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10 countries warn of ‘catastrophic’ Gaza situation
Dana Malcolm | Observer Online Reporter | Malcolmd@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 30 02:17 PM
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — The foreign ministers of 10 nations on Tuesday expressed "serious concerns" about a "renewed deterioration of the human...
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‘Ocean’s Eleven’ gang steals cash, gold from German bank over Christmas
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BERLIN, Germany (AFP)—Robbers used a large drill to break into a German bank's vault room during the extended Christmas break and steal cash, gold and...
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PAJ mourns passing of distinguished sports journalist Donald Oliver
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) is mourning the passing of sports journalist and broadcaster Donald Oliver. Oliver died sud...
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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
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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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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 12:17 PM
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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December 30 12:16 PM
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 12:07 PM
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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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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Access Financial moves upmarket with Herizon women-in-business loan
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December 28, 2025
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Caribbean companies face higher tax bill due to OECD changes
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December 28, 2025
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Building Wealth One Christmas Gift at a Time
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Pensioner, 91, awaits final missing pension payment after decade-long struggle
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Dequity IPO misses the mark
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NORBROOK’S PANAMANIAN PLAY
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December 26, 2025
Platinum Brands investing US$15 million in new Panamanian KFCs
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Kintyre Holdings forms JV with Miracle Corp to launch consumer goods brand
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BOJ: Slow hurricane rebuilding risks higher inflation
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Karena Bennett | Senior Business Reporter | bennettk@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 24, 2025
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BOJ waives ACH charges after RTGS upgrade
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December 24, 2025
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CAC 2000 exits retail storefronts in cost-cutting move
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December 24, 2025
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BOJ: banks can weather Melissa and keep credit flowing
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BOJ: banks can weather Melissa and keep credit flowing
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December 24, 2025
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GraceKennedy takes full control of dairy venture in global food push
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A January budget reset
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Jetcon drives into next chapter on new wheels and renewed optimism
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Massy reaps from structured portfolio in 2025
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Massy reaps from structured portfolio in 2025
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YWOP/YMOP: Resilience means knowing when to pivot
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Cyber vulnerabilities on watch despite Melissa distractions
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