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Some workers at the Kingston port terminal have walked off the job over union and salary-related matters. The industrial action follows a meeting with the wharf’s administration early this morning, which reportedly ended without a resolution.

Some workers at the Kingston port terminal have walked off the job over union and salary-related matters. The industrial action follows a meeting with the wharf’s administration early this morning, which reportedly ended without a resolution.

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The Ministry of Agriculture is urging members of the public against consuming, selling, or distributing chicken products that washed ashore in a shipping container along the Hellshire coastline in St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

The Ministry of Agriculture is urging members of the public against consuming, selling, or distributing chicken products that washed ashore in a shipping container along the Hellshire coastline in St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Miguel Ford had long dreamed of jumping mas at Carnival, and in 2025, he finally made that dream a reality on the road with Gen XS Carnival. He wore Sköll, a Norse-inspired costume designed by David Dewer. #GLNREnt #CarnivalinJamaica #ReadyFiDiRoad

Miguel Ford had long dreamed of jumping mas at Carnival, and in 2025, he finally made that dream a reality on the road with Gen XS Carnival. He wore Sköll, a Norse-inspired costume designed by David Dewer. #GLNREnt #CarnivalinJamaica #ReadyFiDiRoad

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Prior to saying our final goodbye, we remember the man, the coach and the legacy. 🇯🇲🕊️ Join us for a special feature on the life of Stephen Francis and his extraordinary contribution to Jamaica’s rise on the global stage in track & field.

Prior to saying our final goodbye, we remember the man, the coach and the legacy. 🇯🇲🕊️ Join us for a special feature on the life of Stephen Francis and his extraordinary contribution to Jamaica’s rise on the global stage in track & field.

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“Don’t handle him body too rough.” Those were the heart-rending words of Susan Harris as funeral workers lifted the body of her 23-year-old son, Theodore Hudson, from the scene of Friday morning’s horrific crash that claimed seven lives. Read more:

“Don’t handle him body too rough.” Those were the heart-rending words of Susan Harris as funeral workers lifted the body of her 23-year-old son, Theodore Hudson, from the scene of Friday morning’s horrific crash that claimed seven lives. Read more:

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Firefighters are responding to a blaze at a building at Up Park Camp in St Andrew, the headquarters of the Jamaica Defence Force, says Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford.

Firefighters are responding to a blaze at a building at Up Park Camp in St Andrew, the headquarters of the Jamaica Defence Force, says Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford.

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Dancehall artiste Skeng took the energy to another level when he made a surprise performance at Vybz Kartel’s #FreedomStreet at the National Stadium in St Andrew. #GLNREnt

Dancehall artiste Skeng took the energy to another level when he made a surprise performance at Vybz Kartel’s #FreedomStreet at the National Stadium in St Andrew. #GLNREnt

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Jamaica’s spin on Carnival keeps Phillipa Hogarth coming home to play mas, and this year she’s hitting the road with Xodus Carnival in Talon—an outfit inspired by the elegance and freedom of birds. #GLNREnt #ReadyFiDiRoad #CarnivalinJamaica

Jamaica’s spin on Carnival keeps Phillipa Hogarth coming home to play mas, and this year she’s hitting the road with Xodus Carnival in Talon—an outfit inspired by the elegance and freedom of birds. #GLNREnt #ReadyFiDiRoad #CarnivalinJamaica

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Steve McClaren has resigned as head coach of the Reggae Boyz, following tonight’s scoreless draw between Jamaica and Curaçao at the National Stadium. With the result, Jamaica missed out on automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #GLNRSports

Steve McClaren has resigned as head coach of the Reggae Boyz, following tonight’s scoreless draw between Jamaica and Curaçao at the National Stadium. With the result, Jamaica missed out on automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #GLNRSports

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A 12-year-old boy succumbed to gunshot injuries this morning after he, his mother, and his brother were ambushed by men on a motorcycle Friday morning. Read more: #GLNRToday

A 12-year-old boy succumbed to gunshot injuries this morning after he, his mother, and his brother were ambushed by men on a motorcycle Friday morning. Read more: #GLNRToday

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In Old Harbour, St Catherine, two men in rival political colours were spotted working together to fix a Toyota Probox on Election Day — a scene echoing reports across constituencies of Jamaicans putting aside party lines to lend a hand in times of need. #JaVotes2025

