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17 Oct, 2025
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Census data will better guide gov’t in addressing housing needs – PM
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says data from Jamaica’s 2022 Population and Housing Census will help the Government determine the true scope of the country’s social housing needs and the resources…
17 Oct, 2025
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Putin expected to meet Trump in Hungary despite ICC arrest warrant
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP): Vladimir Putin is expected to travel to Hungary soon for talks with United States President Donald Trump on ending the war in Ukraine – despite the Russian leader facing…
17 Oct, 2025
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Why Sarkozy will serve time despite appeal
PARIS (AP): The date for Nicolas Sarkozy’s imprisonment will be set Monday, after the former French president was sentenced to five years in prison for criminal conspiracy in a scheme to finance his…
17 Oct, 2025
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UDC urges caution while visiting beaches and other attractions over holiday weekend
As Jamaicans prepare to celebrate the upcoming Heroes’ Day holiday, the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is appealing to the public to put safety first as they travel and enjoy the island’s…
17 Oct, 2025
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Modernise agriculture or miss economic opportunities, JAS exec warns
President of the Clarendon Association of Branch Societies, Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Andre Anderson, has issued a call for Jamaicans to move beyond talk and take decisive and coordinated…
17 Oct, 2025
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Prince Andrew says he's giving up his Duke of York title as Epstein allegations refuse to fade
LONDON (AP) — Prince Andrew said Friday he is giving up his royal title of the Duke of York and other honours after his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein returned to the headlines. The…
17 Oct, 2025
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Iowa superintendent detained by ICE falsely claimed he was a US citizen, indictment says
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The former superintendent of Iowa's largest school district has been indicted by a federal grand jury after authorities said he falsely claimed to be a US citizen who was…
17 Oct, 2025
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Jamaica Carnival 2026 out the gates early with NYC promotion
New Yorkers woke Monday morning to an enticing invitation from the Jamaica Tourist Board, encouraging tri-state residents to begin making travel plans for Jamaica Carnival in April 2026. A vibrant…
17 Oct, 2025
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Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical…