Articles from Jamaica Observer (563)
One company, too much power
One company, too much power
From survival to sustainability
From survival to sustainability
Mbappe, PSG in counterclaims worth hundreds of millions
PARIS, France (AFP)—France captain Kylian Mbappe on Monday claimed 240 million euros ($278m) in damages from Paris Saint-Germain in an escalating dispute over the status of his contract and how...
The Church’s critical role in the wake of disasters
The Church’s critical role in the wake of disasters
A call for competence in post-Melissa Jamaica
A call for competence
Lutan Fyah’s Only Jah Knows get video
Lutan Fyah’s
UPDATE: Suspected drowning victim identified as security guard
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A man whose body was recovered from the Montego River on Sunday has been identified. He has been identified as Chris Henry, a security guard of a St James address. Henry is...
St Ann-based medical ganja farmer wants CLA’s help to boost production
CLAREMONT, ST ANN — Licensed medical marijuana farmer Errol Whyte is still counting his losses, but he already knows it will total millions of dollars after Hurricane Melissa ravaged his one acre...
Antigua PM urges US to resolve differences with Venezuela using diplomacy
ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC)—Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne on Monday urged the United States to settle its differences with Venezuela ”through diplomacy and dialogue,” reiterating...
JPS Foundation brings light and hope to communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact on western Jamaica, the JPS Foundation has stepped forward to bring relief, comfort, and hope to affected families across St Elizabeth...
Trinidad PM welcomes US military exercises in country
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC)—Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar says the presence of United States military troops in the region has already contributed to a “significant...
Curaçao Football Federation donates gear to Jamaican children affected by Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica— In an expression of solidarity with Jamaicans amid the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa in the island, the Curaçao Football Federation is donating football gear to...
Caricom gets firsthand view of post-Melissa challenges in Jamaica
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Information Minister, Senator Dr Dana Morris-Dixon, has explained that a tour slated for Monday morning, involving Caribbean Community (Caricom) heads of government, agencies...
St James Parish Court resumes operation
The St James Parish Court resumed full operations on Monday, November 17, 2025, following disruptions by Hurricane Melissa. This was announced by the Judiciary of Jamaica in a statement on Monday....
Curacao fans descend on Kingston for decisive World Cup qualifier
Close to 500 Curacao football fans are expected to descend on the National Stadium in Kingston on Tuesday to watch their ‘Blue Wave’ square off against Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz for a place in the...
PNP’s Vaz dismisses report that he is handing out relief supplies on political basis
SAVANNA LA MAR, Westmoreland — Member of Parliament (MP) for Westmoreland Central, Dwayne Vaz has rejected claims of the partisan distribution of relief supplies in the constituency. The...
JDF Coast Guard recovers body of suspected drowning victim
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) is reporting that its Coast Guard has recovered the body of a man who was suspected of drowning at the Step River in St James on Sunday,...
House Speaker delivers hurricane relief supplies to residents of hard-hit communities
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Residents of several communities in St Elizabeth and Westmoreland were the recent beneficiaries of Hurricane Melissa relief supplies courtesy of Speaker of the House of...
Monday November 17, 2025
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It all comes down to this!
It all comes down to this!
Midfield magic missing
McClaren still searching for answer to midfield conundrum
Big step towards more efficient justice system
Big step towards more efficient justice system
Freemasons mark best blood drive in three years
Freemasons mark best blood drive in three years
Antigua PM part of Caricom solidarity mission to visit Jamaica
ST JOHN, Antigua (CMC) – Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne is among a Caribbean Community (Caricom) solidarity delegation set to visit Jamaica weeks after the passage of Hurricane...
The Reggae Boyz and the need for crucial healing post-Melissa
The Reggae Boyz and the need for crucial healing
The battle to save homes and chickens
The battle to save homes and chickens
Schools in solidarity
Schools in solidarity
All set Gin ‘N’ Juice 31
All set Gin ‘N’ Juice 31
Tufton sounds alarm
Tufton sounds alarm
Zulu Warrior spints home with URTAJ Trophy feature
Zulu Warrior
Portland sales rep charged with gun-related offences
PORTLAND, Jamaica — Detectives from the Portland Police Division have charged a 32-year-old sales representative following an incident in Port Antonio last week. Charged is Delroy Porteous, of...
Chinese Benevolent Society donates hurricane relief supplies to Falmouth Hospital
TRELAWNY, Jamaica – The Falmouth Public General Hospital received a boost Friday following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, thanks to a significant donation from the Chinese Benevolent...
Bishop Henry B Fernandez spearheads fund-raising concert in Florida
Bishop Henry B Fernandez spearheads fund-raising concert in Florida
Apprentice jockey charged after armed robbery of teen in Portmore
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — A 21-year-old apprentice jockey has been charged with multiple offences stemming from the armed robbery of a teenage girl in Portmore last month. Charged is Delroy “Jockey”...
William Knibb High considering shift system to resume classes after Hurricane Melissa
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica — William Knibb Memorial High School is exploring the introduction of a shift system to resume teaching and learning after Hurricane Melissa caused significant damage to its...
Business House Domino tournament set to return with new twist
Business House Domino
Yorke ‘disappointed’ with T&T’s exit from World Cup Qualifiers
Yorke ‘disappointed’ with TT’s exit from World Cup Qualifiers
Another suspect in cops killing turns himself over to police
KINGSTON, Jamaica -- Another of the men suspects in the killing of two policemen has handed himself over to the authorities. The accused, 20-year-old Junior Brown from Seaward Drive, Kingston 11,...
Former Reggae Boyz rally to raise hurricane relief funds
Former Reggae Boyz rally to raise hurricane relief funds
Sinner caps eventful year with ATP Finals triumph over great rival Alcaraz
TURIN, Italy (AFP) -- Jannik Sinner ended a turbulent season in the best possible fashion on Sunday after seeing off Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6 (7/4), 7-5, to retain his ATP Finals title...
Kasey Palmer joins Reggae Boyz squad ahead of Curacao showdown
Hull City midfielder Kasey Palmer could play a part in the Reggae Boyz' crucial Concacaf World Cup Qualifier against Curacao on Tuesday after joining up with the squad on Saturday. The 29-year-old...
#OneLoveinAction
#OneLoveinAction
Sasha Bling celebrates 10-year milestone
Sasha Bling
Joe Lick Shot, renowned ‘vibes man’ of the dancehall, dies at 70
While he was not a singer, deejay or selector, Joe Lick Shot made his mark at countless dances during the 1980s. The self-described “vibes man” fired his ‘shots’ to introduce top artistes or give...
Trelawny bar altercation ends with fatal stabbing
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Police in Trelawny have launched an investigation into the fatal stabbing of a man in the parish early Sunday morning. The deceased has been identified as 63-year-old Roger...
Portugal qualify for 2026 World Cup by thrashing Armenia
PORTO, Portugal (AFP) -- Portugal crushed Armenia 9-1 despite the absence of suspended talisman Cristiano Ronaldo on Sunday to clinch qualification for the 2026 World Cup finals. Manchester...
US military says aircraft carrier now in Caribbean
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — A US aircraft carrier is now in the Caribbean Sea to bolster an anti-narcotics campaign, the military announced Sunday -- a move sure to anger Venezuela -- as US...
Ravaged Westmoreland communities receive help from Patricia Smith Foundation, Revival Council of Churches and Resort Areas Police
With both hands on her head, the woman looked into the dusky sky as light rain fell, bewilderment etched on her face. Behind her was the shell of what might have been her home on Cooke Street, a...
Watson, DaCosta, Halledeen look to shine with Funcaandun and Dothraki on Jamaica Cup race day
Watson, DaCosta, Halledeen look to shine with
Haaland’s Norway thump sorry Italy to reach first World Cup since 1998
MILAN, Italy (AFP) -- Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on Sunday which sealed a spot in next summer's finals in...
Shaggy unleashes new single Boom Body featuring Akon and Aidonia
Shaggy unleashes new single
Carpenter charged after jewellery, cash reported stolen
KINGSTON, Jamaica —A 23-year-old carpenter from Kingston has been charged with simple larceny in connection with a break-in and theft reported in Tavares Gardens last month. The accused, Aquwayne...
WATCH: St Elizabeth receives major infrastructure relief from developers
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — Ripton Group of Companies and Alcore Company have joined forces to rebuild a number of houses in the Parottee community in St Elizabeth. The companies say they have...
Carl Brown believes Boyz will give Jamaica ‘something to smile about’
Former Jamaica football coach Carl Brown is confident the Reggae Boyz will defeat Curacao on Tuesday to secure a second berth at the World Cup. The Group B Concacaf match takes place at the...
‘Mommy, is that Melissa coming back?’
‘Mommy, is that Melissa coming back?’
Teacher turns passion for art into Kiddies Craft JA
Teacher turns passion for art into Kiddies Craft JA
JPS fixes Ocho Rios pole down since Hurricane Melissa
JPS fixes Ocho Rios
After the storm: Young Jordan’s diabetes struggle
After the storm: Young Jordan’s diabetes struggle
SOJ takes silver as unified basketball debuts in the region
SOJ takes silver as unified basketball debuts in the region
Jamaican Jordanio James breaking barriers at UCI Cyclo-cross training camp in Switzerland
Jamaican cyclist Jordanio James is charting new territory at the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Cyclo-cross Training Camp in Aigle, Switzerland, where she is the sole Jamaican and only black...
What to buy when everything feels ‘expensive’
What to buy when everything feels ‘expensive’
Push for financial relief grows after Melissa
Push for financial relief grows after Melissa
Ethiopia confirms outbreak of deadly Marbug virus: Africa CDC
NAIROBI, Kenya (AFP) — Ethiopia has confirmed an outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in the south of the country, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said on...
Grandstand tickets sold out for Reggae Boyz’ deciding World Cup qualifier
KINGSTON, Jamaica – It seems the Reggae Boyz will have plenty of support when they face Curacao at the National Stadium on Tuesday in a bid for automatic qualification to the 2026 World Cup. The...
Reynolds Entertainment rejects ‘unprofessionalism’ allegation by Allison Hinds after Cayman Fiesta non-appearance
Cayman Fiesta organiser Reynolds Entertainment Agency has refuted allegations of "unprofessionalism" and "disrespect" made by soca star Alison Hinds after her non-appearance at the three-day party...
Alcaraz secures ATP Finals showdown with great rival Sinner
TURIN, Italy (AFP) -- Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will face off for the ATP Finals title after tennis' two biggest stars cruised into the final of the prestigious season-ending tournament on...
Speid calls for huge support for Boyz in do-or-die Curacao clash
Speid calls for huge support for Boyz in do-or-die Curacao clash
Hampden hangs tough
Hampden hangs tough
Netball competitions in limbo after hurricane devastation
Netball competitions in limbo after hurricane devastation
$750-million hit on State-owned assets in St James so far, says Mayor Vernon
$750-million hit on State-owned assets in St James so far, says Mayor Vernon
Storm Claudia leaves severe flooding across Britain and Ireland
Parts of Britain and Ireland are to brace for major incidents after Storm Claudia brought widespread flooding, prompting urgent rescue efforts and further weather warnings on Saturday, according...
Saturday, November 15, 2025
J Wray & Nephew (JWN) Limited, a Campari Group Company, recently pledged $250 million to support communities in Jamaica devastated by Hurricane Melissa. Prior to the announcement, the company’s...
Scotia Group donates $18m to Food for the Poor
Scotia Group donates $18m to Food for the Poor
NCB Foundation and UNICEF strengthen public health protection
NCB Foundation and UNICEF strengthen public health protection
Christopher Martin Foundation brings hope to children affected by Hurricane Melissa
Christopher Martin Foundation brings hope to children affected by Hurricane Melissa
‘Great Man’ facing firearm related charges
KINGSTON, Jamaica – A 25-year old man is facing a number of charges following an incident at the intersection of Paisley and Slipe Pen roads in Kingston on Tuesday, September 2. Charged with...
