Assets frozen
The AssetsRecovery Agency got orders yesterday from the Supreme Court to freeze the multimillion-dollar assets of the Jamaican woman who was charged this year after more than US$1.3 million (J$91 million) was found in a freezer at her house....

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EOJ, Ombudsman move to quash election violence
Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) has tasks for new Government
Cabinet approves contracts to build schools
Nine new poor relief officers trained
'People's National Party (PNP) Disability Act deadline unrealistic'
National Housing Trust's (NHT) policy shift - Benefits favour lower-income contributors
Two sought in St James double murder
Alleged Norwood killers offered bail
National Health Fund (NHF) claims reach $1.3b
Organization of American States (OAS) assistant secretary to arrive today
Montego Bay murder baffles sleuths
Preparing for government
Colour and nostalgia mark Independence festivities in UK
BOMAS OF KENYA: A journey into the past

Breaking loose - Garrison youths seek to break free of political ties
His face was a study in contrasts. One moment he was a typical teenager, smiling and speaking in hushed tones with the young ladies seated on either side. A minute later his eyes were flashing with anger and resentment. Voice raised, he gestured, first in defiance...

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Political debates and the Fourth Estate: another perspective
'Women should rise above negative political criticisms'
Parchment praises Portia as a woman of strength
University of the West Indies (UWI) Guild president expresses concern over new taxi policy
Summer camp builds business spirit
Rains fail to dampen back-to-school fair
St Mary youths study in Cuba
Jackson appointed head of ODPEM
Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) welcomes plan for tax break by PNP
Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) backs Brazil pacts but still wary - Welcomes direct flights but cautious about opening new embassy

Urban renewal project to cost $1 billion more
The government's Urban Renewal Inner-City Housing Project is to cost $1.1 billion more than originally projected. The original value of the contract, awarded in November 2003 was $2.7 billion, but according to the National Contracts Commission (NCC), the project cost ...

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Marubeni gets Mirant's Caribbean assets for a steal
US$200m cement plant for St Ann
Comprehensive plan to tackle unemployment, skills training needed
Pan Caribbean's balance sheet shows big growth
Jamaica Money Market Broker's (JMMB) disappoints in first-quarter performance
CRITIQUING THE DEBATE - Major upset as underdog Audley decisively wins
Shaw was the better, but both parties lacked depth
Disappointing discourse ... more of the same
'Made in China' the recall buzzword? - Pulled toothpaste leaves badtaste in mouth of US exporter Toxic chemical found
Second toy withdrawal in two weeks
Manning blows away gas reserves concerns
Some Caribbean nations hold off on new energy pact
The company owes you nothing

'Most important goal is gold' - Powell sets sights on lowering world record too
OSAKA (Reuters): Jamaica's Asafa Powell has set his sights on lowering his own 100 metres world record upon arriving in Japan for the World Championships yesterday. The world's fastest man arrived in fighting form ahead of his showdown with American Tyson Gay...

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Great start at Para Pan Am
Two straight for Jamaica's U-19s cricketers
Murali demands millions from Bedi - Legendary Indian spinner makes 'derogatory' comments about Sri Lankan star
Patient move hurls Anderson to first regional title in senior Caribbean Championships
Gayle urges parents to support their cricketing kids
Gomes says he should also be a selector
ON THE BOUNDARY - Once again, not one spin bowler in West Indies squad
Angry Kallis shelves vice captaincy
Nadal won't change schedule for No 1 rank
Tivoli clip Boys' Town
Harbour View tackle Olympic Gardens
Spurs crash to another defeat

EDITORIAL - Unrealistic plans for education?
Both manifestos of the People's National Party (PNP) and Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) for this upcoming election promise compulsory enrolment and attendance in schools.The outgoing president of the Jamaica Association (JTA) was quoted in the Gleaner yesterday...

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The PNP manifesto
Too much time spent on the negatives
Implications of holding United States citizenship
NOTE-WORTHY: River rafting

LETTER OF THE DAY - The manifestos hold the answers - JLP: New and radical change - PNP: Continue, better to come
The Editor, Sir: I am particularly annoyed that the issue of funding regarding the plans of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), keeps arising even after the debates put on by the National Debates Commission. It is also raised by politicians, media and by citizens.

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Candidates' different styles
Missing essentials
After sevens, the eights

Artistes clean up at Red Bull Soapbox race
Patrons had a long wait but at 8:30 p.m., they were granted their wish when Beenie Man, Munga Honourable and Voicemail entered the stage to bring the curtains down on the inaugural staging of the Red Bull Soapbox race in Port Rhoades, Discovery Bay, St. Ann, on Sunday.

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A woman of grace - Renae Ellis
More than just beauty - Kristin Metz
Big 'BET' on Jamaican poetry
No haste for 'Rush Hour 3'
Kirk Franklin headlines Gospel festival in Montego Bay

The psychology of POLITICS POWER & POLLS
We are less than two weeks away from general elections and we are all consumed by politics, power, politicians and polls. I thought I would explore the psychology behind all of this. Why are we so consumed? Elections are an important process in our lives.

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HER HEALTH - Dealing with fibroids part II
HIS HEALTH - Diet and prostate cancer
DIETITIAN'S DESK - Be good company - deal with your flatulence
FITNESS CLUB - Exercising for health and fitness

Keith Mitchell visits ailing Sir John
CASTRIES, St.Lucia (CMC): Grenada Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell, who Monday paid a courtesy call on ailing Prime Minister Sir John Compton, says the 82-year-old leader is in good spirits. The visit took place at the private residence of the Prime Minister...

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PM Gonsalves slams LIAT for sloppy service
SLP steps up calls for minister's resignation

Blast derails train, 60 injured
MOSCOW (AP):Prosecutors opened a terrorism investigation yesterday into a bomb explosion that threw an express train on one of Russia's major passenger routes off the tracks, injuring 60 people. There were no reported claims of responsibility for the blast...

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Police capture suspected guerrilla drug traffickers
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