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Jamaican murderer wins legal battle in bid for asylum after claiming he can't go home due to threats from notorious gang who killed his family
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
By JORDANA SEAL Published: 06:07 EDT, 3 July 2025 | Updated: 06:46 EDT, 3 July 2025 A Jamaican murderer has won a legal battle in a bid for asylum after claiming that if he returned home he would be targeted by a notorious gang who killed his...
Statement on tourism accomodation regulation under the new Jamaica Tourist Board Act
Travel Daily News
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July 4, 2025
Jamaica’s new Tourism Bill aims to modernize regulations, ensure accommodation standards, and support sustainable sector growth without imposing new taxes. KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The Jamaican Minister of Tourism notes the concerns raised regarding...
Bartlett pushes back at criticism of Jamaica Tourist Board Bill
Radio Jamaica
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July 4, 2025
Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has pushed back at criticisms of the proposed Jamaica Tourist Board Bill 2025. He insists the legislation does not impose new taxes, nor unfairly target Airbnb and other short-term rental operators. Mr. Bartlett...
Jamaica To Build Caribbean’s Tallest Hotel And First Innovation Township To Redefine Montego Bay’s Tourism
Black Enterprise
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July 2, 2025
Jamaica unveiled plans to develop the Caribbean's tallest hotel. Jamaica is looking to transform the Caribbean’s thriving tourism industry by developing the region’s tallest hotel and first-ever Tourism Innovation Township. On June 28, Jamaica...
LIAT to Launch Flights Connecting Jamaica to Antigua
Nationwide 90FM
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July 4, 2025
Antiguan based airline LIAT is set to launch flights connecting Jamaica to Antigua. The airline is also set to reintroduce domestic flights between Montego Bay and Kingston. Chief Executive Officer of MBJ Airports, Shane Munroe made the...
PNP’s Dr Miranda Wellington Denounces Political Violence After ‘Prepare for War’ Backlash
Nationwide 90FM
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July 4, 2025
“I do not support political violence!” That’s the word from People’s National Party, PNP, caretaker for South West St. Elizabeth, Dr. Miranda Wellington. Dr. Wellington took to social media on Thursday, amid an avalanche of criticism over her...
Murderer avoids deportation to Jamaica after judge said ‘he has an admirable work ethic’
The Sun
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July 4, 2025
A JAMAICAN murderer has won a human rights appeal to stay in the country after a judge said he has an "admirable work ethic". The unnamed killer has avoided deportation after an immigration court in Cardiff ruled key facts in the case had not been...
Government Open to All Parties for New Electricity Licensing Arrangement
Jamaica Information Service
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July 1, 2025
Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the Government is open to all parties desirous of entering a new electricity licensing arrangement, including the current licensees. “The terms of the new arrangement...
Holyfield praises Jamaican boxers
The Gleaner
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July 4, 2025
During his visit to Jamaica, top heavyweight contender Evander Holyfield commended local fighters Alex Stewart and Donovan 'Razor' Ruddock for their talent and determination. Holyfield described Stewart as “a champion in the making”, though he...
JOA president Samuda demands action over talk at Olympic Day forum
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
Before an audience gathered to mark International Olympic Day at the Pegasus Hotel recently, Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) President Christopher Samuda delivered a stirring keynote titled “Transforming Lives Through Sport.” Anchored in the...
Silver for Trehan, bronze for Nalapati — Jamaica’s future shines on CASA courts
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
Team Jamaica launched its Junior Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) campaign with a flourish, as vice‑captain Mehar Trehan and captain Sanjana Nalapati captured silver and bronze, respectively, in individual competition which concluded on...
Political Ombudsman’s Office says its closely monitoring political conduct
Irie FM
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July 2, 2025
Political Ombudsman’s Office says its closely monitoring political conduct As election campaigning intensifies ahead of the general polls expected later this year, the Political Ombudsman says there is close monitoring of the conduct of political...
Kingston airport roundabout gets facelift with vibrant, cultural mural
Jamaica Observer
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July 2, 2025
KINGSTON, JAMAICA — The Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) now boasts a striking new landmark, following the official unveiling of the NMIA Flag Roundabout last Friday. The revitalised roundabout features a vibrant mural titled “Traffic...
Sharon Gordon Reflects on Her Jamaican Roots in “Sheribaby”
South Florida Caribbean News
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July 4, 2025
Author, Sharon Gordon here with Consul General Oliver Mair at her South Florida launch for Sheribaby. SOUTH FLORIDA – Since May when Sharon Gordon held a signing for her first book, Sheribaby, at VP Records in Queens, New York, the author has had...
Political ombudsman closely monitoring political conduct amid complaints
Jamaica Observer
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July 2, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Office of the Political Ombudsman says it has already contacted both major political parties regarding complaints against their members as it maintains a watchful eye on their conduct this election season. Since March this...
‘Be an inspiration to others’
The Gleaner
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July 7, 2025
Thirteen adolescent mothers, who completed their studies at the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation in St Andrew, were encouraged to pursue their dreams with confidence during a graduation service held at the institution on July 2. Held under the...
Education Minister Applauds Pep Success at St. Ann Schools
Jamaica Information Service
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July 3, 2025
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, visited two high-achieving primary schools in St. Ann on Wednesday (July 2), to celebrate their outstanding performance in this year’s Primary Exit...
Final touches as King settles in with new club
The Gleaner
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July 4, 2025
St Mirren Football Club’s assistant manager Brian Kerr said there are just a few minor details to handle with Jamaican international defender Richard King’s passport before he is ready to fully settle in with his new club. King made the move to...
EOJ’s preparations in high gear for election
The Gleaner
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July 4, 2025
With the two major political parties darting across the length and breadth of Jamaica in the heights of the political campaign to win the hearts and minds of voters, the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) says it is well advanced in its...
Political Ombudsman investigating eight complaints received since March
Radio Jamaica
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July 2, 2025
The Political Ombudsman says it is actively and carefully investigating eight complaints from political parties and advocacy groups since March as campaigning intensifies ahead of the general election. Details of the complaints were not provided....