Stranded vacationers on the island, which depends on tourism, used their beds to block their windows in case the powerful storm shattered the glass.
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Hurricane Melissa Could Hit as One of Jamaica’s Strongest Storms Ever
Direct landfalls from big hurricanes are rare for Jamaica. Melissa could pummel the island as an “upper-end” Category 4 hurricane, forecasters said.
Seabed-Mining Firm Faces Legal Questions Over Trump Policy
After Trump pledged to open international waters to mining, The Metals Company sought U.S. permits. But other countries are raising legal concerns.
Jamaica Fears Brain Drain as Teachers Leave for U.S. Schools
Severe teacher shortages in the United States are prompting schools to recruit foreign teachers, sparking fears that education in Jamaica will suffer.