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09 Nov, 2026
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No licensed casinos operating in Jamaica, public warned
The Casino Gaming Commission (CGC) is warning the public that no licensed casino is currently operating in Jamaica and that live-dealer table games being offered for money at venues across the island…
09 Nov, 2026
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Schools tread water as swimming costs rise
Although it would be ideal for every school to have a pool, Major Desmon Brown, president of the Calabar Old Boys’ Association, believes the undertaking would be far too expensive. “I am also the…
09 Nov, 2026
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FDA adds rare vision-loss warning to popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs
WASHINGTON (AP) – Popular weight loss drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovy, will carry a new warning about a possible rare side effect that can sometimes lead to permanent vision loss, United States…
09 Nov, 2026
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Chuck targets early January 2027 rollout of Mediation Act
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Delroy Chuck, says the Mediation Act is expected to become operationalised during the first week of 2027. He made the announcement during the first…
09 Nov, 2026
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1,000th head-started rock iguana to be released in Hellshire Hills on Saturday
The 1,000th head-started Jamaican Rock Iguana (Cyclura collei) will be returned to its native habitat in Hellshire Hills, St Catherine, on Saturday, November 14. The release is a major milestone in…
09 Nov, 2026
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NWC: Low water pressure continues in sections of St Catherine, St Andrew
The National Water Commission (NWC) says customers in sections of St Catherine and St Andrew continue to experience low water pressure and intermittent supply disruptions due to a mechanical issue at…
09 Nov, 2026
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Western swimmers making waves despite limited pools, coaching gaps
WESTERN BUREAU: A shortage of qualified coaches and limited access to competition-standard facilities have not diminished the ambitions of western Jamaica’s swimming fraternity, which is determined to…
09 Nov, 2026
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Issa: Politicians, citizens too comfortable with underperformance
Businessman Christopher Issa has criticised successive political leaders for what he described as the poor stewardship of Jamaica, arguing that the country has become too comfortable with…
09 Nov, 2026
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Students warned against gang recruitment as trafficking concerns persist
Jamaican students are being warned that gang recruitment can begin before they understand the consequences of criminal involvement, as education and police officials intensify efforts to keep the…