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27 Jul, 2026
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No recommendation made yet for new BOJ governor, says search committee
The Search Committee established to find a new Governor of the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) says no recommendations have yet been made to the Government regarding a shortlist of possible candidates for the…
27 Jul, 2026
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Gov’t to undertake programme to target trauma, violence in Hurricane Melissa-affected areas
The Government is to provide greater psychosocial support to families in several Hurricane Melissa-affected communities amid increasing psychological trauma, domestic violence and interpersonal…
27 Jul, 2026
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NWC to impose water restrictions as Mona Reservoir levels decline
National Water Commission (NWC) customers served by the Mona Reservoir in the Corporate Area are to have their water supply rationed starting Monday, August 3, due to reduced inflows caused by ongoing…
26 Jul, 2026
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She saved US$80,000 for her daughter’s future. THEN IT WAS GONE
Mary Jane’s* 12-year-old daughter has Down’s syndrome, is autistic and cognitively delayed, and will require medical care for the rest of her life. Determined to provide for her daughter’s future, the…
26 Jul, 2026
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The kitchen that became home - 71-year-old holds on to hope nine months after storm
WESTERN BUREAU: The neatly made bed occupies one side of the kitchen at the Mt Matthews Church of the Nazarene in Logwood, Shrewsbury, Westmoreland. On the other are cupboards, pots and cooking…
26 Jul, 2026
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‘A whole new world’ - Seniors unlock the power of AI as Excelsior Community College helps them bridge the digital divide
Forget the stereotype that artificial intelligence is only for the young. Inside a classroom at Excelsior Community College last week, nearly 20 retirees were creating posters, restoring decades-old…
26 Jul, 2026
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Storm wreckage still haunts Portland, St Mary schools
At least three schools in St Mary and Portland are scrambling to complete critical repairs ahead of the 2026-2027 academic year after suffering structural damage during the passage of Hurricane…
26 Jul, 2026
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Rabbi Yaakov Raskin | Shabbat – the one day that changes the other six
One of the most popular health and wellness influencers is Dr Mark Hyman. He is a 15-time New York Times bestselling author, the host of The Doctor’s Farmacy podcast, and has over 3.8 million…
26 Jul, 2026
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Fr. Sean Major Campbell | Beyond victory: Football and faith
The FIFA World Cup Football has certainly provided material for theological and ethical consideration. It was good to see the celebration of diversity in terms of nationalities, languages, races,…