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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 .

JMDA conducting internal audit of accommodations for interns across medical facilities

The issue of inadequate accommodation was raised by the association, last last month, when it highlighted the significant reduction in the number of interns working within medical facilities islandwide and the resulting human resource and clinical challenges to service delivery. The interns staged a

Arrangements being made for grief counselling for staff and students of St. James High School, following death of a teacher yesterday

He has been identified as 46-year-old Sheldon Johnson, who worked as a computer repairs and technology teacher at the institution. He also taught physics.

6 people killed in separate crashes between Sunday and yesterday

The deceased are 57-year-old Robert Smalling and 24-year-old Ravaldo Myers a salesman of Darliston Westmoreland. The other 4 people have not been identified.

Police launch investigation after decomposing body of senior citizen found with his head bashed in

The police have launched an investigation after the decomposing body of a senior citizen was found with his head bashed in at his home, in Kitson Town, St. Catherine yesterday. Dead is 80-year-old Lascelles Kerr, a farmer of Naseberry Grove.

Chairman of CARICOM Reparations Commission says movement for reparatory justice gathering significant momentum across globe

He said descendants of enslaved persons have a duty to continue to fight for compensation for their ancestors.Speaking at a CARICOM Reparations Forum yesterday, he pointed to the recent adoption by the United Nations (UN) of the declaration recognising the trafficking of enslaved Africans and racialised

JISCO to proceed with phased modernisation of ALPART refinery

Tuesday, July 07, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

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

Tuesday, July 07, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

"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.

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.