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Petrojam says gas prices will increase tomorrow

These conditions have triggered further upward movements in the United States Gulf Coast reference prices for this week.

In a release today, Petrojam said the price increases for transport fuels were up to $20.30 per litre.

Commentator Kevin O’Brien Chang says some ideas put forward by Opposition Leader Mark Golding during budget debate are good but expresses concern about implementation

In parliament yesterday Mr. Golding outlined a raft of proposals aimed at growing the economy and raising revenue, without imposing more taxes on an already burdened populace.

Mr. Golding also chastised the governing Jamaica Labour Party for some initiatives or programmes that he says do not help the

West Indies women brace for Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux in upcoming series

Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux has been declared fit for the upcoming tour of the West Indies after recovering from a lower back issue that she suffered during the recent series against India.

INDECOM probing double fatal police shooting in Johnson Hill, Trelawny

Two males were fatally shot by police in Johnson Hill, Falmouth, Trelawny this morning.

They have been identified as Kevon Plummer and Romario Murray.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding renews call for body cameras for members of the security forces

Amid ongoing concerns over police-involved shootings, Opposition Leader Mark Golding has emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement and has renewed the call for the use of body worn cameras.

He highlighted the issue during his budget debate presentation in Parliament

Portland health authorities urge stakeholders to remain vigilant in fight against leptospirosis

Health authorities in Portland are urging stakeholders to remain vigilant in the fight against leptospirosis and to intensify efforts to keep the rodent population under control.

The parish's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Sharon Lewis made the statement while disclosing that 4 suspected cases of leptospirosis

Golding says a stronger, fairer economy for workers would help Jamaica build back better

Opposition Leader Mark Golding has pointed out that a stronger, fairer economy for workers would help Jamaica build back better.

In his contribution to the budget debate yesterday, Mr. Golding highlighted concerns about contract work.

Traffic police urge proper vehicle maintenance before driving

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB) Superintendent Lloyd Darby is calling on motorists to ensure their vehicles are properly maintained before traversing the island's roadways.

His comment, is in light of two motor vehicle crashes in St. Ann and Kingston between Monday and

Body of teen retrieved from Rio Cobre, following crash last night

He has been identified as 17-year-old Oniesh Darby from Clarion Road Kingston 20. Two other males who were also involved in the crash were taken to hospital for treatment.

Opposition Leader calls for removal of tax on water as counter proposal to Government’s tax on sugar sweetened beverages

In his contribution to the budget debate in Parliament today, Mr Golding lamented that water costs more than gas. He chastised the Government for taxing sweetened drinks, which can only be derived from sales, while claiming that the tax is aimed at reducing sugar consumption.

Petrojam says gas prices will increase tomorrow

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

These conditions have triggered further upward movements in the United States Gulf Coast reference prices for this week. In a release today, Petrojam said the price increases for transport fuels were up to $20.30 per litre.

Commentator Kevin O’Brien Chang says some ideas put forward by Opposition Leader Mark Golding during budget debate are good but expresses concern about implementation

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

In parliament yesterday Mr. Golding outlined a raft of proposals aimed at growing the economy and raising revenue, without imposing more taxes on an already burdened populace. Mr. Golding also chastised the governing Jamaica Labour Party for some initiatives or programmes that he says do not help the country and citizens.

West Indies women brace for Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux in upcoming series

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux has been declared fit for the upcoming tour of the West Indies after recovering from a lower back issue that she suffered during the recent series against India.

Shanoya Douglas in line to receive silver medal from the 2024 World Under 20 Championship

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

World under 20 sprint relay gold medalist Shanoya Douglas is now in line to have a medal upgrade from the 2024 World Under 20 Championship in Lima Peru.

Vybz Kartel is Rick Ross’ dream pick for FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Hip-hop heavyweight Rick Ross has revealed that his dream pick for FIFA’s first-ever World Cup halftime show is dancehall megastar Vybz Kartel.

Buju Wayne Wonder feud intensifies

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Tensions appear to be brewing between Wayne Wonder and Buju Banton following recent remarks Buju made during an interview with Queenz Flip on the Dollar Van platform about his long-term friendship with Wayne Wonder.