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Eight-Year-Old Zoe Ravaz Turns Dance Roots Into a Music Career With Big Dreams

Jamaican youngster Kennedy Williams, known as Zoe Ravaz, left dancing for recording and live shows. She is nearing nine, has several tracks, and names Shenseea, Vybz Kartel, and Spice as idols.

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Good Heart | Tennis pros driving ambitious tennis project out west

Western BUREAU: A growing collaboration between two tennis professionals, Jamaica’s Kevin Simms and Canadian Chris Ancrum, is poised to revive tennis at the Broughton Primary School in Westmoreland and other schools in the parish.In addition to renovating the deteriorating tennis court at Broughton and establishing a charity to support the sport’s development, the duo, who hosted a tennis clinic that drew overwhelming excitement from students, is now exploring ways to grow the sport. “The next step for that court is to try to clean up the surface and get the surface to be a little bit better because, right now, it's quite rocky and rough,” Ancrum told GoodHeart

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Ras-I Launches Third Album Heart of Love at Janga's in St Andrew

Reggae singer Ras-I previewed his 13-track album Heart of Love at Janga's Soundbar & Grill in St Andrew, with family, friends and entertainers on hand before Friday's release.

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Vybz Kartel Buys US$3.9 Million Mansion In Florida — See Photos

Vybz Kartel’s recent Parkland, Florida mansion purchase Vybz Kartel’s real estate spree has hit Parkland, Florida, where the Dancehall star has purchased a US$3.9 million mansion on a private 2.19-acre lot. The seven-bedroom, six-bathroom home sold on May 12, according to public records, which lists the property at 10,107 square feet of interior living space

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Producer Countree Hype Pleads Guilty In Miami To Smuggling 30 Guns To Jamaica

Countree Hype Producer Countree Hype has pleaded guilty in a Miami federal case accusing him of smuggling 30 firearms and ammunition from Florida to Jamaica inside office chairs. Countree Hype, whose given name is Taugea Ubert Dayes, entered guilty pleas to two counts: smuggling goods from the United States and delivering a firearm to a common carrier without written notification, according to a release from the U.S

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101 Health Centres for SMART Upgrade
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101 Health Centres for SMART Upgrade

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Jamaica to Tackle Declining Birth Rate with National Family Support Strategy
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Jamaica to Tackle Declining Birth Rate with National Family Support Strategy

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Kingston professionals gather at AC Hotel for AI and future of work summit

The AI & the Future of Work Conference brought Kingston professionals to the AC Hotel for sessions on hands-on artificial intelligence adoption, with attendees in sharp suits and smart-casual dress as local enterprises explored productivity and growth.

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Health Ministry rolls out expanded Healthcare Workforce Strategy
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Health Ministry rolls out expanded Healthcare Workforce Strategy

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Health Ministry Establishes International Recruitment Unit
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Health Ministry Establishes International Recruitment Unit

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Three major hospitals for opening this fiscal year

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Three major hospitals for opening this fiscal year

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Evidence-Based Social Media Policy to Protect Children and Youth
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Evidence-Based Social Media Policy to Protect Children and Youth

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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$1B allocation to strengthen infrastructure maintenance
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$1B allocation to strengthen infrastructure maintenance

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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J$500M C.A.R.E. Fund to improve lifestyles, strengthen families
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J$500M C.A.R.E. Fund to improve lifestyles, strengthen families

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Ministry to Pilot Geriatric Clinics for Older Jamaicans
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Ministry to Pilot Geriatric Clinics for Older Jamaicans

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Sheryl Lee Ralph in periwinkle St John suiting draws focus at 2026 Disney Network Upfront in New York

The 2026 Disney Network Upfront red carpet in New York drew Sheryl Lee Ralph in a periwinkle St John suit alongside other talent from Disney, FX, Hulu and ABC as the company pitched its 2026-27 programming slate to advertisers.

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Something Extra | Wednesday

Something Extra | Wednesday Notes: Photo credits: Trevieno Cole Maternal love reigned in the hills above the city on Sunday afternoon in Newcastle, St Andrew. EITS Cafe welcomed scores of guests for its much-anticipated reopening with the Mother’s Day Brunch ’N Beats

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17-y-o Antonio Wallace impresses in bodybuilding debut

At just 17 years old, Antonio Wallace stepped boldly onto the bodybuilding stage for the very first time and made an impressive debut. The Ardenne High School grade-11 student, who resides in Portmore, emerged as the youngest competitor in this year’s Jamaica Bodybuilding and Fitness Association (JABBFA) Novice and Junior Championships, held on April 25 at the Courtleigh Auditorium.Despite competing against older, more experienced athletes and without guidance from coaches leading up to competition day, Wallace held his own, placing second in the Men’s Physique Juniors and fifth in the Men’s Physique Most Muscular categories.For many first-time competitors, simply stepping on stage is an achievement

