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Donald Oliver, award-winning sports journalist and Observer AV manager, has died
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Donald Oliver, award-winning sports journalist and Observer AV manager, has died
December 30, 2025
Jamaica Observer audio visual manager and prominent sports journalist Donald Oliver has died. Oliver, who was the Press Association of Jamaica’s Sport...
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487 fewer murders
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487 fewer murders
Police commissioner says performance not a marginal improvement
Jason Cross | Reporter 
December 30, 2025
Top cop Dr Kevin Blake has put forward data which, he insists, show that the 310 fatal shootings by the police this year, recorded by the Independent ...
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter 
December 30, 2025
WITH the Government’s waiver of customs duty and General Consumption Tax (GCT) on Hurricane Melissa relief items to end in a matter of hours, Alexande...
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
Kevin Jackson 
December 30, 2025
Outside the entrance of the ballroom at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston one lady was overheard saying to another, “People want a release fro...
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
December 30, 2025
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, (CMC) — Daren Sammy’s future as all-format head coach could hinge on the West Indies’ performance at the upcoming T20 World C...
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HOME SWEET HOME?
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HOME SWEET HOME?
JaBA hunt $44 million in bid to host FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 30, 2025
DESPITE the multimillion-dollar cost facing the Jamaica Basketball Association (JABA) in hosting the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers next year, Pre...
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Wedding Planning Like a Pro: Tools and Tips to Keep You Sane
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Wedding Planning Like a Pro: Tools and Tips to Keep You Sane
December 30, 2025
Planning a wedding can feel like a full-time job — juggling vendors, budgets, timelines, and countless decisions, all while trying to enjoy your engag...
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Viral moments that defined Jamaica in 2025
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Viral moments that defined Jamaica in 2025
December 29, 2025
From moments of heartbreak to resilience to humour, 2025 was a year of mixed emotions for Jamaicans, experienced in real-time through timelines, lives...
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Donald Oliver, award-winning sports journalist and Observer AV manager, has died
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Donald Oliver, award-winning sports journalist and Observer AV manager, has died
December 30, 2025
Jamaica Observer audio visual manager and prominent sports journalist Donald Oliver has died. Oliver, who was the Press Association of Jamaica’s Sport...
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Women playing more dominant role in human trafficking
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Women playing more dominant role in human trafficking
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Children’s Advocate and National Rapporteur on Trafficking in Persons, Diahann Gordon Harrison, says that women are gradually assu...
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Holness outlines roof repairs, waste reform in hurricane recovery push
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Holness outlines roof repairs, waste reform in hurricane recovery push
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the Government is moving from disaster relief to long-term recovery following the passage of Hu...
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Racing United rally to earn point with 1–1 draw with Arnett Gardens in JPL
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Racing United rally to earn point with 1–1 draw with Arnett Gardens in JPL
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Premier League leaders Racing United rallied to earn a point after they played out a 1-1 draw against Arnett Gardens at th...
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Two dead following bingo game ambush in St James
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Two dead following bingo game ambush in St James
December 30, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The St James police are now investigating the shooting deaths of two men on Monday night in the community of Orange. The deceased ...
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Dequity Capital Management calls off IPO after failing to meet minimum subscription
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Dequity Capital Management calls off IPO after failing to meet minimum subscription
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dequity Capital Management Limited has terminated its planned initial public offering (IPO) after the share sale failed to attract...
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Chart-topping hits, the inner circle close by, and bottles popping until daybreak — the ultimate Christmas Eve checklist! Page 2 remains in festive mo...
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JPS ups power restoration effort
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JPS ups power restoration effort
...72 specialised vehicles arrive in Montego Bay
December 30, 2025
JAMAICA Public Service Company (JPS) received another major boost to its electricity restoration effort in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa with the...
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Falmouth double murder victims identified
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Falmouth double murder victims identified
December 30, 2025
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — The police have released the identities of the two men who were fatally shot in Falmouth, Trelawny, on Monday afternoon. The decea...
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St Mary to serve up fireworks at Pagee Beach
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St Mary to serve up fireworks at Pagee Beach
December 30, 2025
ST MARY, Jamaica — Pagee Beach will be the stage for an epic New Year’s Eve bash, which has taken on added significance for families and businesses im...
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487 fewer murders
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487 fewer murders
Police commissioner says performance not a marginal improvement
Jason Cross | Reporter 
December 30, 2025
Top cop Dr Kevin Blake has put forward data which, he insists, show that the 310 fatal shootings by the police this year, recorded by the Independent ...
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter 
December 30, 2025
WITH the Government’s waiver of customs duty and General Consumption Tax (GCT) on Hurricane Melissa relief items to end in a matter of hours, Alexande...
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Ex-heavyweight champion Joshua injured in deadly Nigeria highway crash
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Ex-heavyweight champion Joshua injured in deadly Nigeria highway crash
December 30, 2025
LAGOS, Nigeria (AFP) — Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua suffered “minor injuries” in a fatal car crash that killed two people Monday, ...
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
December 30, 2025
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, (CMC) — Daren Sammy’s future as all-format head coach could hinge on the West Indies’ performance at the upcoming T20 World C...
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HOME SWEET HOME?
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HOME SWEET HOME?
JaBA hunt $44 million in bid to host FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 30, 2025
DESPITE the multimillion-dollar cost facing the Jamaica Basketball Association (JABA) in hosting the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers next year, Pre...
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Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience
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Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience
December 30, 2025
FOLLOWING her first meeting with football’s world governing body’s top brass in Qatar, Jamaica’s Carlene Edwards was left excited as she sat amongst F...
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Russell, Narine, Holder lead Knight Riders into play-offs
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Russell, Narine, Holder lead Knight Riders into play-offs
December 30, 2025
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, (CMC) — The West Indies trio of Andre Russell, Jason Holder and Sunil Narine starred with the ball to help the Abu Dh...
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — GraceKennedy has expressed deep sadness at the passing of businesswoman and former director Mable Tenn. In a release, GraceKennedy...
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TRELAWNY, Jamaica — The Trelawny police are currently on the scene of a double murder on  Wellington Street in  Falmouth. It is not clear how they wer...
December 29, 2025
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