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Over 1000 care packages distributed to residents of St. Ann through IRIE FM’s One One Cocoa Relief Drive yesterday

The initiative, which is a response to Hurricane Melissa, is being spearheaded by Announcer DJ Sunshine. Among the communities which benefited are Alderton, Harmony Vale, Rickly Pole, Nine Mile and Thatch Hill.

Late reggae icon Jimmy Cliff to be accorded official funeral

Culture Minister Olivia Grange made the disclosure during today's sitting of Parliament. Jimmy Cliff whose real name is James Chambers passed away yesterday after a period of illness.

Opposition says communication with Gov’t as it relates to post Hurricane Melissa recovery is dwindling

Speaking at a PNP press briefing this morning Mr Golding noted that Jamaica is facing a difficult time. He said while the opposition may disagree with the Government at times, it is not because the PNP is petty, but because it is trying to prevent an outcome which will affect the country negatively.

PIOJ projects that economy will contract by 13% for October/December quarter

PIOJ Director General Dr Wayne Henry noted that this is due mainly to impact from Hurricane Melissa. Speaking at a quarterly press briefing today Dr Henry pointed out that its expected that there will be increased unemployment.

Opposition raises concern about gov’t’s Hurricane Melissa response in western parishes

The Opposition People's National Party, PNP has raised concern about the government's Hurricane Melissa response in the western end of the island.

The category five system battered parishes including Westmoreland, St. Elizabeth, St. James and Trelawny on October 28, claimed at least 45 lives, and

Gov’t working with JPS to fast-track power restoration work in western parishes

The government is working with the Jamaica Public Service, JPS to ensure electricity restoration to parishes hardest hit by Hurricane Melissa is fast tracked.

BOJ’s policy rate remains unchanged

Despite the expected economic shocks due to the passage of Hurricane Melissa, the Bank of Jamaica, BOJ has decided to hold its policy rate unchanged at 5.75 percent per annum.

Economy grew by 4.6 per cent during 2025 third quarter

Jamaica's economy grew by an estimated 4 point 6 per cent during the July-September 2025 quarter, relative to the corresponding quarter of 2024.

Team Jamaica assembles in Puerto Rico for FIBA World Cup Group B’ qualifiers

Members of Jamaica's male national basketball team will begin assembling in Puerto Rico today, as they kick start preparations for the first of two games in the FIBA World Cup Group B' qualifiers against Puerto Rico, starting on Friday at 7pm Jamaica time.

Shevar Thomas gives Rudolph Spied his stamp of approval

Former Reggae boy turned professional coach, Shevar Thomas has given newly appointed Reggae Boys head coach Rudolph Spied his stamp of approval, as Jamaica faces a race against time to prepare for a second opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals.

Over 1000 care packages distributed to residents of St. Ann through IRIE FM’s One One Cocoa Relief Drive yesterday

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

The initiative, which is a response to Hurricane Melissa, is being spearheaded by Announcer DJ Sunshine. Among the communities which benefited are Alderton, Harmony Vale, Rickly Pole, Nine Mile and Thatch Hill.

Late reggae icon Jimmy Cliff to be accorded official funeral

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

Culture Minister Olivia Grange made the disclosure during today's sitting of Parliament. Jimmy Cliff whose real name is James Chambers passed away yesterday after a period of illness.

Team Jamaica assembles in Puerto Rico for FIBA World Cup Group B’ qualifiers

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Members of Jamaica's male national basketball team will begin assembling in Puerto Rico today, as they kick start preparations for the first of two games in the FIBA World Cup Group B' qualifiers against Puerto Rico, starting on Friday at 7pm Jamaica time.

Shevar Thomas gives Rudolph Spied his stamp of approval

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Former Reggae boy turned professional coach, Shevar Thomas has given newly appointed Reggae Boys head coach Rudolph Spied his stamp of approval, as Jamaica faces a race against time to prepare for a second opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals.

Squash sentenced in US and father detained by ICE

Monday, November 24, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall artiste Squash is now facing more than two years behind bars in the United States after admitting to a gun related offense.

Jimmy Cliff remembered as tributes pour in

Monday, November 24, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Prime Minister Andrew Holness, UB40, Sean Paul, Shaggy, Luciano, Vybz Kartel, Bounty Killer and many others are flooding social media with tributes to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, who has passed away at age 81.