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Austin takes charge of Jamaica U20 Men as JFF unveils expanded youth coaching structure

Austin takes charge of Jamaica U20 Men as JFF unveils expanded youth coaching structure

Former Reggae Boyz midfielder Rodolph Austin has been elevated to head coach of Jamaica’s National Under-20 Men’s team, leading a refreshed technical line-up announced by the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) as it intensifies preparations for a busy 2026 youth cycle.

Gov’t called on set up national hurricane resilient housing programme and avoid creating container home communities

Gov’t called on set up national hurricane resilient housing programme and avoid creating container home communities

The call came from the Incorporated Master Builders Association of Jamaica (IMAJ), Jamaica Institution of Engineers (JIE) and Jamaican Institute of Architects (JIA). In a joint statement, the groups noted that Hurricane Melissa left thousands of buildings, mostly homes destroyed or damaged.

Hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica stolen in Canada

Hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica stolen in Canada

A shipping container of hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica was stolen from a Mississauga storage unit in Canada on Tuesday night. The containers contained clothes, food ,tools and generators. According to CTV News, a police investigation is underway.

Creatives For Peace Workshop embarks on Hurricane Melissa collection drive

Creatives For Peace Workshop embarks on Hurricane Melissa collection drive

Established artistes along with emerging acts will be showcased in the Creatives For Peace Workshops and Talent Shows in different areas throughout Jamaica starting December 5, 2025 through to January 22, 2026.

Green & Chambers earn Concacaf Caribbean Cup awards as Mount Pleasant wins maiden title

Green & Chambers earn Concacaf Caribbean Cup awards as Mount Pleasant wins maiden title

Mount Pleasant’s historic Caribbean Cup triumph was further sweetened by individual recognition for two of its key performers, as forward Daniel Green and goalkeeper Tafari Chambers picked up major awards following the Concacaf Caribbean Cup Final.

West Indies face steep climb as New Zealand tighten grip on opening Test

West Indies face steep climb as New Zealand tighten grip on opening Test

The West Indies are facing an uphill climb heading into the fourth and penultimate day of the first Test against New Zealand, with the hosts commanding every inch of the contest at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

OUR says it lacks human resources to carry out verification checks for utility companies’ recovery claims

OUR says it lacks human resources to carry out verification checks for utility companies’ recovery claims

The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) says it lacks the human resources required to carry out verification checks for utility companies' recovery claims.

Director General of the OUR Ansord Hewitt made the disclosure at yesterday's meeting of the Public Administration and Appropriation Committee of

60,000 NWC customers not yet restored in western parishes

60,000 NWC customers not yet restored in western parishes

Approximately 60,000 National Water Commission, (NWC) customers remain without water in western Jamaica, following the passage of hurricane Melissa.

Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management ODPEM Commander Alvin Gayle made the disclosure during yesterday's Post

Leptospirosis related deaths increase to 7

Leptospirosis related deaths increase to 7

The number of leptospirosis related deaths has increased.

The Health Ministry says there have been 12 deaths, 7 of which have been confirmed as leptospirosis-related.

OUR advises that JPS should be reasonable in estimated post hurricane bills based on past consumption pattern

OUR advises that JPS should be reasonable in estimated post hurricane bills based on past consumption pattern

The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) noted that this is part of requirements of the utility provider, under the guaranteed standards.

Consumer Affairs Policy Specialist at the OUR Ms. Collette Goode gave the explanation while responding to questions during yesterday's sitting of parliaments public

Gov’t called on set up national hurricane resilient housing programme and avoid creating container home communities

Thursday, December 04, 2025 Patrice Walters News No comments

The call came from the Incorporated Master Builders Association of Jamaica (IMAJ), Jamaica Institution of Engineers (JIE) and Jamaican Institute of Architects (JIA). In a joint statement, the groups noted that Hurricane Melissa left thousands of buildings, mostly homes destroyed or damaged.

Hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica stolen in Canada

Thursday, December 04, 2025 Natalie Campbell News No comments

A shipping container of hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica was stolen from a Mississauga storage unit in Canada on Tuesday night. The containers contained clothes, food ,tools and generators. According to CTV News, a police investigation is underway.

Austin takes charge of Jamaica U20 Men as JFF unveils expanded youth coaching structure

Thursday, December 04, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Former Reggae Boyz midfielder Rodolph Austin has been elevated to head coach of Jamaica’s National Under-20 Men’s team, leading a refreshed technical line-up announced by the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) as it intensifies preparations for a busy 2026 youth cycle.

Green & Chambers earn Concacaf Caribbean Cup awards as Mount Pleasant wins maiden title

Thursday, December 04, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Mount Pleasant’s historic Caribbean Cup triumph was further sweetened by individual recognition for two of its key performers, as forward Daniel Green and goalkeeper Tafari Chambers picked up major awards following the Concacaf Caribbean Cup Final.

Creatives For Peace Workshop embarks on Hurricane Melissa collection drive

Thursday, December 04, 2025 Roger Hasfal Entertainment No comments

Established artistes along with emerging acts will be showcased in the Creatives For Peace Workshops and Talent Shows in different areas throughout Jamaica starting December 5, 2025 through to January 22, 2026.

Buju Banton reacts to PM’s concerns regarding filming distribution of relief packages

Wednesday, December 03, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton has weighed in on Prime Minister Andrew Holness's plea to Jamaicans to respect the dignity of Hurricane Melissa victims by not filming or sharing videos of them in vulnerable situations while distributing care packages.