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JLP condemns ‘vile’ alleged NaRRA voicenotes featuring PNP executives
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JLP condemns ‘vile’ alleged NaRRA voicenotes featuring PNP executives
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) says it has taken note of  voicenotes  leaked on traditional and social media in which two PNP exec...
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‘Highway robbery’
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‘Highway robbery’
Impending toll increases receive pushback from JUTA, other transport operators
Jason Cross | Reporter 
July 21, 2026
“HIGHWAY robbery” is how Noel Williams, president of the Kingston Chapter of Jamaica Union of Travellers Association (JUTA) Tours, has described the i...
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Sweltering heat threatens egg industry
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Sweltering heat threatens egg industry
...farmers count millions in losses
Horace Hines | Observer Writer 
July 21, 2026
FALMOUTH, Trelawny — President of the Jamaica Egg Farmers Association (JEFA) Mark Campbell is urging members to protect their flock from an ongoing he...
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Supporting acts, fireworks fuel A Taste of Sumfest
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Supporting acts, fireworks fuel A Taste of Sumfest
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
July 21, 2026
Although thousands of patrons from across Jamaica and the Diaspora travelled to Plantation Cove in St Ann to witness the highly anticipated reunion of...
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World Cup champs Spain get heroes’ welcome home
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World Cup champs Spain get heroes’ welcome home
July 21, 2026
MADRID, Spain (AFP) — New World Cup champions Spain began their celebration parade on an open-top bus through the streets of Madrid on Monday, early e...
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A host of concerns
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A host of concerns
JFF confident about 2031 Women’s World Cup in Ja despite no FIFA decision
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
July 21, 2026
DESPITE FIFA expressing concerns about Jamaica’s readiness to host matches at the Women’s World Cup in 2031, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) Preside...
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More Than Practice: Why Your Wedding Rehearsal Matters
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More Than Practice: Why Your Wedding Rehearsal Matters
July 21, 2026
When couples think about wedding planning they often focus on the venue, flowers, menu, music, and décor. The wedding rehearsal, however, is sometimes...
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Jamaica received more than 1,300 deportees in 2025, says PIOJ
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Jamaica received more than 1,300 deportees in 2025, says PIOJ
July 20, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A total of 1,317 Jamaicans were returned to the country as deportees in 2025, a more than 140 per cent increase when compared to t...
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Agricultural Protection Branch more than triples arrests in first year
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Agricultural Protection Branch more than triples arrests in first year
July 21, 2026
ST THOMAS, Jamaica — The Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has more than tripled the number of arrests for ...
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Guyana govt raises capsized ferry death toll to 53
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Guyana govt raises capsized ferry death toll to 53
July 21, 2026
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (AFP) — At least 53 people died after a ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana over the weekend, Prime Minister Mark Phillips said ...
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Amber OnTime, Visual Vibe to launch taxi booking kiosks, in-vehicle media platform
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Amber OnTime, Visual Vibe to launch taxi booking kiosks, in-vehicle media platform
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Amber Group’s ride-hailing service, Amber OnTime, and Visual Vibe Limited have announced a strategic partnership that the companie...
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Police clarify assignment of close protection officers amid ‘limited resources’
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Police clarify assignment of close protection officers amid ‘limited resources’
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica –  The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has moved to clarify how it assigns close protection officers (CPOs) to public officials fol...
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Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers from Villa for reported UK record fee
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Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers from Villa for reported UK record fee
July 21, 2026
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — Chelsea signed England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa on Tuesday in a deal British media valued at £117 mill...
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Teens girl’s decomposed body in singer D4vd’s car was ‘unrecognizable’, court hears
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Teens girl’s decomposed body in singer D4vd’s car was ‘unrecognizable’, court hears
July 21, 2026
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — The body of a teenage girl found in the trunk of US singer D4vd's car had been decomposed to the point it was "unre...
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Alayne Richards | Reporter | AlayneR@jamaicaobserver.com 
July 21, 2026
One night. One stage. A whole lot of history. Jamaica’s most iconic music festival, Reggae Sumfest, took on a unique format for 2026 as titans Mavado ...
