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Reggae Sumfest implements traffic plan to avoid congestion

Reggae Sumfest organizers are putting measures in place to ensure the event runs smoothly on July 18 at Plantation Cove in St. Ann.

Beenie Man addresses BRT Weekend absence

Dancehall heavyweight Beenie Man is speaking out after missing his scheduled appearance at BRT Weekend, claiming transportation issues prevented him from making it to the event.

Capleton preps for Heights of Fire listening party

Following the release of his 16-track album Heights of Fire, Capleton is gearing up to host a listening party for the project on Wednesday in Kingston.

JTA notes teacher shortage and hopes posts will be filled by September

Mr. Malabver said if many of the posts are not filled for the new school year, there will be a strain on the education system.

Charred remains of two persons found in burnt-out vehicle in Clarendon

The charred remains of two persons were found in a burnt-out vehicle along a roadway, in Bull Head Mountain, Reckford Clarendon, yesterday.

Police have not released the identities of the deceased.

Man fatally shot by police in Ballard’s Valley, St. Elizabeth

A man was fatally shot during an alleged confrontation with the police at Ballard's Valley Junction, St. Elizabeth, yesterday.

His identity has not been released.

Dwayne Vaz steps down as Deputy Spokesperson on Roads & Works

Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, the People's National Party's Dwayne Vaz, has stepped down as Deputy Spokesperson on Roads & Works.

PNP and JLP saddened by passing of former Cabinet Minister Dean Peart

The People's National Party, PNP is mourning the passing of former Member of Parliament, for North West Manchester, and former Mandeville Mayor Dean Peart.

He died this morning.

Seiveright urges more Jamaicans to pursue globally competitive businesses, following launch of Rich Rum

Addressing the official launch in Kingston, Mr. Seiveright said Gayle's investment demonstrates that Jamaica has the talent, reputation and business environment to create internationally recognised brands.

288 murders recorded in Jamaica up to July 10

Jamaica recorded 288 murders up to Friday, July 10.

That's 80 fewer than the 368 recorded in the corresponding period last year.

JTA notes teacher shortage and hopes posts will be filled by September

Monday, July 13, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

Mr. Malabver said if many of the posts are not filled for the new school year, there will be a strain on the education system.

Charred remains of two persons found in burnt-out vehicle in Clarendon

Sunday, July 12, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The charred remains of two persons were found in a burnt-out vehicle along a roadway, in Bull Head Mountain, Reckford Clarendon, yesterday. Police have not released the identities of the deceased.

20 Countries to compete in the Jamaica International Badminton Tournament

Friday, July 10, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

20 Countries to compete in the Jamaica International Badminton Tournament

Sterling-Humphrey named Captain of Jamaica’s Commonwealth Games delegation

Thursday, July 09, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Sunshine Girls captain Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, has been appointed as baton bearer and captain of the Jamaican delegation to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games from July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, Scotland

Reggae Sumfest implements traffic plan to avoid congestion

Monday, July 13, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Reggae Sumfest organizers are putting measures in place to ensure the event runs smoothly on July 18 at Plantation Cove in St. Ann.

Beenie Man addresses BRT Weekend absence

Monday, July 13, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall heavyweight Beenie Man is speaking out after missing his scheduled appearance at BRT Weekend, claiming transportation issues prevented him from making it to the event.