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24 Oct, 2026
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Jamaican-Canadian supercentenarian remembered with fondness
TORONTO: The family of Jamaican-Canadian Isnet May Oldfield, 110, affectionately known as ‘Gweenie’ and ‘Mama’ is remembering her life as one “filled with courage, faith, generosity, family, and an…
23 Oct, 2026
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Gunmen open fire at church during funeral in Jordan, killing seven and wounding 40
JERUSALEM (AP) — Gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a church in Jordan on Friday, killing seven people and wounding 40 others, authorities said. The shooting took place at a Greek Orthodox church…
23 Oct, 2026
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PAHO urges Caribbean to prepare for dengue, chikungunya rise
WASHINGTON, CMC – The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) is urging Caribbean countries to strengthen disease surveillance and prepare health services for possible increases in dengue and…
23 Oct, 2026
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Large boulder impacting traffic in Bog Walk Gorge, NWA cautions motorists
The National Works Agency (NWA) is warning the public against using the Bog Walk Gorge in St Catherine amid the risk of further rockfalls, as a large boulder is now affecting the corridor. Sections…
23 Oct, 2026
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Fitz-Henley calls Robinson's criticism of public sector travel ban misguided
State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, Abka Fitz-Henley, has hit back at criticism levelled against the Government by Opposition Spokesman on Finance Julian Robinson over a ban on all…
23 Oct, 2026
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November 13 case management hearing for man accused of killing 80-year-old St Catherine mother
A case management hearing is to be held on November 13 for the man accused of the murder of his 80-year-old mother, whose decomposing body was found inside their home in Cheesefield district, St…
23 Oct, 2026
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Flu vaccine available for free at health centres islandwide - Health Ministry
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is advising the public that the influenza (flu) vaccine is now available free of cost at health centres across Jamaica. Acting Director of Family Health at the…
23 Oct, 2026
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IDT bars industrial action by Kingston Freeport Terminal workers
The Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT) has issued an order barring workers at Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) from engaging in industrial action amid an ongoing dispute. The order, issued…
23 Oct, 2026
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PNP accuses gov’t of using public sector travel ban to distract from NaRRA controversy
The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) is accusing the Government of using a blanket ban on official travel as a tactical distraction from the widening controversy surrounding the National…