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29 Jul, 2026
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Police deny hijacking event permit process
The Opposition has accused the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) of usurping the role of municipal corporations (MCs) by effectively deciding which entertainment events receive permits, depriving…
29 Jul, 2026
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Auditor general awaits proof of $34m in supplies delivered to JDF
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is still yet to submit signed documents to the auditor general confirming that the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) received $34 million…
29 Jul, 2026
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UHWI dialing into better patient-centred care through WhatsApp line
The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp Customer Care Line as part of efforts to strengthen its customer service operations and improve communication with…
29 Jul, 2026
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Personal safety in a modern world
Personal safety is becoming an increasingly important consideration in today’s connected world. While security is often associated with homes and businesses, many of the risks people face occur during…
29 Jul, 2026
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Rooted in agriculture, growing in science
When Monique Holding chose agricultural science in high school, she was not choosing between practical skills and academic achievement. Unknowingly, she was preparing herself for both. Today, the…
29 Jul, 2026
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FIFA hits Argentina with World Cup charges for scuffle and ‘Malvinas’ banner
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — FIFA lodged disciplinary charges against two Argentina players Wednesday for striking Spain opponents moments after the World Cup final and charged Argentina’s football…
29 Jul, 2026
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Man granted $800,000 bail in 2016 Greenwich Farm murder case
A St Andrew man charged with the 2016 stabbing death of a 62-year-old man during a fight was on Tuesday granted $800,000 bail with one or two sureties in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court. As…
29 Jul, 2026
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Gas prices up
Motorists will pay more for gas come Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move up by $0.47 to sell for $204.87 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go up by $0.46 to…
28 Jul, 2026
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EX-COP ARRESTED AT AIRPORT
The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) says it will this week provide a comprehensive account of the circumstances surrounding the arrest and murder charge laid against former…