Major joint operation brings relief to St Elizabeth South Western
Major joint operation brings relief to St Elizabeth South Western
Jamaica coach remains positive about medal outcome at unified basketball tourney
Jamaica coach remains positive about
ISSA confirms resumption of school sports
ISSA confirms resumption of school sports
Volunteerism shines through in Special Olympics Caribbean
Volunteerism shines through in Special Olympics Caribbean
New mosquito challenge in St Ann
New mosquito challenge in St Ann
ISSA may host college try-outs for graduating players
High school footballers set to graduate at the end of the current academic year could get another chance to impress overseas college scouts as the Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA)...
Cephas buoyed by goal against T&T
Cephas buoyed
Curacao coach Advocaat leaves camp for personal reasons ahead of Jamaica match
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Curacao head coach Dick Advocaat has left his team’s training camp in Kingston, ahead of Tuesday's deciding World Cup qualifier against Jamaica, due to personal reasons. The...
11 things you must bring on your relief trip to hurricane-ravaged parishes
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Jamaicans islandwide are joining forces to support families in the hardest-hit parishes as they begin the long road to recovery. Heading into these impacted...
Chilling confession
Chilling confession
Opposition urges Government to act as garbage piles raise fears of disease outbreak
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) is calling on the Government to urgently implement a comprehensive national plan to address what it says is a growing public health...
Delicate balance
CATHERINE HALL, St James – Trying to maintain the delicate balance between compassion and the letter of the law, Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon has given a commitment that he will find a way to...
THE RIGHT CHOICE
THE RIGHT CHOICE
Scream: A ghoulish dance party, full of vibes
Scream: A ghoulish dance party, full of vibes
Eric Donaldson joins Give Back Jamaica for Primary School Appreciation Awards
Seven-time Festival Song winner Eric Donaldson made his first appearance as the newly minted brand ambassador for Give Back Jamaica at the organisation’s third annual Primary School Appreciation...
‘Not foolproof, but stronger’
‘Not foolproof, but stronger’
Teenager among three being sought in cops killing
KINGSTON, Jamaica—A 17-year-old student is among three men who are being sought in connection with the killing of two policemen on Waltham Park Road in St Andrew on Thursday night. The teen, who...
Strong insurance sales fuel Sagicor Group’s profits
Strong insurance sales fuel Sagicor Group’s profits
DJ Paradise makes peace music
DJ Paradise makes peace music
Temporary closure of Liguanea Avenue to continue next week
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Another section of Liguanea Avenue in Kingston is set to be temporarily closed as rehabilitation works along the corridor continue under the National Works Agency’s (NWA) SPARK...
Suspect in murder of two cops surrenders to police
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The main suspect in Thursday evening’s fatal shooting of two policemen along Waltham Park Road in St Andrew has surrendered to the police. The suspect, Marcarius “Macky” Monroe...
ISSA announces resumption of high school competitions
The Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) has announced the resumption of inter-school competitions beginning the week of November 24. Manning and DaCosta Cups competitions are set to...
Special Olympics Jamaica targets podium finish at historic regional basketball tournament
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago — The Special Olympics Jamaica (SOJ) basketball team is grateful for the chance to compete at the regional level, even as head coach Elfema Williams targets a...
RACING BACK ON TRACK
RACING BACK ON TRACK
Catherine Hall and West Green clean-up entering second phase
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Government agencies have intensified their efforts to have the flood-ravaged Catherine Hall and West Green communities cleaned up as part of Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts....
Market Bag: Sweet pepper up to $1,500 as vendors predict more price spikes
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Food prices continue to climb following what Agriculture Minister Floyd Green has described as a devastating blow to the sector. On Tuesday, Green revealed that Hurricane...
Claiming system vs handicap system: Which is better for Jamaica’s horse racing?
Claiming system vs handicap system: Which is better for Jamaica’s horse racing?
Omni post strongest quarter since listing
Omni post strongest quarter since listing
GEM sends $4.3 million worth in aid to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa recovery
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), working alongside the Building a Better Jamaica initiative and several partner organisations, has joined recovery efforts to help...
Gassan Azan Sr passes
Gassan Azan Sr died Friday afternoon after a long illness. He was 86. The former manufacturer is the father of business mogul Gassan Azan Jr, the founder, chairman and chief executive officer of...
Reggae Boyz ratings vs T&T: High marks for Cephas, but 4 and 5s awarded after poor showing
The Reggae Boyz had to settle for a 1-1 draw away to regional rivals Trinidad & Tobago in their Concacaf World Cup qualifier on Thursday, a result that sees them surrendering the group lead to...
JBG CRISIS DEEPENS
JBG crisis deepens
Foster returns home, set for busy weekend at Caymanas Park
Foster returns home, set for busy weekend at Caymanas Park
Experts urge caution as Jamaicans stretch finances to help after Melissa
Experts urge caution as Jamaicans stretch finances to help after Melissa
Cabbie wanted in killing of teacher and daughter found dead in suspected suicide
CLARENDON, Jamaica — Brandon Maine, the taxi operator who police on Thursday named as a person of interest in the murder of a St Catherine teacher and her teen daughter, is suspected to have...
Cancel Christmas?
Cancel Christmas?
Health ministry warns against contaminated water as suspected cases of leptospirosis on the rise
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Health authorities are issuing an urgent plea for public vigilance as a suspected rise in leptospirosis cases sweeps across communities grappling with days of persistent...
HerRelief to provide sustainable healthcare, supplies to Hurricane Melissa victims
HerRelief Jamaica will be providing urgent medical care to residents in parishes ravaged by Hurricane Melissa. The organisation was founded by Pharmaceutical Executive and Philanthropist, Theresa...
NCB Financial profit surges 71% on one-time gain, strengthening Jamaican turnaround
KINGSTON, Jamaica – NCB Financial Group Limited, Jamaica’s largest financial conglomerate by assets, reported a 71 per cent surge in full-year net profit, a result buoyed by a one-off gain from...
Jamaica Cup showdown: Funcaandun favoured to win
Jamaica Cup showdown:
Two cops killed in Waltham Park shooting identified
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Authorities have identified two policemen shot and killed on Waltham Park Road in St Andrew Thursday evening. The deceased are Charles Stewart of the Spanish Town Police, and...
Health ministry to look at alternate strategies for primary healthcare in St James
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton has suggested that alternatives will be put in place to address limitations with primary healthcare in St James after the...
Another One set to romp home in feature race
Another One
Livewire returns for 6th staging at UBT&R
Livewire returns for 6th staging at UBTR
Custos of Clarendon hands over prefabricated houses to two families in St Elizabeth
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Two St Elizabeth families whose homes were destroyed during the passage of Hurricane Melissa on October 28, now have dwellings, courtesy of the Custos of Clarendon, Edith Chin....
ISSA sets netball deadline for resumption
ST JAMES, Jamaica— Schools have until 2:00pm Friday to indicate whether they will resume participation in the Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) Rural Area schoolgirls' netball...
The Best of Johnny Nash re-enters Billboard Reggae Albums chart
The Best of Johnny Nash
Tiana Dinham selected as the 2026 Jamaica Rhodes Scholar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Tiana Shante Dinham has been chosen to be the Jamaica Rhodes Scholar for 2026. She was selected from eight finalists following a meeting of the 2026 Jamaica Rhodes Scholarship...
Conjoined twins successfully separated in Saudi Arabia
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica is celebrating a moment of hope and gratitude following the successful separation of conjoined twins Azaria and Azora Elson, who underwent life-changing surgery in...
WATCH: Two cops killed on Waltham Park Road
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Two cops were shot and killed on Waltham Park Road in St Andrew Thursday evening. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are not clear at this time, however, they were...
‘Nothing was missing’: Vaz refutes Buju Banton’s claim of stolen hurricane relief items
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz has refuted allegations made by reggae superstar Buju Banton that hurricane relief supplies sent to...
Kartel toasts Grammy nomination, joins relief efforts
Kartel toasts Grammy nomination, joins relief efforts
WATCH: Man drowns after falling from police vehicle into Rio Cobre
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — A man drowned on Wednesday afternoon after reportedly falling from the back of a Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) pickup into the Rio Cobre in the Bog Walk Gorge, St...
Pure National’s comeback powers post-storm recovery
Pure National’s comeback powers post-storm recovery
DJ Russ Buss gives his life to the Lord
Russell Gordon, better known in entertainment circles as DJ Russ Buss, formerly of the Coppershot Sound, recently became a born-again Christian. On Monday, the 27-year-old shared the news in a...
JACRA plots coordinated response for spice farmers
JACRA plots coordinated response for spice farmers
Woodcats stack pallets to keep supply chain stable
Woodcats stack pallets to keep supply chain stable
TJH in US$3.8-m storm toll talks
TJH in $3.8-m storm toll talks
The top five online scams in the Caribbean
The top five online scams in the Caribbean
Shaggy headlines Jamaica Strong hurricane relief show
Shaggy headlines Jamaica Strong hurricane relief show
Lovers’ Leap concert series repurposed for aid
Lovers’ Leap concert series repurposed for aid
Your chicken is safe, for now
Your chicken is safe, for now
Billions in losses for fisheries sector after Hurricane Melissa
Billions in losses for fisheries sector after Hurricane Melissa
‘It’s not a good picture’
‘It’s not a
‘Hope For Jamaica’ show gets big support in Toronto
‘Hope For Jamaica’ show gets big support in Toronto
Curfew imposed across sections of southern parishes
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has imposed a curfew across sections of Manchester, St Elizabeth and Westmoreland, beginning Wednesday night, as part of ongoing security...
‘The recovery starts now’
‘The recovery starts now’
25 years of protection as Guardian General covers what matters most
25 years of protection as Guardian General
Lasco affiliates post mixed results
Lasco affiliates post mixed results
Climate technology — invest now to achieve sustainability goals, says ACCA report
Climate technology — invest now to achieve sustainability goals, says ACCA report
Dolla extends bond offering
Dolla extends bond offering
Hopeton Lindo, Anthony Malvo release new single Mental Health Awareness
Hopeton Lindo, Anthony Malvo release new single
Key attractions reopen to the public — UDC
Key attractions reopen to the public — UDC
I wouldn’t be who I am without Jamaica, says Spice
I wouldn’t be who I am without Jamaica, says Spice
Oliver Samuels premières Di Prodigal Pickney in US
Oliver Samuels premières
Wesrok donates hurricane relief supplies across three parishes
Country-reggae singer Wesrok visited parishes ravaged by Hurricane Melissa on November 8, distributing over 600 packages of non-perishable food and toiletries to people in St Elizabeth,...
Let the shows begin!
Let the shows begin!
Keznamdi earns first Grammy nom with Blxxd & Fyah
Keznamdi earns first Grammy nom with
Popcaan gets personal on 5th album Nothing Without God
Popcaan gets personal on 5th album
Tyrese, Mona Scott arrive in Jamaica to jumpstart relief efforts
American actor and R&B vocalist, Tyrese Gibson has landed in Jamaica alongside business mogul and television producer Mona Scott-Young to hand out relief packages to victims in hurricane-ravaged...
