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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...
Natebadz drops Mazza
Jamaica Observer
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July 10, 2025
A scene from the visuals to drop for Mazza with Natebadz, Not3s, ML. Jamaican dancehall rising star Natebadz has been making global waves since his introduction to music by his older brother, international dancehall icon Popcaan. With his latest...
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...
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...
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...
Jamaica Opens Applications for Licence to Provide Electricity
Nationwide 90FM
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July 1, 2025
In a stunning development, the Government of Jamaica says it will not renew its licence with the Jamaica Public Service Company, JPS, under the current terms. The announcement was made by Energy Minister Daryl Vaz at a press conference held at...
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...
Where to watch Australia vs West Indies 3rd Test: Full details
Sporting News
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July 10, 2025
After Australia's dominating victories in the first two Tests against the West Indies, the two teams are now all set to lock horns for the 3rd and final match of the series. Kingston, Jamaica, is going to host the 3rd Test, where the West Indies...
Jamaica Is Getting a New All-Inclusive Resort in Runaway Bay
Caribbean Journal
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July 1, 2025
A white-sand beach. The Caribbean Sea at your doorstep. And an all-new way to experience Runaway Bay. The Grand Muthu Club Caribbean Runaway Bay is opening its doors this summer, bringing a new kind of all-inclusive to Jamaica’s north coast — one...
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...
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...
Jamaican government says it will end current JPS licence in 2027
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 1, 2025
The Government of Jamaica has officially advised the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) that it does not intend to renew the company’s all-island electricity licence under its current terms when it expires on July 8, 2027. Energy Minister Daryl...
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...
Jamaican designer goes global after dressing Dancehall royalty
Caribbean Life - New York
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July 1, 2025
Fashion designer Anna-Lisa Guthrie was recently honored with the Prime Minister’s Youth Award for Excellence in Arts and Culture. The award is one of Jamaica’s highest recognitions for young creatives. Photo by Anna-Lisa Guthrie Search our...
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...
Silver for Trehan, bronze for Nalapati — Jamaica’s future shines on CASA courts
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
Team Jamaica launched its Junior Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) campaign with a flourish, as vice‑captain Mehar Trehan and captain Sanjana Nalapati captured silver and bronze, respectively, in individual competition which concluded on...
Jamaican tennis umpire Simon Casserly hits 500-match milestone at UTR Manchester
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 1, 2025
On a balmy summer night at the Magic Lincer Tennis Club in Manchester, USA, Jamaican ITF White Badge umpire Simon Casserly took his place behind the chair for the 500th time in his professional career. The milestone came during the UTR Manchester...
Jamaican-Born Clevelander Ras Khalifa Headlines the Next Music Box Reggae Sunday
Cool Cleveland - Ohio
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July 1, 2025
The Music Box Supper Club’s all-summer-long reggae Sundays are one of the nicest ways to spend a summer late afternoon. The band’s playing inside, dancers are filling the floor, and patrons gather on the patio alongside the river to indulge in...
Carl Meeks’ Digital Dancehall Classic “Weh Dem Fah” Gets First-Ever Digital Reissue
News Americas Now
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July 10, 2025
News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. July 10, 2025: VP Records’ reissue arm 17 North Parade is set to drop a digital-era dancehall gem this summer with the first-ever digital release of Carl Meeks’ “Weh Dem Fah.” The Hugh “Redman” James-produced...