The performance of the Andrew Holness-led administration cannot be challenged when it comes to improving the conditions of infirmaries.Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie made the declaration as he re-emphasized the Government's commitment to modernize and improve infirmaries across the island.

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This initiative which commenced in 2017 is part of efforts to improve these facilities and their social impact.During that same year, the Portland Infirmary was renamed the Portland Adult Residential Care Facility.

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As the Reggae Boyz gear up for a hectic international calendar, head coach Steve McClaren is making it clear: the coming months will be crucial in shaping Jamaica’s path forward, both in regional competition and on the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness and Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith held discussions with heads of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) this afternoon over the recent imposition of import tariffs by the United States.Jamaica is among 180 countries affected by the new import taxes.

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has assured the Dominican Republic of Jamaica's solidarity and support as that country continues to mourn the persons killed in the Jet Set Club tragedy.Over 200 people died on Tuesday when the roof of the Santo Domingo-based nightclub collapsed.

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The Opposition says the decision for the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) to abandon 23 routes, represents a major breach of the company’s exclusive licence under the Public Passenger Transport Kingston Metropolitan Transport Region Act.During Wednesday's post-Cabinet press briefing, Transport Minister Daryl Vaz revealed that the Transport Authority and the JUTC have finalised the conversion of 11 JUTC bus routes to public passenger vehicle taxi routes.

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The Government reportedly spent 8.7 billion dollars on road infrastructure in the last fiscal year, Jamaica's highest-ever allocation to road maintenance, repairs and development.This historic milestone was achieved by the Works Ministry, through its primary entity, the National Works Agency (NWA).

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Producer DJ Mac has chalked up people’s short attention spans, easy access to music, and the generational gap as key reasons it may appear that today’s music doesn’t have the same impact as before.

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Reggae/Dancehall star Sizzla has received an official Proclamation for his contribution to music and culture.

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Morgan Heritage’s Gramps Morgan is expanding his reach, narrating an audiobook for children called ‘The GingerBread Mon.’

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