Chase, Shepherd, Holder up in ICC rankings
Chase, Shepherd, Holder up in
YEA proposes business-driven recovery framework
YEA proposes business-driven recovery framework
Don’t abandon your hurricane-ravaged land, says lawyer
Don’t abandon your hurricane-ravaged land, says lawyer
No hiding from Melissa
No hiding from Melissa
The other recovery: Caring for mental health after Melissa
The other recovery: Caring for mental health after Melissa
The storm has passed; the work begins now
The storm has passed; the work begins now
‘PIVOT AND KEEP GOING’
‘PIVOT AND KEEP GOING’
Weather Protect triggered
Weather Protect triggered
Andrew Dunkley: Climbing the corporate ladder
Andrew Dunkley:
St Elizabeth shrimp vendor finds hope in disaster
St Elizabeth shrimp vendor finds hope in disaster
‘A true woman of the soil’
‘A true woman of the soil’
Windies to tour Afghanistan ahead of Men’s T20 World Cup
Windies to tour Afghanistan ahead of Men’s T20 World Cup
McClaren sticks with core squad for must-win World Cup qualifiers
McClaren sticks with core squad for must-win World Cup qualifiers
Arsenal winning run ends in Sunderland draw, De Ligt rescues Man Utd
Arsenal winning run ends in Sunderland draw, De Ligt rescues Man Utd
Norris survives a slip to seize Sao Paulo pole
Norris survives a slip to seize Sao Paulo pole
Raging water, broken rigs
Raging water, broken rigs
Yorke hopeful despite tall T&T task
Yorke hopeful despite tall TT task
Opportunity in the crisis
Opportunity in the crisis
‘Melissa, why you break Melissa leg?’
‘Melissa, why you
‘I thought Accompong was going to be wiped off the map’
‘I thought Accompong was going to be wiped off the map’
Unbreakable spirit
Unbreakable spirit
Grace Jerk Festival to support hurricane recovery today
Grace Jerk Festival to support hurricane recovery today
Justice Square homeless ‘in hiding’
Justice Square homeless ‘in hiding’
When a small swelling becomes a big problem
When a small swelling becomes a big problem
CAPACITY TO COPE
Questions arise over resumption of sports after Hurricane Melissa
Melissa leaves tour guides stranded
Melissa leaves tour guides stranded
Siblings dispute property title after parents die without will
Siblings dispute property title after parents die without will
Economic losses could exceed Jamaica’s GDP
Economic losses could exceed Jamaica’s GDP
Farmers face heartbreaking choices
Farmers face heartbreaking choices
Let entertainment step out front
Let entertainment step out front
Nadine Blair honoured in Tamarac
Nadine Blair honoured in Tamarac
One police team’s Hurricane Melissa tale
One police team’s Hurricane Melissa tale
Do-good senators
Do-good senators
‘Bunny’ Shaw heads Man City to to top of Super League
Manchester City are at the top of the Women's Super League tables following a win over Everton that put them on Sunday. A report from BBC Sport credited Jamaica-born Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw for the...
J’can students ace several units in CAPE 2025 exams
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican students continued their excellent academic performances in the June 2025 Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) examinations, ranking among the best in Units 1 and 2 of...
Toll charges resume at midnight Monday
KINSGTON, Jamaica — The resumption of tolling on Highway 2000 will resume on Monday at 12:00 am, according to the Ministry of Energy, Telecommunications and Transport. Tolling across all legs of...
‘Predator: Badlands’ conquers N American box office
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — "Predator: Badlands," the latest installment in the sci-fi horror franchise that started nearly 40 years ago, devoured the competition at the North American box...
Jamaica’s Under-20 Reggae Boyz drawn in manageable group — Ricketts
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica has been drawn in Group B of the CONCACAF U20 Championship Qualifiers alongside Puerto Rico, Bonaire, St Kitts and Nevis, Cayman Islands and the Turks and Caicos...
Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Thom Bell and others inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Hip-hop icons Salt-N-Pepa and Outkast were among this year's inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Saturday, adding their names to the pantheon of music's most esteemed and beloved acts....
'I am here to help'
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — International sprint superstar Usain Bolt shared a message of hope with Jamaicans on Sunday, commiserating with persons affected by Hurricane Melissa which destroyed large...
Man City crush Liverpool to mark Guardiola’s 1,000 match
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom (AFP) —Manchester City celebrated Pep Guardiola's 1,000th game in management with a statement 3-0 win over Liverpool to close to within four points of Premier League...
Caricom climate change centre to represent region at COP30 in Brazil
BELMOPAN, Belize (CMC) – The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) will lead regional representation at the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to be held in Belém, Brazil, later...
US flights could ‘slow to a trickle’ as shutdown bites: transport secretary
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — Air travel in the United States (US) could soon "slow to a trickle," authorities warned Sunday as thousands more flights were cancelled or delayed and passengers...
Building Jamaica’s third city
Building Jamaica’s third city
Water to return to Catherine Hall and West Green by Monday says Mayor
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Mayor of Montego Bay, Richard Vernon, says residents of Catherine Hall and West Green are expected to have water restored to their taps by Monday, following confirmation from...
BBC chief resigns after row over Trump documentary
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — The director general of the BBC announced his resignation Sunday following a row over the editing of a documentary about United States (US) President Donald Trump....
Morgan tours south Trelawny post Melissa
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Minister with responsibility for Works, Robert Morgan, says the National Works Agency (NWA) is working to create access, so that emergency services can reach residents in South...
Montego Bay business owners urged to reopen where possible
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Business leaders across Montego Bay, St James are being encouraged to restart operations on a phased basis. A phased reopening, allows businesses to reassemble supply chains,...
No ID needed for hurricane relief packages – MLSS
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) says claims circulating on social media that persons are required to present identification (ID) or Taxpayer Registration...
McKenzie orders immediate clean-up of hurricane debris in Falmouth
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie has ordered an immediate clean-up of debris in the historic town of Falmouth following the passage of...
UK minister says claims BBC misled viewers with Trump edit ‘incredibly serious’
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — A United Kingdom (UK) government minister on Sunday described as "incredibly serious" allegations over the way the BBC edited clips of US President Donald Trump in...
Cathy Matete takes Kenyan politicians to task in new song
It is often said that politics and corruption go hand in hand. Singer Cathy Matete, concerned at the high level of perceived injustice in her native Kenya, takes politicians to task in We Won’t be...
UK’s King Charles honours nation’s war dead
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — Britain's King Charles III on Sunday led commemorations for the nation 's war dead, along with other senior members of the royal family including his son and...
Christians in Bangladesh alarmed after bomb attacks
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AFP) — Fear has gripped Bangladesh's tiny Christian minority after three crude bomb attacks on churches and a Catholic school, which police on Sunday said caused no injuries but...
Digicel helping families reconnect and recover
Digicel helping families reconnect and recover
Roofless but resolute in Accompong
Roofless but resolute in Accompong
Bustamante Hospital for Children receives major boost as critically ill patients are transferred from hurricane-hit hospitals in the west
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As hospitals in the north and west continue to reel from the effects of Hurricane Melissa, the Sandals Foundation has injected $6-million worth of equipment and resources to...
Philippines halts search for typhoon dead as huge new storm nears
MANILA, Philippines (AFP) — Rescue work was suspended and preemptive evacuations began Saturday as Typhoon Fung-wong bore down on the Philippines, days after another storm killed at least 204...
Rybakina outguns world No1 Sabalenka to win WTA Finals
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AFP) — Elena Rybakina clinched her biggest title since Wimbledon in 2022 by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6 (7/0) at the WTA Finals in Riyadh on Saturday....
Wisdom shines in draughts/checkers open tournament
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The Jamaica Draughts Association, in collaboration with the Montego Bay Warriors Draughts Club, recently hosted a draughts and pool checkers open tournament at Jarrett Park in...
Jamaican students top 13 CSEC subjects in 2025 CXC Merit list
Jamaican students placed first in the region in 13 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) subjects in the June 2025 examinations. The results were contained in the Caribbean Examinations...
UTech announces resumption of classes following Hurricane Melissa
University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) is advising that in-person and online classes will resume on Monday, November 10, at the Main Campus, Papine, and the Arthur Wint Drive and Slipe Pen Road...
Triumphant Sabalenka praises Anisimova after pulsating WTA Finals semi
Triumphant Sabalenka praises Anisimova after pulsating WTA Finals semi
Jesse Royal upbeat as No Place Like Home gets a Grammy nod
Jesse Royal upbeat as
Jamaica’s Consul General to New York, Alsion Roach Wilson has died
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s Consul General to New York, Alsion Roach Wilson, who served in the post since 2019, has died. “I am deeply saddened to announce the passing today of Alsion Wilson,...
St Elizabeth pastor contributing to relief effort
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — Like most people born and raised in St Elizabeth, Sheldon Evans is used to seeing the bountiful farmlands of his home parish. He is still coming to grips with how Hurricane...
Aid for the elderly
Aid for the elderly
PAHO scales up emergency health response across the Caribbean following Hurricane Melissa
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) says it has activated its emergency coordination and response mechanisms and is working closely with Caribbean health...
Owners of collapsed Dominican nightclub formally charged
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AFP) — Prosecutors in the Dominican Republic filed manslaughter and other charges Friday against the owners of a nightclub where 236 people died earlier this...
St James tyre facility damaged by fire
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Fire of unknown origin damaged a container at the Boomerang Tyre facility in Montego Bay on Friday evening. The container, which housed tyres, a compressor and other...
UPS, FedEx ground MD-11 cargo planes after deadly crash
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — United States Freight carriers UPS and FedEx said they have grounded their fleets of MD-11 cargo planes, after one of them was involved in a deadly crash in...
Residents of flooded McNeil Lands need sanitation supplies urgently, says councillor
Residents of flooded McNeil Lands need sanitation supplies urgently, says councillor
Direct Relief donates medical supplies to Jamaica
Health supplies were delivered to Jamaica on Saturday by United States (US) charity Direct Relief as aid continues to enter the island following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Vice President...
Guardiola says ‘numbers are insane’ as he reaches 1,000 games in charge
Guardiola says ‘numbers are insane’ as he reaches 1,000 games in charge
Jamaica receives relief items from Guyana
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Jamaica has received a shipment of critical relief items, including tarpaulins, generators and chainsaws from the Republic of Guyana, to aid with the island’s recovery from...
Only the goat and cats survived
Only the goat and cats survived
Sunshine Girls among top netball teams for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Sunshine Girls among top netball teams for 2026 Commonwealth Games
West Green residents decry slow water restoration after Hurricane Melissa
Residents in West Green, St James, are lamenting what they describe as the slow response in restoring water to the community over a week after Hurricane Melissa struck, a situation they believe...
Govana, Guinness partnership takes on philanthropy
Govana, Guinness partnership takes on philanthropy
QQ joins the aid thrust
QQ joins the aid thrust
Tornado kills five, injures more than 400 in Brazil
BRASILIA, Brazil (AFP) — A tornado killed at least five people and injured more than 400 as it destroyed most of a town in southern Brazil, authorities said Saturday. The twister on Friday...
11-year-old boy’s death under investigation in Manchester, suicide suspected
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Police are trying to determine the circumstances surrounding the death of an 11-year-old boy who was found dead at his family home in Devon, Manchester on Friday. The boy has...
Brentford’s Rico Henry gets Reggae Boyz call-up for decisive World Cup qualifiers
Brentford wingback Rico Henry is the lone new face in Steve McClaren’s 26-player squad named on Saturday for the Reggae Boyz’ two defining World Cup qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago and...
‘Please, I need to bury my grandson!’
‘Please, I need to bury my grandson!’
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Tourism partners rally to help Jamaica recover
Tourism partners rally to help Jamaica recover
Verstappen laments setback in push for fifth title
Verstappen laments setback in push for fifth title
Hyundai Jamaica drives hurricane relief efforts in Trelawny
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Hyundai Jamaica extended its support to the people of Trelawny on Wednesday bringing essential aid to several communities severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Building on a...
John urges TTFA to retain Yorke as Soca Warriors boss
John urges TTFA to retain Yorke as Soca Warriors boss
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‘It feels good’
BBC says its anchor violated policy by saying ‘women’ instead of ‘pregnant people’
The British Broadcasting Corporation has upheld complaints that its reporter broke protocol when, in a now viral video of a live broadcast, she changed the words ‘pregnant people’ to ‘women’...
