In less than nine hours, the nation's two major political parties will face off in the first of three national political debates.The ruling Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) and the Opposition People's National Party (PNP) are determined to prove to Jamaicans that they are the right choice to govern the country.

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The PNP released its official manifesto, titled "Mission Jamaica Love: A People’s Pledge to Country," on August 12 in New Kingston and stated that it plans to roll out an expanded version. According to the PNP certain elements were intentionally withheld from the initial document to prevent the JLP from copying its ideas.

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The JLP announced the location for the manifesto release during a press briefing yesterday, and noted that this will be the first time that a manifesto is launched outside of Kingston. However, the PNP has criticized this decision.

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Singer George Nooks, gospel artist Kukudo, and creative arts professional Dr. Amina Blackwood Meeks are among the first set of creatives to receive health cards under the Jamaica Entertainers and Creatives Insurance Plan (JECIP).

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Lila Ike says she had to become vulnerable when creating her debut album, Treasure Self Love.

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He is 66-year-old Rogland Williams of New Forrest, Duanvale. Williams is of dark complexion, medium build, and about 167 centimetres tall. He was reported missing on Tuesday, August 19.

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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry Dr. Kasan Troupe made the statement at the annual general meeting and conference of the Jamaica Association of Education Officers, yesterday. Dr. Troupe said she has received complaints from retired workers about issues related to their pension.

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This as the JFB and the Jamaica Civil Service association (JCSA), which represents the workers have reached an agreement, that the newly adjusted salaries will be paid on Friday August 29. On Wednesday, the JCSA, said it was informed that the drivers and mechanics will not be paid the new salaries which took effect in July, on Monday August 25.

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Jam-dex, short for Jamaica Digital Exchange, was launched by the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) in May 2022.

It is a digital version of the Jamaican Dollar and is touted as a safe, efficient and convenient way to pay for goods and services.

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the Opposition People's National Party (PNP) says the election debates will confirm to citizens that the party is the better option to govern the country.

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