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“A major milestone in Jamaica’s digital transformation” – Stephen Price on Flow officially introducing 5G in the country

“A major milestone in Jamaica’s digital transformation” – Stephen Price on Flow officially introducing 5G in the country

Liberty Caribbean, operators of Flow and Liberty Business, has officially launched its Fifth Generation (5G) mobile network in Jamaica, marking a major milestone in the nation’s digital transformation.The launch brings next-generation connectivity to consumers and businesses across the island.

Water Minister Matthew Samuda assures that Gov’t and the NWC are focused on delivering capital programme

Water Minister Matthew Samuda assures that Gov’t and the NWC are focused on delivering capital programme

Water Minister Matthew Samuda has sought to assure that the Government and the National Water Commission (NWC) are very focused on delivering its capital programme.

Mr. Samuda gave the assurance during the ground-breaking ceremony for the Santa Cruz Bypass Mains Replacement project in St. Elizabeth

BOJ says banking sector just now recovering from impact of Hurricane Melissa on the ABM infrastructure

BOJ says banking sector just now recovering from impact of Hurricane Melissa on the ABM infrastructure

The Bank of Jamaica says the banking sector is just now recovering from the significant negative impact of Hurricane Melissa on the ABM infrastructure.

Deputy Governor of the Bank of Jamaica, Dr. Jide Lewis says 90 to 95% of ABMs were back by March.

St.James Police report increase in murders

St.James Police report increase in murders

The St. James Police Division has recorded 34 murders since the start of the year.

This represents an increase of 11 when compared to the 23 reported for the same period last year.

Jamaica Police Federation to wait a week to hear Finance Ministry’s response to outstanding wage issues

Jamaica Police Federation to wait a week to hear Finance Ministry’s response to outstanding wage issues

The Jamaica Police Federation will have to wait a week to hear the Finance Ministry's response to outstanding wage issues.

The two parties met yesterday to continue wage talks for members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).

Energy Minister to double down on efforts to have JPS compensate Jamaicans and businesses impacted by major outages

Energy Minister to double down on efforts to have JPS compensate Jamaicans and businesses impacted by major outages

He made the statement in parliament yesterday, as he commented on last Friday's islandwide blackout which left thousands of JPS customers in darkness for hours. According to Mr. Vaz in instances where JPS customers suffer significant losses due to a blackout, compensation by JPS must be considered.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding raises concern over fatal-shooting of 11 men by the police within a 24-hour period

Opposition Leader Mark Golding raises concern over fatal-shooting of 11 men by the police within a 24-hour period

The men were killed during separate alleged confrontations with police in Clarendon, St. Catherine, St. Andrew, and St. James. The incidents which took place on Tuesday and yesterday include 2 quadruple fatal shootings and 3 single fatal shootings.

Licensed firearm holder suspected to have committed suicide in Brown’s Town St. Ann this morning

Licensed firearm holder suspected to have committed suicide in Brown’s Town St. Ann this morning

Reports are that at approximately 6:00 AM the man who is alleged to be a licensed firearm holder, was staying with a friend at Standfast. It is further alleged that prior to the incident, he related to his friend challenges he has been experiencing.

Gov’t is advancing comprehensive evaluation of ZOSOS to determine their effectiveness in communities in which they have been established

Gov’t is advancing comprehensive evaluation of ZOSOS to determine their effectiveness in communities in which they have been established

ZOSOS are in seven communities. They are Denham Town in West Kingston; Norwood and Mount Salem in St. James; Greenwich Town, Parade Gardens and August Town in St. Andrew, and Savanna-la-Mar in Westmoreland. The evaluation is supported by grant funding from the Inter-American Development Bank and is expected

Diamond League Victory for Jordan Scott in Norway

Diamond League Victory for Jordan Scott in Norway

World Championships finalist Jordan Scott produced a podium topping effort at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Oslo, Norway on Wednesday as the 6th stop of the Diamond league season.

“A major milestone in Jamaica’s digital transformation” – Stephen Price on Flow officially introducing 5G in the country

Thursday, June 11, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Liberty Caribbean, operators of Flow and Liberty Business, has officially launched its Fifth Generation (5G) mobile network in Jamaica, marking a major milestone in the nation’s digital transformation.The launch brings next-generation connectivity to consumers and businesses across the island.

Water Minister Matthew Samuda assures that Gov’t and the NWC are focused on delivering capital programme

Thursday, June 11, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Water Minister Matthew Samuda has sought to assure that the Government and the National Water Commission (NWC) are very focused on delivering its capital programme. Mr. Samuda gave the assurance during the ground-breaking ceremony for the Santa Cruz Bypass Mains Replacement project in St. Elizabeth today.

Diamond League Victory for Jordan Scott in Norway

Thursday, June 11, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

World Championships finalist Jordan Scott produced a podium topping effort at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Oslo, Norway on Wednesday as the 6th stop of the Diamond league season.

Oblique Seville among eight recipients of the JOA/Olympic Solidarity Scholarship

Tuesday, June 09, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

World 100 metres champion Oblique Seville and Olympic swimming representative Sabrina Lyn were among some eight athletes who were named recipients of the Jamaica Olympic Association /Olympic Solidarity Scholarship award.

Jamaican Mayor of Lauderhill hosts business matchmaker event in “Kingston 21”

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Roger Hasfal Entertainment 1 Comment

The City of Lauderhill, in South Florida, which is home to approximately 15 thousand Jamaicans, will be hosting the GO Bond Buyer-Supplier Matchmaker event on June 23 at the City's Performing Arts Center

Killamanjaro Sound System denies involvement in upcoming Japan tour with Ricky Trooper

Tuesday, June 09, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Legendary Jamaican sound system Kilamanjaro has distanced itself from an upcoming Japan tour being promoted in connection with veteran selector Ricky Trooper.