As the nation continues to confront climate change-related challenges, the Opposition People's National Party is urging Jamaica not to only view the Diaspora as a source of remittances but as a strategic partner in nation-building.The appeal comes as the country observes Diaspora Day today under the theme "Diaspora Partnerships: Rebuilding a More Climate-Resilient Jamaica."

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State Minister for Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright, has challenged Jamaicans abroad to claim their share of the country's economic growth.Addressing the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre yesterday, he noted that shifting global dynamics, including rising inflation and increased cost of living overseas, have upended stability in many countries.

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While elective surgeries have been scaled down at the Kingston Public Hospital, emergency surgeries continue amidst ongoing challenges with the air conditioning system.Permanent Secretary in the Health and Wellness Ministry, Errol Greene, gave the update at this morning's sitting of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

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Jamaican born NBA legend Patrick Ewing, has received an honorary championship ring following the New York Knicks NBA championship victory on the weekend.

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Chief Executive Officer of Tamper Consulting, Kenute Hare, is urging Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators to equip their vehicles with black boxes.The devices can record vital driving data, including speed, braking patterns, acceleration and location.

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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton, says the Community-Arranged Response Effort (CARE) Fund is not a slush fund.He made the comment at the launch ceremony yesterday.The Fund aims to promote community-driven solutions for better health and wellness outcomes across the country.

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Mayor of St. Ann's Bay, Michael Belnavis, has assured that steps are being taken to mitigate or minimise flooding across vulnerable communities as the hurricane season progresses.He gave the assurance during a hurricane preparedness press conference hosted by the St. Ann Municipal Corporation yesterday.

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The disclosure was made by Commanding Officer, Senior Superintendent Hopton Nicholson, while speaking to Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness in Spanish Town, St. Catherine.SSP Nicholson said most of the major crimes are down in the division, but there are concerns regarding break-ins.

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The initiative dubbed "Operation Reset" was announced by Area 3 Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police Christopher Phillips yesterday.According to ACP Phillips, the parishes in area 3 to include Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, will benefit from the operation.

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This as he claimed that the operating theatres at the KPH remain offline due to recurring infrastructure failures.

Dr. Dawes was reacting to reports of challenges at the facility due to issues with the air conditioning unit.

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