Slot urges patience as Isak returns to training with Liverpool
Slot urges patience as Isak returns to training with Liverpool
C3 Metals eyes mid-December restart after Hurricane Melissa setback
C3 Metals eyes mid-December restart after Hurricane Melissa setback
Monies to Jamaica under microscope
Monies to Jamaica under microscope
S Hotel in MoBay repurposes S Club as media base to aid journalists
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The S Hotel, Montego Bay announced Friday the transformation of its S Club facility, traditionally used for in-house entertainment, into a base of operations for active media...
$250-billion storm hit for Jamaican manufacturers
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican manufacturers, from major food processors to small furniture makers, are reporting an estimated $250 billion in damage from Hurricane Melissa, the Jamaica...
Decision on schoolboy football resumption expected Friday
A decision on the resumption of schoolboy football is expected to made later Fridat following an emergency meeting by the Inter Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA). The Jamaica Observer...
Alchemy of Souls delivers thrilling performance
Alchemy of Souls
Back to business
Back to business
Support for J’cans from Stuttgart
Support for J’cans from Stuttgart
IRIE AC remembers Hurricane Gilbert
When Category Three Hurricane Gilbert pounded Jamaica in September 1988, IRIE AC was among several hundreds of thousands who were impacted. “The biggest hurricane that I’ve been through was...
Bellingham, Foden recalled to England squad for World Cup qualifiers
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania. England,...
Reynolds looks to return Harbour View to JPL summit
Vassell Reynolds is aware of the mammoth task on hand as he sits in the hot seat as head coach of Harbour View FC trying to return the club to the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) summit. Ever since...
Musson Group acquires Beacon Insurance
Musson Group acquires Beacon Insurance
Jamie Melham on Half Yours second woman to win Melbourne Cup
Jamie Melham on
Kingston Creative opens doors to artists impacted by Hurricane Melissa
Kingston Creative opens doors to artists impacted by Hurricane Melissa
Nunes’ stable rises above hurricane woes, focusing on gratitude, resilience in the face of adversity
Nunes’ stable rises above hurricane woes, focusing on gratitude, resilience in the face of adversity
SVREL bets on fractional horse ownership; Gov’t lobbying in fresh racing revival push
SVREL bets on fractional horse ownership; Gov’t lobbying in fresh racing revival push
Sher Luxury Doll provides relief to communities deeply affected by Hurricane Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dancer-turned-entrepreneur Sherine Scarlett, known to her supporters as Sher Luxury Doll, is stepping up to deliver critical aid to communities devastated by Category Five...
Nelson rides Glorious Revenge in Woodbine opener
Nelson rides
My horses are safe but my office needs urgent attention – Calder
My horses are safe but my office needs urgent attention – Calder
Jeanel Bowla: The woman behind the brand
Jeanel Bowla:
‘CRH is devastated’: Doctors contradict CEO’s report, call for urgent meeting with Tufton
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Medical Doctors’ Association (JMDA) has raised concerns about the state of the Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in St James following the passage of Hurricane...
Jamaica’s two-tier market
Jamaica’s two-tier market
Hurricane Melissa prompts TOBA Mixed Sale reschedule to December 7
Hurricane Melissa prompts TOBA Mixed Sale reschedule to December 7
‘Not just about flour, sugar, and rice’
‘Not just about flour, sugar, and rice’
Succession planning via the capital markets
Succession planning via the capital markets
Parsard pledges November earnings to hurricane relief fund
Parsard pledges November earnings to hurricane relief fund
Caymanas Park returns to action
Caymanas Park returns to action
Morgan assures Trelawny Southern residents of road restoration efforts post hurricane
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Minister with Responsibility for Works in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Robert Nesta Morgan, has reassured residents of Trelawny Southern that...
Sykes commends court staff’s dedication amid Hurricane Melissa devastation
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has commended court staff and managers across several parishes for their resilience and commitment to restoring operations following the widespread...
Portland cookshop feels the pinch of Melissa
PORTLAND, Jamaica — The northeast Jamaica parish of Portland was spared the worst of the battering Hurricane Melissa delivered to the island more than a week ago, but a business establishment...
ISSA to consult stakeholders on restart of school football season post hurricane
With many waiting to hear about the restart of the high school football season, Inter Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) President Keith Wellington says a wide range of relevant...
‘Time come’ for Dancehall Grammy?
‘Time come’
Vybz Kartel, Jesse Royal, Lila Ike, Kezamdi and Mortimer to battle for reggae Grammy
Albums by Vybz Kartel, Jesse Royal, Lila Ike, Keznamdi and Mortimer have been nominated in the Best Reggae Album category of the 68th Grammy Awards. The nominations were announced on Friday. No...
Skeng, Shaneil Muir committed to Ja’s rebuilding efforts
Skeng, Shaneil Muir committed to Ja’s rebuilding efforts
S Hotel Montego Bay cops award for excellence from Condé Nast Johansens
Amid Jamaica’s ongoing recovery from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, there is uplifting news for the nation’s tourism industry. S Hotel Montego Bay has been awarded Best Hotel for...
‘Superman’ surgeon cuts path to family
‘Superman’ surgeon cuts path to family
‘Don’t let it cripple you’: Montego Bay Chamber President calls for business revival post-Melissa
ST JAMES, Jamaica – Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce president and Pier 1 operator Jason Russell is urging the ‘Second City’ to shift focus from destruction to recovery and resilience following the...
Father of slain schoolgirl charged with her murder
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Lawrence Sergeant, the father of slain Christiana High schoolgirl Shantina Sergeant, has been charged with her murder one month after her charred remains were found behind...
A total and complete disaster
A total and complete disaster
Hip Strip operators reeling from Hurricane Melissa devastation
Hip Strip operators reeling from Hurricane Melissa devastation
40 years after Grammy win, Sly recalls Black Uhuru’s ‘Anthem’
For Anthem, Black Uhuru’s fifth album for Island Records, producers Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare wanted to broaden the roots trio's appeal. They accomplished that by incorporating fresh...
Spice donates building supplies to Bethel Town
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — International dancehall artiste Spice says she donated building supplies to residents of Bethel Town in Westmoreland on Wednesday to help residents rebuild after Hurricane...
Rum sales outlook remains positive despite Hurricane Melissa
Rum sales outlook remains positive despite Hurricane Melissa
‘Recovery will be quicker than expected’
‘Recovery will be quicker than expected’
Unwinding the Billboard charts 20 years ago
Unwinding the Billboard charts 20 years ago
MJ Trucking on the move as Jamaica begins hurricane recovery
MJ Trucking on the move as Jamaica begins hurricane recovery
EFresh’s pandemic pivot cushions blow from tourism fallout
EFresh’s pandemic pivot cushions blow from tourism fallout
Bounty Killer teams with DJ Khaled in Hurricane Melissa relief effort
As the entertainment fraternity continues to lend its platforms and resources to relief efforts, Bounty Killer has joined forces with international producer DJ Khaled to support victims of...
Holness dismisses claims that former JLP MP hijacked hurricane relief supplies in Westmoreland
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has dismissed claims made by Member of Parliament (MP) for Westmoreland Central, Dwayne Vaz that former Jamaica Labour Party MP, George Wright,...
Treasure Bay Estates thrives despite Hurricane Melissa
Bernard St Aubyn Henry, executive chairman of Great Bay Joint Venture Company—developers of Treasure Bay Estates in St Elizabeth—has touted proactiveness as one of the main pillars that prevented...
JMEA says some members impacted by Hurricane Melissa disruptions
JMEA says some members impacted by Hurricane Melissa disruptions
Kremi foresees brief sales slump after Hurricane Melissa
Kremi foresees brief sales slump after Hurricane Melissa
General Accident Insurance to acquire Trinidad-based Beacon Insurance
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad — General Accident Insurance Company (Jamaica) Limited, through its parent company Musson Jamaica, has purchased 100 per cent of Beacon Insurance Company Limited, the...
SBAJ calls for coordinated national recovery effort
SBAJ calls for coordinated national recovery effort
Private sector unites to deliver urgent relief to western Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC) say they are working...
Miss Universe Ja departs for Thailand
Miss Universe Ja departs for Thailand
PriceSmart opening two new Jamaican clubs in 2026
PriceSmart opening two
Data tool J-SRAT, flagged disaster zones before Melissa hit
Data tool J-SRAT, flagged disaster zones before Melissa hit
Autopsy reveals UWI student died by strangulation
KINGSTON, Jamaica — An investigation has been launched into the October 16 death of a University of the West Indies, Mona student following an autopsy which revealed she died of strangulation,...
Fiwi Campus, Suppline, Charitable Hearts and Nakama Group collab for hurricane relief drive
Fiwi Campus, Suppline, Charitable Hearts and Nakama Group collab for hurricane relief drive
Kajj taps in his dynamism
Kajj taps in his dynamism
Shaggy to perform at 99th anniversary of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Multi-award-winning artiste Shaggy is set to perform at this year’s highly anticipated Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Shaggy made the announcement on his official social media pages on Monday,...
Chris Martin, Nigy Boy, Masicka line up for I Love Jamaica concerts
Shaggy, Chris Martin, Nigy Boy, Masicka line up for
Romain Virgo and Destra join Florida Jerk Fest lineup
Reggae artiste Romain Virgo and soca star Destra are the newest additions to the line-up for the main stage at the 23rd staging of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival which is scheduled for this...
Armzhouse Records founder to be released from US prison on Tuesday
Everton "Rado" Minott, founder of Armz House Records, known for producing hit rhythms such as the Forever rhythm, which featured artistes like Alkaline and Mavado, is slated to be released from a...
Jay-A hands out care packages in St Elizabeth
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Emerging dancehall artiste Jay-A Gullyside and his 1Nato team visited communities in St Elizabeth over the weekend where he handed out over 85 care packages to the elderly and...
Trump says not considering US strikes on Venezuela
WAHINGSTON, United States (AFP) — President Donald Trump said Friday he's not considering strikes on Venezuela, which fears a major US military buildup in the region is aimed at regime change in...
Melissa death toll remains at 19, figure expected to change, says Gov’t
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The official death toll from Hurricane Melissa remains at 19, but the number is expected to change as recovery efforts continue across the island, according to Information...
Vaz gets tough on JPS as 66 per cent of customers remain in the dark
Like he did during Hurricane Beryl last year, Energy Minister Daryl Vaz has begun to get impatient with utility provider Jamaica Public Service (JPS), three days after Jamaica was hit by Hurricane...
Golden Krust to provide aid, donations to Jamaica
In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, Golden Krust restaurant group says it is leading an effort in the United States to raise over US$250,000, supporting...
Import duty, GCT on hurricane relief items suspended
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Import Duty and General Consumption Tax (GCT), have been suspended for one month on specific goods and items imported in support of Jamaica’s national recovery efforts,...
Cabinet subcommittees established to lead post-Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Information Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon has announced the establishment of several Cabinet subcommittees to spearhead the Government’s recovery and relief efforts following...
UK deploys additional £5 million in emergency humanitarian funding for Jamaica and the Caribbean
The UK Government is mobilising an additional £5 million in emergency humanitarian funding – on top of £2.5 million announced earlier this week - to support Jamaica and the Caribbean region’s...
Vaz tells the police and Transport Authority to seize buses of operators who have increased their fares since Melissa hit
Transport Minister Daryl Vaz has told the Transport Authority and the police to conduct sting operations to nab public transport operators who have reportedly increased their fares in the...
Lifespan Water production affected by Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Following damage to several of its locations during the passage of Hurricane Melissa, Lifespan Company Limited, producers of Lifespan Spring Water, says it will be implementing...
