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Jamaica’s new Data Protection Act comes into effect today

The legislation, which was passed in 2020, is poised to transform the way organizations manage personal data, including the collection, storage, utilization, disclosure, and disposal.

Health Minister mourns passing of former PAHO Director Dr. Carissa Etienne

Dr. Etienne, a native of Dominica, served as director of PAHO and World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Americas from February 2013 to January 2023.

Stakeholders call on gov’t to fast-track reforms to address sexual and domestic violence

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

Agriculture Minister attends Agricultural Employer Forum in the US

Mr. Charles Jnr, is in Las Vegas attending the National Council of Agricultural Employers - Agricultural Employer Labour Forum.

NWC: work on drought mitigation projects far advanced

The National Water Commission has indicated that, work on some projects, to help with drought mitigation and sustainable water supply, is far advanced.

Police slap three men with gun trafficking charge following recent arrest at Petrojam car park

Police have charged the three men who were arrested on the Petrojam compound last week Thursday, after being found with guns and ammunition.

Police seized two firearms and several rounds of ammunition during the operation.

The men have been charged with Trafficking of a Prohibited Weapon, Possession

The Gender-Based Violence Unit has dealt with 7,466 cases since its establishment

The Gender-Based Violence Unit has dealt with 7, 466 cases since its establishment.

That's according to Gender Minister, Olivia Grange who spoke at yesterday's International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women event, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

Ocho Rios Fire Station building renamed in honor of firefighter who died on the job

The Ocho Rios Fire Station building has officially been renamed to the Larenzo Garnet Douse Memorial building.

This was done in honor of the late firefighter, who died in a tragic accident while he was actively on duty, in Ocho Rios St. Ann in November last year.

Stakeholders express concern that government repatriated Haitians without acknowledging their request for asylum

Human rights lobby group Freedom Imaginaries has expressed concern that the government repatriated the Haitians who arrived in Portland earlier this week, without acknowledging a request for asylum, submitted on their behalf.

JDF commissions HMJS Norman Manley

The vessel, named in honour of national hero Norman Manley, will be used for search and rescue, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, fisheries protection, marine drug interdiction, and maritime law enforcement.

Jamaica’s new Data Protection Act comes into effect today

Friday, December 01, 2023 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The legislation, which was passed in 2020, is poised to transform the way organizations manage personal data, including the collection, storage, utilization, disclosure, and disposal.

Health Minister mourns passing of former PAHO Director Dr. Carissa Etienne

Friday, December 01, 2023 Donique Weston News No comments

Dr. Etienne, a native of Dominica, served as director of PAHO and World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for the Americas from February 2013 to January 2023.

Jamaica Gymnastic Association to hos Pan American Hopes Artistic Gymnastics tournament

Monday, November 27, 2023 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

The Jamaica Gymnastic association is in the process of fine tuning Plans for the historic staging of the pan American Hopes Artistic Gymnastics tournament.

Tommi Gore and Senna Summerbell to compete at the ADAC GT4 Championship in Germany

Monday, November 27, 2023 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

In motor-sport, two of Jamaica's top young racers.....Tommi Gore and Senna Summerbell will be flying the Jamaican colours at one of the top European Circuits..... the ADAC GT4 Championship in Germany.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness ‘Drifts’ to Teejay’s hit

Monday, November 27, 2023 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Following the Jamaica Labour Party's (JLP's) 80th Annual Conference yesterday (Nov 26), a video has surfaced online of Prime Minister Andrew Holness dancing to Teejay’s hit song, ‘Drift’.

Ikaya responds to critics accusing her of copying Shaneil Muir

Monday, November 27, 2023 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Entertainer Ikaya is setting the record straight after some social media users accused her of copying fellow Dancehall singjay Shaneil Muir.