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Fletcher & Charles lead WI-A to victory over Nepal

A 92-run second wicket partnership between opener Johnson Charles and Andre Fletcher proved vital as West Indies A beat Nepal by 28 runs to take an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20 series in Kirtipu

Minor quake felt in sections of Jamaica last evening

A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was felt in sections of the island, last evening.

The earthquake unit said it occurred at about 8:02 pm.

Water Minister says inadequate investments in Jamaica’s water infrastructure may have led to low supply and demand failures

The lack of adequate investments in Jamaica's water infrastructure may have led to low supply of the commodity, and the inability to meet the demands of the population.

The comment was made by Water Minister Matthew Samuda last evening while speaking at the University of the West-Indie's forum "down

Police urges BOJ to implement regulation requiring financial institutions to set up an investigative unit to treat with fraud cases

A recommendation is being made for the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) to implement a regulation that would require banks and other financial institutions to set up an investigative unit.

This is part of efforts to tackle cyber crime, including online debit and credit card fraud.

Flash flood watch in effect for most parishes

A flash flood watch is in effect western, north central and eastern parishes.

The MET Service issued the watch for low lying and flood prone areas of Westmoreland, Hanover, St. James, St. Elizabeth, Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland, St. Thomas, Kingston and St. Andrew.

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Clarke says it would be premature to announce definitive budget adjustments, prior to collection of outstanding taxes

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Carke has emphasised that it would be premature to make an announcement on any definitive adjustment to the budget, prior to Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) collecting outstanding taxes.

He was responding to concerns raised by his Opposition counterpart Julian Robinson who

Government engages boutique ships, as part of plans to build Port Royal as a major tourist destination

The government is working on arrangements with boutique ships, as part of plans to build up Port Royal, as a major tourist destination.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett gave the update during a post-cabinet press briefing this morning.

Roje Stona invited to rookie mini camp by Green Bay Packers & New Orleans Saints

Jamaican shot putter and discus thrower Roje Stona has taken the first steps towards a professional career in the NFL after being by the Green Bay packers and New Orleans Saints to their rookie mini camps.

Tourism Minister says Jamaica working feverishly to deal with issues that lead to travel advisories for the country

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the comment at this morning's post-Cabinet press briefing.

Several countries have issued advisories warning its citizens of dangers relating to crime, violence, insufficient health care, among others.

Government reviewing draft report from National Violence Prevention Commission as efforts continue to deal with violence

The government is reviewing a draft report from the National Violence Prevention Commission, as efforts continue to deal with violence .

Information Minister, Robert Morgan made the disclosure during this morning's post-cabinet press briefing, following questions about the government's targeted initiatives

Minor quake felt in sections of Jamaica last evening

Thursday, May 02, 2024 Myesha Broadie News No comments

A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was felt in sections of the island, last evening. The earthquake unit said it occurred at about 8:02 pm.

Water Minister says inadequate investments in Jamaica’s water infrastructure may have led to low supply and demand failures

Thursday, May 02, 2024 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The lack of adequate investments in Jamaica's water infrastructure may have led to low supply of the commodity, and the inability to meet the demands of the population. The comment was made by Water Minister Matthew Samuda last evening while speaking at the University of the West-Indie's forum "down to the last drop, tackling Jamaica's water woes."

Fletcher & Charles lead WI-A to victory over Nepal

Thursday, May 02, 2024 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

A 92-run second wicket partnership between opener Johnson Charles and Andre Fletcher proved vital as West Indies A beat Nepal by 28 runs to take an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20 series in Kirtipu

Roje Stona invited to rookie mini camp by Green Bay Packers & New Orleans Saints

Wednesday, May 01, 2024 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaican shot putter and discus thrower Roje Stona has taken the first steps towards a professional career in the NFL after being by the Green Bay packers and New Orleans Saints to their rookie mini camps.

Revival of old-school Dancehall Riddims could dominate music scene this summer

Monday, April 29, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

In recent times, the music industry has witnessed a resurgence of Dancehall riddims infused with an old-school flair.

Dancehall artist Stylo G appeals for return of stolen music files

Monday, April 29, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

London-based Dancehall artist Stylo G is appealing for the return of his music files after thieves stole a Louis Vuitton bag containing his laptop from his vehicle.