Jamaica surge up FIBA Rankings after historic sweep of Puerto Rico
Jamaica surge up FIBA Rankings after historic sweep of Puerto Rico

Jamaica’s national senior men’s basketball team has made one of the biggest leaps in world basketball, climbing eight places to No. 87 on the latest FIBA World Rankings following their impressive performances in the recent FIBA Americas World Cup Qualifiers.

Windies face early pressure after troubling opening day in Wellington
Windies face early pressure after troubling opening day in Wellington

The West Indies ended day one of the second Test against New Zealand on the back foot, dismissed for 205 before the Black Caps eased to 24 without loss at stumps at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

Young girl hit by garbage truck in Manchester pushes child road fatality toll to 19
Young girl hit by garbage truck in Manchester pushes child road fatality toll to 19

Nine year old Amoya Moore, a grade 4 student of Villa Road Primary School, was hit by a fallen object from the truck.

Amoya fell and the truck ran over her.

Dr. Andrew Holness defends security forces in fight against crime and violence, following criticism by opposition
Dr. Andrew Holness defends security forces in fight against crime and violence, following criticism by opposition

Dr. Holness had brought a motion of extension for the Zones of Special Operations, (ZOSOs), to parliament yesterday, on behalf of National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang, who is recovering from a recent medical procedure.

Following the prime minister’s initial statement, some opposition members

Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester
Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester

The grade 4 student was on her way to the Villa Road Primary school for classes when the accident occurred. Reports are that at about 7 A.M., Amoya was walking down a hill when an object fell from a truck which was collecting solid waste in the area, hitting her.

8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester
8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester

Eight people were arrested in relation to lottery scamming and for the possession of ammunition during an operation in Manchester, this morning.

Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff
Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff

The management of Bahia Resorts in St Ann has reportedly agreed to an enhanced separation package for staff, in light of the closure of the hotels and the planned redundancy exercise. The Bustamante Industrial Trade Union (BITU) which represents the workers, had made several proposals to the management.

Official funeral for late reggae singer Jimmy Cliff to be held Wednesday December 17 in Kingston
Official funeral for late reggae singer Jimmy Cliff to be held Wednesday December 17 in Kingston

The official funeral service for the late reggae singer, Jimmy Cliff, will be held on Wednesday December 17 at the National Indoor Sports Centre, in Kingston. The service is to begin at 10 AM. Culture, and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange, made the announcement today.

Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses
Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses

Jamaica’s senior Sunshine Girls have arrived in England as they finalize preparations for this weekend’s two-match Vitality Netball Horizon Series against the England Roses at the Copper Box Arena in London.

Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa
Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa

This weekend’s Wray and Nephew Fight Night will carry added significance, as the Jamaica Boxing Association (JBA) uses its final event of the 2025 series to support boxers, their families and communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa, according to JBA president Stephen 'Bomber' Jones.

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Jamaica surge up FIBA Rankings after historic sweep of Puerto Rico
Windies face early pressure after troubling opening day in Wellington
Young girl hit by garbage truck in Manchester pushes child road fatality toll to 19
Dr. Andrew Holness defends security forces in  fight against crime and violence, following criticism by opposition
Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester
8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester
Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff
Official funeral for late reggae singer Jimmy Cliff to be held Wednesday December 17 in Kingston
Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses
Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Patrice Walters News No comments
Nine year old Amoya Moore, a grade 4 student of Villa Road Primary School, was hit by a fallen object from the truck. Amoya fell and the truck ran over her.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Patrice Walters News No comments
Dr. Holness had brought a motion of extension for the Zones of Special Operations, (ZOSOs), to parliament yesterday, on behalf of National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang, who is recovering from a recent medical procedure. Following the prime minister’s initial statement, some opposition members raised concern about crime and violence, in general, including the need to use other measures to tackle the problem.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments
Jamaica’s national senior men’s basketball team has made one of the biggest leaps in world basketball, climbing eight places to No. 87 on the latest FIBA World Rankings following their impressive performances in the recent FIBA Americas World Cup Qualifiers.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments
The West Indies ended day one of the second Test against New Zealand on the back foot, dismissed for 205 before the Black Caps eased to 24 without loss at stumps at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.
Monday, December 08, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments
The appeal hearing for entertainer Desmond Ninja Man Ballentyne and his two co-convicts has been postponed once again due to unresolved issues regarding legal representation.
Monday, December 08, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments
Reggae artist Chronixx is warning the public to be cautious as scammers continue to claim they have direct access to him. The singer addressed the issue in an Instagram story, reminding the Jamaican music community that no one is authorized to speak or negotiate on his behalf.