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Most Affordable All-Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica: 10 Lush Mid-Range Picks
Travel Awaits
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July 23, 2025
There are around 7,000 Caribbean islands spread across the region—and they’re the stuff of vacation dreams. Videos by TravelAwaits Americans regularly flock to hotspots like the Bahamas, US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and even Cuba. Jamaica is...
Port Royal added as Jamaica's second UNESCO World Heritage Site
AOL
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, better known by its acronym, UNESCO, added a second heritage site in Jamaica this week, at Port Royal. According to the Jamaica Tourist Board, Port Royal is one of the oldest...
What’s special about the Jamaica Special Economic Zone?
Jamaica Observer
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July 23, 2025
Joanna Marzouca . A special economic zone (SEZ) is a designated geographic area within Jamaica where businesses operate under a special regulatory and tax framework. These zones are intended to promote investment, boost exports, create jobs, and...
Tackling barriers to pension planning in Jamaica
World Finance
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  Jamaica, a vibrant and culturally diverse Caribbean country, is known for its reggae music, stunning white sand beaches and warm hospitality. However, beneath the surface of this paradise exists a significant issue that is seemingly going...
Get in the game!
Jamaica Observer
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July 31, 2025
Jampro President Shullette Cox speaking during Tuesday evening’s opening ceremony for the three-day Caribbean Invest Forum (CIF) now underway at Montego Bay Convention Centre. ROSE HALL, St James — Jamaica Promotions Corporation (Jampro) President...
Jamaican-American Attorney Andell K. Brown named one of Miami’s most powerful Black leaders
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 19, 2025
Attorney Andell K. Brown, a Jamaican-born, U.S.-raised criminal defense lawyer with a national media presence and a deep commitment to community empowerment, has been named one of Legacy Magazine’s Most Powerful and Influential Black Business...
JBM and St Ann Chamber of Commerce champion Jamaica’s youth leaders
Jamaica Observer
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July 22, 2025
Dr Ransford Davidson, president of the St Ann Chamber of Commerce, (Right) Mrs Donna Marie Howe, Managing Director of the Jamaica Bauxite Limited, (Centre) Greg-Ann Johnson, First President of the St Ann Chamber of Commerce Youth Ambassador and...
Celebrations for Cooper's 40 Years at Bahamasair
Bahamas Local
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Bahamasair's Managing Director Mr. Tracy Cooper has reached a significant career milestone - 40 continuous years of selfless service to the national flag carrier. His achievements were recently celebrated by colleagues, family and friends who...
Jamaica Post Moving to Boost Competitiveness
Jamaica Information Service
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July 17, 2025
Amid heightened competition from courier companies, Jamaica Post is looking to implement measures that will boost competitiveness and ensure the sustainability of its operations. This was disclosed by Postmaster General, Lincoln Allen, during an...
Earth Today | Demystifying bats
The Gleaner
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July 31, 2025
THE NATURAL History Museum of Jamaica, in partnership with Bat Conservation International and the National Environment and Planning Agency, has created ‘Guardians of the Night: Celebrating the Wonderful World of Bats’, an informative and...
Today In Culture, Thursday, July 31, 2025: Eaves Opening At Lyric | Car-Free Days On Milwaukee Avenue | Cleve Carney Announces Hokusai Japan Fest
Newcity - Illinois
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July 31, 2025
Get Chicago & Great Lakes culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. ART Art Institute Defends Name Change Of Gustave Caillebotte Exhibit “Two things set Gustave Caillebotte apart from his Impressionist...
The 6 best free things to do in London this weekend
Time Out
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Now that July has come to a close and payday has landed, it’s going to be all too tempting to splash out in London over the next few days. We wouldn’t blame you, of course – there are all sorts of fantastic festivals, shows and events happening...
The Weeknd and Shakira to Headline 2025 Global Citizen Festival, With Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist
Variety
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July 22, 2025
The Weeknd and Shakira will headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival, with Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist performing as well, the international advocacy organization has announced. The festival will take place on Central Park’s Great...
Jamaican tv production veteran moves up the ranks at UK-based company
Jamaica Observer
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July 17, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—For more than two decades, the lens of videographer Germaine Patrick has captured moments that have entertained, informed, and inspired audiences around the world. From his humble beginnings in Jamaica to coordinating productions...
Manchester’s Royal Exchange rooted in slavery and colonialism, research reveals
The Guardian
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July 22, 2025
For more than 50 years it has been at the heart of cultural life in one of the UK’s biggest cities. But research has revealed Manchester’s Royal Exchange building was at the centre of slavery and colonialism, making it “one of the most important...
NY Jamaican Independence Gala sets US$500,000 target
The Gleaner
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July 22, 2025
NEW YORK: The Jamaican Independence Gala set to take place in New York on August 23 is hoping to realise the goal of raising between $500,000 and $1,000,000 to fund scholarships for Jamaican students to tertiary institutions, as well as assist a...
The Fusion project: Bridging the gap between the UK diaspora and Jamaica
The Gleaner
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July 22, 2025
The allure of visiting Jamaica has stayed with me ever since my first visit in 2017. The place I call “home”, the land of my parental and maternal grandparents, holds a cherished memory in my heart. Through my studies and work with The Weekly...
Young people want substance, ready to come off the political sidelines
The Gleaner
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July 31, 2025
WESTERN BUREAU: As Jamaica gears up for the impending general election, some young Jamaicans have decided that this time around, they will not be only watching from the sidelines but will be speaking up and demanding meaningful inclusion in the...
Analysis delves into digital trust barrier facing Jamaica’s national ID
Biometric Update
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July 21, 2025
Jamaica has been discussing the introduction of identity cards since the 1970s, but has made limited progress. The main culprit behind this is the lack of public trust in the project and the government’s failure to bridge that gap, according to a...
Jamaica’s labour dilemma: A blueprint for inclusive growth
Jamaica Observer
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July 17, 2025
Securing a robust labour force to sustain growth over the next decade is one of Jamaica’s most pressing economic challenges.l On Thursday, July 10, 2025, the ground-breaking ceremony for the Westlands Expansion Project at the Kingston Freeport...