In Old Harbour, St Catherine, two men in rival political colours were spotted working together to fix a Toyota Probox on Election Day — a scene echoing reports across constituencies of Jamaicans putting aside party lines to lend a hand in times of need. #JaVotes2025

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Traffic through the Bog Walk Gorge in St Catherine has been brought to a halt after a train belonging to bauxite mining company Windalco derailed on Saturday, the police say. No injuries have been reported. #GLNRToday

Traffic through the Bog Walk Gorge in St Catherine has been brought to a halt after a train belonging to bauxite mining company Windalco derailed on Saturday, the police say. No injuries have been reported. #GLNRToday

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Agents from the United States Homeland Security have joined local law enforcement in an intensified crackdown on illicit lottery scamming activities in Western Jamaica over the last 48 hours. Read more: #GLNRToday

Agents from the United States Homeland Security have joined local law enforcement in an intensified crackdown on illicit lottery scamming activities in Western Jamaica over the last 48 hours. Read more: #GLNRToday

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The National Water Commission has put its approximately 500,000 customers on notice that it has applied for a 51 per cent increase in tariff from the Office of Utilities Regulation. Read more:

The National Water Commission has put its approximately 500,000 customers on notice that it has applied for a 51 per cent increase in tariff from the Office of Utilities Regulation. Read more:

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The gunmen who engaged the police in a deadly shoot-out in the community of Six Miles, which is located along the Sligoville main road in St Catherine, on Friday used a child as a ploy to open fire on cops. Read more:

The gunmen who engaged the police in a deadly shoot-out in the community of Six Miles, which is located along the Sligoville main road in St Catherine, on Friday used a child as a ploy to open fire on cops. Read more:

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The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has launched an emergency road-patching programme aimed at repairing some of the municipality’s most severely degraded roadways and easing traffic congestion. Read more: #GLNRToday

The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has launched an emergency road-patching programme aimed at repairing some of the municipality’s most severely degraded roadways and easing traffic congestion. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Transport Minister Daryl Vaz announced Wednesday that retrofitting, servicing, tyre changes, and route reviews for the rural school bus fleet have been completed. The 110 buses, set to cover 122 routes, will be ready for the new school year starting September 8.

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz announced Wednesday that retrofitting, servicing, tyre changes, and route reviews for the rural school bus fleet have been completed. The 110 buses, set to cover 122 routes, will be ready for the new school year starting September 8.

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Education Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon on Monday attended a ceremony marking the merger of Hydel and Cumberland high schools in Portmore, St Catherine, where the name of the newly merged institution was unveiled as the academic year got under way.

Education Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon on Monday attended a ceremony marking the merger of Hydel and Cumberland high schools in Portmore, St Catherine, where the name of the newly merged institution was unveiled as the academic year got under way.

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Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has ordered the security forces to immediately escalate targeted operations against criminals, declaring a zero-tolerance policy against organised crime. Read more: #GLNRToday

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has ordered the security forces to immediately escalate targeted operations against criminals, declaring a zero-tolerance policy against organised crime. Read more: #GLNRToday

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A botched emergency response at a multi-vehicle crash scene on Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril, Westmoreland, has led to the disclosure by the Ministry of Health that the ambulance and company involved have not been inspected for operation. Read more:

A botched emergency response at a multi-vehicle crash scene on Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril, Westmoreland, has led to the disclosure by the Ministry of Health that the ambulance and company involved have not been inspected for operation. Read more:

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Fire tore through the popular Usain Bolt’s Tracks and Records restaurant on Gloucester Avenue in Montego Bay, St James, early Saturday morning. The blaze, which began around 1 a.m., left extensive damage to the eatery.

Fire tore through the popular Usain Bolt’s Tracks and Records restaurant on Gloucester Avenue in Montego Bay, St James, early Saturday morning. The blaze, which began around 1 a.m., left extensive damage to the eatery.

