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No disrespect! - PM responds to criticisms over his treatment of Derrick Smith 
The leadership of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) is closing ranks today in the face of growing criticism of its handling of the change in leadership of the national security ministry. Several callers to The Gleaner and to radio talk shows, including well-known workers...
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 Attack factors of crime, says MacMillan
Government to boost small businesses in Jamaica
'We have an excellent relationship'
Jones dismisses transfer rumours
Force reshuffled to aid anti-crime initiative
Analyst says additional minister unnecessary
Spanish shun Jamaica
MacMillan crime plan back in the spotlight
Convicted arms broker charged in Jamaica deal
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Ready to rumble: University of the West Indies (UWI) student prepares to face the competition 
It's early May and exams at the University of the West Indies (UWI) are in full swing. There is tension on many faces, combined with rapid nailbiting and page turning. The campus is almost silent except for those students audibly swatting...
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Pointers for an effective résumé
Semaj's tips
Penlyne Castle farmers barred from lands
10% of sex abuse cases at camp are boys, says official
Manchester Closed to Crime Initiative - Returned citizens' group heartened by security push
Jobs mooted as crime cure - Manchester youths want to 'work out' problems
Court delays threaten public confidence - DPP
St Jago sings last 'Noel' - Former headmaster reflects on the arts and life after retirement
Believe in yourself
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Rice deal - Guyana gives nod to CET waiver in exchange for guaranteed orders 
Jamaica and Guyana have reached an understanding that clears the way for Kingston to source world markets for 9,000 tonnes of rice outside of Caricom. Karl Samuda, minister of industry and commerce, made the announcement to assure the country that there was unlikely...
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JP snack operation back on track
C&WJ bundles up for competition - Hunts 15-20% new market share
NCB loses retail division chief
Finsac audit continues, says Shaw
Finsac debtors launch boycott campaign against lawyers, realtors
Barita portfolio rebranded
Human resource outsourcing an effective solution
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Aussies get ready for Jamaica match 
The touring Australians had a light work-out at Sabina Park yesterday ahead of Friday's opening match against Jamaica at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium. The full squad, led by captain Ricky Ponting, spent more than two hours doing drills to free up their legs after spending...
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Waterhouse lift COK Champions Cup
Stewart's Auto to the rescue
It's official, Samuels out for two years
Chukka Blue polo team too good for Indians
Wehby sets sights on Caymanas divestment
1,200 athletes for Blue Cross meet
JGA to name 10 players for Carib Junior Champs
Wrist injury keeps T&T's Jones out
Disunity at the heart of Seba's problems
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EDITORIAL - Tough message for Col MacMillan
No one needs to tell Colonel Trevor MacMillan the gravity of the problem that faces him in his new role as national security minister. If he needs to be told, he ought not be in the job - a presumptuous claim by anyone. We are going ahead, nonetheless, in reminding Colonel MacMillan...
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A golden opportunity
NOTE-WORTHY: Solar symbolism
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LETTER OF THE DAY - Should parenthood belimited by licence?
The Editor, Sir: This letter is just an added plea to the persons who have been given the responsibility to govern our nation to seriously take into consideration the future of this country as it pertains to happy-go-lucky procreation, or in other words...
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Bumbling messby the PM
Wanted: a new crime strategy
A plea from the ghetto
Why all the fuss?
Phases of gambling
The greening of Jamaica
Commendation of PM queried
Petty response to Cabinet reshuffle
Ongoing tribute to mothers
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'Sumfest will go beyond 2 a.m.' 
Unlike most events in Jamaica, this year's Reggae Sumfest should be allowed to go beyond the slated 2 a.m. lock-off point. Robert Russell, chairman of Summerfest Productions, promises that the event, which will take place from July 13-19, will be a good one. He also disclosed...
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NDTC plays to capacity houses in New York
Something extra
Air Supply delivers stellar performance to Jamaica's moms
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Profiles in Medicine |
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Dental sealants - Protect your child's teeth from decay 
Using a dental sealant (a thin plastic coating) is a safe, painless and low-cost way to protect your child's teeth from decay. Sealants have been used on children's teeth for more than 10 years. The thin plastic coating is bonded to the chewing surfaces of the molars and premolars....
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Response to readers' questions on Starchy vegetables and controlling high blood pressure
Dandruff be GONE!
Reduce bone loss with resistance exercises
Letters
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Parliament rejects nominee for PM 
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (CMC): One month after the Senate dismissed Prime Minister Jacques Edouard Alexis, lawmakers in Haiti have rejected President René Préval's latest nominee for the post. The Lower House of Parliament on Monday night voted by a margin...
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Copper thieves blamed for electricity black-out
Caribbean wants stronger trade agreement with Canada
CXC officials to hold 'leaked papers' meeting with ministry
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INDIA - Hospital official says 45 dead as six bombs rip through city
JAIPUR, India (AP) Six bombs ripped through crowded parts of an ancient city in western India yesterday, killing at least 45 people and wounding 100 others, police and hospital officials said...
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COLOMBIA - 14 warlords extradited to the US
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