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‘It’s time to go solar’: Businesses urged to switch energy source after JPS increase
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‘It’s time to go solar’: Businesses urged to switch energy source after JPS increase
Vanassa McKenzie, Observer Online reporter, mckenziev@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 18 03:14 PM
With Jamaica Public Service Customers (JPS) customers facing an increase in their electricity bills, businesses are being urged to seriously consider ...
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WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The United States (US) health department on Thursday announced proposed measures that would effectively ban gender-a...
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‘It’s a scam’: Charles Jr warns of fraudulent social media accounts using his image
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Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr is appealing to Jamaicans to be on the alert for individuals using his image and the ministr...
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Employers split on Christmas ‘bonus’ to staff after Melissa
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It is that time of year when many Jamaicans are hoping to receive extra cash on their December salaries in the form of a Christmas gift from employers...
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BVI public servants to receive outstanding increments for Christmas
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TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands (CMC) – British Virgin Islands (BVI) Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says several public servants will receive most of the...
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UNITED NATIONS (CMC) – The United Nations says Jamaica is still struggling to rebuild, 50 days after Hurricane Melissa’s unprecedented destruction. On...
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Road patching begins in Kingston under GO programme
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December 18 11:21 AM
Government has commenced road patching works in Kingston under the GO Road Rehabilitation Programme, targeting priority corridors that require immedia...
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Rise Up Jamaica concert in Germany raises €45,000 for Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts
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Rise Up Jamaica concert in Germany raises €45,000 for Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts
December 18 10:01 AM
COLOGNE, Germany—Music once again proved its power to unite and uplift as the Rise Up Jamaica benefit concert raised €45,000 or approximately J$8.5 mi...
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Alcaraz into Wimbledon last 16 as Sabalenka outlasts Raducanu
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Alcaraz into Wimbledon last 16 as Sabalenka outlasts Raducanu
July 5, 2025
Alcaraz into Wimbledon last 16 as Sabalenka outlasts Raducanu
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Jamaica earns first gold medal at Junior CASA
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Jamaica earns first gold medal at Junior CASA
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Ziadie, McMaster to defend National Shotgun Championships
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USA shock Jamaica in Rising Stars U-19 opener
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USA shock Jamaica in Rising Stars U-19 opener
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USA shock Jamaica in Rising Stars U-19 opener
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Agent Sasco to Headline Independence Day edition of LIVEWIRE at Tracks and Records
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Grange says Jamaica continues to produce world-class live events
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July 5, 2025
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2025 Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards
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Don’t condemn athletes for prioritising welfare
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Don’t condemn athletes for prioritising welfare
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India on top even as Brook hails ‘phenomenal’ England teammate Smith
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Lila Iké finds Romance
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Island Car Rentals accelerates regional expansion
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