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A woman was allegedly shot and killed by the police in Granville, St James, Sunday afternoon, during a protest to highlight an incident in which a 17-year-old boy was killed a week ago in another shooting incident involving the police. Read more:

A woman was allegedly shot and killed by the police in Granville, St James, Sunday afternoon, during a protest to highlight an incident in which a 17-year-old boy was killed a week ago in another shooting incident involving the police. Read more:

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Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel makes an appearance on stage at the People’s National Party’s 86th annual conference at the National Arena in St Andrew. He was accompanied by attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan and Chief Richard Currie, leader of the Accompong Maroons. #PNP86

Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel makes an appearance on stage at the People’s National Party’s 86th annual conference at the National Arena in St Andrew. He was accompanied by attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan and Chief Richard Currie, leader of the Accompong Maroons. #PNP86

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The first group of third-country nationals from the United States is now in Jamaica, following their arrival at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston on Tuesday. Read more:

The first group of third-country nationals from the United States is now in Jamaica, following their arrival at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston on Tuesday. Read more:

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A United States national died following injuries sustained in a vehicular crash in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Friday. It's reported that the woman, 64, was a passenger in a white 2012 Toyota Mark X motor car driven by a 31-year-old man. Read more: #GLNRToday

A United States national died following injuries sustained in a vehicular crash in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Friday. It's reported that the woman, 64, was a passenger in a white 2012 Toyota Mark X motor car driven by a 31-year-old man. Read more: #GLNRToday

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NOW: Pedestrians and motorists wade through floodwaters in Half-Way Tree, St Andrew, after heavy rainfall swept across the Corporate Area on Saturday. #GLNRToday

NOW: Pedestrians and motorists wade through floodwaters in Half-Way Tree, St Andrew, after heavy rainfall swept across the Corporate Area on Saturday. #GLNRToday

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Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the right balance is needed to address the grooming issues in schools which surfaced again recently at the McGrath High School in Treadways, St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the right balance is needed to address the grooming issues in schools which surfaced again recently at the McGrath High School in Treadways, St Catherine. Read more: #GLNRToday

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Members of the legal fraternity staged a silent protest outside the Supreme Court on Wednesday, calling for changes to mandatory sentencing under the Firearms Act. Lawyers plan a week-long withdrawal from criminal courts starting Monday. #GLNRToday

Members of the legal fraternity staged a silent protest outside the Supreme Court on Wednesday, calling for changes to mandatory sentencing under the Firearms Act. Lawyers plan a week-long withdrawal from criminal courts starting Monday. #GLNRToday

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“Look how unno a mash up the ting!” said Vybz Kartel as a fight broke out on stage during his #FreedomStreet concert at the National Stadium in St Andrew. It is unclear at this time what started the altercation. #GLNREnt

“Look how unno a mash up the ting!” said Vybz Kartel as a fight broke out on stage during his #FreedomStreet concert at the National Stadium in St Andrew. It is unclear at this time what started the altercation. #GLNREnt

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Swim training at the National Aquatic Centre in St Andrew was disrupted on Thursday after a national youth coach arrived to find the Olympic-sized pool nearly three-quarters empty. The pool holds an estimated 2.5 million litres of water.

Swim training at the National Aquatic Centre in St Andrew was disrupted on Thursday after a national youth coach arrived to find the Olympic-sized pool nearly three-quarters empty. The pool holds an estimated 2.5 million litres of water.

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Member of Parliament for St Elizabeth North East, Zuleika Jess, says she has been forced to defy government directives regarding the engagement of private contractors to clear roads in a bid to save lives in her constituency. #GLNRToday

Member of Parliament for St Elizabeth North East, Zuleika Jess, says she has been forced to defy government directives regarding the engagement of private contractors to clear roads in a bid to save lives in her constituency. #GLNRToday

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.Mark J. Golding’s criticism of the appointment of the Juliet Holness, who is the PM’s wife, as Speaker of the House of Representatives this afternoon drew the ire of gov't MPs who walked out during his budget presentation, bringing the sitting to an abrupt end. #BudgetDebate

.Mark J. Golding’s criticism of the appointment of the Juliet Holness, who is the PM’s wife, as Speaker of the House of Representatives this afternoon drew the ire of gov't MPs who walked out during his budget presentation, bringing the sitting to an abrupt end. #BudgetDebate

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Let's see if you have a good eye. Tell us who you spot in the audience at the Bob Marley Tribute Concert at Emancipation Park in St Andrew. #BobMarley #BobTributeConcert #ReggaeMonth

Let's see if you have a good eye. Tell us who you spot in the audience at the Bob Marley Tribute Concert at Emancipation Park in St Andrew. #BobMarley #BobTributeConcert #ReggaeMonth

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