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Venezuela says oil exports continue normally despite Trump blockade
December 17 05:04 PM
CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP) — Venezuela struck a defiant note Wednesday, insisting that its crude oil exports were not impacted by United States (US) Pre...
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Winners of 2026 World Cup to pocket $50 million in prize money
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PARIS, France (AFP)—The winners of the 2026 World Cup will receive $50 million in prize money as part of a record financial contribution for the tourn...
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23-y-o trader charged with murder
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KINGSTON, Jamaica – A 23-year-old man has been charged with murder after the stabbing death of a 35-year-old man in Penn Avenue, Kingston 11 on Decemb...
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Man found not guilty of firearm charges in Supreme Court
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man accused of trying to dispose of a gun while trying to evade the security forces has been freed after the presiding judge fou...
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Gas prices down $3.06, Diesel down $3.06
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KINGSTON, Jamaica—Motorists should see a decrease at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, December 18, according to the latest ex-re...
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Antigua and Barbuda in discussions with US authorities following new immigration measure
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ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC) – The Antigua and Barbuda government on Wednesday said it is “actively engaged” in discussions with the United States authori...
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Swaby calls for consultation on proposed centralised permit system and One Road Authority
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Swaby calls for consultation on proposed centralised permit system and One Road Authority
December 17 01:40 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Mayor of Kingston Andrew Swaby, is calling on the Government to engage in dialogue with municipal corporations regarding its propo...
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GenXS launches fourth carnival season with ‘INFINITI’ theme
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — GenXS Carnival has officially launched its fourth season under the theme “INFINITI”, which aims to focus on cultural expression an...
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OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — A record 7.3 million people cast ballots over four days of advanced voting in Canada's election, official figures showed Tuesda...
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North America moviegoers embrace ‘Sinners’ on Easter weekend
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North America moviegoers embrace ‘Sinners’ on Easter weekend
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LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — North American moviegoers feasted on Warner Bros' vampire thriller "Sinners" as it debuted to an estimated US$45.6 ...
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Canada loses jobs for first time in 3 years as US tariffs bite
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Canada loses jobs for first time in 3 years as US tariffs bite
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OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — Employment in Canada fell for the first time in three years in March, the national statistical agency said Friday, as uncertain...
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Returning residents advocate Percival LaTouche has died
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Returning residents advocate Percival LaTouche has died
March 26, 2025
Percival LaTouche, a staunch advocate for the rights of returning residents in Jamaica, has died aged 85. He passed away at a medical institution last...
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Under threat from Trump, Canada calls snap elections for April 28
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Under threat from Trump, Canada calls snap elections for April 28
March 23, 2025
OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) -- Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney on Sunday called early elections for April 28, pledging to defeat Donald Trump's drive...
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Canada’s new PM Carney to call April 28 snap election
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Canada’s new PM Carney to call April 28 snap election
March 20, 2025
Ottawa, Canada  (AFP)—Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to call snap elections on Sunday, sending voters to the polls on April 28, t...
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Canada’s new PM Carney says Canada will never be part of US
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March 14, 2025
Ottawa, Canada (AFP)—Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday launched his term in office with a whole-hearted rejection of US President Dona...
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Mark Carney, Canada’s new PM charted unusual path to power
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OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — He was born near the Arctic, led the central banks of two major economies and has become Canada's prime minister despite never ...
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Mark Carney to be sworn in as Canada PM
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March 14, 2025
OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — Mark Carney will be sworn in as Canada's prime minister on Friday, taking charge of a country rattled by a breakdown in United ...
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Rubio says not going to discuss how to ‘take over Canada’ at G7
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SHANNON, Ireland (AFP) — United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he would not raise Canada's sovereignty when he visits Quebec later We...
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US hardens rules for visiting Canadians
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US hardens rules for visiting Canadians
March 12, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The United States (US) will require Canadians visiting for more than 30 days to register with authorities, the feder...
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Caricom welcomes additional aid funds from Canada
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (CMC) -The Caribbean Community (Caricom) Monday said it welcomes the announcement by Canada that it will be providing CAD $24.1 mi...
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Canada Liberal Party to choose new leader to replace Trudeau as PM
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Canada Liberal Party to choose new leader to replace Trudeau as PM
March 9, 2025
Ottawa, Canada (AFP) —Canada's Liberal Party names its next leader Sunday, with a former central banker and political novice favored to replace Prime ...
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Canada posts January surplus on record trade
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Canada posts January surplus on record trade
March 6, 2025
OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) — Canada posted a Can$4.0 billion trade surplus in January on record exports and imports, as threats of US tariffs saw a sudden b...
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More than 250,000 sign petition to strip Musk of Canadian citizenship
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More than 250,000 sign petition to strip Musk of Canadian citizenship
February 25, 2025
OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) – The number of people who have signed a petition calling for Elon Musk to lose his Canadian citizenship over his alleged efforts...
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Two CASE students benefit from Potluck scholarships
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Two CASE students benefit from Potluck scholarships
February 21, 2025
Potluck Caribbean Cuisine, a pillar of the Jamaican community in Mississauga, Canada, recently donated CAN$4,000 (approximately J$430,424) in scholars...
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Kardinal Offishall among seven to be honoured at 2025 UWI Toronto Benefit Awards
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February 18, 2025
Canadian rapper Kardinal Offishall, born Jason Harrow, will be among seven honourees at the 2025 University of West Indies (UWI) Toronto Benefit Award...
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Versions project pays tribute to Jamaican culture
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February 10, 2025
A global music project paying homage to Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage is set to launch its full soundtrack. Dubbed the Versions Hub, the project is...
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Jamaicans among workers abused under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program – Amnesty International
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Jamaicans among workers abused under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program – Amnesty International
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OTTAWA, CANADA - Jamaicans are among the thousands of foreign workers who are routinely exploited and abused by their employers under Canada’s Tempora...
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World awaits Trump tariff deadline on Canada, Mexico and China
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January 31, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The global economy is bracing for impact as United States (US) President Donald Trump's deadline to impose sweeping ...
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Canada attempting to coordinate with Mexico, EU and UK on response to US tariffs
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OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) - Canada is seeking to coordinate with the UK, EU and Mexico on US President Donald Trump's threatened tariffs, Foreign Minister ...
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Iley Dread hits out at crime wave
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January 23, 2025
Just three weeks into 2025, the crime statistics are stark in Jamaica, with over 50 homicides recorded according to the police. It has singer Colin “I...
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