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Disaster Housing Rollout: Jamaica says the implementation phase of Hurricane Melissa-donated housing is underway, with 924 containerised units already on island and 500 more expected soon, as Fitz-Henley and ODPEM/defence teams inspect models. Weather Watch: NOAA is forecasting a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season as El Niño develops, but warns one major storm can still hurt. Local Crime: Police suspect a domestic dispute behind the Westmoreland murder of Vinroy Holness, found with severe injuries at his home. Policy & Governance: The City Council in New York approved a Cultural Passport bill to boost borough tourism beyond the World Cup spotlight. Economy Pressure: PIOJ flags Jamaica’s 5.9% Q1 contraction and warns rising global oil prices could worsen inflation, the trade deficit, and recovery. Culture & Talent: Writer Kei Miller wins the US$175,000 Windham Campbell Prize.

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May 12, 2026

Double AA Donation Funds Nigeria School Renovation

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May 15, 2026

ATS Bookkeeping expands new client intake in Fairfax

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Chicago tea society plans Juneteenth hibiscus celebration in Bronzeville

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May 11, 2026

Queen Ifrica releases motherhood anthem ‘Mom Like Me’ ahead of new album

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Jamaica’s economy shrinks 5.9% in first quarter as Hurricane Melissa fallout persists

Jamaica’s economy shrinks 5.9% in first quarter as Hurricane Melissa fallout persists

Companies join a deep-sea mining rush after President Donald Trump executive order, as regulators fast-track permits

Companies join a deep-sea mining rush after President Donald Trump executive order, as regulators fast-track permits


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ICIC Celebrates National Small Business Changemakers and 2025 IC100 Award Winners

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May 17, 2026

Jamaica to Host 2nd CTO Air Connectivity Summit Next February

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NUGL, Inc. Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results with Revenue Growth, Positive Operating Income and Continued Delivery Expansion in Jamaica

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Volatus Aerospace Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results, Records Highest Q1 Gross Margins in Company’s History

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May 12, 2026

Double AA Corporation Donation Supports Keturah Hamilton Foundation’s Nigerian Elementary School Renovation Project

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Century Aluminum Company Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

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