‘There is no food, we sleep in fear’: Mothers worry in storm-hit Black River
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — Following the wreckage left behind by Hurricane Melissa, mothers in Black River are facing desperate conditions as they search for food, water, and basic supplies for their...
Police to escort fuel tankers into hard-hit areas says Vaz
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has been asked to escort fuel tankers into the hardest-hit parishes to ensure communities can start to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane...
Carib Cement resumes dispatch operations following Hurricane Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Caribbean Cement Company Limited (Carib Cement) has resumed cement dispatch operations at its Rockfort plant after conducting comprehensive safety checks and restoration work...
OUR urges JPS to exercise fairness in billing after Hurricane Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) is calling on the Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (JPS) to ensure fairness and transparency in its billing practices as...
Thrifty gas stations transitioning to 24 hour service to support residents
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Thrifty gas stations will extend service hours in key areas, plus coordinate direct delivery to hotels and essential services to ensure critical fuel supply is available across...
Council of Churches offers comfort and support to grieving nation
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Council of Churches (JCC) has cited that Hurricane Melissa has inflicted “monumental damage to the country at the personal and corporate levels”. “We have also...
ITA to resume services at four hubs on Monday, other locations to reopen in phases
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) has announced that operations at several of its service hubs, which were suspended following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, will resume on...
International support mobilises for Jamaica in wake of Hurricane Melissa
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The World Bank Group has announced that a comprehensive support package is being activated for Jamaica, following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. In a...
Better system for volunteers needed post Hurricane Melissa
Attorney-at-law and social justice advocate, Christina Williams has issued an appeal for a central voice to take command of volunteer relief activities across the island following devastation from...
WATCH: Golding calls for immediate support for residents in Westmoreland
Opposition Leader Mark Golding is calling for immediate relief support for residents in Westmoreland severely affected by Hurricane Melissa. "It is obviously a critical time now, four days after...
#MelissaAftermath: JMDA, MAJ issue urgent appeal for volunteer doctors at Black River Hospital
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Medical Doctors Association (JMDA) and the Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ), in collaboration with the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), are urgently...
Schools, churches in bad shape in St James
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Several schools and churches across St James have been badly damaged following the passage of Hurricane Melissa based on information coming forward. Reports are that the...
Much of Falmouth destroyed by Melissa – McKenzie
Minister of Local Government, Desmond McKenzie, says he has been informed by the Mayor of Falmouth, Colin Gager, that the old, historic town was all but destroyed by Hurricane Melissa which...
NEPA forges partnerships for coral reef restoration
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In an effort to prevent further degradation of Jamaica’s coral reefs, the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) launched its inaugural “Coral Reef Awareness Month” in...
Forex: $161.22 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Tuesday, September 30, ended trading at $161.22, up by 17 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile,...
WATCH: Anger over rape of schoolgirl lingers in St Catherine community
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica – Anger still lingers among members of a St Catherine school community days after the rape of one of their own, a seven-year-old girl. “The community still feels angry, if...
Samsung rolls out ‘One UI 8’ with sharper AI for Galaxy devices
Samsung Electronics said on Tuesday it has started rolling out its latest One UI 8 software to Galaxy smartphones, featuring more personalised artificial intelligence (AI) tools and enhanced...
Suspected mastermind of Argentina livestreamed femicide detained in Peru
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AFP) — Argentina's government on Tuesday said Peruvian authorities had detained the suspected mastermind behind the brutal murders of three young women in a live-streamed...
ResolveIT becomes first Jamaican ICT firm to earn triple Microsoft Solutions Partner status
KINGSTON, Jamaica — ResolveIT Limited, a Jamaican-owned information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider with more than 20 years of shaping digital transformation and driving...
Strong quake in central Philippines kills 26 as search ongoing
CEBU, Philippines (AFP) — A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake jolted the central Philippines, collapsing buildings and killing at least 26 people on the island of Cebu, authorities said early...
Flow signs MoU for ICT Teacher of the Year award with gov’t support
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Flow Foundation has received support from the Ministry of Education, Youth, Skills and Information for the 2026 launch of their ‘ICT Teacher of the Year’ award. The...
Mt Pleasant into semis of Concacaf Caribbean Cup
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Mt Pleasant FA stormed into the semi-finals of the Concacaf Caribbean Cup after beating Universidad O&M FC 2-0 at the National Stadium in Kingston to top Group A with the...
New MoBay Creative initiative to transform city into cultural tourism hub
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Kingston Creative has announced the launch of a new Creative Placemaking Programme called Mobay Creative, which is designed to boost cultural tourism, create new income streams...
UN Security Council approves new military force to fight Haiti ‘terrorist’ gangs
UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP) — The United Nations (UN) Security Council on Tuesday adopted a resolution to transform a UN-backed security mission in gang-dominated Haiti into a larger,...
Chef Brian Lumley gives Ugandans a taste of Jamaica
Executive Chef Brian Lumley, among Jamaica's best-trained culinarians, recently copped a major feature in Uganda’s Daily Monitor newspaper after wowing foodies in the African nation’s capital of...
Florida executes man for 1990 double murder
FLORIDA, United States (AFP) — A 64-year-old man was put to death by lethal injection in Florida on Tuesday for the 1990 murders of his employers, the 34th execution in the United States this...
Haiti, Caricom welcome UN Security Council resolution on Haiti
UNITED NATIONS, United States (CMC) — Haiti on Tuesday welcomed the decision of the United Nations (UN) Security Council to back a resolution authorising the transition of the Kenyan-led...
St Elizabeth Parish Court temporarily closed for refurbishing
T ELIZABETH, Jamaica — The Court Administration Division (CAD) says the St Elizabeth Parish Court in Black River will be temporarily closed to facilitate refurbishing works. It noted that during...
Johnson Smith dismisses ‘false’ allegations that gov’t has been silent on Palestine
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, is refuting accusations from the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) that the Government has...
US on brink of govt shutdown as last-ditch vote fails
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — The United States (US) government barreled towards its first shutdown in six years Tuesday, with funding expiring at midnight after Democrats fought a war of...
Jamaica coffee exporters’ delegation exploring opportunities in Japan
TOKYO, Japan — A delegation from the Jamaica Coffee Exporters Association (JCEA) is currently in Japan to attend the joint JCEA/Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA)...
Chelsea memories don’t ‘feed’ Mourinho after return ends in defeat
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Jose Mourinho insisted fond memories of his time at Chelsea were not enough to satisfy him after Benfica were beaten 1-0 on his return to Stamford Bridge on...
NCDs a major risk factor for dementia
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As the Ministry of Health and Wellness ramps up measures to prevent and manage non-communicable diseases (NCDs), Dr Brian Kazaara, a psychiatrist at the Bellevue Hospital, is...
Goat thieves further remanded, motor vehicle used to commit the act released by court
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Andrew Beacon and Anthony Spence, who are now before the court in connection with the theft of four goats from Hayes in Clarendon, were further remanded in custody when they...
Universal Service Fund targeting upgrade of community access points islandwide
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Universal Service Fund (USF) is looking to revamp community access points (CAPs) across the island. This was disclosed by Minister of Transport, Telecommunications and...
Holness promises to move minimum wage to $18,500 in 2026
The national minimum wage will be doubled from $16,000 to $32,000 over next several years, if the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) returns to power after Wednesday's General Election, says JLP leader,...
Peter Phillips says PNP is united
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Former President of the People’s National Party (PNP), Dr Peter Philips, one of the main speakers at the party’s mass rally in Sam Sharp Square Sunday night, said he had to be...
WATCH: High energy for final JLP mass rally in Spanish Town
It's almost 30 minutes before the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) kicks off its final mass rally in Spanish Town, St Catherine but already scores of party supporters are in the open area at the...
WATCH: OAS election observers attend JLP mass rally
Election observers from the Organization of American States (OAS), who are in the island to monitor the September 3 General Election, attended the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) mass meeting in...
PNP promises efficient government if elected
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The man expected to take over the reins of the country's finances if the People's National Party (PNP) takes power later this week, Julian Robinson, is promising efficiency in...
‘Every Labourite must vote before 12:59 pm,’ urges Montague while touting ‘1PM’ slogan
Chairman of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), Robert Montague, has urged party supporters to vote before 12:59 pm on Wednesday, September 3. "Every Labourite must vote 12:59 [pm]. You must vote...
WATCH: Not just a pretty face
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Supporters of Nekeisha Burchell, the People's National Party’s (PNP) candidate for St James Southern, want to make it clear that she is more than just a pretty face. "Yeah, she...
JLP mass meeting starts with Kukudoo leading off gospel segment
ST CATHERINE,Jamaica -- The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) mass meeting has kicked off at Old Harbour Road on Spanish Town, St Catherine, with its gospel segment, featuring gospel artiste David...
PNP has an appointment with a political 'backsiding'
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica -- Member of the Jamaica Labour Party's (JLP) Communications Taskforce, Marlon Morgan, has declared that the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) are set to get a...
Wheatley predicts Crawford, Pryce, and Dawes will be defeated in elections
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica -- Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Deputy General Secretary, Dr Andrew Wheatley is predicting that several of the governing party's candidates, including Robert 'Big Rob' Miller,...
WATCH: Sam Sharpe Square ready for PNP’s last major rally
ST JAMES, Jamaica — Last Sunday, it was a sea of green, now Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay is orange. In about an hour from now the People's National Party (PNP) will stage what is expected to...
We will never surrender Jamaica to the PNP, declares McKenzie… again
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica -- Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Deputy Leader Desmond McKenzie says the Andrew Holness-led government has done "wonders" for Jamaica since it first assumed office in 2016....
WATCH: Comrades march into Sam Sharpe Square
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A large crowd of orange-clad comrades has marched into this parish’s historic Sam Sharpe Square for a People's National Party mass rally expected to begin at 6:00 pm. At 4:25...
'No more stool man'
ST JAMES, Jamaica — For Janete Mair, the choice is clear for Westmoreland Central’s next Member of Parliament (MP). She’s backing the People's National Party's (PNP) Dwayne Vaz in Wednesday's...
‘Big Rob’ touts ‘performance after performance’ as MP for St Catherine South Eastern
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica -- Robert 'Big Rob' Miller, the Jamaica Labour Party's candidate for St Catherine South Eastern, says the constituency has witnessed "a cadre of performance after...
WATCH: Portmore Mayor accuses JLP representatives of claiming work they did no initiate
PORTMORE, St. Catherine — Mayor of Portmore Leon Thomas has pushed back against what he describes as false claims of development work being done in the municipality by a sitting member of...
Golding targets undecided and Labourites
ST JAMES, Jamaica — President of the People's National Party (PNP) Mark Golding has appealed to the undecided and even members of the Jamaica Labour Party (JKP) to join Comrades in supporting the...
Dawes woos healthcare workers
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The People’s National Party’s (PNP) point man on health, Dr Alfred Dawes, has appealed to healthcare workers to put their confidence in him to represent their interests should...
‘The best poll is the poll on September 3,’ says Tufton
Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Campaign Committee Chairman Dr Christopher Tufton has urged party workers and supporters to prepare for Wednesday's General Election despite one national opinion poll...
PM Holness reiterates that J’cans will sleep with their windows and doors open
Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) leader, Prime Minister Andrew Holness has vowed one day to fulfill the promise that Jamaicans will sleep with their windows and doors open. With murders and other crimes...
Racing United and Chapelton Maroons win back-to-back games to start JPL
KINGSTON, Jamaica -Racing United and Chapelton Maroons made it two wins in a row after wins over former champions Waterhouse FC and Harbour View FC respectively as the second round of the Jamaica...
Robert Morgan takes jab at Damion Crawford: ‘Spanish Town vanish clown!’
Robert Morgan, the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) candidate for Clarendon North Central, used the opening of his presentation at the party's mass meeting in Spanish Town, St Catherine, to take a jab...
