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Government to commence construction of semi-permanent homes for Hurricane Melissa-affected families
The Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development signed contracts on Thursday to commence construction of semi-permanent housing solutions in western and southwestern parishes severely affected by Hurricane Melissa in October 2025. Executed

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Government to commence construction of semi-permanent homes for Hurricane Melissa-affected families

The Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development signed contracts on Thursday to commence construction of semi-permanent housing solutions in western and southwestern parishes severely affected by Hurricane Melissa in October 2025. Executed

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Sports

Maverick seeks redemption after Derby near‑miss

MAVERICK failed by a nose to pull off the biggest Jamaica Derby upset in history a month ago, running as an 82-1 longshot, caught at the last head bob by stablemate LONDON SPIRIT. Returning in Sundays Winston ‘Fanna Griffiths Classic at nine and a

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Business

Fox News parts ways with long-time host Maria Bartiromo

Fox News Media announced on Thursday that its host, Maria Bartiromo, is no longer with the company after more than 12 years. “We thank Maria for her work,” a statement read, “and wish her all the best on her next chapter.” The statement did not s

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Entertainment

Seretse Small set to lead ‘An Amazing Night of Music'

His surname is Small, but Seretse is a musical giant. For years, the accomplished musician and music educator has stood tall on Jamaicas musical landscape, mesmerising audiences worldwide with his eclectic sound. Tonight at 8 p.m., he and his friends w

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Commentary

Ruthlyn James | Chasing the child's first word

There is a new gold rush in Jamaica, a new frontier for parents where no matter the cost, it is a sacrifice many will make. It has contributed to domestic and international migration. Desperate decisions are being made, with many seeking a remedy. The tre

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Letters

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No lockout for grooming breaches, ministry tells schools Has anyone documented the cost and time wasted on these matters at school? Whose duty is it to ensure kids reach school on time and properly groomed? - @briellemarleyp Give them detention in th

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Lifestyle

In her final memoir, Gloria Steinem looked back with hope

NEW YORK (AP): Gloria Steinem died just weeks before the release of her latest memoir, An Unexpected Life. She was 92, but gave no indication in the book that it would be her last. “As I write this, Im both older than I ever imagined I would become

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World News

Two trapped workers found alive in hydropower tunnel 9 days after Nepal floods

KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) – Rescuers in Nepal pulled two workers alive from an underground tunnel at a hydropower plant on Friday, raising hopes of reaching dozens of others believed to be trapped nine days after deadly floods swept away villages and submer

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