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Governor General calls for honest reflection in 2026 New Year’s message
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Governor General calls for honest reflection in 2026 New Year’s message
January 1 01:04 PM
Governor General Sir Patrick Allen is calling on Jamaicans to reflect honestly on 2025 and move forward with hope in 2026. In a message to the public ...
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Golding says Opposition will champion transparency, accountability in 2026
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Golding says Opposition will champion transparency, accountability in 2026
January 1 11:52 AM
Reflecting on the challenges of the past year, Opposition Leader Mark Golding is urging Jamaicans to live with kindness while promising that the Peopl...
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
January 1 11:37 AM
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Zohran Mamdani, the young star of the United States (US) left, started his first day as New York mayor on Thursday for...
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In New Year’s message, PM reflects on overcoming challenges while staring down crises
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In New Year’s message, PM reflects on overcoming challenges while staring down crises
January 1 11:01 AM
In his New Year's message on Thursday, Prime Minister Andrew Holness reflected anew on the challenges he has navigated with Jamaica during his leaders...
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Manchester communities to go under curfew
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Manchester communities to go under curfew
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MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A 48-hour curfew will be imposed in sections of Manchester, effective from 6:20 pm on Thursday, January 1, 2026, to 6:20 pm on S...
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Residents protest New Year’s killing in Granville
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Residents protest New Year’s killing in Granville
January 1 10:37 AM
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Residents took to the streets on New Year’s Day in Granville, St James, following what they said was the killing of three individu...
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Child among 3 killed in alleged confrontation with security forces in St James
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Child among 3 killed in alleged confrontation with security forces in St James
January 1 10:05 AM
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Three individuals, including a child, are reportedly dead following an incident involving the security forces in Granville, St Jam...
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‘Several dozen’ presumed dead after fire at ski resort New Year party
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‘Several dozen’ presumed dead after fire at ski resort New Year party
January 1 09:10 AM
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AFP) — Several dozen people are presumed dead and around 100 injured after a fire ripped through a crowded bar in the luxu...
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High hopes for Jamaica Pork, Rum, and Soca Festival
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High hopes for Jamaica Pork, Rum, and Soca Festival
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Arbre for Protective Skincare
February 27, 2023
What do Jamaican Kristina Knox and Canadian Stephanie Tien have in common? Firstly, both are passionate scientists, researchers and grad students. Sec...
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Post-Wedding Blues
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February 27, 2023
You've exchanged the requisite vows, cut and enjoyed the wedding cake, perfectly executed your first dance as a newly-wed, thanked the guests and enjo...
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Vows: On Cloud Nine
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February 27, 2023
In what they describe as destiny for two stranded travellers, Oji Jaja, CEO of Jaja Culinary Service, and Terry-Ann Campbell, executive assistant to t...
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Itsy Bitsy Denim
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February 20, 2023
It's never a question of if one should wear denim, but rather how it should be worn. And for Spring/Summer 2023, mini skirts are denim lovers' latest ...
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Bumble Beauty for sensitive skin
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Bumble Beauty for sensitive skin
February 20, 2023
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Vows: The Gift of Love
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Vows: The Gift of Love
February 20, 2023
You’ve asked and we’ve answered! Welcome to your weekly column ‘Planning Your Happily Ever After’ with wedding consultant Shikima Hinds. It’s become c...
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When Two Hearts  Became One
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February 20, 2023
"No amount of time or distance can break apart two hearts destined to be together. " — Yumika Harris On Saturday, January 7, three years after the pro...
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To Love & To Cherish
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To Love & To Cherish
February 13, 2023
With the fervour of holiday festivities behind us, it's all about Valentine's Day. And 2023 is all about serving lewks, crushing hearts, and turnin' n...
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Win hearts w/ Kend0ll’s make-up look
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Win hearts w/ Kend0ll’s make-up look
February 13, 2023
Reservations at your fave restaurant? Check. Swoon-worthy outfit? Check. A few spritzes of your fave fragrance? Check, check, and check. Now, all you ...
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Vows: The Bonds Of Love
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Vows: The Bonds Of Love
February 13, 2023
There's nothing quite like a happy ending! Just ask Candlebyshan CEO Shanique Graham and Petrojam Process Technician Jahmoy Bruce whose path to the al...
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Fall in Love w/Bijoux Fragrances
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Fall in Love w/Bijoux Fragrances
February 6, 2023
What better way to get in the Valentine's mood than with lots of swoon-worthy fragrances in beautiful bottles? Bijoux, Jamaica's oldest and most estab...
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Vows: Floating into Love
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Vows: Floating into Love
February 6, 2023
Saturday, November 19, 2022, will forever be etched in the memories of Akim Wallace and Kerry-Ann Fagan, who pledged everlasting love in a heartfelt c...
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Love-Themed Wedding
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Love-Themed Wedding
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February 6, 2023
We can't think of anything more romantic than saying "I do" in the month of love. Every year, February is filled with fresh flowers, chocolates, heart...
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Grab The Girls!
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Grab The Girls!
February 6, 2023
Sure, the 14th is known for roses and romance, but the day before is a celebration of female friendships. Galentine's Day — made famous by Amy Poehler...
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Magenta lippies we love
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January 30, 2023
Valentine's Day is approaching! No matter how you plan to spend the day — date night with your significant other, Galentine's brunch with the besties,...
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All You Need Is Love…And A Few Gifts!
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All You Need Is Love…And A Few Gifts!
January 30, 2023
Desire is not always practical, or predictable for that matter. Why, then, should a gift from the heart be? If your love language is giving gifts blow...
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Vows: A Culture of Love
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Vows: A Culture of Love
January 30, 2023
There were several setbacks but love always wins, and it certainly did for Tafari Hendricks and Breanna Moetului who exchanged wedding vows on October...
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Taking Control of Your RSVP Timeline
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January 30, 2023
Your friends or loved ones request your attendance on their special day. As you scan the invitation, one part leaps out: The RSVP! As a wedding planne...
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The Cloth For Island Magnolia
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January 23, 2023
Trinidad's much-adored label, The Cloth, has found a home at Island Magnolia, Harmony Hall, in a match made in style heaven. Claiming space as one of ...
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The Butter Shop
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The Butter Shop
January 23, 2023
For 2023, smooth, silky, hydrated skin is what we're after. And if your favourite lotion can't deliver, it may be time to try a richer formula. Enter:...
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Golding says Opposition will champion transparency, accountability in 2026
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
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NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Zohran Mamdani, the young star of the United States (US) left, started his first day as New York mayor on Thursday for...
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Manchester communities to go under curfew
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