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Caribbean-American congresswoman leads letter urging exemption from US$100k fee for H-1B visas
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Caribbean-American congresswoman leads letter urging exemption from US$100k fee for H-1B visas
February 12 06:37 PM
NEW YORK, United States (CMC) — Caribbean-American Democratic Congresswoman Yvette  Clarke has collaborated with New York Congressman Michael Lawler i...
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Dunbeholden hold Arnett to draw in JPL
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Dunbeholden hold Arnett to draw in JPL
February 12 06:32 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Arnett Gardens moved up three places to fifth in the points table despite playing out a 1-1 draw with Dunbeholden FC in their resc...
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Annual withdrawals of $11.4 billion from NHT to continue – Williams
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Annual withdrawals of $11.4 billion from NHT to continue – Williams
February 12 06:31 PM
Government will continue the annual withdrawal of $11.4 billion from the National Housing Trust (NHT) for budgetary support which has been made more c...
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Nearly $30b in new taxes on sweetened beverages, cigarettes, pure alcohol and tourism activities
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Nearly $30b in new taxes on sweetened beverages, cigarettes, pure alcohol and tourism activities
February 12 06:22 PM
With its revenues severely imperiled by Hurricane Melissa, the Government is looking to raise $29.4 billion in new taxes in the 2026-2027 fiscal year....
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Former Arsenal player Partey faces two more rape charges
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Former Arsenal player Partey faces two more rape charges
February 12 06:13 PM
LONDON, United Kingdom -- Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has been charged with two further counts of rape. The 32-year-old, who now plays for...
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PATH recognised among regional best practices in fight to eliminate child labour
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PATH recognised among regional best practices in fight to eliminate child labour
Dana Malcolm | Observer Online Reporter | Malcolmd@jamaicaobserver.com 
February 12 05:53 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica -Jamaica's Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) has been lauded as a regional best practice in child labour ...
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Throne Speech: Gov’t to ensure peace dividends are felt across the society – GG
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Throne Speech: Gov’t to ensure peace dividends are felt across the society – GG
February 12 05:23 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In a bid to maintain the gains made by the security forces in reducing crime, particulalry murders, the Ministry of National Secur...
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Forex: $158.92 to one US dollar
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Forex: $158.92 to one US dollar
February 12 05:09 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Thursday, February 12, ended at $157.92, up 91 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily ex...
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Caricom praises contributions of Trinidad and Tobago on 63rd independence anniversary
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Caricom praises contributions of Trinidad and Tobago on 63rd independence anniversary
August 31, 2025
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) – Caribbean Community (Caricom) Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett, has praised the cultural, economic and regional contribu...
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US commends Jamaica’s efforts to reduce violent crime in Independence Day message
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US commends Jamaica’s efforts to reduce violent crime in Independence Day message
August 7, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) — The United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in a message congratulating the Government and people of Jama...
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WATCH: Port Antonio Independence Day parade underway
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WATCH: Port Antonio Independence Day parade underway
August 6, 2025
PORTLAND, Jamaica — The Independence Day parade in Port Antonio Square, Portland is currently underway. In attendance are Portland Western and Eastern...
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Holness, Golding deliver contrasting Independence Day messages ahead of election
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Holness, Golding deliver contrasting Independence Day messages ahead of election
August 6, 2025
While signaling that Jamaicans will soon head to the polls to elect their next government, Prime Minister Andrew Holness and Opposition Leader Mark Go...
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US wishes Jamaica a happy Independence Day
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US wishes Jamaica a happy Independence Day
August 6, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States — The United States’ Secretary of State Marco Rubio is sending well wishes to Jamaicans as the country celebrates Independen...
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Beres Hammond, Leroy Sibbles and Capleton to be honoured at Grand Gala
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Beres Hammond, Leroy Sibbles and Capleton to be honoured at Grand Gala
August 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Reggae stalwarts Beres Hammond, Leroy Sibbles and Capleton will be honoured during the Grand Gala celebrations on Wednesday, Augus...
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Jamaicans encouraged to join celebrations for Emancipation and Independence
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Jamaicans encouraged to join celebrations for Emancipation and Independence
July 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica -  Jamaicans are being encouraged to take part in this year’s vibrant lineup of national Emancipation and Independence events. Speak...
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‘Bounce Out’ Family Funday expected to thrill
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‘Bounce Out’ Family Funday expected to thrill
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer 
July 23, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Families from all over the island are being encouraged to indulge in a day full of activities on Independence Day at the “Bounce O...
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Arguments made for and against PSOJ Emancipendence proposal
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Arguments made for and against PSOJ Emancipendence proposal
Some public commentators say it would boost Jamaica’s culture, others say it would be an ugly history repeat
VANESSA JAMES, Observer Online reporter, jamesv@jamaicaobserver.com 
November 17, 2024
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica’s (PSOJ) proposal to amalgamate Emancipation Day and Independence Day public holidays into a four-day weeke...
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PSOJ seeks to clarify position on Emancipation and Independence Day holidays
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PSOJ seeks to clarify position on Emancipation and Independence Day holidays
October 3, 2024
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) has sought to clarify its position on the Emancipation Day and Independence Day public holidays foll...
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US Antony Blinken send best wishes as Jamaica celebrates Independence Day
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US Antony Blinken send best wishes as Jamaica celebrates Independence Day
August 6, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica— United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken wished happiness and success to Jamaicans as the country celebrates its 62nd year o...
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With its revenues severely imperiled by Hurricane Melissa, the Government is looking to raise $29.4 billion in new taxes in the 2026-2027 fiscal year....
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Former Arsenal player Partey faces two more rape charges
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