PM urges developers of Rozelle Estate in St. Thomas to ensure resilient houses are being constructed
PM urges developers of Rozelle Estate in St. Thomas to ensure resilient houses are being constructed

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony yesterday, Dr. Holness pointed to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa last October and the imminent approach of another hurricane season.The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season will officially begin on June 1 and end on November 30.

Opposition says Gov’t’s decision to appeal court ruling on environmental permit for Bengal Development follows trend of autocratic tendencies
Opposition says Gov’t’s decision to appeal court ruling on environmental permit for Bengal Development follows trend of autocratic tendencies

Opposition Senator, Dr. Maziki Thame, has claimed that the Government's decision to appeal a recent court ruling on the environmental permit issued to Bengal Development Limited is part of a trend of autocratic tendencies.Last week, the Constitutional Court ruled that the 2020 environmental permit issued

NaRRA Bill passed without amendment after marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday
NaRRA Bill passed without amendment after marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL
Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional  Football  Jamica  Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture
Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture

Spirit Airlines has closed down, but for former Jamaican employee, Natovia Shand, the memories she made at the company will live on with her.

Ms. Shand joined Spirit in May 2025, and served as a flight scheduler, up until Saturday May 2, when the airline announced that it is shutting down as a business

Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”
Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”

As deliberations on the National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill continued in the Upper House today, Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley chided civil society groups for what he called a selective outrage on issues.

Last month at least 28 civil society organizations raised concern about

JABBEM submits proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to NaRRa Bill
JABBEM submits proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to NaRRa Bill

The Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement (JABBEM) has submitted a detailed proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority, NARRA Bill.

JABBEM argues that the legislation contains structural weaknesses that could leave thousands

Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61
Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61

The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61

Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment
Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment

Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.

IShowSpeed takes over Jamaica
IShowSpeed takes over Jamaica

Entertainers Sean Paul, Beenie Man, YG and Yohan Marley, Jesse Royal and Valiant, along with social media influencer Bad Sekki, were among the Jamaicans who linked up with IShowSpeed, one of the world’s most popular streamers.

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PM urges developers of Rozelle Estate in St. Thomas to ensure resilient houses are being constructed
Opposition says Gov’t’s decision to appeal court ruling on environmental permit for Bengal Development follows trend of autocratic tendencies
NaRRA Bill passed without amendment after marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday
Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL
Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture
Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”
JABBEM submits proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to NaRRa Bill
Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61
Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment
IShowSpeed takes over Jamaica
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Saturday, May 09, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony yesterday, Dr. Holness pointed to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa last October and the imminent approach of another hurricane season.The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season will officially begin on June 1 and end on November 30.
Saturday, May 09, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments
Opposition Senator, Dr. Maziki Thame, has claimed that the Government's decision to appeal a recent court ruling on the environmental permit issued to Bengal Development Limited is part of a trend of autocratic tendencies.Last week, the Constitutional Court ruled that the 2020 environmental permit issued to the company for a limestone mining project was unconstitutional.
Friday, May 08, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments
The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional  Football  Jamica  Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.
Wednesday, May 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments
Triple world-record holder Usain Bolt is urging fans to act swiftly to secure tickets for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, set to take place in Budapest, Hungary, from September 11–13.
Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments
The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61
Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments
Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.