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Gov’t discontinuing current arrangement concerning deployment of Cuban medical professionals

The Jamaican government is discontinuing the current arrangement concerning the deployment of medical professionals in the public health sector by Cuba.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the announcement today.

Petrojam monitoring Israel-Iran conflict amid public concern over fuel prices

Jamaica’s sole oil refinery and primary fuel source, Petrojam, says it is aware of public concerns about how the US/Israel-Iran conflict will affect local fuel prices and continues to monitor international developments.

In a statement it said the published ex-refinery prices for petroleum products effective

IRIE FM’s Shanice Gibbs nominated for PAJ 2025 National Journalism Awards

IRIE FM News journalist, Shanice Gibbs has been selected as a nominee for the Press Association (PAJ) 2025 National Journalism Awards.

Ms. Gibbs is nominated for submissions in 2 categories, Best Radio Feature / Documentary and Award for Excellence in Reporting on Health & Wellness.

Louis Grant Conference Centre officially opened at Sandals Dunn’s River

The Louis Grant Conference Centre at Sandals Dunn's River in St. Ann has been officially opened.

The state of the art facility named after the late hospitality industry icon and Sandals General Manager, Louis Grant was opened on Tuesday.

The centre serves as an ideal meeting space in St. Ann, and is

Two additional persons charged in connection with card-skimming ring in Manchester

Two additional persons have been charged in connection with an ongoing investigation into a card-skimming and cryptocurrency laundering ring operating in Manchester.

They are 25-year-old fast-food restaurant employee, Alrick Bruce and 23-year-old Shanae Smith, a sales representative, both of Highway

Jamaica positioning itself to remain competitive in global services industry, as A-I reshapes business operations

Jamaica is actively positioning itself to remain competitive in the global services industry as Artificial Intelligence, A-I continues to reshape business operations worldwide.

That's according to Minister of State for Industry, and Commerce, Delano Seiveright.

He said while AI is expected to automate

Cops offering counselling support to teen taken into custody in connection with death of Ocho Rios High student, Devonie Shearer

Speaking with IRIE FM News this morning, Head of the St. Ann police, Senior Superintendent Carlos Russell said investigations are ongoing.He noted that intervention support is also being offered to the accused.

Education Minister and other Government officials visit Ocho Rios High following tragic incident yesterday

Education Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon led a team to Ocho Rios High in St. Ann this morning, where classmates and teachers are mourning after a student was attacked on the school compound yesterday and later died.The deceased is 16-year-old Devonie Shearer, a grade ten student of Buckfield, Ocho Rios.

Consumers to manage their budgets “in the near term” to deal with increasing oil prices due to conflict in Middle East – Fayval Williams

The war has escalated since the United States and Israel launched missile attacks on Iran last Saturday.That action resulted in a wave of retaliatory strikes across the region and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil shipping route.

Relatives of slain Ocho Rios High student Devonie Shearer struggling to come to terms with his death

16-year-old Devonie Shearer, a grade 10 student, was reportedly hit in the head with a metal chair.Another Grade ten student, a 17-year-old, has been taken into custody in relation to the incident.

Gov’t discontinuing current arrangement concerning deployment of Cuban medical professionals

Thursday, March 05, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

The Jamaican government is discontinuing the current arrangement concerning the deployment of medical professionals in the public health sector by Cuba. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the announcement today.

Petrojam monitoring Israel-Iran conflict amid public concern over fuel prices

Thursday, March 05, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

Jamaica’s sole oil refinery and primary fuel source, Petrojam, says it is aware of public concerns about how the US/Israel-Iran conflict will affect local fuel prices and continues to monitor international developments. In a statement it said the published ex-refinery prices for petroleum products effective today March 5, reflected price adjustments across all classes of fuels.

Grand Slam Track in a race to settle debt

Thursday, March 05, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Grand Slam Track , in a race to settle its major financial debts have spent 617 thousand 935 US dollars in January this year.

Shamera Sterling-Humphrey named as one of two captains for the Adelaide Thunderbirds

Wednesday, March 04, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Sunshine Girl and world class defender Shamera Sterling-Humphrey has been named as one of two captains for the Adelaide Thunderbirds to lead the club for the first time, ahead of the tip off in the 2026 Suncorp Super Netball League in Australia later this month.

Mojo Morgan named musical ambassador for Kingston City Run 2026

Wednesday, March 04, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Mojo Morgan of Morgan Heritage has been named musical ambassador for Kingston City Run 2026, with his new single Spirit unveiled as the event’s official anthem.

Ziggy Marley’s URGE Foundation hosts free dental clinic

Wednesday, March 04, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Ziggy Marley’s URGE Foundation, recently partnered with healthcare international to host a free dental clinic at Chepstowe Basic school in Portland.