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22 Oct, 2026
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Letter of the Day | Has the National Honour become a political reward?
THE EDITOR, Madam: Each year, the announcement of Jamaica’s National Honours and Awards should be an occasion for national pride as we recognise individuals whose contributions have made a meaningful…
22 Oct, 2026
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American freed after over 4 years behind bars
Russia on Wednesday freed an American who had been jailed for more than four years on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine, in a deal completed during a visit by a top US envoy and at a time…
22 Oct, 2026
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CCRP honours seven outstanding seniors
Seven distinguished Jamaican seniors were officially recognised and celebrated for their exceptional contributions to communities and industries across the island at the Caribbean Community of Retired…
22 Oct, 2026
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Authorities hope to make it rain using contentious tactic
NUEVA CONCEPCION (AP): Victor Torres is on the hunt for clouds as he flies over parched corn fields ravaged by months of drought in the rugged Honduran mountains. “We’re seeing strong cloud cover over…
22 Oct, 2026
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Clarendon honours TVJ correspondent for community service
When rural journalist Hopeton Henry set out to bridge the gap between Jamaica’s countryside and the wider society, he did not expect the role to involve persuading wanted men to surrender to police,…
22 Oct, 2026
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Lawmaker loses both legs after apparent political attack
MELBOURNE (AP): Doctors have amputated both of Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines ‘ legs as she remains in critical condition after being repeatedly hit by a car in an apparent act of political…
22 Oct, 2026
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What are the rules governing roadside enforcement at toll plazas?
THE EDITOR, Madam: On October 15, 2026, after passing through the Vineyards Toll Plaza in Bushy Park, St Catherine, while travelling towards Kingston, I was stopped by police officers who appeared…