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03 Nov, 2026
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Growth & Jobs | Beyond the Lab: Biomedical shaping Jamaica’s next generation of professionals
For some students, an internship is simply a requirement to be completed before returning to the classroom. For Ackalia Green, Jolene Walters, and Traye Wellington, however, their time at Caledonia…
03 Nov, 2026
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Growth & Jobs | Tea exporters highlight JN’s support with expansion
What started as a family’s investment in agriculture has since blossomed into a flourishing Jamaican manufacturing enterprise, with products now reaching consumers in international markets. In 2013,…
03 Nov, 2026
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Growth & Jobs | CVSS conference to chart new course for volunteerism in Jamaica
Jamaica’s ability to respond to future disasters may depend not only on the willingness of people to help, but also on how effectively volunteers are organised, equipped and supported. Against the…
03 Nov, 2026
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Immigration | Applying for a digital record of exemption to enter the UK
Dear Mr. Bassie, I need to apply for a digital record of exemption from the United Kingdom immigration control. Any advice would be helpful. J. T. Dear J. T., Persons may apply for a digital record…
03 Nov, 2026
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Immigration | What is the processing time for an application for US citizenship?
Dear Mrs Walker-Huntington: I filed for US citizenship earlier this year and I was hoping to be able to vote in the US mid-term elections. But, other than receiving a receipt notice, and having my…
03 Nov, 2026
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Immigration | Can I move to Prince Edward Island?
Dear Miss Powell, I’m contemplating moving to Canada but I need my beach on weekends to relax. Is Prince Edward Island a good place to move to? J.J. Dear J.J., I have tears in my eyes. I can…
02 Nov, 2026
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PARTY TRAGEDY - Bartender’s death at Halloween festival leaves family, friends seeking answers
The family of 22-year-old bartender Shaquille Borris Sproul said it is considering taking legal action against the organisers of the SCREAM Halloween Festival following his death while working at the…
02 Nov, 2026
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Ruddock testifies he saw Kevin Smith slash Taneka Gardner’s throat
Andre Ruddock testified on Monday that he saw deceased church leader Kevin Smith hold Taneka Gardner by the head and slash her throat at Pathways International Kingdom Restoration Ministries on…
02 Nov, 2026
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Pops YG charged with having sex with person under 16
Entertainer and popular social media blogger Pops YG has been charged with having sex with a person under the age of 16. His attorney, Donnovan Collins, confirmed the charge to The Gleaner on Monday…