Jamaican-born doctor gets fellowship at top US hospital
Since 1991, U.S. News and World Report has recognised the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago as the 'Best Rehabilitation Hospital in America' - no other speciality hospital has been consecutively ranked the 'best'. In July this year Jamaican-born Paula Dawson...
Organisation of American States (OAS) observers for election day
THE COUNTRY'S election day proceedings have been given a boost with the addition of a group of independent observers from the Organisation of American States (OAS). Director of Elections Danville Walker and Albert R. Ramdin, assistant secretary general of the OAS..
Schools' preparations hampered
This is the season for back-to-school preparations, not only for students and parents but also for principals and teachers. While some schools have some knowledge of their students, as they have received much more information than the grades the students...
Proceeds of Crime Act setto break organised crime
A RULING, on Tuesday, in the Supreme Court, which saw the first case being brought under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2007, is just one of many to come as local crime investigative agencies seek to utilise the act to break the back of organised crime....
OUR: $50 million redress available to consumers
THERE IS approximately $50 million in compensation available to customers of the country's power and water utility companies owing to breaches of the guaranteed standards laid out by the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR). David Geddes, director of consumer and public affairs...
Son of murdered couple arrested
WESTERN BUREAU: The son of the couple who was murdered at their home at Seavie in Flankers, St.James, on July 29, has been taken into custody for the wounding of a man in the area that same day. The injured man, Roy Forbes, who was shot at least five times...
'Stronger NGO network needed'
Despite the fact that Jamaica has many non-governmental organisations (NGO) operating in the country, there is still a need to develop a strong support system for these groups, according to a representative of the European Union (EU)....
Nembhard appeals extradition
St. Ann businessman Norris 'Deedo' Nembhard, who is wanted in the United States to face charges of conspiracy to export cocaine and marijuana, has filed an appeal against a Full Court ruling last month. The court had dismissed a motion in which Nembhard...
Storm watch
When a storm threatens: Turn refrigerator and freezer to the coldest level. Freeze water in plastic containers. Sanitise bathtubs and fill with water. Secure all outdoor objects (such as awnings) by tying them down and bringing them in. Pick fruits such as coconuts....
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