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published: Tuesday | October 2, 2007


Lead Stories


Caught! - Tape reveals finance minister's double-pay promise for nurses
The Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) yesterday tightened the screws on Finance Minister Audley Shaw, sharing details of a recording in which Mr. Shaw, then in opposition, gave several commitments to significantly increase their compensation package.

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PTA says no to cellular phone ban in schools
Committed to saving lives
Five election-voiding petitions rejected
Grants Pen residents protest killing
Beckles' murder trial postponed
Crucial Cariforum, EU meeting tomorrow

News


Supreme Court forces second delay in Eastern Hanover
The re-examination of the magisterial recount for the Eastern Hanover constituency which was scheduled to continue yesterday, has been halted by a Supreme Court order. It was the second time within a week that Resident Magistrate George Burton was prevented from continuing the process....

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Firefighter drives away with Benz
Fisherman faces extradition 20 years after plea
Ambassador Holden: My heart will stay with Jamaica - AFJ gets Ambassador Sue Cobb as new leader
In search of the saltfish head
Lost in a sea of women
Governor-General's Achievement Awards: Nora Viola Henriques - A lifetime dedicated to nursing
Nona Williams - Hard work does pay off
Denroy Decardova Palmer - Guiding the youths of today
POVERTY

Sport


Bridgeport in 7th heaven
Defending champions Bridgeport, led by a hat-trick from Andre Clennon, whipped Ardenne High 7-1 in an Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association ISSA/Pepsi/ Digicel Manning Cup match at Waterford yesterday. Clennon received solid support from Adrian King, who scored a double.

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Reggae Boyz to face Ghana Oct 14
Glenmuir on the prowl
Kaboul's injury time equaliser saves Spurs
Cool million for St James football
FROM THE BOUNDARY - Wanted: some good coaches for our young cricketers
Kallis century gives South Africa solid start
La's Dancer falls and flops Pick-9 bets
CTL staff honoured
Fusilier claimed
Pancho at the helm
Campbell wins, Barnett upsets Goule
South Africa avoid top contenders

Commentary


EDITORIAL - Debating the site for Parliament
Attempts at government by consensus can sometimes prove counter-productive but there is merit in the call for public discussions and input on the proposals to renovate and expand or relocate the current Houses of Parliament. The Prime Minister, last week, presented as fait accompli...

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Protecting good reputations
Pitfalls of Digicel/ TVJ's Rising Stars
NOTE-WORTHY: Dawn needs to change course

Entertainment


Entertainment fraternity expects big of 'Babsy'
Much is expected of the recently appointed Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, Olivia 'Babsy' Grange, as members of the entertainment industry say they hope to benefit from her vast experience in the industry. "She (Ms. Grange) is coming out of the industry...

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Jamaica and the Republic of Korea celebrate 45 years
CBA's annual garden party - great evening out for family
No sexy clothes, no tour
Theatre Spotlight - Roadblock for 'Miss Lou'
Shareena Swinscoe tops Pulse model search in London
Oprah is the richest tv celebrity

Lifestyle


Capoeira - Uniting youths with movement
Its coordinator, Dennis Eckart, is German; its members are principally Brazilians. And, there are some Jamaicans in the mix. Such is the eclectic composition of Grupo Cativeiro Capoeira, a martial arts/dance troupe right here in Jamaica. The Capoeira comprises traditional....

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The history of Capoeira

Caribbean


Opposition lashes gov't over appointments
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada (CMC): The opposition Grenada United Labour Party says it is opposed to the government's attitude of appointing active politicians to some key positions inside and outside of Parliament.The party has been raising a fuss over the...

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Carib countries sign health pact
Police officer chopped to death
Anthony to stay on as leader of SLP

International


Myanmar's junta stalls UN envoy another day
YANGON, Myanmar (AP):Myanmar's junta leader reverted to his old bag of tricks yesterday, stalling a U.N. envoy for yet another day, putting off the apparently onerous task of hearing international demands for an end to Myanmar's harsh crackdown...

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Civilian deaths halved
Correa with strong mandate after vote


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