Businesses given more time to file July GCT returns

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Businesses given more time to file July GCT returns

The deadline for businesses to pay over July consumption taxes to the Government has been extended to September. The Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) says the August 31 due date was adjusted out of consideration to taxpayers who may have been...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Like your time as a freshman in college, that COVID-19 15—or should we say 20—is real. And for Will Smith, one of the world’s biggest movie stars, the effects of being in the house are catching up to him. “This is the body that carried me through an entire pandemic and countless days grazing

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New ad from Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight warns young Black voters about 'Jim Crow 2.0' - TheGrio

Fair Fight Action is warning Black Americans about the dangers of voter suppression in a unique way. The organization has... View Article The post New ad from Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight warns young Black voters about 'Jim Crow 2.0' appeared first on TheGrio.

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Source: theGrio

'Am I Really This Old’: Video of Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Posted By Their Daughter Aoki Sends Fans Down Memory Lane

Aoki Lee Simmonstook fans back in time on April 28, when the 18-year-old shared throwback photos of her mother, model and entrepreneurKimora Lee Simmons, and […]

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Digicel’s simple plan, still paying dividends

A simple plan, pegged to more than $200 million worth of investment in infrastructure, human resources, goods and services over the past 20 years, is the success formula behind telecommunications giant Digicel. Board chairman of Digicel Jamaica,...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Clean Kulture events to hire youth Djs - NewsDay Zimbabwe

BY REJOICE NCUBE BULAWAYO -BASED company Clean Kulture events has announced that they will be hiring young aspiring artists among them DJs to inspire The post Clean Kulture events to hire youth Djs appeared first on NewsDay Zimbabwe.

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

Mother battling cancer asks for a fighting chance

Debbie Powell has been battling breast cancer since February 2018 and is appealing for a fighting chance at life. The mother of two, a 22-year-old son and a 13-year-old daughter, fears dying and leaving her teen behind. “I woke up one morning...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Lisa Leslie: I should've sued WNBA, coach after he 'put his hands on me' - TheGrio

Lisa Leslie is speaking out on TV One’s UNCENSORED and she is not holding back. The basketball legend opened up about her regret... View Article The post Lisa Leslie: I should've sued WNBA, coach after he 'put his hands on me' appeared first on TheGrio.

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Digicel uses storytelling, drama, music to make reading fun

Smiles and laughter filled a makeshift reading room as students from 10 schools across Kingston, St Andrew, and St Catherine eagerly participated in Digicel’s ‘MekWi Read Together’ Read Across Jamaica Day activity. The event, held at its Delves...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Not So Jolly Roger: Judge Bans Wedding Because Of Groom’s Jack Sparrow Costume – The Wilmington Journal

A judge refused to marry a Spanish couple because the groom turned up at the registry office dressed as Captain Jack Sparrow from the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, while the bride was wearing a [...]

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Source: The Wilmington Journal

Stellar Award-Nominated Group, Trilogy, “Keep It Movin” With The Release Of Their Anticipated Album “Blank Script”

TRILOGY JOINS FORCES WITH UNITED ALLIANCE MUSIC GROUP/SONY/THE ORCHARD TO RELEASE BLANK SCRIPT NASHVILLE, TN, USA, May 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crisp harmonies, heart-moving lyrics, and an innovative, fresh production that elevates …

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Civil Rights Leaders React: Facebook Upholds Trump Ban, But Leaves Door Open For His Return

Civil rights leaders argued that Facebook should take a definitive stance on Trump accessing a communication tool that the former president has often used to promote violence and chaos.

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Former IMF rep is new CDB president

Former Senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) resident representative in Jamaica, Dr Hyginus ‘Gene’ Leon, took office as the sixth president of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) yesterday. The St Lucia native, who served as the IMF’s standard-...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Kel Mitchell shares super sweet video of daddy-daughter hairstyle moment

If you were born in the 90s, you probably know Kel Mitchell from Nickelodeon staples like Kenan & Kel or... View Article The post Kel Mitchell shares super sweet video of daddy-daughter hairstyle moment appeared first on TheGrio.

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Shekinah Jo Spills Tea on Tiny Leaving Her Out to Dry, Allegedly

Shekinah Jo had her fill over the weekend. She stated that she detested the fact that Tiny would allow the world to "tear" her down, even though she was defending her friend, who was in the room telling her what to say. What a mess. She also shared that she was doing Tiny's hair and that of the OMG

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Jamaican makes history at Virginia university

Jay-Anne Johnson was initially bothered by the fact that she was the only black student in her classes at the Virginia-based university she attended. But on Sunday, the Jamaica-born 21-year-old will become the first black female student to graduate...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Dr. Leon named new President of the Caribbean Development Bank - Voice Online

DR. HYGINUS ‘Gene’ Leon yesterdaytook office asPresidentof the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), becoming the sixth... The post Dr. Leon named new President of the Caribbean Development Bank appeared first on Voice Online.

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RIU reopens two more hotels

The Spanish hotel chain RIU has taken the decision to re-open two more of its properties in Jamaica. Starting tomorrow, the RIU Palace Tropical Bay in Negril and RIU Reggae in Montego Bay are set to welcome visitors. All RIU properties were...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

Man accused of killing neighbour over alleged racist row claims it was 'self-defence' | News24

Leon Coetzee, the man accused of murdering Thembinkosi Thabethe, following an uproar because of a WhatsApp message, said he acted in self-defence.

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Suspect arrested for murder of lesbian woman in Khayelitsha

A lesbian woman was brutally stabbed to death in Khayelitsha on Sunday. It comes a day after a gay man, also murdered, was laid to rest.

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‘This is Not a Drill’: J. Cole Sends Social Media Into a Frenzy After Announcing Album Release Date Following Three-Year Hiatus

J.Cole announced the release date for his next studio album, and, as expected, chaos erupted on social media. Titled “The Off-Season,” this album serves as […]

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The US is taking a major step toward resuming normal life | The Atlanta Voice

As May arrives, the US is taking a major step toward resuming normal life, with cities, businesses and entertainment venues announcing plans to begin reopening after the deadly winter surge of Covid-19 infections. New York City indoor dining capacity will expand to 75% beginning May 7, Gov. Andrew

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'You’re Just Showing Off': Marlon Wayans' ‘Dad Body’ Photo Inspired By Will Smith Goes Left After Fans Rave Over His Appearance

Marlon Wayans' "dad body" posts on Wednesday May 5, were anything but disappointing, according to his legions of fans who expressed how amazing he looks

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Jamaica’s support to St Vincent ongoing

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Desmond McKenzie says Jamaica’s efforts to assist St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) are ongoing as the islands continue to be impacted by continuous volcanic eruptions. A shipment of supplies...

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Source: Jamaica Gleaner

WATCH | US ex-cop convicted of Floyd murder seeks new trial | News24

Derek Chauvin, the white ex-policeman convicted of murdering African-American man George Floyd, has asked for a new trial on claims of jury and prosecution misconduct.

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