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Observer Online . “The space was impressive and interaction between persons meeting others for the first time was warm and friendly.” In addition to performing, Richie Innocent launched Eclipse, his second book. He also received a plaque from fellow poet Blaq Ice, who represented the Chicago-based…

ST MARY, Jamaica — Two students from St Mary High School have been elected to lead the youth segment of the St Mary Municipal Corporation following a competition held on Tuesday under the theme, ‘Local Government: Your Voice, Your Community’. Xzavier King, representing the Port Maria Division, was…

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Police identified the deceased as Yvonne Smith. Police have so far classified her death as a suspected case of drowning. A police report said about 3:17 pm Smith’s body was found in the tank by residents and cops were called to the scene. Smith’s body was found clad in a black blouse and a pair of…

- Strong GDP growth - The strong GDP growth will come as a boon to Trump, who has touted the strength of the economy despite the high prices that have posed a challenge to households across the country. Much of the economic growth has been driven by an investment boom in Artificial Intelligence…

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READ: Holness points to sabotage While acknowledging the measures, the PNPYO questioned why they were being introduced almost a year after the hurricane, noting that vehicle purchases and official travel had continued during the intervening period. The organisation called on the Government to…

THE Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) on Wednesday flayed the Government for its decision to abstain from voting on the United Nations resolution calling for an end to the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States against Cuba, insisting that the…

A former detective testified on Wednesday that when he informed Andre Ruddock that he would be charged for murder, he inquired of the cop who the victim of that murder was, and when told he would be charged for conspiracy to murder, he demanded a lawyer. This happened three days after he had…

“I am moved by the turnout of patrons who came out to pay tribute to the legacy of my father despite the rains,” said Niambe McIntosh, head of the Peter Tosh Foundation, reflecting on a celebration that underscored the enduring power of Peter Tosh’s music and message. That spirit of devotion was on…

WITH Khadijah “Bunny” Shaw now recognised as a top three player in women’s football, former Reggae Girlz Head Coach Charlie Edwards believes the national senior women’s team should reach another level and move closer to being a serious contender at the FIFA World Cup. Manchester City striker Shaw…

FOREIGN Affairs Minister Senator Kamina Johnson Smith has reiterated that individuals sent to Jamaica under the third-country national (TCN) agreement with the United States (US) have zero criminal antecedents other than breaching that country’s immigration laws. Speaking during Wednesday’s Post…

Posh Table restaurant is celebrating its first anniversary. Located at Whitter Village, Ironshore, Montego Bay, the stylish eatery is redefining what guests can expect from Indian cuisine. Guided by the tagline “The Art of Dining,” the restaurant combines authentic Indian flavours, Pan-Asian…

THE upcoming Swim for the Sanctuary charity event will once again put the spotlight on marine conservation, with proceeds from the annual initiative supporting the work of the White River Fish Sanctuary and other community programmes supported by the Jamaica Inn Foundation. Set for November 7, 2026…

GENEVA, Switzerland — Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo are available for selection again for next month’s Nations League matches after being sanctioned for using forged COVID-19 certificates during the pandemic, the Swiss FA said Tuesday. The pair were dropped and missed…

PARIS, France — Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to tennis as he brought the curtain down on a decorated 24-year career following a first-round exit at the Basel Open on Tuesday. The 41-year-old Swiss announced earlier in the season that his last tournament as a professional would be the ATP 500-level…

Head coach at Excelsior High Keon Broderick says his team is determined to put their high-profile mistake behind them as they continue their ISSA Manning Cup title defence. Excelsior booked their spot in the round of 16 on Wednesday with an emphatic 6-0 win over Holy Trinity at the Mountain…

artiste . https://youtu.be/zHHBC2ybsbo He said over $300 million of the Government’s $3.8 billion allocation to the health sector post Hurricane Melissa was spent to rebuild the Black River Hospital. “[With] all the dignitaries… who are here, I thought to myself the Minister [of Health Dr…

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Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has signalled that changes are coming to the public sector as there are individuals deliberately delaying or derailing government programmes. As such, he said the country should prepare for a shake-up in how the public service operates. Holness said he was…

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READ: Millions unspent Seemingly commenting on the findings, Beenie Man told ITV News reporter Cree-Summer Haughton that concerns about the distribution of public funds were nothing new. “This is nothing new that the Government get the money, the Government distribute the money the wrong way. The…