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JLP condemns ‘vile’ alleged NaRRA voicenotes featuring PNP executives
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JLP condemns ‘vile’ alleged NaRRA voicenotes featuring PNP executives
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) says it has taken note of  voicenotes  leaked on traditional and social media in which two PNP exec...
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Tropical Storm Bertha spreads across northwestern Florida
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Tropical Storm Bertha spreads across northwestern Florida
July 21, 2026
FLORIDA, United States (AFP) — Tropical Storm Bertha spread across northwestern Florida Tuesday, where it was predicted to bring coastal flooding and ...
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JUTC passenger experiencing breathing difficulties pronounced dead at hospital
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JUTC passenger experiencing breathing difficulties pronounced dead at hospital
July 21, 2026
KINGTON, Jamaica — A passenger who earlier on Monday experienced breathing difficulties while travelling on a Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) bus...
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WATCH: KSAMC cracks down on illegal billboards across Corporate Area
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WATCH: KSAMC cracks down on illegal billboards across Corporate Area
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has removed several illegal billboards and signs across the Corporate Are...
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FWCF renews call for clear limits on schools’ powers over graduation ceremonies
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FWCF renews call for clear limits on schools’ powers over graduation ceremonies
July 21, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) is renewing its call for greater clarity under the Education Act on the extent of school administ...
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World Cup champs Spain get heroes’ welcome home
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World Cup champs Spain get heroes’ welcome home
July 21, 2026
MADRID, Spain (AFP) — New World Cup champions Spain began their celebration parade on an open-top bus through the streets of Madrid on Monday, early e...
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A host of concerns
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A host of concerns
JFF confident about 2031 Women’s World Cup in Ja despite no FIFA decision
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
July 21, 2026
DESPITE FIFA expressing concerns about Jamaica’s readiness to host matches at the Women’s World Cup in 2031, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) Preside...
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Gilbert backs MBU for title bid next season
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Gilbert backs MBU for title bid next season
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
July 21, 2026
DESPITE the appointment of Argentine Javier Marcelo Ainstein as head coach for the 2026-27 Jamaica Premier League season, Montego Bay United (MBU) Tec...
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McKay hopes York’s rise inspires other clubs
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McKay hopes York’s rise inspires other clubs
July 21, 2026
JASON McKay has described York Football Club’s qualification for next season’s Jamaica Football Championship (JFC) as one of the most satisfying sport...
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24 provisionally entered for Jamaica Derby Classic
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24 provisionally entered for Jamaica Derby Classic
Ruddy Allen | Sports Writer 
July 21, 2026
Twenty-four native-bred three-year-olds have been provisionally entered for the 2026 Jamaica Derby Classic, the third and final leg of the Triple Crow...
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US Customs seizes over US$53,000 in undeclared cash from Jamaica-bound passenger
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US Customs seizes over US$53,000 in undeclared cash from Jamaica-bound passenger
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (CMC) — United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers have seized more than US$53,800 in undeclared currency fro...
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US Customs seizes over US$50,000 from passenger headed to Jamaica
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FORT LAUDERDALE, USA (CMC) — United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency says officers at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport...
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Jamaican teachers shine and thrive in US classrooms through Participate Learning’s Cultural Ambassador programme
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TEACHING is one of Jamaica’s most celebrated professions, and Jamaican educators have long been recognised for their dedication, creativity and impact...
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July 19, 2026
Guyana ferry with 116 passengers capsizes
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Guyana ferry with 116 passengers capsizes
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More traffic headache coming for motorists in Liguanea
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Jamaica received more than 1,300 deportees in 2025, says PIOJ
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Jamaica received more than 1,300 deportees in 2025, says PIOJ
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — A total of 1,317 Jamaicans were returned to the country as deportees in 2025, a more than 140 per cent increase when compared to t...
July 20, 2026
Thousands welcome home Argentina squad, without Messi, despite World Cup loss
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Thousands welcome home Argentina squad, without Messi, despite World Cup loss
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AFP) — Thousands of fans braved the cold and rain Monday to give a rapturous welcome to the Argentine football squad who land...
July 20, 2026
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