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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

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Spirit Airlines has closed down, but for former Jamaican employee, Natovia Shand, the memories she made at the company will live on with her.

Ms. Shand joined Spirit in May 2025, and served as a flight scheduler, up until Saturday May 2, when the airline announced that it is shutting down as a business after failing to secure  a $500 million US dollar bailout from the Trump administration.

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As deliberations on the National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill continued in the Upper House today, Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley chided civil society groups for what he called a selective outrage on issues.

Last month at least 28 civil society organizations raised concern about the Bill.

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The Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement (JABBEM) has submitted a detailed proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority, NARRA Bill.

JABBEM argues that the legislation contains structural weaknesses that could leave thousands of informal coastal landholders, fisherfolk, hurricane survivors and long-standing beach community residents, vulnerable.

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Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.

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IRIE FM News understands that about 3 separate incidents, involving approximately 12 students, were reported at the institution. Director of the Education Ministry's region five, Susan Nelson Smith told IRIE FM News that four children were treated at hospital for injuries.

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The Jamaica Constabulary Force, (JCF) has pledged to maintain a presence at the Stella Maris Preparatory School in St. Andrew, following a reported threat to the institution. The school reportedly got a video message which showed a man in a mask making threats.

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This morning's sitting of the Senate commenced with a tribute to late former Government Senator, Leslie Campbell. Mr. Campbell, who was battling an illness for some time, passed away on Sunday, May 3.

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This after the school reportedly got a video message which showed a man in a mask making threats.

MOCA's Director of Communication Major Basil Jarrett said the matter is being treated seriously.

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Several managers and team members of Sandals Ochi Beach Resort highlighted the importance of literacy by reading to students at the Exchange Primary School in St Ann on Wednesday. 

The initiative formed part of the hotel's Read Across Jamaica Day activities.

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