Gas prices are expected to spike in Jamaica following Saturday's drone attack on the world's largest oil refinery in Saudi Arabia. The incident has disrupted the world's energy infrastructure and will have a major impact on supply and demand.
Author: Khadijah Thomas (Khadijah Thomas)
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Manchester Crime On The Decline, Husband Arrested For Teacher’s Murder
The Head of the Manchester Police Division, Superintendent Wayne Cameron says crime is on the decline in the parish. He made the statement at the recent Manchester Municipal Corporation meeting where he spoke about the efforts being made by police officers to identify, locate and apprehend criminals.
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Google Partners With COI For Caribbean School of Data
The Caribbean School of Data is expected to build a stronger data culture across the region. It will incorporate a range of data literacy programs targeting private sector enterprises. This includes data management, data integration, and building capacities and competencies.
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Hurricane Bruised Bahamas Brace For Another Tropical System
Bahamians are again preparing for another tropical system to hit the northern section of the country. Weather forecasters have announced that there has been another tropical depression identified to become a tropical storm by the weekend. If that happens, it will be known as Humberto. The prospects of Humberto comes just two weeks after Hurricane...
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CDEMA’S ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGE IN ABACO AND GRAND BAHAMA
Following the passage of Hurricane Dorian, many Bahamians have been left to pick up the pieces. Many have lost family members, others have lost their homes and belongings. However, numerous countries and organisations have come together to provide assistance to the ravaged country. The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) has been on location assessing...
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Security Expert Lauds the JCF’s De-escalation of Hostage Situation
Members of the local security force acted quickly in de-escalating a tense and dangerous hostage situation on Monday Night. Police reports indicate that two armed men entered a cash pot outlet with the intent to rob the premises but were interrupted when officers arrived on the scene. With nowhere to run, the men reportedly locked...
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Delegates React To PNP Presidential Results With Resignations
outcome of the People's National Party, Presidential Election is not resting well with many delegates who supported the Rise United Camp.
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Security Minister Says Extending Curfew Hours Necessary For Crime Management
Security Minister, Dr. Horace Chang was in Norwood, St James following Saturday’s killing of a 6-month-old baby girl. Police reports indicate that around 8:20 pm, patrons were at a bar when a motor vehicle drove up. Men armed with guns opened fire on the group then fired shots in the direction of a house. The...
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JTA President Reminds Teachers to Avoid Stress To Preserve Their Health
The President of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association, Owen Speid is calling on teachers to take breaks from the classroom for their health.He made the call recently while visiting the St Margaret’s All-Age School in Portland. At the start of the back to school period, an educator passed away after ailing with an illness over a...
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Public Sector Workers Benefit From Energy Workshop
Public Sector workers who recently participated in the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica Energy Workshop benefited from training in Energy Management, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Intervention. A Canadian Research Scientist, Wayne Groszko was one of the speakers at the event. He says public sector workers must be aware of energy efficiency in order to cut...