Judge grants bail to man accused of $40m loan fraud using elder’s title
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man who is accused of obtaining a $40 million loan from a local company by using the title of another man had his bail reviewed during his case management hearing on Tuesday...
Performance is the key to success, says newcomer Riskii
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Emerging dancehall artiste Riskii says having a good command of the stage, can help artistes in their quest for dominance in the music space. “One of my strong points is my...
Ex-US airman who killed wife and 2 children executed in Florida
MIAMI, United States (AFP)—A former US Air Force sergeant who killed his wife and two young children was executed by lethal injection in the southern state of Florida on Thursday. Edward...
Kingston carpenter charged with murder
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A Kingston carpenter has been slapped with multiple charges in connection with the shooting death of a man earlier this month. Forty-four-year-old Dwayne Forbes, otherwise...
Trelawny man charged with murder
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — A Trelawny man has been charged with murder following an incident in the Falmouth Gardens community in May. He is 37-year-old Kemar Foster of the community. Foster is charged...
Heavy rain in Guinea capital kills at least seven
CONAKRY, Guinea (AFP)—At least seven people have died in Guinea's capital Conakry due to heavy overnight rain, the government said Thursday. The city's civil protection service had earlier told...
Residents of St Andrew West Central receive free community Wi-Fi
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Residents of Cockburn Gardens and surrounding communities in St Andrew West Central now have free access to the internet, following the launch of a community Wi-Fi initiative...
Kenne Blessin promoting new album
A sporadic writer, singer Kenne Blessin made a big effort to compose most of the tracks on his second album. That album, Caught My Attention, was released in February by Dacosta Muzic. But for a...
Jamaica booth pulls over 750,000 visitors at World Expo in Japan
OSAKA, Japan – Jamaica’s star quality is currently on display in Japan as the country’s booth continues to be a source of interest and excitement at the World Expo underway in Osaka. Set up in the...
Richardson, Lyles ease through 100m heats at US trials
EUGENE, United States (AFP) — Reigning 100m world champions Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruised through their opening heats at the United States (US) Track and Field trials on Thursday as...
Jamalco commits $25 million for back-to-school assistance
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Some 450 students across Clarendon and Manchester are set to benefit from Jamalco and Century Aluminum’s annual investment in education, amounting to approximately $25 million....
St Catherine woman accused of scamming relative
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A St Catherine woman has been dragged before court for allegedly scamming her relative. Amelia Venson, a 24-year-old resident of Caymanas Estate in Portmore, is charged with...
Former Bahamas PM proposes fast food ban in Family Islands to tackle health crisis
NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC) — Former Prime Minister of The Bahamas Dr Hubert Minnis has proposed introducing legislation to prevent international fast food franchises from operating in the smaller...
Trump signs order to impose higher tariffs on dozens of economies
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday imposing higher tariffs on dozens of countries in his latest bid to reshape global trade in favour of United...
Fixed election dates remain under active consideration — Malahoo Forte
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Marlene Malahoo Forte, says the issue of fixed election dates remains under active consideration. She said the matter was...
Man pleads guilty to cocaine charges, granted $400,000 bail
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man charged with possession of cocaine, dealing in cocaine and attempting to export the drug was granted bail in the sum of $400,000 with one to two sureties when he appeared...
Kamala Harris to detail 2024 presidential run in new book
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—Former US vice president Kamala Harris on Thursday announced she will provide an inside look at her unsuccessful 2024 presidential run against Donald Trump in a...
St Andrew South Police Division lists wanted men, persons of interest
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The St Andrew South police have listed several wanted persons and persons of interest in the division who are being urged to report to the Hunts Bay Criminal Investigations...
Jdart gaining traction with Hula Hoop
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jdart wears many hats. He’s a music producer, an events promoter and a recording artiste. Residing between Kingston and Japan, Jdart promotes several events in Japan where he...
Brazil vows to fight Trump tariff ‘injustice’
BRASILIA, Brazil (AFP)—Brazil vowed Thursday to combat US President Donald Trump's tariffs on its exports, saying it intends to lodge appeals if last-ditch negotiations fail. Finance Minister...
Forex: $161.24 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Thursday, July 31, ended trading at $161.24, down by 1 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the...
Driver injured in two-vehicle collision in Hanover
HANOVER, Jamaica — At least one person is now awaiting medical attention following a two-vehicle collision on the Mosquito Cove main road near Sandy Bay in Hanover on Thursday. The person is...
LMAJ St James ‘Marching Band Explosion 2025’ set for July 6 in MoBay
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The St James Chapter of the Lay Magistrates Association of Jamaica (LMAJ) has announced the return of its signature event, which has been rebranded as ‘Marching Band Explosion...
‘Targeted, sophisticated’ cyberattack hits ICC
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AFP) — The International Criminal Court said Monday it had identified and contained a targeted "cybersecurity incident", the second such attack in the space of two years....
Project STAR boosts business know-how in May Pen
CLARENDON, Jamaica- Micro-entrepreneurs in May Pen are stepping into a new phase of business growth, thanks to a series of targeted interventions led by Project STAR. Following a needs assessment...
Australian nursery worker charged with raft of child sex crimes
Sydney, Australia (AFP)-Doctors urged that 1,200 Australian children get tested for infectious diseases on Tuesday after police charged a former daycare worker with dozens of "deeply distressing"...
Bahamian elected to the IACHR
NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC) -The Bahamas government says human rights expert and attorney, Marion Bethel, has been elected commissioner of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR). The...
Trinidadian women’s parliamentary group celebrates contribution of women legislators
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — The Women Parliamentarians of Trinidad and Tobago (WPTT) Monday said while it stands proud of the 25 per cent female representation that has been achieved in the...
Isaacs launches music platform to promote emerging artistes and Caribbean music globally
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Anthony Isaacs is channeling his passion for philanthropy into music, with his recently launched JAIRIE Radio, an independent, Black-owned internet radio station that streams...
Charge Warmington, Campbell urges police
KINGSTON, Jamaica—General Secretary of the People's National Party (PNP), Dayton Campbell, is calling on the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to charge Member of Parliament for St Catherine South...
‘From Audley to Audrey’: Shaw bids emotional farewell in Manchester NE
MANCHESTER, Jamaica – Emotions ran high as three-decade Member of Parliament Audley ‘Man A Yaad’ Shaw was lauded for his service to Manchester North East as he handed over to his successor Senator...
Fluminense stun Inter Milan to reach Club World Cup quarters
Charlotte, United States (AFP)-Fluminense sent Inter Milan packing from the Club World Cup on Monday with a 2-0 win in Charlotte that took the Brazilian side through to the quarter-finals. German...
Jamaican woman stabbed to death in Bronx, New York
NEW YORK, USA— A Jamaican woman was reportedly stabbed to death in Wakefield in the Bronx, New York, on Saturday night. The woman, identified as 40-year-old Tamara Rowe, a former employee of the...
Trump dismantles Syria sanctions programme as Israel ties eyed
Washington, United States (AFP) — President Donald Trump on Monday formally dismantled United States (US) sanctions against Syria, hoping to reintegrate the war-battered country into the global...
48-hour curfew imposed in sections of Kingston Eastern police division
KINGSTON, Jamaica— A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in sections of the Kingston Eastern Police Division. The curfew began at 6:00 pm on Monday, June 30 and will remain in effect until 6:00 pm on...
New code of ethics and national registry to elevate standards for Jamaica’s HR professionals
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Human resource (HR) professionals in Jamaica are set to operate under new national standards following the endorsement of key reforms by the Ministry of Labour and Social...
Suriname declared Malaria-free by WHO
Paramaribo, Suriname (AFP)-Suriname has become the first Amazonian country to eliminate malaria after 70 years of fighting the mosquito-borne disease, the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced...
Grassroots businesses generate over $100 million in sales with support from SDC
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Grassroots entrepreneurs supported by the Social Development Commission (SDC) and Local Economic Development Support Programme (LEDSP) have generated more than $100 million in...
Phillips, Clarke and Stewart-Hinchcliffe to receive honorary doctorates from UCC
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former Minister of Finance and Planning Dr Peter Philips, Deputy Managing Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Dr Nigel Clarke and Audrey Stewart-Hinchcliffe will...
Clarke calls for more efforts to deal with debt restructuring
SEVILLE, Spain (CMC) – Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Dr Nigel Clarke, on Monday said the international community must further improve debt restructuring...
Southern Europe roasts as temperatures soar
Paris, France (AFP)-Paris was put on red alert for extreme heat and Spain and Portugal reported record temperatures on Monday as a heatwave across southern Europe triggered health warnings and...
Warmington apologises, withdraws controversial remarks made at JLP event
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Member of Parliament for St Catherine South West, Everald Warmington, has issued a formal apology and withdrawn remarks he made on a political platform in Westmoreland on...
CAF approves multi-million dollar loan for Bahamas
SEVILLE, Spain, (CMC) -The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), says it has approved a US$100 million loan to the Bahamas to reform energy sector in the country. It said that...
Forex: $160.36 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Monday, June 30, ended trading at $160.36, down by 46 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the...
Man suspected of committing suicide in St Elizabeth water tank
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A St Elizabeth man is suspected to have committed suicide on Friday after he was reportedly seen going into a 10-foot water tank in Santa Cruz. The deceased has been...
Man wanted in Clarendon arrested in Greenvale, Manchester
MANCHESTER, Jamaica— A man wanted by the Clarendon police for shooting with intent was apprehended in the once troubled community of Greenvale, Manchester on Saturday. The man identified by...
Ardenne schoolmates heading to Cuban universities
Ardenne schoolmates heading to Cuban universities
OPEC+ announces sharp increase in July oil production
VIENNA, Austria (AFP) -- Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other key OPEC+ members announced on Saturday a huge increase in crude production for July. They will produce an additional 411,000 barrels a...
Lyssons win INSPORTS primary champs
Lyssons Primary regained their Institute of Sports (INSPORTS) Devon Biscuits National Primary Schools Athletics Championship in style at the National Stadium on Saturday, beating second place...
Brilliant PSG demolish Inter Milan to win first Champions League title
MUNICH, Germany (AFP) -- Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League for the first time in their history as Luis Enrique's brilliant young side outclassed Inter Milan on Saturday in the most...
WATCH: JCF receives $650 million high-tech upgrade
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has received a $650-million infusion of high-tech equipment, that will significantly boost the speed, coordination, and effectiveness of the organisation’s...
‘Reckless and dangerous’
‘Reckless and dangerous’
‘Big Tree’ charged with second murder in Manchester
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A Manchester man who police have described as a hit man is to face the court in relation to a second murder charge. He is Nicholas Stewart, otherwise called ‘Big Tree’, a...
Guyana nomination day set for July 14
GEORGETOWN. Guyana, (CMC) – The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Friday announced that nomination day for the country's upcoming polls is July 14. That’s according to the work plan...
Police protection provided to new FID head Dennis Chung
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Dennis Chung, the incoming Financial Investigation Division (FID) chief technical director, has been assigned police protection following threats and undue pressure for him not...
Police probing abduction of election scrutineer in St Andrew
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Police are intensifying their investigation into the abduction of a woman, Lorna Robertson, who was snatched by unknown assailants on Old Hope Road in St Andrew, in the...
Youth start-up programme to ease entry intro agriculture
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Government is making it easier for young Jamaicans to enter the agricultural sector under the new Agro Park Youth Start-Up Programme. Announced by Minister of Agriculture,...
England’s Overton ruled out of West Indies series
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) --England fast bowler Jamie Overton will miss the rest of the white-ball series against the West Indies after suffering a broken finger. Overton sustained the injury...
Nominations open for LASCO/NAJ nurse and nursing student of the year awards
Nominations are now open for the coveted LASCO/Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) Nurse of the Year 2025–2026 and Nursing Student of the Year 2025–2026 awards. With six nursing schools already on...
