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King, Campbell stand firm as Windies openers post rare century partnership at Bay Oval

Jamaica’s opening pair of Brandon King and John Campbell showed welcome resolve as the West Indies closed day two of the third and final Test against New Zealand on 110 without loss at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Thursday.

Police launch full investigation into circumstances surrounding triple murder in Rocky Point Clarendon

The police have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding a triple murder in Rocky Point, Clarendon last evening.

One man was taken into custody, shortly after three members of his family were chopped to death.

JUTC converts Kingston to Ocho Rios Rural Express route to regular route

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) has converted its Rural Express route 610 from Kingston to Ocho Rios to a regular route.

The company says the decision was taken in response to feedback from commuters.

Three people chopped to death in Frazersfield, Rocky Point, Clarendon

The deceased have been identified as 32-year-old Fisherman Lynval Henry, Annette Lindo, a Domestic Helper and Vendor, both of Frazersfield and Ingrid Keisha Lindo, a Vendor of West End, all in Rocky Point.

Reports are that about 9:10 p.m., the police were alerted to an incident at a residence in the

Government welcomes move by the US to expedite the reclassification of Cannabis

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday, to fast track the reclassification of cannabis, which would pave the way for the food and drug administration to study its medicinal uses.

NBC news reported that Cannabis is classified in the same category as Heroin, Ecstasy and ISD, under

Matthew Samuda says some areas of Jamaica are becoming increasingly uninsurable, due to climate change driven natural disasters

Some of that support will come through the newly established fund for responding to loss and damage.

The fund supports recovery from climate-related impacts, including extreme weather and rising sea levels, through solutions tailored to country-specific needs and priorities.

Prime minister Holness urges more private sector entities to contribute towards Jamaica’s rebuilding efforts, post hurricane Melissa.

He was speaking yesterday at the handing over of 55 million dollars’ worth of building material, donated by Kemtek Development and Construction Company.

The items were given to the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) and the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF).

UN says Jamaica was well prepared for hurricane Melissa due to past storm experience

The United Nations has noted that having experienced other hurricanes, including Beryl last year, Jamaica was well prepared and positioned to respond to the impact of Melissa this year.

United Nations Resident Coordinator in Jamaica, Dennis Zulu gave an update on the status of Jamaica's recovery at

Energy Minister Daryl Vaz says government and JPS doing all possible to ensure full restoration of electricity

Energy Minister Daryl Vaz says the government and the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) are doing all that can be done to ensure full restoration of electricity, following hurricane Melissa.

Another group of linesmen from the United States arrived on the island last night to strengthen the teams already

JDF cooperating with police after traffic incident involving children in Westmoreland

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) says it is cooperating fully with a police investigation of a traffic incident, involving one of its service vehicles and two children on a bicycle in Cornwall Mountain, Westmoreland on Tuesday.

The JDF says in accordance with standard operating procedures, the accident

Police launch full investigation into circumstances surrounding triple murder in Rocky Point Clarendon

Friday, December 19, 2025 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The police have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding a triple murder in Rocky Point, Clarendon last evening. One man was taken into custody, shortly after three members of his family were chopped to death.

JUTC converts Kingston to Ocho Rios Rural Express route to regular route

Friday, December 19, 2025 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) has converted its Rural Express route 610 from Kingston to Ocho Rios to a regular route. The company says the decision was taken in response to feedback from commuters.

King, Campbell stand firm as Windies openers post rare century partnership at Bay Oval

Friday, December 19, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaica’s opening pair of Brandon King and John Campbell showed welcome resolve as the West Indies closed day two of the third and final Test against New Zealand on 110 without loss at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Thursday.

Reggae Boyz set for US$10.5 million windfall with 2026 World Cup qualification

Thursday, December 18, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz could be in line for a significant financial windfall should they qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with at least US$10.5 million guaranteed for each participating nation.

D’Angel on a mission to provide shelter for hurricane victims

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

With 8 days to go before Christmas, D’Angel is on a mission to provide shelter for families left homeless in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.

Valiant announces Passenger Princess Deluxe tour

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Dancehall lovers across Canada and the United States are in for a treat as dancehall do Valiant brings his Passenger Princess Deluxe Tour to three venues in major cities just in time for Valentine's Day, 2026.