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21 Oct, 2026
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El Salvador’s Bukele announces military operation to rescue hostages held by gangs in Haiti
SAN SALVADOR (AP) — El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele said Wednesday he had launched a military operation to rescue four Salvadoran aviation technicians kidnapped by gangs in Haiti, warning of a…
21 Oct, 2026
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Over 100 residential lots identified for Coopers Pen relocation
More than 100 residential lots are expected to be made available in the Hague and Clifton area of Trelawny to facilitate the relocation of residents of Coopers Pen in the parish. This was disclosed…
21 Oct, 2026
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6 people arrested for allegedly running marriage fraud ring, US federal authorities say
Wedding rings were exchanged, and photos of a smiling bride and well-dressed groom made it look like these were legitimate marriages. But federal authorities argued Wednesday that the ceremonies were…
21 Oct, 2026
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JHTA raises concerns about impact of proposed NWC rate hike on tourism sector
The Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) is raising concerns about the impact of a rate hike by the National Water Commission (NWC) on the tourism sector. The NWC on Tuesday submitted an…
21 Oct, 2026
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Gas prices down
Motorists will pay less for gas come Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move down by $4.50 to sell for $201.81 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go down by $4.50…
21 Oct, 2026
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Opposition urges OUR to reject NWC’s 51% tariff increase application
Opposition Spokesperson on Water Ian Hayles is calling for the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) to reject the National Water Commission’s (NWC) application for a 51 per cent tariff increase until…
21 Oct, 2026
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St Lucia government approves Christmas barrel concessions
CASTRIES, St Lucia, CMC – The St Lucia government Wednesday said that it had approved Christmas barrel concessions, allowing citizens to import various goods without having to pay the necessary taxes.…
21 Oct, 2026
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21 per cent drop in major crimes in St Elizabeth
The St Elizabeth Police Division is reporting a 21 per cent decline in major crimes since the start of the year. Head of Operations for the Division, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Adrian…
21 Oct, 2026
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Trelawny man charged for allegedly robbing house of relative who was overseas
A 47-year-old Trelawny man has been charged for allegedly breaking into the house of a relative who was overseas and stealing several items valued at approximately $390,000. He is Andrew Brown, a…