Ruthless Sinner marches into French Open fourth round
PARIS, France (AFP) -- Top seed Jannik Sinner dismissed world number 34 Jiri Lehecka in straight sets on Saturday at Roland Garros as the Italian booked his place in the fourth round. Sinner...
Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has died
LOS ANGELES, California — Ronald Fenty, the father of global superstar Robyn ‘Rihanna’ Fenty, has passed away at the age of 70, according to US media reports. The elder Fenty reportedly died in...
Romeich, Slyda release Red Fyah rhythm
Romeich, Slyda release
Sandals donates two ambulances to Jamaica Fire Brigade
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arm of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) has been boosted by the donation of two ambulances by Sandals Resorts International. The ambulances are valued at $12...
Reggae Boyz name unchanged line-up for Unity Cup final
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Reggae Boyz head coach Steve McClaren has named an unchanged line-up to face Nigeria in the final of the Unity Cup at the Brentford Community Stadium in London on Saturday. The...
Vybz Kartel pulls out of Trinidad performance
Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel will not appear for his scheduled performance at the One Caribbean Music Festival in Trinidad and Tobago due to the promoter allegedly failing to fulfil contractual...
Reggae Boyz lose on penalties to Nigeria in Unity Cup final
Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz were beaten 5-4 on penalties by Nigeria after playing out a 2-2 draw in the Unity Cup final at Brentford Community Stadium in London on Saturday. Steve McClaren’s team showed...
‘Silly season’: Tufton rejects Dawes’ criticism over $31 million neurosurgical drill
Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has rejected criticism from his Opposition counterpart Dr Alfred Dawes about the cost of the neurosurgical drill purchased for the Bustamante...
‘Den Den’ charged for body found in hole last year
The long arm of the law has caught and charged a man in connection with a murder that occurred in Rose Town, Kingston, more than a year ago. The accused, Dennis ‘Den Den’ McKenly, a factory worker...
Hundreds of farm workers off to Canada
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A batch of 223 farm workers will depart the island today for various provinces in Canada, under the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme (SAWP). Of the number, 200 will...
World’s oldest person, a Brazilian nun, dies aged 116
BRASILIA, Brazil (AFP) - The world's oldest person, Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas, died Wednesday at the age of 116, having barely survived infancy and attributing her long life to God, her...
Teen accused of robbing biker granted bail
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A teen accused of robbery with aggravation and malicious destruction of property was granted bail when he appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday. Miguel...
Trelawny police theorise Tuesday night’s shooting of three men at bar was revenge for murder of ‘Stone’
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — The Trelawny police believe that the shooting of three men at a bar in Martha Brae on Tuesday night was a reprisal attack for the murder of 32-year-old Courtney Reid, also...
House approves bills to increase penalties for murder
KINGSTON, Jamaica - The House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 29) passed three bills that seek to appropriately treat with and increase the penalties for the offence of murder under Jamaican...
Gov’t target 1,600 vehicle fleet for JCF
KINGSTON, Jamaica - The Government is looking to boost the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) fleet of vehicles to ensure that the force has 1,600 operational units available at all times, says...
Maxi Priest, Tifa, Third World, Alison Hinds and more for Florida’s Art of Music Festival
DJ Stretch and his brother DJ Brad are the members of the popular South Florida-based sound system Extatic Sound. A few years ago, they decided to venture into event promotion with the staging of...
Elderly man on ganja charges requests lawyer ‘to beg’ on his behalf
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A case management hearing has been set for an elderly man facing ganja-related charges after his appearance at the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday. Van Edwards...
Forex: J$159.46 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The US dollar on Wednesday, April 30, ended trading at $159.46 up from $159.28, up by 18 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the...
St Mary man arrested for cannabis-laced items
ST MARY, Jamaica - A 46- year-old St Mary man was taken into custody early Wednesday morning after a police operation reportedly found several items laced and infused with cannabis. Police...
Nevis Island Assembly passes Online Gaming Bill
CHARLESTOWN, Nevis – The Nevis Island Assembly has approved the Nevis Online Gaming Bill, 2025, a landmark piece of legislation designed to regulate the online gaming industry in Nevis and...
Gas prices up $3.06, diesel down $0.15
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Motorists should see an increase at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, May 1, according to the latest ex-refinery costs from Petrojam. With both grades of...
Microsoft reports strong results driven by cloud and AI
SAN FRANCISCO, United States (AFP) -- Technology giant Microsoft posted robust quarterly results on Wednesday, with revenue rising 13 per cent to US$70.1 billion, powered by a strong performance...
Trinidad: Young resigns as chairman of PNM after crushing election defeat
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) - Outgoing Trinidad and Tobago prime minister, Stuart Young, Wednesday submitted his resignation as chairman of the People’s National Movement (PNM) following the...
Commonwealth group says Trinidad election well-organised, but areas for improvement
THE Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) has commended key election stakeholders of Trinidad and Tobago on a well-organised parliamentary election, in preliminary findings on the 2025 polls, but...
Package with Mario Deane’s pants denied again from being entered into evidence
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Supreme Court Judge Justice Courtney Daye who is currently presiding over the Mario Deane case has rejected attempts to have a pair of pants belonging to the deceased...
Barca fight back against Inter in sensational semi-final draw
BARCELONA, Spain (AFP) -- Barcelona and Inter Milan shared a compelling 3-3 draw in a high-octane Champions League semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday. The Italian side raced into a two-goal...
Italy to require parental approval for sex education in school
ROME, Italy (AFP) — Italy's government presented a bill Wednesday that would require parental approval for sex education classes, which are not mandatory in the predominantly Catholic country. The...
Building a brighter future: Charles Jr highlights his ministry’s commitment to supporting youth
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr delivered an motivational address to approximately 930 students at Central High School in Clarendon, during the...
Mario Deane Trial: Items from cell tested positive
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — A forensic science officer assigned to the Institute of Forensic Science and Legal Medicine on Wednesday testified in the ongoing Mario Deane case that tests conducted on...
Young students thrilled about stock market
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Students at Avondale Preparatory School in Kingston, Kahleel Hutchinson and Khalif Wright, emerged top performers in the first month of the Wizdom CRM Virtual Stock Market...
Forex: $158.36 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Monday, March 31, ended trading at $158.36 down by 10 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar...
Wellesley Bolt, father of Usain Bolt, has died
Wellesley Bolt, the father of Jamaican track legend Usain Bolt, has died. It is understood that the senior Bolt passed away on Monday after a lengthy illness. He was 68. Wellesley often featured...
‘Me happy!’: St Catherine man elated after winning $245m Super Lotto jackpot
KINGSTON, Jamaica - A labourer from St Catherine is the latest Super Lotto millionaire, after winning the J$245 million jackpot, according to Supreme Ventures. The winning ticket, featuring the...
Clean-up for statues in Sam Sharpe Square
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A team from the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) has been deployed to clean the statues in Sam Sharpe Square, Montego Bay, which were defaced recently. Eight members from...
Calabar head coach Bennett uncertain about future
Calabar High School's head coach, Corey Bennett has expressed uncertainty about his future at the institution after the expiration of his three-year contract. Bennett guided the school to two...
International Gymnastics Federation President Watanabe to visit Jamaica soon
Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) President Christopher Samuda says International Gymnastics Federation President Morinari Watanabe will visit the island soon. Samuda, however, would not share...
SpaceX to launch private astronauts on first crewed polar orbit
Cape Canaveral, United States (AFP)–SpaceX is set to launch the first human spaceflight directly over Earth's polar regions on Monday -- a days-long, privately funded orbital mission involving...
PM Andrew Holness extends condolences to family of Wellesley Bolt
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Prime Minister Andrew Holness in a post to his instagram expressed his condolences to the Bolt family following the loss of Wellesley Bolt. The post acknowledged the role of...
Grange pays tribute to Wellesley Bolt
Kingston, Jamaica – Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, has expressed condolences to the family of sprint legend Usain Bolt following the passing of his father,...
CARICOM aligning tax treaty with international standards
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) —A senior official of the Guyana-based Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat on Monday said that the 15-member regional integration grouping is moving towards updating...
Hydel High celebrate ‘Champs’ win
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica— Potential and promise were some themes emerging from exuberant devotion exercises at Hydel High Monday morning as the school celebrated their win at the Issa/GraceKennedy...
Monday is likely final day to register to vote in upcoming general election
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaicans are being reminded that Monday, March 31, is likely the final day for voter registration for the next general election. The Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) warns...
‘They’re not doing any work’: Spanish Town deputy mayor chides NSWMA
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica – Deputy Mayor of Spanish Town, the People’s National Party’s Ralston Wilson is calling on the Government to address what he said is poor garbage collection by the National...
Mr Vegas features at St James JLP meeting Sunday
ST JAMES, Jamaica – Even though he proclaimed that he was not in attendance at the Jamaica Labour Party's (JLPs) St James Central workers meeting in the capacity of an entertainer, reggae singer...
In St Andrew Eastern, Cuthbert-Flynn rallies support for JLP third term
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) spokesperson Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn has reaffirmed her confidence in the leadership of the ruling party while praising the Andrew Holness-led...
Police high command expresses condolences to family of sergeant Wallace
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) high command says it is saddened by the death of Sergeant William Wallace, who was electrocuted at his home on Sunday, March 30. “The...
School administrators urged to continue sexual violence sensitisation
KINGSTON, Jamaica– Having impacted more than 500 upper-high-school boys across eight institutions in St Thomas, organisers of the ‘Echoes of Change: The Problem with the P’ project are calling on...
PAHO issues new epidemiological alert amid rising yellow fever cases in the Americas
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) – The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) Monday issued a new epidemiological alert in response to an increase in yellow fever cases across the Americas during...
Advocates condemn Trump memo targeting immigration lawyers
NEW YORK, United States (CMC) – Immigration advocates have condemned a Trump administration memo calling for sanctions, reviews and stricter oversight of attorneys representing Caribbean and other...
Brathwaite quits as West Indies Test skipper, Hope takes white-ball charge
St John's, Antigua and Barbuda (AFP)—Kraigg Brathwaite quit as West Indies Test captain on Monday after four years in charge while ODI skipper Shai Hope was handed leadership of the T20 team,...
JFB renews call for citizens to protect fire hydrants
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Citizens are, again, being urged to take steps to safeguard fire hydrants and avoid actions that could render them inoperable. Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) commissioner, Stewart...
March 4 will be observed as Peace Day
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Peace and Love in Society (PALS) Jamaica, will observe Peace Day 2025 on Tuesday, March 4, under the theme ‘Speak Peace. Live Peace’. Acting Director of the Safety and Security...
‘Budman’ slapped with gun charges after St James police operation
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A labourer from St James has been slapped with gun-related charges following an intelligence-led police operation conducted at his Anchovy home last December. Charged with...
Ailing pope suffers breathing ‘crisis’, Vatican says
VATICAN CITY, Holy See (AFP) — Pope Francis, in hospital with pneumonia, suffered a breathing "crisis" on Friday which caused him to vomit but he was given air and responded well, the Vatican...
Shocked and angry, Ukrainians back Zelensky after Trump row
KYIV, Ukraine (AFP) — Ukrainians reacted with shock and anger after an unprecedented verbal altercation between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House. Prime Minister Denys Shmygal...
Gene Hackman had likely been dead nine days when found — sheriff
SANTA FE, United States (AFP) — Hollywood legend Gene Hackman had likely been dead for over a week when he and his wife were found lifeless in their New Mexico home, the local sheriff said Friday....
Caricom foreign ministers meet to discuss US position on Cuban medical brigade
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — Caribbean Community (Caricom) foreign ministers met on Friday to discuss the decision by the United States (US) to revoke the visas of foreign government officials...