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Flippa Mafia Arrested After Wiretaps And iCloud Photos Link Him To New NJ Drug Ring

Flippa Mafia Dancehall artist Flippa Mafia, the self-styled “Flossing King,” has been charged in a New Jersey federal drug conspiracy case built partly on evidence from his Apple account and intercepted phone calls. The criminal complaint, which was unsealed on Monday and obtained by DancehallMag, named Flippa, whose real name is Andrew Davis, Damion Jones, Clifford Brown, and James McBride

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A mother’s dream comes true - American activist and author Marley Dias talks new book, maternal roots

In the fifth grade, a bright-eyed Marley Dias grew curious about her school’s curriculum and the absence of books featuring black girls as central characters. Troubled by the lack of representation, she raised the issue with her mother, who encouraged her to become the change she wished to see in the world

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Island Dolls to showcase on Mother’s Day

Right on the heels of Island Dolls preparing to host its showcase at The Pegasus hotel on Mother’s Day, creator Beverley Robotham-Reynolds got some great news. The Miss World organisation featured her dolls on their Instagram page on Thursday with the headline ‘Miss World 1976 Cindy Breakspeare honored with a handcrafted doll at Fashion Elevation showcase in Jamaica’

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Fifth Kick 4 Ur Heart football tournament backs cardiac screening after personal losses

Youth teams played at Ballaz Liberty Park Academy as the annual Kick 4 Ur Heart event raised money for heart checks and coach support. Founder Andre Virtue links the drive to his father’s death and a Manning Cup tragedy, with Gatorade adding hydration backing.

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Karen Brown embraces motherhood after brother’s death and family hardship

JPS customer service manager Karen Brown became guardian to her brother’s three children in 2020, building a new family life through grief, illness, Hurricane Melissa and work demands.

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Amputee football players in Rwanda find healing, sense of community

Kigali, Rwanda (AP): The players struck their crutches against each other as they chased a soccer ball, as well as a larger dream of competing at the global level. Children shrieked in joy as they watched a goalie dive to block an attempt with her remaining hand.Amputee football, a seven-a-side version of the game in which players roam the field on crutches and goalkeepers have one arm, has grown steadily in Rwanda over the past decade

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Health Ministry Offers Free Health Screening, Vaccinations for Vaccination Week in the Americas
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Health Ministry Offers Free Health Screening, Vaccinations for Vaccination Week in the Americas

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Jamaica to Host Global Leaders for Congress on Adolescent Health
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Jamaica to Host Global Leaders for Congress on Adolescent Health

Tabled for discussion ten year strategic plan 2019-2030 vision for health 2030 foreword executive summary of the strategic plan introduction context strategic framework guiding principles strategic goal 1: safeguarding access to equitable, comprehensive and quality health care strategic goal 2: the stewardship capacity of the ministry of health & wellness is strengthened to improve leadership and governance to achieve universal access to health and universal health coverage strategic goal 3: increased and improved health financing for equity and efficiency strategic goal 4: ensuring human resources for health sufficient in number and competencies aligned to the model of care and committed to the mission strategic goal 5: social participation and health promotion to address the social determinants of health strategic goal 6: making reliable and modern infrastructure available for health service delivery implementation, monitoring and evaluation annexes annex 1: basic package of health services by primary, secondary and tertiary care annex 2: proposed primary health care structure glossary 3 4 7 8 10 11 13 18 22 27 30 33 36 38 40 42 table of contents mohw: vision for health 2030 3 foreword this vision for health 2030 - ten-year strategic plan signals our intentions and communicates our vision for the health of and health care delivery system for our population. for the next ten years, our challenge is to find the most effective mix of prevention and treatment measures that makes the best use of our resources in improving health and extending life

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Immaculate High & Bamboo Primary Top National School Moves Day Competition
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Immaculate High & Bamboo Primary Top National School Moves Day Competition

Kingston, Jamaica. Friday, May 1, 2026: Immaculate Conception High School and Bamboo Primary School have emerged as the winners of the National School Moves Day Competition, which formed part of National School Moves Day, a school-led observance under the Jamaica Moves in Schools programme

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Ras-I unveils Heart of Love preview at Anchor Studio gathering in St Andrew

Roots-reggae artist Ras-I played his unreleased Heart of Love album for guests Thursday at Anchor Recording Studio in St Andrew, mixing sharp attire with courtyard congratulations after the playback.

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Córdoba’s Sauvignon Blanc Moment

In Córdoba, International Sauvignon Blanc Day, May 1, was welcomed not as a ritual but more like a statement with quiet assurance. A region that has long watched Argentina’s wine narrative unfold from the periphery is beginning to speak in its own voice

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