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PAHO director warns of ‘escalating surge’ of dengue and other diseases
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PAHO director warns of ‘escalating surge’ of dengue and other diseases
April 9 07:06 AM
LYON, France (CMC) — The director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr Jarbas Barbosa, says the escalating surge of dengue and other arb...
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MP to return before ethics committee as scrutiny deepens over accuracy of statements made in closed-door meeting
Jerome Williams | Reporter 
April 9 12:20 AM
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‘JTA not making up stories’
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‘JTA not making up stories’
NPTAJ says it also heard reports of inappropriate behaviour from hurricane shelterees
Anthony Lewis | Observer Writer 
April 9 12:18 AM
‘JTA not making up stories’
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Malie Donn closes Vacae Weekend with electrifying performance
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Malie Donn closes Vacae Weekend with electrifying performance
April 9 12:16 AM
Malie Donn closes Vacae Weekend with electrifying performance
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Blue dynasty
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Blue dynasty
JC head coach planning to retain Boys’ Champs title for years to come after 2026 triumph
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
April 9 12:12 AM
Johnson looking to build on Champs legacy at JC
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Cocktail Hour @ D’ New Nostalgia Restaurant Day Club
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Cocktail Hour @ D’ New Nostalgia Restaurant Day Club
April 9 12:10 AM
In a city that never runs short on vibe or style, D’ New Nostalgia Restaurant Day Club is carving out its own lane — one defined by elevated leisure, ...
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US-Iran truce hangs in balance as war flares in Lebanon
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US-Iran truce hangs in balance as war flares in Lebanon
April 9 12:08 AM
US-Iran truce hangs in balance as war flares in Lebanon
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Brilliant Hope levels ODI series for Windies
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DHAKA, Bangladesh (AFP) — Shai Hope smashed a brilliant century as West Indies edged Bangladesh by four wickets in the second one-day international to...
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Trinidad police probing matter involving disclosure of PM’s phone number
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PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is investigating “a specific matter” involving someone who has contacted...
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O-Wrap: JLP wants Paulwell’s resignation… Parliament shut down… PNP rejects Petrojam forensic audit
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O-Wrap: JLP wants Paulwell’s resignation… Parliament shut down… PNP rejects Petrojam forensic audit
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In case you missed it, here are OBSERVER ONLINE's top 10 stories for today: 1. JLP calls for Paulwell's resignation The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) is ...
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Mandela Highway pipeline break affecting water supply along Washington Blvd
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Mandela Highway pipeline break affecting water supply along Washington Blvd
December 11, 2018
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Forex: J$128.66 to one US dollar
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Forex: J$128.66 to one US dollar
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Tuesday, December 11 ended trading at J$128.66 up by 28 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica's daily foreign ex...
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PNP attempts to circumvent the Parliamentary process by holding illegal PAC meeting, says JLP
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ONLINE READERS COMMENT:  Jamaica’s police force dysfunctional and unprofessional
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December 11, 2018
Dear Editor, I have accepted, with no intent to revert to any previous hopeful thought, that the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is a dysfunctional o...
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Medical technologists back at work after industrial action
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Medical technologists employed at Victoria Jubilee and Kingston Public hospitals are back on the job following an emergency concil...
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PNP mourns Ambassador Frank Pringle
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JLP calls for Paulwell’s resignation
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KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) is calling for the resignation of Opposition Spokesman on Energy Phillip Paulwell in light of his i...
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Gov’t committed to protecting human rights, says foreign affairs minister
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Gov’t committed to protecting human rights, says foreign affairs minister
December 11, 2018
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith, says the Government remains committed to protecting the human...
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Miss Universe Ja Emily Maddison showcases Olympic-inspired costume
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica's Emily Maddison stood out in an Olympic-inspired piece in the national costume competition of the 67th Miss Universe Page...
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Barbados Tridents owner up for extradition, court rules
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LONDON, United Kingdom (CMC) — Exiled Indian business magnate, Dr Vijay Mallya could face fraud charges in his homeland after a court in London on Mon...
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Prayer for the day
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Heavenly Father, look upon our community of faith which is the Church of your Son, Jesus Christ. Help us to witness to his love by loving all our fell...
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Region urged to prepare for ‘big’ quake
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PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — The head of the seismic Research centre (SRC) at the St Augustine campus of the University of the West Indies (UWI), D...
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British PM delays crucial Brexit vote
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LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — British Prime Minister Theresa May on Monday postponed a parliamentary vote on her Brexit deal to avoid a crushing defe...
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Russia deploys two bombers to Venezuela for exercises
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CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP) — Two Russian long-range strategic bombers landed in Venezuela Monday for what the government said were air force exercises a...
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JATOO considers passage of new Road Traffic Act a betrayal to PPV owners
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JATOO considers passage of new Road Traffic Act a betrayal to PPV owners
December 10, 2018
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Association of Transport Owners and Operators (JATOO) says it considers the passage of the new Road Traffic Act in the...
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Grange congratulates Kadijah Robinson on top five finish in Miss World competition
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Grange congratulates Kadijah Robinson on top five finish in Miss World competition
December 10, 2018
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Culture, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, has congratulated Kadijah Robinson, Jamaica's representative to the M...
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Forex: J$128.38 to one US dollar
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Forex: J$128.38 to one US dollar
December 10, 2018
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Monday, December 10 ended trading at J$128.38 up by 14 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica's daily foreign exc...
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Pesticide suppliers must comply with labelling regulations – BSJ
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Pesticide suppliers must comply with labelling regulations – BSJ
December 10, 2018
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Executive Director of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), Stephen Wedderburn, is calling on suppliers of pesticides to comply w...
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Commuters bemoan traffic changes at Portmore toll/ Marcus Garvey Drive intersection
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Commuters have dubbed as "foolishness" the new traffic changes that have been implemented by the National Works Agency (NWA) at th...
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