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The City That Rose from the Sea: How Kingston Became Jamaica’s Capital
From the ruins of Port Royal in 1692, Kingston emerged as a centre of trade and power. This timeline traces the city’s rise ...
Jamaican police kill 5 men as department criticized for surge in fatal shootings
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Police in Jamaica say they have filled five men suspected of plotting to kill someone as the department on the Caribbean island comes under fire for a surge in fatal ...
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Jamaica’s 17th-Century Port Royal Gains World Heritage Status
On 12 July 2025, the World Heritage Committee inscribed The Archaeological Landscape of 17th Century Port Royal, Jamaica on the World Heritage List. This decision marks a key milestone for Jamaica and ...