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18 Aug, 2026
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New Kingston revitalisation plan enters implementation phase
Plans to revitalise the New Kingston Business District are now moving into the implementation phase, with coordinated measures being undertaken to address homelessness, public safety, sanitation, and…
18 Aug, 2026
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CXC absenteeism remains a concern as thousands skip exams
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is raising fresh concerns about absenteeism among candidates sitting its regional examinations, with more than 35,000 students failing to turn up for this…
18 Aug, 2026
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CXC flags surge in exam irregularities, AI misuse
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is reporting a sharp increase in examination irregularities this year, with cases involving unauthorised devices, collusion, unauthorised materials and the…
18 Aug, 2026
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UC Rusal 2022 fish kill trial stalled over outstanding disclosure
The trial against bauxite company UC Rusal over a 2022 fish kill incident in the Rio Cobre failed to continue today in the St Catherine Parish Court due to a lack of disclosure by the prosecution to…
18 Aug, 2026
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Jamaican-rooted candidates fall short in Florida primaries, except Donalds
It was a largely disappointing night for political candidates with Jamaican roots in Florida, United States, with several failing to secure their party’s nomination in Tuesday’s primary elections. …
18 Aug, 2026
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Immigration | Will they give my son a visa?
Good day, Mrs Walker-Huntington, I am currently in the process of removing the conditions from my Green Card. I have a child in Jamaica who lives with his grandparents. I’m not ready to start the…
18 Aug, 2026
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Immigration | Do I need to apply for a Canadian visa if I have US documents?
Dear Miss Powell, I have been seeing information online saying that if you have a valid US visa, you can use an Electronic Travel Authorization, or eTA, to visit Canada instead of applying for a…
18 Aug, 2026
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Immigration | What are the ways to apply for British citizenship?
Dear Mr. Bassie, I would like to know what the ways are to apply for British citizenship. I am thankful for any information that you can provide pertaining to this. Y.V. Dear Y.V., There are…
17 Aug, 2026
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Deal or no deal - Public-sector teachers to decide on Government’s adjusted wage offer
The government has made an improved offer on key components of the 28-point claim from the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA), which will be placed before delegates for a decision early this week.…