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Integrity Commission vows to defend statutory mandate against trend of legal challenges

The commission expressed concern about the legal challenges impeding the timely discharge of its responsibilities.

The matter was highlighted in the commission's annual report, which was tabled in parliament yesterday.

The commission noted an escalation of administrative law challenges by public officials,

No plans for bauxite mining in or near Cockpit Country, assures Minister Green

The minister was responding to queries from Member of Parliament (MP) for East Kingston and Port Royal, Phillip Paulwell on whether or not additional lands were allocated to Alpart alumina refinery as part of mining activities.

Mr. Green outlined in Parliament yesterday plans by JISCO to reopen and

Integrity Commission says 14 members of parliament among 70 people referred for investigation into allegations of illicit enrichment

The Integrity Commission has indicated that 14 members of parliament are among 70 people referred for further investigation into allegations of illicit enrichment during the period April 2018 to March 2026. In its annual report tabled in the Lower House yesterday, the Commission outlined that for the

Mining Minister says over 300 land titles issued to residents relocated due to bauxite mining conducted by Alpart

Mining Minister Floyd Green provided the update in the Houses of Representatives yesterday. He said the issue of land titles continues to form part of discussions Jiuquan Iron and Steel Company (JISCO), the owners of Alpart.

Kingston parents urge JUTC to deploy extra buses on Kingston-Ocho Rios route for summer holiday

Parents in Kingston, who seek to preoccupy their children over the summer holiday, are appealing to the Jamaica Urban Transit Company to increase the number of buses plying the Kingston to Ocho Rios route during the period. Route 610, which runs daily using the toll road, has been well-utilised by commuters

JISCO to proceed with phased modernisation of ALPART refinery

Jiuquan Iron and Steel Company (JISCO) has indicated that it will proceed with a two-phased modernisation programme for the ALPART refinery in Nain, St. Elizabeth.

Opposition says reduction in murders does not equate to peace

"fearfulness cannot be translated to peacefulness." That remark from opposition spokesman on national security and peace Fitz Jackson, as he noted that the nation's current reduction in murders this year does not equate to Jamaica being a peaceful society.

JCF reports murder clearance rate increase with over 300 cases solved

The Jamaica Constabulary Force says its murder clearance rate has climbed to 111% after detectives solved 304 murder cases between January 1 and July 4.

Simone Gardner crowned Miss Grand International Jamaica 2026

Simone Gardner, resource attorney and People's Court commentator on IRIE FM'S Stepping Razor with Mutabaruka, is the 2026 Miss Grand International Jamaica.

Lionel Messi kicks his way into the Fifa history books

Lionel Messi entered his name in the history books on Tuesday July 7, by becoming the first player to score eight goals in a FIFA Men's World Cup .

Integrity Commission vows to defend statutory mandate against trend of legal challenges

Wednesday, July 08, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The commission expressed concern about the legal challenges impeding the timely discharge of its responsibilities. The matter was highlighted in the commission's annual report, which was tabled in parliament yesterday. The commission noted an escalation of administrative law challenges by public officials, targeting its investigative outputs.

No plans for bauxite mining in or near Cockpit Country, assures Minister Green

Wednesday, July 08, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The minister was responding to queries from Member of Parliament (MP) for East Kingston and Port Royal, Phillip Paulwell on whether or not additional lands were allocated to Alpart alumina refinery as part of mining activities. Mr. Green outlined in Parliament yesterday plans by JISCO to reopen and modernise the refinery with construction works to begin by the end of the year.

Lionel Messi kicks his way into the Fifa history books

Tuesday, July 07, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Lionel Messi entered his name in the history books on Tuesday July 7, by becoming the first player to score eight goals in a FIFA Men's World Cup .

Tributes continue to pour in for the late legendary track and field coach Stephen Francis O. J

Monday, July 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Tributes continue to pour in for the late legendary track and field coach and co-founder of the MVP Track Club Stephen Francis O.J .

Simone Gardner crowned Miss Grand International Jamaica 2026

Tuesday, July 07, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Simone Gardner, resource attorney and People's Court commentator on IRIE FM'S Stepping Razor with Mutabaruka, is the 2026 Miss Grand International Jamaica.

Chronic Law back in US custody; manager urges calm

Monday, July 06, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

“What, not again” and “This is crazy” are among the reactions from social media users following reports that dancehall artiste Chronic Law is back in US custody in South Florida, just months after his 73-day ICE detention.