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06 May, 2026
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Health + Fitness | The best ways to take your vitamins for maximum benefit
In an age where wellness is increasingly prioritised, vitamins and supplements have become a daily habit for millions. Yet, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), simply taking supplements…
06 May, 2026
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Havana boasts its first two modular homes
Cuba has unveiled Havana’s first two modular homes using repurposed shipping containers, a critical step in a capital where once-majestic residences are collapsing.
Government officials including…
06 May, 2026
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Zambia blasts US over health deal in exchange for minerals
HARARE (AP):
Zambia is accusing the United States of tying a US$2 billion deal for critical health assistance to access to the southern African nation’s rich mineral assets, and calling the outgoing…
06 May, 2026
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US says Iran ceasefire holds despite Strait of Hormuz attacks
US military leaders said a ceasefire remains in effect a day after Iran was blamed for new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the United Arab Emirates. The key American ally later said it…
06 May, 2026
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Armenia charts course away from Russia
YEREVAN (AP):
Armenia hosted its first bilateral summit with the European Union yesterday, a landmark diplomatic moment for the Caucasus Mountains nation that has formally declared its ambition to…
06 May, 2026
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AFJ to recognise hurricane response leaders at June 6 gala
The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) will honour Michael Capponi, Edward Raine and Norman Horne at its 2026 Jamaica Charity Gala on June 6 at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Miami. The trio are…
06 May, 2026
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India puts development at heart of Jamaica ties
India and Jamaica have moved to deepen ties, signing three memoranda of understanding (MOUs) spanning health, renewable energy and media cooperation, even as both sides emphasise development as the…
06 May, 2026
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Anchovy High poised to fully resume classes
WESTERN BUREAU:
Thanks to the $14 million donation from the Howard Ward Benefit Foundation, which will go towards repairing damage done to the school by Hurricane Melissa, Dr Lavern Stewart, the…
06 May, 2026
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Power pact push - Cabinet signs off on agreement to be negotiated with JPS as new licence hangs in the balance
The Cabinet has approved a “heads of terms” agreement for a new licence that the Government is to negotiate with the Jamaica Public Service (JPS), subject to a non-disclosure agreement between the…