Pearly Beach permits suspended after gridlock

One additional COVID-19 death, 43 new cases

Jamaica on Thursday recorded one more COVID-19 death, moving the total to 307. The deceased is a 69-year-old St Elizabeth man. Meanwhile, there were 43 new cases with ages ranging from nine to 90 years, pushing the total to 13,411 with 1,621 being...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

154 new COVID-19 cases, no additional fatality

Jamaica on Sunday recorded 154 additional COVID-19 cases, with ages ranging from nine months to 98 years, increasing the total to 13,203 with 1,766 being active. Of the new cases, 84 are men, 69 are women and one other is under investigation. No...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

COMMENTARY: Remembering the Silver Linings of 2020 | Post News Group

NNPA NEWSWIRE — So, as the calendar turns to 2021, and many wish friends, family and associates, “Happy New Year!” we’ll place an overwhelming emphasis on the “New Year” portion of the sentiment. The post COMMENTARY: Remembering the Silver Linings of 2020 first appeared on Post News Group.

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FINALLY - Ja agrees to MOU terms with US on tackling gun, drug smuggling at ports, Tapia says

It took more than four years, but Jamaica has finally signed off on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States (US) that seeks to stamp out corruption at the ports, which has, for decades, facilitated the inflows of guns, drugs and...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

COVID-19-compliant does not mean it's safe – Guy

WITH the Government outlining the top 20 communities in the island with active cases just this weekend, Opposition spokesperson on health and wellness Dr Morais Guy is cautioning that even if schools in these areas are seen as 'COVID-19-compliant', reopening for face-to-face learning might pose too

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

'Our Movement Is Being Mocked and Hijacked': Twitter Users Resist Usage of #SayHerName to Refer to Deceased Pro-Trump Rioter Ashli Babbitt

Twitter users are arguing that the #SayHerName hashtag should not be used in reference to the Donald Trump supporter who was killed during the invasion […]

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Larry King battling COVID-19 in LA hospital - TheGrio

Legendary talk show host Larry King has been hospitalized with COVID-19. According to CNN Business, a source close to the... View Article The post Larry King battling COVID-19 in LA hospital appeared first on TheGrio.

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Using Songs to Address Inequality | The Crusader Newspaper Group

As dusk descends on Pulicat Lake—a large saltwater lagoon on the border of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in South India—Isaivani starts singing a rousing “gaana” song. She is the only female singer of this particular genre of funeral music that originated in northern region of Chennai — the capital

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Source: The Crusader Newspaper Group

Lessons from 2020…In Your Own Words.

CHICAGO DEFENDER — “This year has shown me that I am nothing without faith. I enjoyed many highs during 2020, and yet I can also bear witness to some valley lows. Nevertheless, 2020 has taught me to be grateful in the midst of it all. Nothing is to be taken for granted. I find joy in the ability

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2020 Cadillac CT4 V-Series - Houston Forward Times

When it comes to the Cadillac CT4 V Series, there is good news and there… The post 2020 Cadillac CT4 V-Series appeared first on Houston Forward Times.

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Source: Houston Forward Times - Reporting The Truth | Affecting Change | Moving Forward

College Football Coach Who Called Stacey Abrams “Fat Albert” After Georgia Senate Runoffs Has Lost His Job

In a now-deleted tweet, University of Tennessee Chattanooga assistant football coach Chris Malone posted hateful comments about former Georgia House Democratic Leader, Stacey Abrams. His comments followed Abrams playing a major role in the Democratic party's wins in the Georiga Senate runoff

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Source: MadameNoire

Charles: Give basic schools my money

THREE recommendations have been made for him to be compensated following his horrific detention 44 years ago during Jamaica's second state of emergency (SOE).

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

Tanzania: Passenger Train Derails in Dodoma Leaving Three Dead, 66 Injured

[Citizen] Dodoma -- Three people have died and 66 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in at Kigwe in Bahi-Dodoma, the Tanzania Railways Corporation has confirmed.

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Vic Falls tourist’s body found trapped

BY MOSES MATENGA THE body of a tourist believed to be Roy George Tinashe Dikinya, who fell into the Victoria Falls gorge on New Year’s day, was yesterday found trapped down the cliff, but the authorities said they were failing to retrieve it. Dikinya is said to have slipped and plunged to death at

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Clarence Thomas' wife supported rioters before siege: 'Love MAGA'

Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, shared support for the rioters who stormed the Capitol on Wednesday. Read... View Article The post Clarence Thomas' wife supported rioters before siege: 'Love MAGA' appeared first on TheGrio.

