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Williams remains disqualified, ineligible for World Champs selection
The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has ruled that 2015 IAAF World Champion in the 100m hurdles, Danielle Williams, remains ineligible for selection as part of its team for this year's event. Williams was disqualified from the...
CommentsMobay chamber president Winston Lawson to step down
The Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI) is holding an emergency board meeting to select a replacement for incumbent president Winston Lawson who is expected to tender his resignation today. Lawson, who was re-elected...
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Wrong target - DPP clears constable, puts senior cops, Gov’t in firing line for deadly police school foul-up
There was a litany of blunders, some by senior cops, in the moments before and immediately after a 2013 mix-up with live and blank rounds at the police training school in St Catherine, resulting in a five cops being shot, one fatally, a document...
CommentsJohnson Smith commits to thorough review after fishermen saga
Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith has admitted that more could have been done to get updates on five Jamaican fishermen in 2017 after the Government issued a waiver of jurisdiction to the United States Coast Guard to transport the men...
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Technology in Focus | ICT Authority to improve gov’t efficiency
For many Jamaicans, renewal of one’s motor vehicle registration or certificate of fitness can take up to an hour or more, because of long lines at the offices of Tax Administration Jamaica. Depending on the hour, day or month, this experience can...
CommentsChildren witness bad blood between mayor, custos in Trelawny
Western Bureau: The acrimonious relationship between Trelawny Custos Paul Muschett and Falmouth Mayor Collen Gager was on full display at the Jamaica Gasolene Retailers Association’s inaugural quiz competition final in Trelawny as the mayor flatly...
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Continuing the legacy - Williams determined to add name to J’can sprinting greats
While most of her peers try to figure out what to do with themselves, Jamaican teenage speedster Briana Williams is certain about what she wants to accomplish in life. The 17-year-old Florida native, who last week stamped her ticket to Doha, where...
CommentsAthletes not allowed to run ‘under protest’ – Watts
Chief starter Ludlow Watts said he would have violated IAAF rules if he had allowed hurdler Danielle Williams to run in the final of the women’s 100m hurdles under protest after she was adjudged to have false-started at the recently concluded...
CommentsDolphin Cove meeting rescheduled
Shareholders who showed up for the annual general meeting of Dolphin Cove Limited at the Courtleigh Hotel in New Kingston today were advised that a new date has been set for the final week in July. The notice on the Jamaica Stock Exchange website...
CommentsCredit union hits roadblock on JSE listing - Regulator questions whether deferred shares listing breaches cooperative rules
In what would be a first for a Jamaican credit union, shares issued to its members valuing $900 million are now targeted for listing on the Jamaica Stock Exchange, which could open up the possibility of non-members gaining ownership through regular...
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Ashe heads to Florida for ‘Boonoonoonoos’ showcase
Come next month, the Ashe Company will head to Florida for an exciting 2-for-1 musical showcase, dubbed ‘Boonoonoonoos’, which is scheduled for July 20 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Miami. According to the group’s executive director, Conroy...
Comments‘Bond 25’ teaser trailer released?
Possibly an attempt to satisfy the curiosity of eager fans waiting to hear the fate of their favourite MI5 agent, the producers of ‘Bond 25’ have released ‘first look’ or behind-the-scenes footage of the upcoming, yet-to-be-titled film. Curiously,...
CommentsLetter of the Day | Women are tired of being disrespected by men
THE EDITOR, Sir: Females of this nation are overwhelmed and tired of the day-to-day treatment meted out to us in homes, the streets, businesses, workplaces, schools, etc., by large percentages of males...
CommentsThe country’s citizenry must lead corruption fight
THE EDITOR, Sir: Edward Abbey, an American author, said, “A patriot must always be ready to defend his country against his government.” This statement expresses the reality about keeping corruption in any government in check. The desire for “more”...
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Orangutans, polar bears make a splash as Europe swelters
Berlin (AP): Orangutans at a Vienna zoo got buckets of water, lemurs in Rome enjoyed fruit, icicles and a polar bear took to a pool in Germany as much of Europe sweltered yesterday in an early summer heatwave. Authorities warned that temperatures...
CommentsMore than 100 migrant kids moved back to troubled facility
HOUSTON, Texas (AP): United States Government officials say they’ve moved more than 100 children back to a remote border facility where, lawyers reported, detained youngsters were caring for each other and had inadequate food, water, and sanitation...
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Something Extra | Wednesday
Nigerian High Commissioner to Jamaica Janet Olisa recently hosted the CFW Welcome Reception at her Millsborough Close residence. It was a night of high fashion, colourful local and international personalities, diplomats, designers and top models...
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Sagicor Life takes brokers 'All Aboard' an evening of fun
Sagicor Life Jamaica, recently took over the Venetian at the Terra Nova Hotel, with a cruise-themed All Aboard party. The occasion, which was an Appreciation Event for the company's insurance brokers, came alive with music, drinks, dance, games and...
CommentsRaising the 'Bar' with Dad's Outlook
“Anyone can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.” This quote, articulated by a former American professional baseball third baseman, Wade Boggs, echoed in sincere sentiments at the recently staged Father’s Day forum: Dad’s Outlook...
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OMG To Great Taste
Just outside the town of Mandeville is a gem where many locals love to take their daily coffee break. The OMG Restaurant, located within the Cobblestone complex at 1 Brumalia Avenue, is deemed by many as the place for all seasons. What was once the...
CommentsAshebre thrills dads
Last Thursday, Outlook magazine’s hosted a chat with a few tremendous dads. The hearty conversations opened appetites and culinary giant, Ashebre, was there to deliver superb munchies that were complemented by spirited sensations from Appleton...
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Editorial | Energy uncertainty, war and Petrojam review
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