Holness says Grange Lane expansion is key to Portmore’s growth
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the expansion of Grange Lane in Portmore, St Catherine is a proactive measure to prepare for the anticipated increase in traffic resulting...
People with disabilities to benefit from NWC Amnesty
KINGSTON, Jamaica -- Persons with disabilities or their verified caregivers have been added to the list of beneficiaries under the National Water Commission (NWC) Amnesty Programme. Eligible...
Trump scolds Zelensky in ugly Oval Office shouting match
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- US President Donald Trump cut short a meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday and said the Ukrainian leader is "not ready" for peace with Russia in an...
Forex: $157.33 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Friday, February 28, ended trading at $157.33 down by 51 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the Canadian...
Dancehall Week Business Of Entertainment Expo lobbies for further growth in industry
The Dancehall Week Business Of Entertainment Expo, held on Wednesday at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in St Andrew, highlighted the importance of dancehall culture and its growth over...
Brown’s Town elderly celebrated at SDC fair
BROWN’S TOWN, St Ann —The Social Development Commission (SDC), in a heartwarming display of community spirit and appreciation, partnered with key stakeholders to host the ninth annual Brown's Town...
Pedestrians urged to take greater responsibility for their safety on the roads
KINGSTON, Jamaica —Pedestriansure are being urged to take greater responsibility for their safety when traversing the nation’s roadways and comply with the law. The appeal comes from Assistant...
Policeman held with ganja at Horizon prison, charged
A policeman has been charged after he was reportedly held with ganja at the Horizon Adult Remand Centre on Spanish Town Road in Kingston. Charged with dealing in ganja and bringing prohibited...
Mexico says it sent drug lords to US for ‘national security’
MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AFP) — Mexico handed over 29 alleged drug lords to the United States for reasons of national security and outside the countries' extradition treaty, the attorney general said...
Duplantis breaks his own pole vault world record with leap of 6.27m
CLERMONT-FERRAND, France (AFP) — Swedish Olympic champion Armand Duplantis broke his own world record on Friday at the All Star Pole Vault in Clermont-Ferrand, France and then promoted another...
Stonebwoy set to perform at Dream Wknd
Ghana’s king of reggae Stonebwoy will bring his firebrand energy to the Dream Wknd stage in Jamaica this summer. He is scheduled to perform at Igloo on August 5, the final day of the party series...
PNP youth arm demands end to ‘racist slurs’ from the JLP
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The People's National Party Youth Organization (PNPYO) has expressed deep concern over the use of racially charged rhetoric from the governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), which...
Senate passes Bill to make Portmore Jamaica’s 15th parish
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government’s move to make Portmore Jamaica’s 15th parish advanced further on Friday as the Senate voted to pass the Counties and Parishes (Amendment) Act 2025 granting...
Hundreds of firings at key US climate agency — lawmaker
WASHINGTON, DC, United States (AFP) — Hundreds of scientists and experts have been fired from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a leading United States (US) agency...
CODA secures exclusive streaming rights for Vybz Kartel concert in BVI
CODA Network (CODA) has secured the exclusive streaming rights for dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel’s concert in the British Virgin Islands next month. The event, scheduled for March 15 in Wickhams...
100 firearms, 8000 ammo seized in 3 months — Jamaica Customs
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has issued a stern warning to gun smugglers after intercepting over 100 illegal firearms and 8,000 rounds of ammunition in two major seizures...
CPFSA honours 52 students for outstanding academic performance
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) on Thursday, January 30 honoured 52 students for their outstanding academic performance in external examinations. They...
JPL Golden Boot race heats up
ST ANN, Jamaica--The race for the Golden Boot in the Jamaica Premier League is heating up after three players took their scoring tallies to double figures in the 21st round of games which ended on...
Sunshine Girls team captain Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard suffers pregnancy loss
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Sunshine Girls team captain Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard and her family are mourning the tragic loss of her unborn child. This was confirmed by Netball Jamaica in a social media post...
Man, woman charged with 2024 murder
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Two people, including a woman, have been charged with murder in relation to the November 15, 2024, shooting death of a man along Orange Street in Kingston. Charged are Ticy...
T&T police commissioner arrested and detained as probe continues into importation of guns
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — Trinidad and Tobago Police Commissioner, Erla Harewood-Christopher has been arrested and detained as investigations continue into the importation of two sniper...
Slickianna’s murder accused case postponed to October 15
ST JAMES, Jamaica – Incomplete files have once again delayed the case against Rushawn Patterson, the man charged in connection with the October 2022 murder of social media influencer Aneika...
White House says Trump will impose Canada, Mexico, China tariffs at weekend
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)- President Donald Trump will impose tariffs Saturday on the three largest US trading partners -- Canada, Mexico and China -- the White House said, sparking concern...
Fitness Resolution: Sticking to the plan beyond January
As the excitement of a new year fades, the drive to stick with ambitious fitness resolutions often wavers, and the gym memberships purchased in early January feel less exciting by the end of the...
Double murder rocks Greenwood
ST JAMES, Jamaica — A Canadian man and woman were shot and killed during a home invasion in the St James community of Greenwood Thursday night. The deceased have been identified as 61-year-old...
WATCH: ‘Meet a judge or your maker’ Holness warns deportees with criminal intentions
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has warned deportees with criminal intentions that they will “either meet a judge or [their] maker” if they seek to wreak havoc in Jamaica after being returned to the...
Fitz-Henley says PNP and KSAMC caught engaging in organised criminality
Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley says the People's National Party (PNP) secretariat and the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) have been caught participating in "corruption...
Barita receives A+ credit ratings from CariCRIS
Barita Investments Limited has been assigned strong investment-grade issuer/corporate credit ratings by Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS). It earned initial...
JFJ reiterates call for body-worn camera amid surge in security force fatal shootings
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Human rights lobby group Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) is renewing its call for the use of body-worn cameras by members of the security forces during operations amid an increase in...
Selector among two men facing gun-related charges
CLARENDON, Jamaica — A selector is among two men charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorised possession of ammunition following an incident at Toll Gate, Clarendon on Monday,...
Riu Resorts Jamaica sales spike since resumption of LATAM Airlines flights
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica-RIU Resorts Jamaica is reporting that sales to some of their seven properties in the island have significantly increased since the LATAM Airlines resumed flights between...
Vendor slapped with gun and assault charges
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A vendor of Majesty Gardens in Kingston has been charged with several offences following an incident in his community on Thursday, January 16. Twenty-year-old Tedeeky Perkins...
ALGA-J AGM erupts into chaos, police called in
MANCHESTER, Jamaica— Police were called to quell tensions after chaos erupted during Friday morning’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association of Local Government Authorities of Jamaica...
Bureau of Standards commended for regional leadership in quality assurance
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) has been commended for its pivotal role in promoting quality, innovation and international competitiveness by Minister of Industry,...
Small plane crashes in Philadelphia, governor says
PHILADELPHIA, United States (AFP) -- A small private airplane crashed in northeast Philadelphia Friday, a top official said, with media showing images of a fireball that sparked blazes on the...
Aston Villa’s Duran joins Saudi club Al Nassr for reported £64 mln
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joined Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr on Friday in a deal worth a reported £64 million (US$79 million). Duran was unable to break...
US plugs pipeline for Cuba remittances
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- The United States on Friday banned transactions with the main pipeline for remittances to Cuba, the latest effort to clamp down on the communist island since...
Forex: J$157.44 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The US dollar on Friday, January 31, ended trading at $157.44 down by 38 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar...
Gaza healthcare nearing ‘total collapse’ due to Israeli strikes: UN
GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP)— A United Nations report published Tuesday found that Israeli strikes on and near hospitals in the Gaza Strip had left healthcare in the Palestinian territory on the...
Manhunt launched for escaped alleged gunman in Spalding stand-off
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The police have launched a manhunt for one of the four alleged gunmen who surrendered to cops following a standoff in Spalding, Clarendon on December 8. The escapee has been...
Freedom Street crowd rolls into National Stadium
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Tonight marks a monumental moment for thousands of Gaza fans worldwide, as the highly anticipated return of the Worl’ Boss, Vybz Kartel takes center stage after 13 years behind...
UPDATE: Police open investigation into burial shooting
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica -The police have launched a probe into an incident where a 23- year-old man from Kitson Town disrupted a burial, desecrated a corpse and was shot dead by a licensed firearm...
Police warn against gun salutes as part of New Year’s celebration
KINGSTON, Jamaica –The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has issued a strong warning to persons planning to engage in gun salutes to ring in the New Year. Head of the Constabulary Communications...
Big turnout for Colour Splash
MANCHESTER, Jamaica— The highly-anticipated Color Splash saw close to 6,000 patrons partying at Nashville in Mandeville, Manchester on Grand Market night as the event’s organiser overcame...
NHT urges caution when applying for returns
KINGSTON, Jamaica-The National Housing Trust (NHT) is advising its customers to beware of third party sites as they prepare to apply for refunds as of January 1. “Ensure the use of secure,...
Freedom Street attracts global audience
KINGSTON, Jamaica— If there was ever a doubt Vybz Kartel’s global reach, it was easily shattered on Tuesday night as fans from across the world flocked the National Stadium to witness his historic...
Gas prices up $0.53, $0.57, diesel up $0.19
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Motorists should see an increase at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, January 2, according to the latest ex-refinery costs from Petrojam. 90-octane will be...
King’s Counsel Norma Linton passes, PNP pays tribute
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Attorney-at-law Norma Linton has passed away. Linton started her legal career in 1971. She was also a founding member of the Advocates Association of Jamaica where she served...
New security policy for entry into Supreme Court, Public Building East
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaican Bar Association is advising its members that the Supreme Court will be implementing a new security policy effective at the start of the term in January 2025. This...
NHT to begin accepting refund applications for contributions paid up to 2017
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The National Housing Trust (NHT) is set to begin accepting applications, come January 1, 2025, for the refund of contributions paid up to 2017. Assistant General Manager for...
One of four alleged gunmen in Spalding stand-off escapes custody
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A police source has confirmed that one of four alleged gunmen who surrendered to cops following a tense, hours-long standoff in Spalding, Clarendon on December 8 escaped...
Lilliput Rovers rally for win over Bogue FC
ST JAMES, Jamaica— Lilliput Rovers rallied after trailing at half time to beat Bogue FC 3-1 in their St James Football Association/Sandals Resorts International Major League Zone A game played at...
WATCH: Sangster International Airport gets two new e-gates
Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St James, enhanced its immigration and customs processing with the installation of two new e-gates among other digital solutions, in time for the...
Forex: J$156.41 to one US dollar
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 ended trading at $156.41 up by 16 cents according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the Canadian...
Road deaths set for seven-year low in 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jamaica's road fatalities are set for a double-digit reduction in 2024 while falling below the 400 mark for the first time in five years and hitting a seven-year low. On the...
Chronic Law ‘King of Youtube’ streaming in Ja
KINGSTON, Jamaica— As entertainers reflect on the year they had in music, many are tabulating their successes as part of annual assessments. Well, so are we. In our review of entertainers who...
Haiti pleased with latest round of talks with US
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – Haiti has welcomed the “dynamic collaboration” with the United States on security and other issues following discussions between the country’s Defence Minister Jean Michel...
Guyana seeks to clarify ‘misleading’ information on cash pension payment
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (CMC) – Guyana's National Insurance Scheme (NIS) Tuesday described as “inaccurate and misleading” reports posted on social media that a pensioner suffered a stroke while...
Don Husky releases first track from forthcoming album
KINGSTON, Jamaica— ‘Jim Brown Badness’ marks the first single from Don Husky’s soon-to-be released album titled ‘Native Tongue’. The track is a soulful number about the complicated world of street...
Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)— Mikel Arteta has challenged Arsenal to hammer away at Liverpool's daunting lead in the Premier League title race. Arteta's side head into their New Year's Day clash...