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WATCH: NCB Foundation commends Black River community stalwart
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WATCH: NCB Foundation commends Black River community stalwart
December 27 05:02 PM
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A long-serving community volunteer whose quiet acts of kindness have touched generations in Black River was on Saturday recogn...
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Zachary Harding faces questioning in SSL fraud saga
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Zachary Harding faces questioning in SSL fraud saga
December 27 04:18 PM
Having previously declared that “my hands are clean”, former CEO of Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) Zachary Harding, is now facing questions from ...
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GraceKennedy mourns passing of business leader Mable Tenn
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GraceKennedy mourns passing of business leader Mable Tenn
December 27 04:14 PM
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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Three taken into custody in relation to SSL fraud probe
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Three taken into custody in relation to SSL fraud probe
December 27 03:22 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Three individuals have been taken into police custody following a coordinated early-morning operation by multiple law enforcement ...
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Man slapped with multiple charges including murder
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Man slapped with multiple charges including murder
December 27 02:31 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder, possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition and makin...
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Jackson welcomes security operations in SSL fraud case
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Jackson welcomes security operations in SSL fraud case
December 27 12:50 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Spokesman on National Security and Member of Parliament Fitz Jackson has welcomed the start of security operations link...
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Woman dies in motor vehicle crash in Trelawny
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Woman dies in motor vehicle crash in Trelawny
December 27 12:24 PM
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — A woman is now dead and a man nursing injuries following a motor vehicle collision along the One Mile main road in Falmouth Saturd...
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SLB to further enhance digital portal as part of ongoing transformation
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SLB to further enhance digital portal as part of ongoing transformation
December 27 12:19 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) is looking to further enhance its digital portal, a move that underscores the role of technology i...
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Caring for women’s health during the Christmas season
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Caring for women’s health during the Christmas season
A time for compassion and conscious care
Dr Daryl Daley 
December 21, 2025
CHRISTMAS is traditionally a season of joy, generosity and togetherness. Yet for many women across Jamaica, this year’s festive period arrives under t...
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Storing medications safely during power outages
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Storing medications safely during power outages
December 21, 2025
WHEN it comes to some medications, where and how you store them matters as they can quickly lose their potency if exposed to heat. Proper storage is t...
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Remember the shut-ins during the holiday season
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Remember the shut-ins during the holiday season
Maxine J Brown 
December 14, 2025
IT is estimated that during the holiday period, millions of travellers descend on airports, buses, trains, and every other means of transportation to ...
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Probiotics, prebiotics and fermented foods for gut health
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Probiotics, prebiotics and fermented foods for gut health
BY SUZANNE HILL 
December 14, 2025
A healthy gut is more than good digestion — it’s the foundation of strong immunity and overall wellness. The gut is home to trillions of microorganism...
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9 habits to help you stay consistent with your fitness goals
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9 habits to help you stay consistent with your fitness goals
BY LICHELLE PALMER 
December 14, 2025
MOST people don’t struggle with working out, they struggle with sticking to it. Motivation feels exciting at first, but it fades quickly. Life gets bu...
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Placenta consumption: What modern women need to know
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Placenta consumption: What modern women need to know
Dr Daryl Daley 
November 30, 2025
ACROSS social media and wellness platforms, one trend continues to gain attention: placenta consumption, also called placentophagy. From placenta smoo...
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Mood-boosting foods
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Mood-boosting foods
BY LICHELLE PALMER 
November 30, 2025
MOST people think of diet as a way to manage weight or physical health, but what you put on your plate can have just as much impact on your mind as it...
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People with leptospirosis symptoms urged to seek immediate medical attention
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People with leptospirosis symptoms urged to seek immediate medical attention
November 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Residents presenting with symptoms of leptospirosis are being urged to seek immediate medical attention. National Epidemiologist, ...
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Leptospirosis looms large
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Leptospirosis looms large
Dr Karlene Atkinson 
November 23, 2025
FIRST documented in the Caribbean in 1838, leptospirosis remains a major public health concern throughout the region. According to the Pan American He...
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Modern women deserve modern gynaecology
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Modern women deserve modern gynaecology
Dr Daryl Daley 
November 23, 2025
JAMAICAN women are evolving — in their ambitions, lifestyles, and understanding of their own bodies. Yet for too long gynaecological care has remained...
