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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...
NCB Cap Markets warns US remittance tax could affect families in Jamaica
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
In 2022 The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and the Cayman Islands remained the main source countries for remittances at 70.2 per cent, 10.9 per cent, 10.4 per cent and 5.2 per cent, respectively. July 4, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica —...
Jamaica Learning Assistant to Come on Stream September
Jamaica Information Service
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June 24, 2025
The Jamaica Learning Assistant (JLA), an artificial intelligence (AI) generated platform, is slated to come on stream in September of this year. Education, Youth, Skills, and Information Minister, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, made the...
Jamaica Takes Part in Consultations on Various Aspects of CSME to Be Implemented
Jamaica Information Service
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June 24, 2025
Jamaica is participating in consultations on the implementation of various aspects of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). The CSME was established to deepen regional integration, drive sustained economic development and build economic...
Caribbean Matters: The celebration of Hosay in Trinidad & Tobago and Jamaica
Daily Kos
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July 5, 2025
Caribbean Matters is a weekly series from Daily Kos. Hope you’ll join us here every Saturday. If you are unfamiliar with the region, check out Caribbean Matters: Getting to know the countries of the Caribbean. The Caribbean region is a rich and...
CARICOM Classic Chess: T&T holding lead after crucial face-off with Jamaica
News Room
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July 4, 2025
Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) strengthened its grip on the 2025 CARICOM Classic Team Chess Tournament, continuing to lead after surpassing Jamaica in Round Five played on Friday July 4, 2025, at the Pegasus Hotel. The Jamaicans were trailing their...
PNP’s Jamaica Time Come Tour ignites momentum in St Mary
Loop News
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The People’s National Party’s (PNP) Jamaica Time Come Island-wide Road Tour brought out crowds and energy among residents in St Mary on Friday, with stops in Annotto Bay, Port Maria, and Stewart Town. Many residents came out lining the streets,...
King Charles rubs shoulders with George and Amal Clooney at Buckingham Palace
GB News
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June 25, 2025
King Charles welcomed winners of The King's Trust Awards 2025 to Buckingham Palace this afternoon, celebrating young people who have transformed their lives despite facing significant challenges. The monarch was joined at the reception by...
MoBay mayor doesn’t expect broken water main to disrupt Caricom Heads of Government meeting events
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A broken water main that has caused issues on a section of the Coral Gardens main road should not be a challenge for the hosting of the Caribbean Community (Caricom) Heads of Government meeting, set to start on Sunday, and end...
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...
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 /...
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...
"Jamaica, your love has carried me"- Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce pens emotional message before last National Trials of her career
Sportskeeda
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June 26, 2025
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce penned an emotional message as she geared up to make her last appearance at the Jamaican National Trials. The Olympic gold medalist reflected on her journey as an athlete and expressed her gratitude for the massive support...
Government to strengthen support for Jamaican athletes amid rising transfers
Irie FM
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June 25, 2025
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, has announced a renewed government commitment to bolstering the systems that support Jamaican athletes. The announcement was made during her Sectoral Debate presentation in...
Jamaica trials schedule: Thursday, June 26 – Day 1
Loop News
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June 26, 2025
The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) National Junior and Senior Championships will begin on Thursday at the National Stadium in Kingston. The four-day meet will serve as the official selection trials for upcoming international...
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...
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...
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...
A Guide to Jamaican Culture in South Florida
Jamaicans.com
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July 2, 2025
South Florida is home to one of the most vibrant Jamaican communities outside the island itself. With strong roots in cities like Miramar, Lauderhill, Pembroke Pines, and Lauderdale Lakes, Jamaican culture is on full display through food, music,...