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That in addition to having the infrastructure and facilities to host major events such as international conferences and seminars.

Speaking today at the signing ceremony for the Kingston Harbour Walk Project, Dr. Holness explained that Jamaica is considered to be a safe near-shore destination.

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The deceased has been identified as Shani Coke, also known as 'Kaja', of Tyre District, Troy, Trelawny.

The Agency says the tragic loss of another child is a devastating reminder that far too many of Jamaica's children continue to face unimaginable acts of violence at the hands of adults who should instead be focused on their care and protection.

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This was highlighted by a report on a recent survey conducted on emergency response for students with disabilities, done in collaboration with the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ).

The research looked at, among other things, the impact of emergency situations such as the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as Hurricane Melissa, on the education of children with disabilities.

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This was disclosed by the Director General of ODPEM, Commander Alvin Gayle.

He was responding to concerns raised by Chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Julian Robinson, about the readiness of shelters, pointing to issues during Hurricane Melissa last October.

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IRIE FM’s Trisan Wilson is using her influence to garner support for children in need. Through her Mavis Scott Legacy Foundation, the Trending Now presenter is hosting a back-to-school supply drive for the second time in two years, which aims to benefit children in Pineapple Place and its environs. In a Music News exclusive Wilson […]

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Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton is making the rounds across the tri-state area as he continues promoting his 13th studio album, Too Too Bad.

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Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton is making the rounds across the Tri-state area as he continues promoting his 13th studio album, Too Too bad.

As part of the Citi Concert Series on NBC’s Today, Buju joined Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones live in studio 1a, where he delivered a captivating performance of Butterflies, the lead track from the new album. During his appearance, Buju spoke about the inspiration behind the project.

The Gargamel also appeared on the tonight show starring Jimmy Fallon, on Monday, July 20, performing the same track. The performance was elevated by a stage design consisting of sound boxes and crates filled with records celebrating Jamaica’s rich musical heritage.

This marks Buju’s second appearance on The Tonight Show. The reggae icon was a guest in 2020 performing The World is Changing from his critically acclaimed album Upside Down 2020.

The Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) is calling for those responsible for the killing of 10-year-old Shani Coke to be swiftly brought to justice.

Shani also known as 'Kaja' of Tyre District, Troy, Trelawny was found dead along a dirt track in the community yesterday.

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Agriculture Minister, Floyd Green said there's no truth to claims that residents who grow food in their backyard must register with the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA). 

He was responding to a social media video in which a man falsely claimed that legislation was passed  to restrict backyard farming.

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Consumer confidence fell by 2.3% over the second quarter of 2026 while business confidence showed a modest improvement up by 2.6%.

Executive Chairman of Market Research Services, Don Anderson made the disclosure while presenting the confidence indices for the second quarter of 2026 yesterday.

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