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Guy says gov't must do everything to prevent spread of COVID variant

Spokesperson on Health and Wellness, Dr Morais Guy, says the Opposition is concerned about the Government’s handling of the testing and release of information on the new variant strain of the coronavirus. Health and Wellness Minister Dr...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

'So This Ain't Nicki?': Fans Are Baffled When British Rapper Stefflon Don Posts Photo and Looks a Lot Like Nicki Minaj

Stefflon Don is once again making fans turn heads, but this time it is not for her banging body or gorgeous looks. In the Dec. 29 Instagram photo,

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Off-duty police officers among rioters, one Capitol officer says - TheGrio

This week, a Washington D.C police officer has come forward to make some stunning allegations about off-duty police officers and... View Article The post Off-duty police officers among rioters, one Capitol officer says appeared first on TheGrio.

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Two COVID-19 field hospitals to be completed by end of January

The field hospitals that are being erected on the grounds of the Falmouth Public General Hospital, in Trelawny, and at St Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Centre, in Kingston, are slated to be completed by end of January. This was reported by...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

'Police Academy' actress Marion Ramsey is dead at 73 - TheGrio

Marion Ramsey, the iconic actress from the Police Academy movies known for her soft, high-pitched voice, has died. Ramsey, 73,... View Article The post 'Police Academy' actress Marion Ramsey is dead at 73 appeared first on TheGrio.

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In Georgia, Biden's presidency meets early defining moment - Black News Channel

By BILL BARROW Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Usually it's a president's first midterm election that reorders a White House's political approach and priorities. For President-elect Joe Biden, his most defining congressional election is coming before he takes office. Two runoffs Tuesday in Georgia

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Source: Black News Channel - Black News Channel

Thumbs up for the lockdown, but…

WHAT a low-spirited start to the New Year it has been. All the dark episodes of 2020, with all the grief and death seem to have spilled to 2021 with COVID-19 arguably the worst nightmare. This time, it appears it is more deadly and has a strong appetite to devour judging by the soaring numbers of

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

“He Got His Own Place, He Got His Own Business:” Porsha Williams Explains Why She Got Pregnant By Dennis McKinley And People Are Not Impressed

In a preview for episode five of "Real Housewives of Atlanta," Porsha Williams gets candid with her mother and sister about her daughter Pilar's conception. In the clip, Williams explains that she essentially got pregnant on purpose because her on-again-off-again fiancé, Dennis

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Source: MadameNoire

Several hospitals hit red zone as COVID admissions increase

The Health Ministry is renewing its appeal for Jamaicans to practice COVID safety protocols as hospitalisations reach worrying levels with two institutions exceeding occupancy levels.

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Parents urged to enforce COVID protocols among children

Ahead of Monday’s planned resumption of face-to-face classes at 129 schools across Jamaica amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton is urging parents to ensure that they and their children continue to follow...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Zimbabwe: Police Investigation Dismisses Cop 'Baby Murder' Claims

[New Zimbabwe] Police investigations have dismissed wide reports sparked by social media suggesting a baby was struck dead by a baton wielding police officer while strapped on its mother's back.

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Source: allAfrica.com

Motorists warned to expect delays on Gordon Town Road alternative route

Motorists who use Savage Pen Road in St Andrew should expect delays on that roadway over the course of the next week. The National Works Agency (NWA) says activities have been ramped up and are now concentrated in the northern section of the...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Leaked Trump Audio Tapes Show Attempt to Change the Georgia Election Results. | Chicago Defender

In leaked audio, Trump tells the Secretary of State to 'find' votes. 'I just want to find 11,780 votes', Trump says to Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The leaked phone call first reported by the Washington Post sent shockwaves through political circles. Astonished at Trump's level of

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Source: Chicago Defender

Black Lives Matter DC demands city government and business leaders stop attacks by violent Trump supporters | Afro

‘Tell the racists that they’re not welcome in our city!’ WASHINGTON — Today, Black Lives Matter DC leaders issued demands to Mayor Bowser, Deputy Chief Contee, City Council members and business owners and leaders in the District, telling them to send a clear message to racist Trump supporters

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One more COVID-19 death, 118 new cases

Jamaica on Saturday recorded one more COVID-19 death, pushing the tally to 304. The deceased is a 90-year-old woman from Hanover. And one other fatality is under investigation. Meanwhile, there were 118 new cases with ages ranging from 49 days to...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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