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Cop shooting rage
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Cop shooting rage
Granville residents say woman killed was ‘terrible, but no criminal’
May 19, 2026
Cop shooting rage
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Not red tape
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Not red tape
PNP rejects claims that bureaucracy slowed Hurricane Melissa spending; says billions were never properly committed
Jerome Williams | Reporter 
May 19, 2026
Not red tape
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Bye, my love
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Bye, my love
Ernie Smith’s widow givesemotive farewell at Florida funeral
BY HOWARD CAMPBELL Observer senior writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 19, 2026
Bye, my love
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Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
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Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
May 19, 2026
Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
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UP IN THE AIR
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UP IN THE AIR
Reggae Girl Shaw wants to stay at champions Man City but future remains unclear
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 19, 2026
‘Bunny’ Shaw wants to stay at WSL champions Man City but future unclear
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Private Mother-Daughter Rituals
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Private Mother-Daughter Rituals
May 19, 2026
Private Mother-Daughter Rituals
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Parliament says IC reports are being addressed in accordance with internal processes
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Parliament says IC reports are being addressed in accordance with internal processes
May 18, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Confirming receipt of five reports from the Integrity Commission, Parliament said they are being addressed in accordance with its ...
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Umbrella Group of Churches condemns ‘desecration’ of woman’s body by cops, calls for body-worn cameras,
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Umbrella Group of Churches condemns ‘desecration’ of woman’s body by cops, calls for body-worn cameras,
May 18, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Umbrella Groups of Churches (JUGC) is decrying what it says is the shameful treatment of the body of Latoya Bulgin by ...
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Strike action possible at NWA, says union
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Strike action possible at NWA, says union
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —  The Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA) is advising the public that workers at the National Works Agency (NWA) have indicate...
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Grange encourages Jamaicans to participate in Labour Day activities
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Grange encourages Jamaicans to participate in Labour Day activities
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, is encouraging Jamaicans across the island to participate in ...
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‘Grammy Certificate Ceremony’ returns to Jamaica with new name and format
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‘Grammy Certificate Ceremony’ returns to Jamaica with new name and format
May 19, 2026
When Kennedy Mensah returns to Jamaica in September for his third awards ceremony, the event will have a different name, change in venue and format. O...
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Beenie Man rejects assault claims, threatens legal action
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Beenie Man rejects assault claims, threatens legal action
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Recording artiste Beenie Man is rubbishing recent allegations that he assaulted another artiste, describing them as false, malicio...
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Training for domestic workers under ‘landmark’ MoU – Charles Jr
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Training for domestic workers under ‘landmark’ MoU – Charles Jr
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has signed what is being described as a “landmark memorandum of understanding” with the ...
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Guardiola swerves Man City exit talk as title hopes end
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Guardiola swerves Man City exit talk as title hopes end
May 19, 2026
BOURNEMOUTH United Kingdom (AFP) -- Pep Guardiola said he would speak to Manchester City's hierarchy over his future after a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth e...
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21-year-old slapped with murder charges
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21-year-old slapped with murder charges
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder, possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition, and usin...
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Reggae Jammin Mathematics Marathon delivers confidence boost before exams
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Reggae Jammin Mathematics Marathon delivers confidence boost before exams
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — More than 90 high school students gathered at The University of the West Indies recently to participate in the Reggae Jammin Mathe...
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Miss Universe Jamaica makes first public appearance since fall in Thailand
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Miss Universe Jamaica makes first public appearance since fall in Thailand
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Dr Gabrielle Henry has made her first public appearance after suffering a fall from the stage during th...
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WATCH: KSAMC conducts clean up activities on Heywood Street
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WATCH: KSAMC conducts clean up activities on Heywood Street
May 19, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) conducted a major clean-up operation on Heywood Street on Sunday clearing...
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Clarendon NW residents protest over bad roads
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Clarendon NW residents protest over bad roads
May 19, 2026
CLARENDON, Jamaica — Residents of Sunbury district near Spalding, Clarendon, have mounted a roadblock for a second consecutive day in protest over dep...
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US to let DR Congo team in for World Cup despite Ebola restrictions
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US to let DR Congo team in for World Cup despite Ebola restrictions
May 19, 2026
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) —The United States (US) will ensure that the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) team are able to travel to play in t...
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Jamaicans register wins at NJCAA Champs
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Jamaicans register wins at NJCAA Champs
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 19, 2026
A number of Jamaicans were among the winners at last weekend’s National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA) Outdoor Track and Field Champions...
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Arsenal win Premier League after Manchester City draw at Bournemouth
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Arsenal win Premier League after Manchester City draw at Bournemouth
May 19, 2026
Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth. Pep Guardiola's...
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Elite Cup helping to shape future of Jamaican football, says coach
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Elite Cup helping to shape future of Jamaican football, says coach
BY BRIAN PITTER, Observer Reporter, Pitterb@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 19, 2026
Despite his team falling short in the final of this year’s KFC U18 Elite Cup, Eric Rademakers believes the competition has already accomplished someth...
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Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
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Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
May 19, 2026
Portmore United call for VAR after controversial loss to Mount Pleasant
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Satellite internet provider Starlink has increased the monthly price of its residential internet service in Jamaica to $7,450 from...
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