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Jamaica’s Government Plans North Coast Dedicated Casino and Gaming Zone
Top News
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Jamaica’s government has unveiled plans to transform Rose Hall on the country’s north coast into a dedicated casino zone, anchoring an estimated $4 billion investment wave aimed at redefining the island’s tourism mix. Tourism Minister Edmund...
Jamaica’s rising golfers eye first Caribbean crown
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 2, 2025
When the Jamaican delegation stepped onto the tarmac bound for the Caribbean Amateur Golf Championship (July 2–4), the energy was unmistakable. With only two newcomers among nine competitors, the island’s blend of rising talent and proven pedigree...
Jamaica Squash unveils hummingbird‑inspired logo and Junior CASA squad
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 2, 2025
Inside Kingston’s storied Liguanea Club, the organization formerly known as the Jamaica Squash Association raised the curtain on a sleek new chapter—literally. With a flourish, 13‑time All‑Jamaica champion Wayne Burrowes and current president...
Jamaicans, Filipinos top work permit holder list in BVI
BVI News
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July 2, 2025
in All News / By: BVI News on July 2, 2025 at 7:52 AM / Jamaica and the Philippines are the top two nationalities holding active work permits in the Virgin Islands, according to figures released by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley during a recent...
Jamaican Singer Lila Iké Announces Debut Album, Gets ‘Romantic’ With Masicka
Rolling Stone
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July 2, 2025
Since 2019, Lila Iké’s releases like the single “Where I’m Coming From,” EP The ExPerience, and feature on Samory I’s “Outside” have shown her talent and promise as an emerging reggae and dancehall star. Now, the Jamaican singer-songwriter is...
Lauderhill honors Jamaican comedy icon Oliver Samuels with Key to the City
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
The Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) was packed to capacity on June 28 as Caribbean humor took center stage at the Lauderhill Live One Love Comedy Show, headlined by a stellar lineup of talent and a heartwarming tribute to Jamaica’s...
Health Ministry warns Jamaicans against using unregulated sexual enhancement products
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is urging Jamaicans to avoid three unregulated sexual enhancement products being sold locally through online platforms and informal vendors. In a statement issued Wednesday, the ministry identified the products...
Excitement Building for Jamaica St Ledger
Nationwide 90FM
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July 4, 2025
Ahead of the 66th running of the Jamaica St Ledger at Caymanas Park on Sunday, July 6, Solomon Sharpe, chairman of the Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited, revealed that the excitement is almost fever-pitch among the horse racing...
Classic Foods That Were Made Popular During Wartime
The Daily Meal - New York
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July 9, 2025
War has always impacted food supply. Throughout history, it's been equally responsible for food shortages and dietary innovations. Food scarcity amongst civilians on the home front and the need to efficiently feed soldiers on the front lines have...
Statement on tourism accomodation regulation under the new Jamaica Tourist Board Act
Travel Daily News
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July 4, 2025
Jamaica’s new Tourism Bill aims to modernize regulations, ensure accommodation standards, and support sustainable sector growth without imposing new taxes. KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The Jamaican Minister of Tourism notes the concerns raised regarding...
New Jamaican restaurant opening at The Market Downtown
WSAZ - West Virginia
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July 4, 2025
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A new Jamaican restaurant is coming to The Market Downtown next month. Owned and operated by Chef Kerry Martin and his wife, Bina, Karubees Jamaican Restaurant will offer authentic Jamaican cuisine rooted in tradition...
USA shock Jamaica, Barbados begin title defence in winning fashion, T&T tops US-2
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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BASSETERRE – Jamaica was upset by USA in the opening round of the Rising Stars Men’s Under-19 50-over Championships, while defending champions Barbados made light work of Guyana to register a comprehensive victory St Kitts on...
Bartlett pushes back at criticism of Jamaica Tourist Board Bill
Radio Jamaica
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July 4, 2025
Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has pushed back at criticisms of the proposed Jamaica Tourist Board Bill 2025. He insists the legislation does not impose new taxes, nor unfairly target Airbnb and other short-term rental operators. Mr. Bartlett...
New 2025 MN State Fair Food: Predicting the Winners and Losers
Racket - Minneapolis
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July 9, 2025
For years, MinnPost aggregated critical reactions to new Minnesota State Fair food offerings. Before that public-service tradition's sad pandemic demise, the City Pages review chew crew was reliably the toughest to satisfy. CP's own pandemic...
Murderer avoids deportation to Jamaica after judge said ‘he has an admirable work ethic’
The Sun
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July 4, 2025
A JAMAICAN murderer has won a human rights appeal to stay in the country after a judge said he has an "admirable work ethic". The unnamed killer has avoided deportation after an immigration court in Cardiff ruled key facts in the case had not been...
LIAT to Launch Flights Connecting Jamaica to Antigua
Nationwide 90FM
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July 4, 2025
Antiguan based airline LIAT is set to launch flights connecting Jamaica to Antigua. The airline is also set to reintroduce domestic flights between Montego Bay and Kingston. Chief Executive Officer of MBJ Airports, Shane Munroe made the...
Jamaica Achieves 80% of Provisions Under WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement
Jamaica Information Service
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July 1, 2025
Jamaica has achieved over 80 per cent of the provisions on the journey towards full implementation under the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), through the work of the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA). Speaking at the...
Minnesota State Fair: 8 new food vendors for 2025
FOX 9 - Minnesota
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FOX 9's Hannah Flood shares what she's most excited to try from the official new foods list at the Minnesota State Fair, which includes 33 new foods and eight new vendors for 2025. FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota State Fair revealed...
Holyfield praises Jamaican boxers
The Gleaner
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July 4, 2025
During his visit to Jamaica, top heavyweight contender Evander Holyfield commended local fighters Alex Stewart and Donovan 'Razor' Ruddock for their talent and determination. Holyfield described Stewart as “a champion in the making”, though he...
Annotto Bay Tax Office now offering same-day processing of drivers licence
Radio Jamaica
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July 9, 2025
Tax Administration Jamaica has confirmed that it recently added the Annotto Bay Tax Office in St. Mary to the number of offices offering same day processing of drivers licence. This brings the total number of tax offices offering the service to...