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UN says Guinea election campaign marked by ‘intimidation’
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UN says Guinea election campaign marked by ‘intimidation’
December 26 09:11 AM
GENEVA, Switzerland — The United Nations (UN) said the presidential election race in Guinea had been marked by intimidation, and urged authorities to ...
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NORBROOK’S PANAMANIAN PLAY
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NORBROOK’S PANAMANIAN PLAY
Jamaican-backed firm bets US$15m on KFC growth
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26 12:12 AM
Platinum Brands investing US$15 million in new Panamanian KFCs
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No stopping Money Market in Boxing Day Sprint
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No stopping Money Market in Boxing Day Sprint
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26 12:12 AM
No stopping
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Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
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Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26 12:10 AM
Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
December 26 12:10 AM
Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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Audi Q2: Still the fun one
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Audi Q2: Still the fun one
BY RORY DALEY Auto writer 
December 26 12:10 AM
Audi Q2: Still the fun one
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Salute The Don poised for a winning run in Wayne daCosta Jamaica Two-Year-Old Stakes
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Salute The Don poised for a winning run in Wayne daCosta Jamaica Two-Year-Old Stakes
...stablemates Tia Maria, Fernando are the main threats
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26 12:08 AM
Salute The Don
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Temporary charitable status opens relief window
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Temporary charitable status opens relief window
December 26 12:08 AM
Temporary charitable status opens relief window
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Spice celebrates Jamaican-themed Christmas in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa
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Spice celebrates Jamaican-themed Christmas in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa
December 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Dancehall artiste Spice is standing in solidarity with her fellow Jamaicans in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, dedicating her Ch...
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Complex Ricki wants to ‘Make a Change’
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Complex Ricki wants to ‘Make a Change’
December 25, 2025
Fusion reggae artiste Complex Ricki is generating a major buzz on the streets with her latest ambitious single, Make a Change , dedicated to the survi...
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Prime Minister urges hope, resilience in Christmas message amid hurricane recovery
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Prime Minister urges hope, resilience in Christmas message amid hurricane recovery
December 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has urged Jamaicans to hold on to hope and unity as the country recovers from the effects of Hurr...
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Holness thanks China for support after Hurricane Melissa
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Holness thanks China for support after Hurricane Melissa
December 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica —Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, has expressed gratitude to the Government of the People’s Republic of China for its unwavering supp...
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14 notable Jamaicans join calls for sustained Melissa recovery efforts in PSA
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14 notable Jamaicans join calls for sustained Melissa recovery efforts in PSA
December 23, 2025
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, there is a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) aimed at reinforcing sustained effort for Jamaica’s recovery in the...
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WPM Waste Management focusing on restoring regular collection in Westmoreland
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WPM Waste Management focusing on restoring regular collection in Westmoreland
December 22, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Regional Operations Manager of WPM Waste Management Ltd, Dramaine Jones, says the company’s operations remain firmly focused on re...
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Jamaica records 70,000 arrivals in first seven days of winter tourist season
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Jamaica records 70,000 arrivals in first seven days of winter tourist season
December 22, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Tourism says Jamaica’s winter tourist season has opened on a strong note of recovery, recording over 70,000 visito...
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Jamaica leveraging international partnerships in rebuilding effort
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Jamaica leveraging international partnerships in rebuilding effort
December 22, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Matthew Samuda,  says Jamaica is leveraging its international partnerships and ...
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UWI professor urges support for rural schools damaged by Melissa
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UWI professor urges support for rural schools damaged by Melissa
December 22, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — After Hurricane Melissa left it roofless and flooded, Chester Castle Basic and Primary School is beginning to recover with a grant...
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Melissa-ravaged Treasure Beach ambush Portmore in JPL return
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Melissa-ravaged Treasure Beach ambush Portmore in JPL return
December 21, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica – Treasure Beach made a winning return to action in the Jamaica Premier League on Sunday, ambushing Portmore United 2-0 at the S...
