Maduro says Venezuela open to talks with US, amid pressure
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Maduro says Venezuela open to talks with US, amid pressure
January 2 03:43 PM
CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP)—President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro on Thursday dodged a question about an alleged US attack on a dock in Venezuela but sai...
6.5-magnitude quake shakes Mexico City and beach resort
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6.5-magnitude quake shakes Mexico City and beach resort
January 2 02:58 PM
MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AFP)—A 6.5-magnitude earthquake rattled Mexico's capital and a tourist hotspot on the Pacific coast on Friday, killing at least o...
Brazilian miners die in Guyana after pit collapses
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Brazilian miners die in Guyana after pit collapses
January 2 02:50 PM
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) – The Guyana Police Force on Friday said that two Brazilian gold miners died after a mining pit collapsed at Chenapou, North ...

Jamaica 50

Entertainment, Jamaica 50
The Harder They Come showcased Jamaica’s culture
April 10, 2012
In August, it will be 50 years since Jamaica gained Independence from Britain. Today, the Jamaica Observer's Entertainment section reflects on the inf...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Dunn’s River Falls
April 9, 2012
Celebrating Jamaica 50 VERY few waterfalls in the world can speak to having their water flow directly into the sea, and to go to an even greater lengt...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1974
April 9, 2012
1 The National Gallery of Jamaica, which was established in 1974, is the oldest and largest public art gallery in the English Speaking Caribbean. It h...
Jamaica 50, Lifestyle, Local Lifestyle, ...
Jamaica WOW counting down to 50
April 7, 2012
SO has thus far shared 23 Jamaican 'wows' — from the majestic natural views of Blue Mountain peak to the unique over-water dining experience of Floyd'...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1973
April 2, 2012
1. On January 16, The Jamaica Bar Association was incorporated as a Company Limited by the guarantee under the Companies Act and was subsequently exem...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Wolmer’s Schools
April 2, 2012
WOLMER'S High School has a great history. The boys' school is the oldest school in the Caribbean. It was founded in 1729 after John Wolmer stipulated ...
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The Rock WOWS – Counting Down to Jamaica 50
March 31, 2012
It's a truth universally acknowledged that no matter the location in the world, a Jamaican is sure to be found in every nook and cranny. But the rever...
Jamaica 50, Lifestyle, Local Lifestyle, ...
A ‘Reid’ Sweet Life
March 31, 2012
Style Observer Counting down to 50 years of Independence are returning residents Heather and Renixton Reid who, come September 21, will be celebrating...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Munro College
John-Anthony Powell 
March 26, 2012
HIGH in the picturesque summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking the panoramic view of the Pedro Plains and the Caribbean Sea rests Munro Colleg...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1972
March 26, 2012
1. The first Test Match of New Zealand's first tour of the West Indies ended on February 22 in a draw at Sabina Park with Jamaican Lawrence Rowe setti...
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Jamaica Wow COUNTING DOWN TO 50
March 24, 2012
SO began our countdown to Jamaica's 50th anniversary last week, highlighting iconic Jamaican landmarks (Hope Gardens and Hope Zoo), delicacies (Tastee...
Jamaica 50, Lifestyle, Local Lifestyle, ...
Jamaica WOW Counting down to 50
March 17, 2012
As our nation gears up to celebrate its 50th year of Independence this year, SO begins a countdown of 50 things Jamaican. Pigeon Island A day or weeke...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica College
Lauren Campbell 
March 12, 2012
JAMAICA College was initially founded in 1789 by Charles Drax in St Ann. It was given the name Drax Free School, which was then changed to Jamaica Fre...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1970
SHARLENE HENDRICKS 
March 12, 2012
1. On January 21, Edward Seaga opened the Cross Harbour Highway by officially travelling across it on a tour of the area. 2. On February 23, the Donal...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Two Sisters Cave
Michael Thompson 
March 5, 2012
JUST 14 miles from Jamaica's capital city Kingston, lies a beautiful hillside attraction known as Two Sisters Cave. Believed to be some 200,000 years ...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1969
Kristen Laing 
March 5, 2012
1. February: The Jamaica Stock Exchange is officially opened and transactions begin. 2. February: Norman Washington Manley steps down as the leader of...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Green Grotto Caves Natural Beauty
Michael Thompson 
February 27, 2012
LOCATED in the Garden Parish of St Ann, Green Grotto Caves is believed to be the site of the earliest Taino settlement in Jamaica. It is listed as one...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Jamaica 1968
Compiled by Sharlene Hendricks 
February 27, 2012
1. In 1968, the then JLP Minister of Development and Welfare, Edward Seaga, in a presentation to Parliament, sought to institutionalise festival proce...
Jamaica 50, Teenage
Devon House
Michael Thompson 
February 20, 2012
LOCATED in Kingston Jamaica, Devon House is one of Jamaica's most celebrated landmarks on the Island for centuries. Built in the 19th century, the Man...
Jamaica 50, News
Sagicor Group honours Jamaica 50
February 7, 2012
SAGICOR Life Jamaica and Pan Caribbean Financial Services used their annual staff motivational meeting this year to recognise Jamaica's 50th year of p...
Jamaica 50, News
Greetings
January 29, 2012
Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller shakes hand with Dr John Sentamu, Archbishop of York, during yesterday's Jamaica 50 ecumenical service at the Web...

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