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Brewing better health communication
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Brewing better health communication
How to talk about cerasee so people actually listen
DR ALAPHIAH CAMPBELL-BYFIELD 
November 23, 2025
AS a nurse and health psychologist I walk a fine line every day. My training is rooted in complex science but my mission is to make that science usefu...
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10 surprisingly common causes of low libido
All Woman, Health
10 surprisingly common causes of low libido
BY LICHELLE PALMER 
November 23, 2025
LOW libido in both men and women is more common than many people think, and it’s not always caused by hormones or lack of attraction. In fact, some of...
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6 snacks that look healthy but come with surprising downsides
Health, Health & Fitness
6 snacks that look healthy but come with surprising downsides
BY SUZANNE HILL 
November 23, 2025
MANY snacks come packaged with words like “natural”, “low fat”, “organic” or “protein-packed”, but while these labels make foods appear healthy, the r...
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Amanda Rochester: Honouring her sisters, finding her strength
All Woman, Health
Amanda Rochester: Honouring her sisters, finding her strength
November 18, 2025
Amanda Rochester’s life was busy, fulfilling, and full of love. A dedicated nurse with a deep passion for caring for others, she thrived in her career...
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Breast cancer survivor Jean Archer finds strength and purpose in survival
All Woman, Health
Breast cancer survivor Jean Archer finds strength and purpose in survival
November 18, 2025
IN a household in Old Harbour, St Catherine, where community and family are at the heart of everyday life, Jean Archer’s story became the epitome of c...
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The copper T IUCD: A small device with big protection
All Woman, Health
The copper T IUCD: A small device with big protection
Dr Daryl Daley 
November 16, 2025
WHEN it comes to birth control, there’s one small but mighty option that often flies under the radar — the copper T intrauterine contraceptive device,...
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A vegan approach to nutrition for fitness
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A vegan approach to nutrition for fitness
BY LICHELLE PALMER 
November 16, 2025
IN today’s fitness world, more athletes and active people are turning to plant-based eating not just for ethical or environmental reasons, but because...
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The resistance band: A small tool with big impact
Health, Health & Fitness
The resistance band: A small tool with big impact
BY SUZANNE HILL 
November 16, 2025
IN the world of fitness, it’s easy to get caught up in heavy weights, fancy gym machines and high-tech gadgets. But sometimes the simplest tools deliv...
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PAHO calls for action as Americas loses measles elimination status
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PAHO calls for action as Americas loses measles elimination status
November 12, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) –  The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has called on countries, including those in the Caribbean, to strengthe...
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A call for more awareness about lupus
All Woman, Health, News
A call for more awareness about lupus
Nastacia Woodhouse’s journey to diagnosis, and hope for change
BY RENAE OSBOURNE Staff reporter 
November 10, 2025
NASTACIA Woodhouse has lived a life of paradoxes. Receiving her lupus diagnosis at 18 years old, she recalls being a fragile child who was often sick,...
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The other recovery: Caring for mental health after Melissa
Health
The other recovery: Caring for mental health after Melissa
DR RUTH WHITE 
November 9, 2025
AS a daughter of Black River, the last week has been so, so hard. I have so many emotions and writing allows me to express all that I am feeling. And ...
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Understanding Bartholin’s cysts and abscesses
All Woman, Health
Understanding Bartholin’s cysts and abscesses
When a small swelling becomes a big problem
Dr Daryl Daley 
November 9, 2025
MANY women have experienced that sudden discomfort – a small, tender lump near the vaginal opening that seems to appear out of nowhere. At first, it m...
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WATCH: NCB Foundation commends Black River community stalwart
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WATCH: NCB Foundation commends Black River community stalwart
December 27, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A long-serving community volunteer whose quiet acts of kindness have touched generations in Black River was on Saturday recogn...
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Zachary Harding faces questioning in SSL fraud saga
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Zachary Harding faces questioning in SSL fraud saga
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Having previously declared that “my hands are clean”, former CEO of Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) Zachary Harding, is now facing questions from ...
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GraceKennedy mourns passing of business leader Mable Tenn
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GraceKennedy mourns passing of business leader Mable Tenn
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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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Three taken into custody in relation to SSL fraud probe
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Three taken into custody in relation to SSL fraud probe
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Three individuals have been taken into police custody following a coordinated early-morning operation by multiple law enforcement ...
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Man slapped with multiple charges including murder
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Man slapped with multiple charges including murder
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder, possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition and makin...
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