Leasing of reserved railway lands in Portmore sparks concerns

Opposition wants Gov't to change course

THE Opposition People's National Party (PNP) says it is not too late for the Government to change course in light of the judgement by the Supreme Court that the extended detention of individuals under the state of emergency (SOE) is unlawful.

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

Third telecoms service provider a possibility, says Vaz

MINISTER of Science, Energy and Technology Daryl Vaz says the granting of a third fibre optic licence is a possibility after concerns were raised by some members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday that the quality of service being provided by the country's two telecoms companies is

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

Belnavis tied to building breach - St Ann structure demolished amid Sunday Gleaner probe

Embattled St Ann’s Bay Mayor Michael Belnavis is a director of a private company that captured government land and constructed a building in a daring disregard of the country’s laws which the corporation he leads is expected to enforce, a Sunday Gleaner probe has

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Absa restructures 26pc of net loans

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Source: Business Daily

South Africa: Court Dismisses Observatory Occupants Application Against City of Cape Town

[GroundUp] A group of people living on property formerly leased to the South African National Circus School in Observatory, Cape Town, have lost a court bid to have some details of the City of Cape Town's housing report excluded from the record. The report gives details about the

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Source: allAfrica.com

Opposition wants Integrity Commission to probe AAJ's First Rock deal

Opposition Spokesman on Finance Julian Robinson wants the Integrity Commission and other relevant anti-corruption agencies to urgently probe the multimillion US dollars investment by the Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) in First Rock...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Railway tunnel now a dumping site

BUFF BAY, Portland: Portland businessman Joel Dyke is lamenting the disregard citizens have for a railway tunnel in Buff Bay, calling on residents to desist from dumping garbage there and for the State to recognise it as a heritage site and...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

What’s going on with the Tampa Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

TAMPA – The Tampa Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. introduced 17 new members into their ranks on Nov 3. in Montgomery, Ala. The new members include: Greg Alford Rashaad Austin Keith Berry Willie Bradford Deshon Charles Emmett Emery Manuel Gayle Gary Green Maurice Harvey Andre

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Source: http://theweeklychallenger.com

Disabilities Act effective Feb 14

WHEN THE Disabilities Act finally takes effect on February 14, 2022, following Wednesday’s passage of the Disabilities Regulation, 2021, Resolution in Gordon House, where the Houses of Representatives sit, could find itself on the wrong side of law...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

PNP ‘gravely concerned’ about Gov’t silence as US takes aim at Cuba - Party wants administration to issue statement condemning bill targeting medical missions

The People’s National Party said it is “gravely concerned” that the Government has not yet made a statement on the attempt by the United States to introduce legislation targeting countries that hire Cuban healthcare workers through medical missions...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Zimbabwe tycoon used state ties to hide assets, report says | Fin24

Zimbabwean tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei used connections with government leaders and central bank officials to gain access to hard currency and shield assets from the US Treasury, according to a report by a private anti-corruption group.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

Florida Georgia Weekend a Family Affair - Free Press of Jacksonville

The annual Florida/Georgia football rivalry was back in Duval as the Georgia Bulldogs beat the Florida Gators 40-10 during their 90th match-up. Attracting huge crowds, the revelry gathers fans, friends, families and alumni from around

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Source: Free Press of Jacksonville – Florida’s First Coast Quality Black Weekly

PROVOST: 50 YEARS OF SERVICE

By: Shelley McKinley As the President of Provost Studios LLC, a 76-year old Black-owned business that survived racial integration and advancements in photography when others did not, Mrs. Provost credits the strong foundation that her late husband laid, as well as their teamwork as a family for

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New JGRA head raises issues about mobile gas retailers

GASOLENE retailers say they are worried about the presence of mobile gas stations in some areas, the ease with which licences can be obtained to carry out these operations, and the safety risk they present.Newly installed president of the Jamaica Gasolene Retailers Association (JGRA) Dianne Parram

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

Gov't allocates $1 billion for students on PATH, poor relief support

THE Government will be allocating $1 billion in back-to-school assistance to just over 200,000 children who are on the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) and poor relief support.

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

HBO’s new Green Lantern show casts star of Netflix action movie Rebel Ridge as DC's John Stewart

… writer. John Stewart, the first African-American superhero to appear in DC …

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Illegal gun seized in MoBay

A firearm along with four rounds of ammunition was seized during a police-military operation on Sammy Drive in Montego Bay, St James on Friday. The police report that about 12:45 p.m., lawmen were in the area when a four-bedroom house was searched...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Broadcaster Markland Edwards applies to become JLP candidate for Portmore mayor

Broadcaster Markland Edwards has disclosed that he has applied to the Jamaica Labour Party to be its candidate for mayor of the Portmore Municipality in the next local government polls. “I believe I have the vision, drive and energy to help...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Time for new competition in telecoms market, says Opposition

THE Opposition People's National Party (PNP) believes the time may be ripe for new competition in the telecommunications market, with inefficiencies in service and the increasing demand for data over voice having been brought even more sharply into focus during this COVID-19

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

Kenya: Co-Op Bank, Simba Corporation in Deal to Offer Asset Financing

Nairobi — The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has partnered with motor vehicle dealer, Simba Corporation in a deal that will see their customers benefit from up to 95 percent financing while purchasing FUSO

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Source: allAfrica.com

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LOTTO Results edit post Daily Lotto results for Sunday, 28 February 2021 2021-02-28 edit post Lotto and Lotto Plus results for Saturday, 27 February 2021

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

WCSC Schedules Annual Meeting at New Community Conference Center for Nov. 30

Elections for the board of directors will be held during the meeting. WCSC will also be honoring Josefina Cruz.

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Banking hiccup - Thousands with invalid accounts yet to receive COVID relief, two-month extension for some grants

Opposition Spokesman on Finance Mark Golding has asserted that the banking sector has fallen short in facilitating COVID-19 relief payments from the Government, as it was reported yesterday that some beneficiaries faced significant hurdles in...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

City of Cape Town to evict dozens of Observatory residents

Shayne Taliona is one of about 30 people who now live at 2 Willow Road in divided rooms in the dilapidated circus school building.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Uganda: How New Masaka City Will Be Administered

Under the interim administration of the new city, which takes effect on July 1, executive committees in sub-counties that were annexed to Masaka will be fused into the newly created municipalities of Nyendo/ Mukungwe and Kimaanya

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Source: allAfrica.com

Journalist facing assault charges after 'attacking female DA councillor'

The alleged assault by the local journalist, which took place at Stellenbosch Town Hall, left a DA councillor needing medical attention.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Western Cape govt steps in after two municipalities fail to adopt budgets for new financial year | News24

Until a temporary budget is approved by the provincial executive, withdrawals from the municipalitys' bank accounts may only be done with Finance MEC David Maynier's prior approval.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

Trelawny MPs square off over road repair

The Hyde community currently sits in the Trelawny Northern constituency, which is represented by Victor Wright of the Opposition People's National Party (PNP), but a recent change of the electoral boundaries will see the area forming part of the Trelawny Southern constituency, which is represented

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

Paulwell says gov’t should remove fuel tax to offer immediate relief

Phillip Paulwell, the opposition spokesperson on energy, is calling for the Government to remove the tax on petroleum products to bring immediate relief to consumers amid the rising prices at pumps. Paulwell says the price of petroleum products has...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Tufton, Guy against Cornwall Regional field hospital

MOUNT SALEM, St James - Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says there is no need for a general purpose field hospital for Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) here to assist with augmenting the services offered at the Type A facility.

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Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

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