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PM urges Jamaicans to temper excitement over potential offshore oil; says efficiency is greatest resource

PM urges Jamaicans to temper excitement over potential offshore oil; says efficiency is greatest resource

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is urging Jamaicans to temper excitement over potential offshore oil, noting that the country’s greatest resource is efficiency.His comments come amidst public discourse over a possible active petroleum system in Jamaican waters.

FID and Revenue Protection Department sign MOU to strengthen fight against financial crimes

FID and Revenue Protection Department sign MOU to strengthen fight against financial crimes

The agreement between the Financial Investigations Division (FID) and the Revenue Protection Department (RPD) provides a formal framework for consultation, cooperation and the lawful sharing of information in support of each organisation’s statutory responsibilities.

NRCA undertaking inspection of all manufactured brands of sugar after metal fragments discovered in Pan Caribbean brand

NRCA undertaking inspection of all manufactured brands of sugar after metal fragments discovered in Pan Caribbean brand

The National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) is undertaking a comprehensive inspection programme across the country to ensure that all manufactured brands of sugar are contaminant-free.This was after a preliminary laboratory test identified metal fragments in samples of sugar produced by Pan-Caribbean

“My client respects the police!” – attorney dismisses claims that “Bredda Dawg” issued death threats to cops

“My client respects the police!” – attorney dismisses claims that “Bredda Dawg” issued death threats to cops

The attorney representing alleged Kingston gang-leader, Marious "Bredda Dawg" Davis, is dismissing claims that his client has issued death threats to members of the Portland Police Division.Reports of the threat emerged yesterday, and it is alleged to have stemmed from two police fatal shootings during

Government developing gender-based violence mobile app

Government developing gender-based violence mobile app

The Government is developing a gender-based violence mobile app, which aims to
provide faster, more discreet access to support services for persons experiencing
domestic abuse.

Recall of Pan-Caribbean sugar following laboratory confirmation of widespread contamination

Recall of Pan-Caribbean sugar following laboratory confirmation of widespread contamination

Sugar produced by Pan-Caribbean Sugar Company Limited has been recalled by the National Compliance and Regulatory Authority, following laboratory confirmation of widespread metallic contamination. This after complaints by consumers on social media.

Hydel five peats, Edwin repeats at Penns

Hydel five peats, Edwin repeats at Penns

Hydel High secured an historic five straight victories in the 4x400 meters while Edwin Allen defended their 4x100 meters crown on an outstanding second day for Jamaican athletes, the 130th running of the Penn Relays in Philadelphia.

Jamaican Umpire Christopher Mark Taylor appointed to the ICC International panel of Umpires

Jamaican Umpire Christopher Mark Taylor appointed to the ICC International panel of Umpires

Jamaican Umpire Christopher Mark Taylor has been appointed to the ICC International panel of Umpires.

Civil society & human rights groups call on Dr Holness to clarify governments position on body cameras

Civil society & human rights groups call on Dr Holness to clarify governments position on body cameras

Some civil society and human rights lobby groups have called on Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness to clarify the administration’s position on body cameras for law enforcement.

Jamaica College student charged in relation to assault of schoolmate

Jamaica College student charged in relation to assault of schoolmate

Police have charged a Jamaica College student who allegedly assaulted a schoolmate.

PM urges Jamaicans to temper excitement over potential offshore oil; says efficiency is greatest resource

Saturday, April 25, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is urging Jamaicans to temper excitement over potential offshore oil, noting that the country’s greatest resource is efficiency.His comments come amidst public discourse over a possible active petroleum system in Jamaican waters.

FID and Revenue Protection Department sign MOU to strengthen fight against financial crimes

Saturday, April 25, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

The agreement between the Financial Investigations Division (FID) and the Revenue Protection Department (RPD) provides a formal framework for consultation, cooperation and the lawful sharing of information in support of each organisation’s statutory responsibilities.

Hydel five peats, Edwin repeats at Penns

Saturday, April 25, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Hydel High secured an historic five straight victories in the 4x400 meters while Edwin Allen defended their 4x100 meters crown on an outstanding second day for Jamaican athletes, the 130th running of the Penn Relays in Philadelphia.

Jamaican Umpire Christopher Mark Taylor appointed to the ICC International panel of Umpires

Friday, April 24, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaican Umpire Christopher Mark Taylor has been appointed to the ICC International panel of Umpires.

$1.5M bail for Jahvy & Jaii Frais, court sets strict conditions

Friday, April 24, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

$1.5 million is the amount both producer Jahvy Ambassador and podcaster JaiiFrais are required to post as bail following their appearance in the Gun Court today in connection with the Big Wall shooting incident.

Jah Don says ‘Melanin Heir’ was born from deep reflection

Friday, April 24, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

'Melanin Heir' was inspired by deep reflection, says reggae singer Jah Don, who is gearing up to release his latest single.