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Rihanna’s home hit by gunfire, woman arrested
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Rihanna’s home hit by gunfire, woman arrested
March 8 09:47 PM
A woman has been arrested after firing a gun towards pop superstar Rihanna's Los Angeles mansion while the singer was inside, according to internation...
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Mother of six mourns last son’s controversial killing, allegedly by police
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Mother of six mourns last son’s controversial killing, allegedly by police
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WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — After losing her older son to violence few years ago, mother of six Janice Pillner is now struggling to come to terms with the...
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G2K chides Golding for ‘silence’ on Silvera conviction, calls for PNP president to expel former MP
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Generation 2000 (G2K) is criticising Mark Golding over what it says is the People’s National Party (PNP) president’s silence on former party represent...
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WATCH: Lawrence Tavern councillor displeased with roadworks by NWA
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ST ANDREW, Jamaica — Lawrence Tavern Councillor John Myers has accused the National Works Agency (NWA) of inadequate repair work on main roads in the ...
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Man arrested in Salt Spring murder probe while attempting to board flight
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Man arrested in Salt Spring murder probe while attempting to board flight
March 8 04:38 PM
ST JAMES, Jamaica – A   30-year-old man has been charged with murder in relation to a stabbing incident along the Salt Spring main road in St James la...
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Sanmerna helps women relieve stress on International Women’s Day
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Sanmerna helps women relieve stress on International Women’s Day
March 8 03:56 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — On the eve of International Women’s Day on Saturday, the Sanmerna Foundation celebrated with a number of women at the Peace Garden...
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Tuffheart returns from promo run in Panama, gearing up for local performance
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BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
March 8 03:11 PM
Performing at the recent Bob Marley 81st birthday celebration at Panama City in Panama a few weeks ago, was a great experience for emerging reggae art...
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With increasing number of high-rises, McKenzie assures that fire hydrants are working
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With increasing number of high-rises, McKenzie assures that fire hydrants are working
March 8 02:24 PM
Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie has sought to assure that fire hydrants are being installed and repaired around the country to take account...
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Tuffheart returns from promo run in Panama, gearing up for local performance
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Tuffheart returns from promo run in Panama, gearing up for local performance
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
March 8, 2026
Performing at the recent Bob Marley 81st birthday celebration at Panama City in Panama a few weeks ago, was a great experience for emerging reggae art...
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Sly laid to rest
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Sly laid to rest
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HUMBLE releases Pray and Praise
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HUMBLE releases Pray and Praise
March 8, 2026
HUMBLE releases
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Reggae Icons awarded in FL
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Reggae Icons awarded in FL
March 8, 2026
Reggae Icons awarded in FL
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Miss Universe Jamaica introduces parish-level system
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Miss Universe Jamaica introduces parish-level system
March 8, 2026
Miss Universe Jamaica introduces parish-level system
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Merritone to ignite Kgn Pirates Week fete March 12
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Merritone to ignite Kgn Pirates Week fete March 12
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‘Proud moment’ as Tuff Gong relaunches in Kingston
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‘Proud moment’ as Tuff Gong relaunches in Kingston
Howard Campbell 
March 7, 2026
Stephen Marley describes the relaunch of Tuff Gong International recording studio in Kingston as "a proud moment for Jamaica and Jamaican culture". Th...
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Sharon Marley premières Island
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Sharon Marley premières Island
March 7, 2026
Sharon Marley premières Island
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Indie Allen aims for The Best You
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Indie Allen aims for The Best You
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March 7, 2026
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Tabanca Remedy tonight!
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Tabanca Remedy tonight!
March 7, 2026
Tabanca Remedy tonight!
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Music fraternity honours Sly Dunbar at ‘nine night’
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Music fraternity honours Sly Dunbar at ‘nine night’
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March 7, 2026
Music fraternity honours
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Vybz Kartel, Mavado to share Reggae Sumfest stage
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Vybz Kartel, Mavado to share Reggae Sumfest stage
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Dancehall artistes Vybz Kartel and Mavado are set to share the Reggae Sumfest stage on July 18, 2026, at Plantation Cove in St Ann. ...
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Blu Cantrell’s Breathe featuring Sean Paul, is 3x platinum in the UK
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Blu Cantrell’s Breathe featuring Sean Paul, is 3x platinum in the UK
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—When American R&B singer Blu Cantrell released her sophomore album Bittersweet in June 2003, it contained two Jamaican elements. The...
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Inner Circle’s Bad Boys hits the platinum mark in the United States
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Inner Circle’s Bad Boys hits the platinum mark in the United States
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Thirty-nine years after it was first released, Bad Boys , the iconic hit song by Jamaican reggae band Inner Circle, has been certifi...
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6 events, 4 days
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March 6, 2026
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Stephen Marley leads acoustic tribute to Jo Mersa on March 14
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Stephen Marley leads acoustic tribute to Jo Mersa on March 14
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Stephen Marley leads acoustic tribute to Jo Mersa on March 14
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Freddy Browne, Richie Stephens, AcYn collab on fusion track
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Freddy Browne, Richie Stephens, AcYn collab on fusion track
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
Freddy Browne, Richie Stephens, AcYn collab on fusion track
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Jesse Royal, Etana lead live entertainment at JFDF
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Jesse Royal, Etana lead live entertainment at JFDF
March 6, 2026
Jesse Royal, Etana lead live entertainment at JFDF
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Taveionn Telfer: Stitching her own story
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Taveionn Telfer: Stitching her own story
Emerging fashion designer readies bold debut line
March 6, 2026
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CDT Jamaica returns to the stage with ‘Streams’: A tribute to resilience and legacy
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CDT Jamaica returns to the stage with ‘Streams’: A tribute to resilience and legacy
March 5, 2026
After a hiatus marked by community service and creative renewal, the internationally acclaimed CDT Jamaica has announced its 2026 performance season, ...
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International chefs preview bold flavours ahead of Jamaica Food & Drink Festival
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International chefs preview bold flavours ahead of Jamaica Food & Drink Festival
March 5, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Caribbean cuisine took centre stage Wednesday night as international and regional chefs previewed the flavours of the 2026 Jamaica...
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Willie Stewart’s Rhythms Of Africa to celebrate Jamaica in most personal edition yet
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Willie Stewart’s Rhythms Of Africa to celebrate Jamaica in most personal edition yet
BY HOWARD CAMPBELL Observer senior writer 
March 5, 2026
In five weeks, Willie Stewart stages Rhythms Of Africa at Miramar Cultural Center in South Florida.  It will be the most personal edition since he fir...
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G2K chides Golding for ‘silence’ on Silvera conviction, calls for PNP president to expel former MP
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WATCH: Lawrence Tavern councillor displeased with roadworks by NWA
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ST ANDREW, Jamaica — Lawrence Tavern Councillor John Myers has accused the National Works Agency (NWA) of inadequate repair work on main roads in the ...
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Man arrested in Salt Spring murder probe while attempting to board flight
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Man arrested in Salt Spring murder probe while attempting to board flight
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ST JAMES, Jamaica – A   30-year-old man has been charged with murder in relation to a stabbing incident along the Salt Spring main road in St James la...
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