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PM Holness says every Jamaican must be invested in reduction of murder rate

PM Holness says every Jamaican must be invested in reduction of murder rate

He added that individuals who support criminals should not ignore that violent activities can delay or prevent crucial developments, particularly those that benefit poor Jamaicans. He made the statement at the handing over ceremony of the Vineyard Town housing development to 14 families today.

Mixed reactions as final 8% of taxi fare increase takes effect today

Mixed reactions as final 8% of taxi fare increase takes effect today

The full 16% increase is now in effect following an initial 8% adjustment implemented on June 2. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz had said the phased approach was taken to limit the inflationary impact of implementing the entire 16% increase at once.

Opposition calls on Health Minister to put forward independently verified completion plan with binding timelines for Cornwall Regional Hospital

Opposition calls on Health Minister to put forward independently verified completion plan with binding timelines for Cornwall Regional Hospital

This as he says the hospital has now missed its target for a seventh time. He notes that according to the Health Minister the finish line has been quietly pushed from September 2026 to "hopefully the end of year".

Jamaica to petition King Charles in relation to mission for reparatory justice

Jamaica to petition King Charles in relation to mission for reparatory justice

Minster of Culture Olivia Grange made the disclosure during her Sectoral Debate Presentation in Parliament yesterday. Ms. Grange said September 6 is an historic day, as it was this date in 1781, the Zong Slave ship departed West Africa for Jamaica with 442 enslaved Africans.

Quantas Advantage Inc officially listed on Jamaica Stock Exchange’s main market this morning

Quantas Advantage Inc officially listed on Jamaica Stock Exchange’s main market this morning

Investment company, Quantas Advantage (QA) Inc., was officially listed on the Jamaica Stock Exchange's main market this morning.The listing follows a highly successful and oversubscribed Initial Public Offering (IPO), which closed on May 21.

JSE suspends trading in Kintyre Holdings and Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company due to overdue financial statements

JSE suspends trading in Kintyre Holdings and Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company due to overdue financial statements

The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) is advising the investing public that it has suspended trading in the shares of Kintyre Holdings (Ja) Limited and Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company Limited, effective July 1.

Inner Circle co-founder Ian Lewis reflects on the moment that inspired ‘Bad Boys’

Inner Circle co-founder Ian Lewis reflects on the moment that inspired ‘Bad Boys’

Ian Lewis, co-founder of renowned reggae band inner circle, says the idea for the hit song Bad Boys came to him one morning as he reflected on life from his hillside home in Jamaica. The veteran musician made the revelation while speaking with DJ Sunshine on IRIE FM's Wake-up Call programme on Tuesday.

Full 16% taxi fare increase now in effect

Full 16% taxi fare increase now in effect

This in the wake of an initial 8 per cent fare adjustment which was implemented a month ago on June 2. The remaining 8 per cent is being applied today across the country.

Kranium celebrates ‘We Can’ US gold certification

Kranium celebrates ‘We Can’ US gold certification

Dancehall artiste Kranium is expressing gratitude to his fans and the DJs who helped propel his music, following the RIAA gold certification of his single We Can featuring Tory Lanez.

Commuters in St. James who were spared first phase of taxi fare hike, paying full 16% starting today

Commuters in St. James who were spared first phase of taxi fare hike, paying full 16% starting today

Last month, when the Government announced that the 16% would be implemented in two phases - 8% in June and 8% in July - many Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators refrained from applying any increase until this morning. Speaking with IRIE FM News, President of the St. James Taxi Association, Dion

PM Holness says every Jamaican must be invested in reduction of murder rate

Wednesday, July 01, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

He added that individuals who support criminals should not ignore that violent activities can delay or prevent crucial developments, particularly those that benefit poor Jamaicans. He made the statement at the handing over ceremony of the Vineyard Town housing development to 14 families today.

Mixed reactions as final 8% of taxi fare increase takes effect today

Wednesday, July 01, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

The full 16% increase is now in effect following an initial 8% adjustment implemented on June 2. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz had said the phased approach was taken to limit the inflationary impact of implementing the entire 16% increase at once.

Technical Director of MVP Track Club Stephen Francis receiving medical treatment

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The MVP Track Club is today acknowledging the outpouring of support from the public, after confirmation that Co Founder and Technical Director Stephen Francis is receiving medical treatment in hospital

National 100 metres hurdles champion Demisha Roswell snubs JAAA’s apology

Monday, June 29, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

National 100 metres hurdles champion Demisha Roswell has poured cold water on the apology issued by the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) after she was omitted from Jamaica's squad for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Inner Circle co-founder Ian Lewis reflects on the moment that inspired ‘Bad Boys’

Wednesday, July 01, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Ian Lewis, co-founder of renowned reggae band inner circle, says the idea for the hit song Bad Boys came to him one morning as he reflected on life from his hillside home in Jamaica. The veteran musician made the revelation while speaking with DJ Sunshine on IRIE FM's Wake-up Call programme on Tuesday.

Kranium celebrates ‘We Can’ US gold certification

Wednesday, July 01, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Dancehall artiste Kranium is expressing gratitude to his fans and the DJs who helped propel his music, following the RIAA gold certification of his single We Can featuring Tory Lanez.