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Seales’ late strikes, King’s 75 put West Indies in control against Australia
News Room
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July 4, 2025
Home Sports Seales’ late strikes, King’s 75 put West Indies in control against Australia SUMMARY: Australia 286 all out from 66.5 overs (Alex Carey 63, Beau Webster 60; Alzarri Joseph 4-61, Jayden Seales 2-45) and 12-2 from six overs (Jayden...
New Kingston and St Andrew Festival Queen champions youth empowerment
The Gleaner
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July 5, 2025
It was an unforgettable evening of elegance and cultural pride at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre last Saturday as 12 exceptional young women stood, each bearing their dreams, their values, and their voices. But, when the final...
Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 4 2025
Bernnews
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July 4, 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 4] include acting appointments. Acting Appointment Judicial Department Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0658/2025 Public Authorities /...
$1b Solidarity Programme Underscores Gov’t’s Equity Agenda – Minister Charles Jr
Jamaica Information Service
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July 3, 2025
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the $1-billion Solidarity Programme reflects the Government’s unwavering commitment to social justice, equity and the advancement of inclusive development for all Jamaicans....
MoBay Jerk & Food Festival Returns to Celebrate Jamaica as the ‘Food Capital of the World’
Loop News
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July 4, 2025
The beloved MoBay Jerk & Food Festival is back for its 16th staging, promising to once again transform the Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre into a vibrant showcase of Jamaica’s rich culinary traditions, culture, and community spirit on...
CARICOM Urged To Sanction Israel, Impose Military Embargo
St. Kitts Gazette
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July 4, 2025
News Americas, Kingston, Jamaica, Fri. July 4, 2025: More than 40 civil society organizations and prominent individuals from across the Caribbean are urging the region’s leaders to take decisive action against Israel, calling for sanctions, a...
Lauderhill honors Jamaican comedy icon Oliver Samuels with Key to the City
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
The Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) was packed to capacity on June 28 as Caribbean humor took center stage at the Lauderhill Live One Love Comedy Show, headlined by a stellar lineup of talent and a heartwarming tribute to Jamaica’s...
St James Municipal Corporation removes politically themed signs near airport
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
Members of the St James Municipal Corporation removes politically themed signs near airport ST JAMES, Jamaica— The St James Municipal Corporation were again on the move, removing illegally placed signs, this time in the vicinity of the Sangster...
Jamaican National Trials Predictions 2025 ft. Shericka Jackson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Oblique Seville
Sportskeeda
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June 27, 2025
The recently commenced and most anticipated Jamaican National Trials feature elite athletes, including Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson and Oblique Seville. The Trials commenced on Thursday, June 26, and will conclude on Sunday, June 29,...
Jamaican gov’t ordered to pay $120M to man detained for 50 years without trial
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 27, 2025
The Supreme Court has ordered the Government of Jamaica to pay more than $120 million in damages to George Williams, a mentally ill man who spent 50 years in custody without ever facing trial. In a ruling delivered Thursday, Justice Sonya...
Jamaica: Spike in newborn deaths
Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation
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June 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – Jamaica’s Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Jacquiline Bisasor McKenzie says there has been an increase in the number of newborn deaths at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital (VJH) since the start of June. In a statement on...
Jamaica hosts Secretariat of Global Bauxite Alliance
The Gleaner
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June 27, 2025
Jamaica took on a leading role in the International Bauxite Association, which was ratified by the House of Representatives. As one of the seven founding members, Jamaica served as the host country for the Association's secretariat, positioning...
Jamaica to Petition King Charles III for Privy Council Ruling on Slavery Reparations
Jamaica Information Service
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June 25, 2025
Jamaica will be submitting a petition to His Majesty King Charles III, requesting that he refer a set of legal questions to the Privy Council concerning reparations for slavery. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia...
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...
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...
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...
Viva La Carnival is here
St. Lucia Times
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July 18, 2025
Viva La Carnival, the big truck cooler fete, is finally coming to Saint Lucia after making its mark first in Dominica, then Jamaica and Miami. According to Devin St Hilaire, his multicultural diaspora team based in Miami is ready to welcome Saint...
Jamaican-born Sandra Lindsay honored among Carnegie’s 20 ‘Great Immigrants’
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 27, 2025
Dr. Sandra Lindsay, the Jamaican-born nurse who made history as the first person in the United States to receive a COVID-19 vaccine outside of a clinical trial, has been named one of Carnegie Corporation of New York’s Great Immigrants, Great...
Jamaica Trials: Ackelia Smith dominates long jump, Lamara Distin keeps high jump streak alive
Loop News
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June 27, 2025
Ackelia Smith retained her national long jump title with an effort of 6.81 metres, aided by a 4.3 m/s tailwind, during the morning session of the Jamaica national athletics trials at the National Stadium on Thursday. The 23-year-old, a World...
Rosen Baugh outlines vision for Netball Jamaica’s growth
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
ROSEN BAUGH... I think I can take Netball Jamaica to greater heights (Photo: Observer file) Karen Rosen Baugh, the sole candidate for Netball Jamaica (NJ) president, is confident and ready to take on the challenge of leading the organisation to...