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JCF brings Christmas village to Hanover community
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JCF brings Christmas village to Hanover community
December 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Cold Spring, Hanover, came alive with laughter, colour, and community spirit on Thursday, December 18, as the Jamaica Constabulary F...
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Rickey Teetz ready for ‘High Flight’
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Rickey Teetz ready for ‘High Flight’
December 20, 2025
Dancehall artiste Rickey Teetz is getting ready to release his upcoming single High Flight which is creating a buzz in the streets. He leaked an audio...
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St Catherine circuit court matters being heard in Kingston
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St Catherine circuit court matters being heard in Kingston
December 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Court Administration Division (CAD) has relocated all St Catherine circuit court matters to Kingston due to damage caused by Hur...
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Independence Foreign Song organiser to host Melissathon on Dec 21
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Independence Foreign Song organiser to host Melissathon on Dec 21
December 20, 2025
Melissathon, a “musical marathon” to raise funds for victims of Hurricane Melissa, takes place on December 21. The virtual event will be hosted by Dr ...
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Project STAR, UNDP launch ‘Cash for Work’ initiative in Savanna-la-Mar and Salt Spring
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Project STAR, UNDP launch ‘Cash for Work’ initiative in Savanna-la-Mar and Salt Spring
December 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Project STAR has launched a Cash for Care & Work Initiative, implemented in partnership with the United Nations Development Progra...
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After Hurricane Melissa, TuffHeart is hoping for a better Jamaica
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After Hurricane Melissa, TuffHeart is hoping for a better Jamaica
KEVIN JACKSON, Observer writer 
December 20, 2025
Recording artiste TuffHeart is hoping for a better 2026, this after the country experienced setbacks due to the devastating impact of Hurricane Meliss...
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Inner Circle launches ‘Stay Strong Jamaica’ to support hurricane relief
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Inner Circle launches ‘Stay Strong Jamaica’ to support hurricane relief
December 19, 2025
MIAMI, FL — Jamaica’s hurricane relief efforts took centerstage at the official launch of reggae band Inner Circle’s latest single, Stay Strong Jamaic...
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WATCH: Zoo giving ‘hope’ to displaced Melissa animals
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WATCH: Zoo giving ‘hope’ to displaced Melissa animals
DANA MALCOLM, Observer Online reporter, malcolmd@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 19, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Parrots, hawks, owls, crocodiles, snakes and other animals displaced by Hurricane Melissa have found a home at the Hope Zoo Preser...
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KFC Black River resumes full operation to communities
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KFC Black River resumes full operation to communities
December 19, 2025
Seven weeks after the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, particularly in the south-western section of the island, KFC operator Restaurants of Ja...
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CARILEC mobilises regional support to boost JPS power restoration efforts
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CARILEC mobilises regional support to boost JPS power restoration efforts
December 19, 2025
Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) says it has received vital support from the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) through tha...
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Boom Energy Drink backs Boom Boom’s birthday relief drive for Hurricane Melissa victims
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Boom Energy Drink backs Boom Boom’s birthday relief drive for Hurricane Melissa victims
December 18, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Popular selector Marlon “Boom Boom” Wizard turned his birthday celebration into a relief effort for several communities affected b...
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JCPD continues to support persons with disabilities impacted by hurricane
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JCPD continues to support persons with disabilities impacted by hurricane
December 18, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As the country observes the Christmas season, the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD) is reassuring that they wil...
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UN says Guinea election campaign marked by ‘intimidation’
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UN says Guinea election campaign marked by ‘intimidation’
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No stopping Money Market in Boxing Day Sprint
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No stopping Money Market in Boxing Day Sprint
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26, 2025
No stopping
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NORBROOK’S PANAMANIAN PLAY
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Jamaican-backed firm bets US$15m on KFC growth
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December 26, 2025
Platinum Brands investing US$15 million in new Panamanian KFCs
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Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
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Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
BY RUDDY ALLEN Staff reporter ruddya@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 26, 2025
Watson poised to break Charlton’s record of most wins in a single racing season
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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