even in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, 18,000 workers travelled from Jamaica to support the US agriculture and servic...
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Requirements for the J-1 exchange visitor visa
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Requirements for the J-1 exchange visitor visa
March 9, 2022
Ask the US Embassy Q. Are there different types of J-1 visas? Do J-1 visas qualify for interview waiver? A: Yes, there are 15 exchange categories that...
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What travel advisories, alerts mean
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What travel advisories, alerts mean
February 9, 2022
Ask the US Embassy Q: There are several messages about safety, COVID, and crime on the embassy webpage. What is the difference between a travel adviso...
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Latest COVID-19 outbreak impacting visa processing
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Latest COVID-19 outbreak impacting visa processing
January 13, 2022
Ask The US Embassy Q: Is the Consular Section currently operational in the face of the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and the dramatic up tick in positiv...
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What do I need to bring with me to my immigrant visa interview?
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What do I need to bring with me to my immigrant visa interview?
November 24, 2021
Ask the US Embassy A: There are four types of documentation you will need to bring with you to your immigrant visa interview: identification, civil, f...
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A negative COVID-19 test result is not required to receive a visa but…
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A negative COVID-19 test result is not required to receive a visa but…
November 10, 2021
Ask the US Embassy Q: What are the latest CDC requirements for travel to the United States? A: Effective November 8, 2021, non-US citizens who are not...
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Renewing your US passport
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Renewing your US passport
October 27, 2021
Ask the US Embassy Q. I am a US citizen living in Jamaica. My passport has recently expired. What can I do? A. This is a great question. First know th...
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All permanent US visa applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19
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All permanent US visa applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19
September 8, 2021
Q. What does it mean when the National Visa Center (NVC) sends a letter to me stating I am “documentarily qualified”? A: Once your immigrant visa case...
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Dos and don’ts of your B1/B2 visa
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Dos and don’ts of your B1/B2 visa
August 11, 2021
Q. What can I do on a B1/B2 visa? A: The B1/B2 visa consists of a “B1” component that covers travel for professional reasons and a “B2” component that...
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If you need a student visa…
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If you need a student visa…
July 28, 2021
Q: What is an F-1 student visa, and who is qualified to seek one? A: An F1 visa is required to study in the US at universities, private secondary or e...
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How to apply for fiancé visas
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How to apply for fiancé visas
July 14, 2021
Q: I just got engaged to an American who wants me to come to the United States so we can get married! I understand I need a K-1 visa. What exactly doe...
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Tips for US citizens in Jamaica during hurricane season
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Tips for US citizens in Jamaica during hurricane season
June 30, 2021
Ask the US Embassy Q: What advice can the embassy offer to US citizens in Jamaica for the current hurricane season? A: First, take responsibility for ...
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Kingston embassy selected as pilot for Americans to pay fees online
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Kingston embassy selected as pilot for Americans to pay fees online
June 16, 2021
Ask the US Embassy THE Department of State says it is pleased to announce that the US Embassy Kingston has been selected as a pilot location to allow ...
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Maintain contact with embassy about your immigrant visa
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Maintain contact with embassy about your immigrant visa
June 8, 2021
Ask the US Embassy THROUGHOUT the novel coronavirus pandemic there has been several factors affecting the processing of immigrant visas causing extend...
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How do I apply for a non-immigrant visa to the US?
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How do I apply for a non-immigrant visa to the US?
June 2, 2021
Ask the US Embassy TO apply for any US non-immigrant visa, you first need to complete the DS-160 online, non-immigrant visa application form. Consular...
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COVID test requirements for travellers
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COVID test requirements for travellers
May 26, 2021
Ask the US Embassy Q: Do I need a negative COVID-19 test result to enter the United States?  A: Yes, effective January 26, the Centers for Disease Con...
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NWC pulling out the stops to speed up project causing traffic snarl in Liguanea area, says Samuda
BY ARTHUR HALL Editor-at-Large halla@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20, 2026
ROAD RUSH
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PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
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PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
BY BILLEANE WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsb@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20, 2026
PM blames poorly planned infrastructure for last Friday’s gridlock
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Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
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Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
Court ruling comes two years after injured man died from matters unrelated to collision
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY WILLIS Senior reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20, 2026
Biker’s estate awarded millions for crash injuries
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Eight children dead in US domestic violence shooting
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Genesis joy
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Playground dream nears reality for disabled students with AFJ grant
BY BILLEANE WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsb@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 20, 2026
Genesis joy
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