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TOP STORY
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:06 am
WESTERN BUREAU: Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has indicated that he might have to use emergency powers to prevent people from moving onto lands at Coopers Pen, Trelawny, in an attempt to secure a place in the Government’s planned relocation programme. Holne
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Pearnel Charles celebrates 90
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
‘Our grief must become action’
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
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⚑ WORLD NEWS 4 STORIES
Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville
BBC World · 4:24 am
A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.
Venus Williams bows out of US Open with straight-sets defeat to Sofia Kenin
Al Jazeera · 4:20 am
The 46-year-old US veteran loses to wildcard compatriot but will play in women's doubles with sister Serena Williams.
Iran attacks Jordan, UAE after US bombs Larak Island: What’s the latest?
Al Jazeera · 4:19 am
The retaliatory attacks came after the US targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
Kazakhstan’s Tokayev appoints longtime adviser as vice president
Al Jazeera · 4:07 am
Erlan Karin has served as a top ⁠⁠aide to Tokayev since he took over the presidency in 2019.
⚑ CARIBBEAN 3 STORIES
Local organisation to host coastal cleanup across five locations
St. Lucia Times · 6:08 pm
The Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN) Saint Lucia Chapter is preparing to host the annual International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) in Saint Lucia.
Saint Lucians celebrate La Woz amid calls for a national flower festival
St. Lucia Times · 5:42 pm
The La Woz Festival (the Rose Festival) is celebrated in Saint Lucia on August 30 each year. It is one of two flower festivals that form part of Saint
Estwick elected DLP president
Barbados Today · 4:15 pm
Former Cabinet Minister Dr David Estwick is the new president of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP). Estwick, one of the members of the “old guard” who
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⚑ POLITICS & GOVERNMENT 5 STORIES
‘Our grief must become action’
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
WESTERN BUREAU: Jamaicans are being challenged to break the culture of silence surrounding the abuse of children, with Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert, minister of state in the Ministry of Justice and Cons
Workplace inclusion must become part of everyday culture, says labour ministry official
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
Rather than simply being written into workplace policies, Conrad Saunders, programme coordinator in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s (MLSS) HIV Unit, says respect, dignity and fairness mus
From hardship to hope
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
For Marcelle’ Jackson, giving is not an act born out of abundance. It is born out of memory. She remembers watching her mother struggle to provide for her and her siblings, as overdue bills and rent e
Vote transfer troubles
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) is investigating reports that some electors, particularly in St Mary, have been unable to transfer their votes despite repeated attempts over several years. C
Schools urged to brace for dry spell
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:06 am
WESTERN BUREAU School leaders are being urged to intensify water conservation and rainwater harvesting efforts as Jamaica enters the 2026-27 academic year amid continuing dry conditions and forecasts
⚑ BUSINESS & ECONOMY 1 STORIES
Saffron Maxwell transforms the Jamaican crocus bag
Jamaica Observer · 12:00 am
⚑ ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER 1 STORIES
More than 20 people may be missing after Grand Canyon flash flood
Jamaica Observer · 5:17 pm
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⚑ GENERAL NEWS 3 STORIES
Former Lacovia star Dockery among four Jamaican winners in Berlin
Jamaica Observer · 8:42 pm
Application deadline extended for 2026 National Science, Technology and Innovation awards
Jamaica Observer · 4:45 pm
Pearnel Charles celebrates 90
Jamaica Gleaner · 12:07 am
Family, friends and political colleagues gathered at the home of former Speaker of the House Pearnel Charles Sr yesterday to celebrate his 90th birthday, which he officially marks today. Among those j
⚑ WESTERN JAMAICA 2 STORIES
Prime Minister Hands Over House to North Trelawny Resident WESTERN JA
JIS · 5:28 pm
An elderly resident, Dunstan Butterfield, became the owner of a new house on Friday (August 28), following the handover of his unit under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Prime [...]
Government to Address Issue of Informal Settlements WESTERN JA
JIS · 1:01 pm
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the situation in Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, could represent a watershed in how Jamaica addresses informal and irregular settlements. Dr. Holness sai
⚑ ANNOUNCEMENTS 7 STORIES
UDC Urges Jamaicans to Help Protect Public Assets
JIS · 5:29 pm
The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is appealing to Jamaicans to take greater responsibility for protecting and preserving the public spaces and attractions under its management. UDC Chairman, Nor
Prime Minister Hands Over House to North Trelawny Resident WESTERN JA
JIS · 5:28 pm
An elderly resident, Dunstan Butterfield, became the owner of a new house on Friday (August 28), following the handover of his unit under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Prime [...]
Application Deadline Extended For 2026 National Science, Technology and Innovation Awards
JIS · 5:16 pm
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has extended the application deadline for the 2026 Prime Minister’s National Medal for Science and Technology and the National Innovation Awards to Monday, [...]
$91 Million Bunkers Hill Water Project Commissioned into Service
JIS · 2:22 pm
Residents of Bunkers Hill, Mears, Broadleaf and Nairne Castle in upper Clarendon are now benefiting from improved access to potable water following the completion of the $91.6-million Bunkers Hill Wat
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