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Rough Treasure Football Showcase postponed due to impact of Hurricane Melissa
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Rough Treasure Football Showcase postponed due to impact of Hurricane Melissa
December 4 09:40 PM
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica—The Rough Treasure Football Showcase, scheduled to take place at Treasure Beach and Munro College in St Elizabeth from December ...
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Reetu Gupta donates Ca$105,000 to support Jamaica’s hurricane relief and recovery efforts
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Reetu Gupta donates Ca$105,000 to support Jamaica’s hurricane relief and recovery efforts
December 4 09:07 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Reetu Gupta, chief executive officer (CEO) of The Gupta Group and CEO of the Gupta Family Foundation, has contributed over Ca$105,00...
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Former US President Bill Clinton in Jamaica
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Former US President Bill Clinton in Jamaica
December 4 08:55 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former United States President Bill Clinton is currently in Jamaica. Observer Online understands that Clinton flew over the island...
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JFF announces coaches for age group teams
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JFF announces coaches for age group teams
December 4 08:02 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Former Reggae Boyz captain Rudolph Austin has been promoted to head coach of the Jamaican national Under-20 men’s team, the Jamaica ...
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‘Rebel In Me’ connects Rising Star with reggae legend
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‘Rebel In Me’ connects Rising Star with reggae legend
Howard Campbell Observer senior writer 
December 4 07:41 PM
Observer Online presents the fourth story in ‘Jimmy Cliff: Stories Of A Bongo Man’, in tribute to the reggae legend who died on November 24 at age 81....
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St Elizabeth farmers plough on despite ‘slow pace of assistance’
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St Elizabeth farmers plough on despite ‘slow pace of assistance’
Vanassa McKenzie, Observer Online reporter, mckenziev@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 4 07:32 PM
Despite losing acres of crops to Hurricane Melissa, farmers in St Elizabeth say they are pushing ahead on their own, replanting their fields even as t...
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Strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US military
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Strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US military
December 4 07:24 PM
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—A strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed four people on Thursday, the US milit...
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Forex: $161.20 to one US dollar
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Forex: $161.20 to one US dollar
December 4 07:02 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Thursday, December 4, ended trading at $161.20, down by 6 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica...
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Unsure of how to help? 10 ways to give back Christmas
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Unsure of how to help? 10 ways to give back Christmas
December 4, 2025
Hurricane Melissa has brought great tragedy to our island but it has also taught us the value of community. Many have already sprung into action by do...
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10 items to pack in your Christmas barrel post-Melissa
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10 items to pack in your Christmas barrel post-Melissa
December 3, 2025
For Jamaicans abroad, a Christmas barrel is more than a tradition, it’s a lifeline and reminder that “wi deh yah” for each other, no matter the distan...
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10 ways to volunteer this Christmas to support Jamaicans impacted by Melissa
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10 ways to volunteer this Christmas to support Jamaicans impacted by Melissa
December 2, 2025
As communities across Jamaica continue to pick up the pieces following Hurricane Melissa, the need to give back has never been greater, and what bette...
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Budget-friendly Christmas: 9 ways to prevent overspending this holiday season
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Budget-friendly Christmas: 9 ways to prevent overspending this holiday season
December 1, 2025
Christmas is the season of giving, but with all its associated expenses, it's also a season that can break the bank, especially this year, as many hou...
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Jamaicans share special Christmas family traditions
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Jamaicans share special Christmas family traditions
December 25, 2024
Each family has its unique way of marking Christmas. Whether it’s gathering in the kitchen to prepare and enjoy delicious meals, coming together to ba...
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History of Grand Market: A tradition of festivity, culture, and commerce
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History of Grand Market: A tradition of festivity, culture, and commerce
VANESSA JAMES, Observer Online reporter, jamesv@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 24, 2024
Jamaica’s Christmas season is chock-full of traditions, but the one that many— both young and old— tend to look forward to is Grand Market. Every Dece...
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10 ways to spend Christmas Eve
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10 ways to spend Christmas Eve
December 23, 2024
“It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas,” but not quite yet. Still, Christmas Eve is special in its own way as it’s a time of anticipation and ex...
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J’cans abroad share what they miss about Christmas at ‘Yaad’
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J’cans abroad share what they miss about Christmas at ‘Yaad’
December 22, 2024
Marked by music, food, family, and an undeniable festive spirit, Christmas is a season that can be cherished anywhere in the world. Whether you're cel...
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Not cooking this Christmas? Here’s what to do
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Not cooking this Christmas? Here’s what to do
December 20, 2024
The Christmas season can be one full of pressure and demands, all of which a busy Jamaican may not be able to meet. One of the major demands of the ho...
