AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPower Crisis: Energy Minister Daryl Vaz called Friday’s islandwide blackout “an embarrassment,” while JPS says lightning damaged key infrastructure and triggered a cascading grid failure, leaving some customers without power and water; regulators have ordered reports and restoration continues for tens of thousands still affected. Health & Food: A growing honey shortage follows Hurricane Melissa, with beekeepers and manufacturers struggling to source supply and keep prices fair; meanwhile, a health column warns Jamaica’s obesity problem is rising alongside chronic disease risks. Women’s Football: The Reggae Girlz beat Panama 1-0 in an international friendly, with Shania Hayles scoring from a free kick, setting up another match Monday. Cricket: Rain washed out West Indies’ second ODI against Sri Lanka at Sabina Park, keeping Sri Lanka 1-0 up and pushing the series decision to Monday. Community Relief: Operation Shelter Jamaica is delivering hurricane-resistant modular “tiny homes” to western Jamaica storm victims, with expansion plans using designs that can be extended. Sports Development: Jamaica’s women’s cricket success is being credited, but coaches say preparation is “watered down” without a sustained domestic programme. Local Business & Lifestyle: Yaadie Kennels highlights growth in pet care services, while DBJ’s wellness fair mixes health checks with a staff cook-off.
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