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Sir Garfield Sobers passes at age 89

Friday, July 17, 2026 Roger Hasfal Breaking News! , sports No comments

Sir Garry Sobers, widely regarded as cricket's greatest all-rounder, has died aged 89.

England wins historic FIFA World Cup third place Trophy in 10 goal thriller against France

England wins historic FIFA World Cup third place Trophy in 10 goal thriller against France

Bukayo Saka exploded with a 3 goal thriller in an historic FIFA World Cup clash against France where 10 goals were scored to guide England to a 6-4 victory over the French, and claimed the third place Trophy at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Miami Stadium on Saturday.

Haitians found in Old Harbour remain in custody

Haitians found in Old Harbour remain in custody

At least 8 Haitians apprehended between Thursday and yesterday in St. Catherine remain in police custody and are being processed.

TODSS appeals for relevant authorities to address poor road condition concerns

TODSS appeals for relevant authorities to address poor road condition concerns

The Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS) is appealing to the relevant authorities to address concerns about poor road conditions in areas deemed crash hot spots.

St Catherine man implicated in murder, who fled to Trinidad and was deported, now charged

St Catherine man implicated in murder, who fled to Trinidad and was deported, now charged

A St. Catherine man, who reportedly fled to Trinidad and Tobago, after being implicated in a murder last year, was sent back to Jamaica and will face the court soon.

Gov’t reaffirms Jamaica’s commitment to practical international cooperation on transnational crime

Gov’t reaffirms Jamaica’s commitment to practical international cooperation on transnational crime

The Government has reinforced the country's commitment to practical transnational cooperation in areas such as information sharing, border management, institutional capacity building and the protection of critical infrastructure, including cyber.The recommitment was made during the United States Ministerial

Non-patrons of Reggae Sumfest urged to stay away from event area as authorities aim to reduce traffic congestion

Non-patrons of Reggae Sumfest urged to stay away from event area as authorities aim to reduce traffic congestion

As the authorities enhance traffic management and crowd-control operations for today's staging of Reggae Sumfest, citizens who do not need to be in the space are being urged to stay away.The annual music festival, which will be held at Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann, is expected to cause an influx

Youth Minister calls for greater access to poetry, amidst concern about children’s exposure to certain kinds of content

Youth Minister calls for greater access to poetry, amidst concern about children’s exposure to certain kinds of content

Amidst concern about children's interaction with certain online content, a call is being made for them to have greater access to poetry.Youth Minister, Senator, Dr. Dana Morris Dixon made the appeal during yesterday's sitting of the Senate.

Ojay Shields named in Cricket West Indies squad to face Pakistan in 4 day warm up

Ojay Shields named in Cricket West Indies squad to face Pakistan in 4 day warm up

Ojay Shields is the only Jamaican named in Cricket West Indies squad to face Pakistan in a four-day warm-up match at the Queen's Park oval in Trinidad from July 18 to 21.

Transport Minister renews call for motorists to travel with greater care along roadways, following fatal motor vehicle crash in Trelawny

Transport Minister renews call for motorists to travel with greater care along roadways, following fatal motor vehicle crash in Trelawny

There is a renewed call for motorists to travel with greater care along the nation's roadways, following the fatal motor vehicle crash in Falmouth, Trelawny today. The incident which involved a Box truck and a Toyota Hiace bus resulted in the deaths of at least six people and some others injured.

St. Ann Municipal Corporation and stakeholders ready for safe, successful Sumfest

St. Ann Municipal Corporation and stakeholders ready for safe, successful Sumfest

The St. Ann Municipal Corporation and key stakeholders, have signalled their readiness for a safe and successful staging of Reggae Sumfest 2026. The annual music festival will be held tomorrow at Plantation Cove, in Priory.

Haitians found in Old Harbour remain in custody

Saturday, July 18, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

At least 8 Haitians apprehended between Thursday and yesterday in St. Catherine remain in police custody and are being processed.

TODSS appeals for relevant authorities to address poor road condition concerns

Saturday, July 18, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS) is appealing to the relevant authorities to address concerns about poor road conditions in areas deemed crash hot spots.

England wins historic FIFA World Cup third place Trophy in 10 goal thriller against France

Saturday, July 18, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Bukayo Saka exploded with a 3 goal thriller in an historic FIFA World Cup clash against France where 10 goals were scored to guide England to a 6-4 victory over the French, and claimed the third place Trophy at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Miami Stadium on Saturday.

Ojay Shields named in Cricket West Indies squad to face Pakistan in 4 day warm up

Saturday, July 18, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Ojay Shields is the only Jamaican named in Cricket West Indies squad to face Pakistan in a four-day warm-up match at the Queen's Park oval in Trinidad from July 18 to 21.

Dancehall stars back Argentina for World Cup win

Friday, July 17, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Several Dancehall stars are throwing their support behind Argentina ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

Fantan Mojah albums climb iTunes Reggae Chart

Friday, July 17, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Three of Fantan Mojah’s albums have entered the iTunes Top Reggae Albums chart following his passing.