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A vegan Christmas feast: Transforming traditions
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A vegan Christmas feast: Transforming traditions
December 20, 2024
Once upon a time, in a city buzzing with holiday cheer, a young woman decided to embark on a new and exciting journey for Christmas. Known for her lov...
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11 must-haves for your Jamaican Christmas dinner
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11 must-haves for your Jamaican Christmas dinner
December 18, 2024
Tis’ the season when arguably most diets are put on pause and individuals indulge in every delectable delight. Still, there are a few items that are a...
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What NOT to do at the office Christmas party
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What NOT to do at the office Christmas party
December 17, 2024
There is a fine line between festive and a fast-track to unemployment. Just ask any poor bloke who is worried about what could transpire at those work...
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10 sorrel products to try this Christmas
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10 sorrel products to try this Christmas
December 16, 2024
Homemade sorrel drink is a Jamaican tradition but these 10 products are showing up the versatility of our favourite Christmas plant. Sorrel pancake sy...
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PIXIE NIGHTMARES: Jamaicans share horror stories of gift exchange tradition
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PIXIE NIGHTMARES: Jamaicans share horror stories of gift exchange tradition
December 15, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The usually whimsical and exciting office holiday pixie exchange can be a source of trauma for some people who have not had the be...
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Our eight favourite traditional Christmas carols… and what’s behind them
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Our eight favourite traditional Christmas carols… and what’s behind them
December 15, 2024
There are many different aspects of Christmas that make the season wonderful: family, food, gifts, parties, decorations et al. But the most special pa...
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WATCH: What’s in your Christmas barrel?
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WATCH: What’s in your Christmas barrel?
December 13, 2024
Christmas is the season for giving and receiving. For many Jamaicans in the diaspora that means sending gifts to their loved ones back home, often in ...
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10 ways to give back this Christmas
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10 ways to give back this Christmas
December 12, 2024
Christmas is a time of giving, not just to our loved ones but to the needy and vulnerable as well. Here are 10 ways you can make an impact and brighte...
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Country Christmas traditions from back in the day
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Country Christmas traditions from back in the day
December 11, 2024
Looking at Christmas traditions nowadays, it is more difficult to distinguish between those that are from the rural areas of Jamaica versus those that...
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10 dos and don’ts this Christmas
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10 dos and don’ts this Christmas
December 9, 2024
Christmas is the “most wonderful time of the year” but, amid the excitement, there are many pitfalls during the season that one must be mindful to avo...
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10 Christmas traditions we’d love to see come back
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10 Christmas traditions we’d love to see come back
December 8, 2024
There are several things that are synonymous with the Christmas season in Jamaica. Sipping sorrel, savouring delicious homemade fruitcake, and revelli...
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Think about these destinations for a Christmas getaway
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Think about these destinations for a Christmas getaway
December 6, 2024
Home is where the heart is, but with over 160 countries celebrating Christmas, it’s a perfect opportunity to pack up your loved ones for a new experie...
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10 movies to watch this Christmas
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10 movies to watch this Christmas
December 5, 2024
‘Tis the season for endless movie marathons. Whether you're spending the holidays solo or planning a movie night with friends, a good movie is always ...
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Rough Treasure Football Showcase postponed due to impact of Hurricane Melissa
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ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica—The Rough Treasure Football Showcase, scheduled to take place at Treasure Beach and Munro College in St Elizabeth from December ...
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Reetu Gupta donates Ca$105,000 to support Jamaica’s hurricane relief and recovery efforts
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Reetu Gupta donates Ca$105,000 to support Jamaica’s hurricane relief and recovery efforts
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KINGSTON, Jamaica—Reetu Gupta, chief executive officer (CEO) of The Gupta Group and CEO of the Gupta Family Foundation, has contributed over Ca$105,00...
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Former US President Bill Clinton in Jamaica
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Former US President Bill Clinton in Jamaica
December 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former United States President Bill Clinton is currently in Jamaica. Observer Online understands that Clinton flew over the island...
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JFF announces coaches for age group teams
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JFF announces coaches for age group teams
December 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Former Reggae Boyz captain Rudolph Austin has been promoted to head coach of the Jamaican national Under-20 men’s team, the Jamaica ...
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‘Rebel In Me’ connects Rising Star with reggae legend
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‘Rebel In Me’ connects Rising Star with reggae legend
Howard Campbell Observer senior writer 
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Observer Online presents the fourth story in ‘Jimmy Cliff: Stories Of A Bongo Man’, in tribute to the reggae legend who died on November 24 at age 81....
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