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Dancehall deejay Kiprich has spoken out after being publicly criticized on social media by a woman with whom he shares a 20-year-old daughter.

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Following the prosecution of 11 used-car dealer companies, which were found to have falsely filed zero income tax returns, Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is re-emphasising the importance of honest and accurate income tax reporting.

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Saniyah of Woodstock, Manchester, was shot dead by gunmen in Landsettlement, in the parish, yesterday.

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Member of Parliament (MP) for Manchester Central, Rhoda Crawford, has condemned yesterday's shooting incident in Landsettlement in the parish, which claimed the life of four-year-old Saniyah O’brien.Saniyah's father, who was wounded in the attack, is being treated at the hospital.

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The National Works Agency (NWA) says it will soon begin clearing blocked drains and affected roadways in sections of western Jamaica that were impacted by last week's flooding.several communities in Hanover and Westmoreland were inundated .

Community Relations Officer at the NWA, Janel Ricketts says the agency is now addressing blocked drains and several landslips left in the aftermath of the flooding.

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The dome which can accommodate 100 beds and other equipment is being brought into. Works have begun on the foundation ahead of its arrival. Dr Tufton says the facility is valuable and timely and comes through the generosity of overseas based non-governmental organisations.

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Experts at day three of the National Health Research Conference cited a recent survey which highlighted the issue and recommended targeted interventions. Psychiatrist Dr. Kristen Robinson-Barrett said the 2023 National Drug Prevalence Survey revealed widespread use of substances, especially among males.

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The late Detective Corporal Avarine Morris has been hailed as a champion and warrior, who continued to serve and protect, despite having cancer.

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Consultant psychiatrist Professor Wendel Abel has warned that children affected by Hurricane Melissa may face long-term developmental and mental health damage, including an increased risk of self-harm if their trauma is not addressed.

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The amendment seeks to enhance the FID's operational independence and comply with international standards of the Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units, and the Financial Action Task Force (FAT-F)The Egmont Group facilitates secure international information exchange to combat money laundering, terrorism financing and associated financial crimes.

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