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Australia to toughen gun laws as it mourns deadly Bondi attack
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Australia to toughen gun laws as it mourns deadly Bondi attack
December 15 07:37 AM
SYDNEY, Australia — Australia's leaders agreed Monday to toughen gun laws after attackers killed 15 people at a Jewish festival on Bondi Beach, the wo...
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Director Rob Reiner, wife found dead in Los Angeles
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Director Rob Reiner, wife found dead in Los Angeles
December 15 07:10 AM
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — American director Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead at their southern California mansion, United States (US) ...
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Small clique, big damage
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Small clique, big damage
Vaz says utility vandalism targeted, not widespread
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:30 AM
Small clique, big damage
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UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
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UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
December 15 12:28 AM
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
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Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
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Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
December 15 12:26 AM
Mona High once again put their ISSA Walker Cup title on the line when they face Hydel High in the curtain raiser at 2:00 pm before many-times winners ...
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Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
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Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
December 15 12:26 AM
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
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No ban on parties
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No ban on parties
Holness counters social media rumours, endorses safe and regulated entertainment activities
December 15 12:26 AM
No ban on parties
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Not arrogance, just passion
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Not arrogance, just passion
Vaz rejects claims Gov’t shrugging off criticism, says focus is fighting misinformation
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:24 AM
Not arrogance, just passion
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Britney Spears shoots down album rumours
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Britney Spears shoots down album rumours
January 5, 2024
LOS ANGELES, United States (AP) — Britney Spears is shooting down rumors of a new album, vowing to "never return to the music industry". At the same t...
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‘Jimmy Solo’ respected for his insight
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‘Jimmy Solo’ respected for his insight
Howard Campbell 
January 4, 2024
James "Jimmy Solo" Howard, who played a key role in the development of West Kingston's music scene, died December 28 at age 80. His son, Dr Dennis How...
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Delly Ranx gives props to rhythm juggling
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Delly Ranx gives props to rhythm juggling
Kevin Jackson 
January 4, 2024
Veteran dancehall artiste Delly Ranx says the return of rhythm juggling is welcomed. The deejay, who is known for producing a string of hit rhythms ov...
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Gin ‘N’ Juice scores with patrons, promoter
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Gin ‘N’ Juice scores with patrons, promoter
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 4, 2024
The Ruins at The University of the West Indies, Mona campus, was jam-packed on December 23 as patrons partied the night away at the last staging of th...
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Marley’s grandson King Cruff takes flight with Shedoeneed
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Marley’s grandson King Cruff takes flight with Shedoeneed
Kevin Jackson 
September 22, 2023
Despite working several jobs before he got signed to a major label, music was always the first love for King Cruff. After all, he has music in his DNA...
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It’s My Turn for Troy Bronxz
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It’s My Turn for Troy Bronxz
Howard Campbell 
September 19, 2023
When deejay Troy Bronxz was approached to contribute a song to the My Turn rhythm he had no difficulty coming up with lyrics to Ex Man, which he says ...
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Lannlord drops new Afrobeat single
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Lannlord drops new Afrobeat single
September 15, 2023
Dancehall artiste Lannlord is in an upbeat mood as he promotes his new Afrobeat single titled Forever. "I've always wanted to record an Afrobeat track...
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All about D’Yani’s Feelings
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
All about D’Yani’s Feelings
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 22, 2023
Dancehall artiste D'Yani has gained hold of a large female following. Though known for his sultry tracks and suave image, he believes his ability to b...
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Singjay Sasique making a name
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Singjay Sasique making a name
Howard Campbell 
November 20, 2022
THIS year marks singjay Sasique's 10th anniversary in the music business. It has been a career of highs, lows and frustration. But the saucy artiste's...
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Tyrone Downie dead at 66
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Tyrone Downie dead at 66
November 6, 2022
T yrone Downie, a pivotal member of Bob Marley and The Wailers, died in Kingston on Sunday at age 66. The Wailers disclosed the organist/keyboardist's...
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‘BADDISH’ aims to thrill
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‘BADDISH’ aims to thrill
Kevin Jackson 
October 7, 2022
THE promoters of 'BADDISH' are hoping to attract lovers of soca and dancehall music at the first staging scheduled for Friday, October 14 at Ocean Bou...
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Mikey Xodus has the magic touch
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Mikey Xodus has the magic touch
September 28, 2022
With 25 years of experience under his belt, recording artiste Mikey Xodus has high hopes that he will leave an indelible mark in the music industry. "...
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Ockeino Grant believes in diversity
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Ockeino Grant believes in diversity
September 9, 2022
US-based, Jamaican-born gospel artiste Ockeino Grant does not believe in limiting himself to any genre of music. "I grew up listening to various genre...
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Ala.Ni to jazz it up
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
Ala.Ni to jazz it up
April 29, 2022
AFTER spending several months on the island producing her self-titled sophomore album, recognised chanteuse Ala.Ni is the headliner for this evening’s...
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QQ, ‘twins’ in Triple  Touch
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
QQ, ‘twins’ in Triple Touch
April 29, 2022
Local TikTok sensations Annatasia and Tannatasia Mills, collectively known as the T&A Twins, have hit a newer height of success after collaborating wi...
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Clarification
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Clarification
March 31, 2022
On Thursday the Jamaica Observer identified this woman, Keisha Cunningham, as a relative of the late Donald “Tabby Diamond” Shaw, lead singer of regga...
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teenTECH: The ZOOM effect
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teenTECH: The ZOOM effect
AP 
June 2, 2020
Zoom booms as pandemic drives millions to its video service Zoom Video Communications is rapidly emerging as the latest internet gold mine as millions...
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Social media, music world go dark for Black Out Tuesday
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Social media, music world go dark for Black Out Tuesday
June 1, 2020
NEW YORK (AP) Though Black Out Tuesday was originally organized by the music community, the social media world also went dark in support of the Black ...
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Teenager launches food delivery business
COVID-19, News, Teenage
Teenager launches food delivery business
BY CANDIECE KNIGHT Staff reporter knightc@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 29, 2020
WHILE many lament the harsh economic effects of the dreaded COVID-19 virus, one innovative St Catherine teenager is smiling all the way to the bank. S...
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Lessons to Learn & Things to Do Before 20
Teenage
Lessons to Learn & Things to Do Before 20
Charlene Buchanan 
April 19, 2020
Our teen years don't last forever and whether that news elicits a sigh of sadness or a sigh of relief, it's our job to make the best of those years. S...
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We Jus a Seh: Students Need Answers
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We Jus a Seh: Students Need Answers
April 19, 2020
Being shut in all day and all night might have you confused, so here's your reality check: it's late April. The novel CoronaVirus (COVID-19) continues...
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Beat the boredom (and win big) by entering the ‘We Have Rights’ competition
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Beat the boredom (and win big) by entering the ‘We Have Rights’ competition
April 14, 2020
A new competition is seeking to engage YOU - even as you remain at home during the battle to contain the coronavirus outbreak - on the pivotal matter ...
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Australia to toughen gun laws as it mourns deadly Bondi attack
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Australia to toughen gun laws as it mourns deadly Bondi attack
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SYDNEY, Australia — Australia's leaders agreed Monday to toughen gun laws after attackers killed 15 people at a Jewish festival on Bondi Beach, the wo...
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Small clique, big damage
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UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
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Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
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Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
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