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Seiveright urges more Jamaicans to pursue globally competitive businesses, following launch of Rich Rum

Addressing the official launch in Kingston, Mr. Seiveright said Gayle's investment demonstrates that Jamaica has the talent, reputation and business environment to create internationally recognised brands.

288 murders recorded in Jamaica up to July 10

Jamaica recorded 288 murders up to Friday, July 10.

That's 80 fewer than the 368 recorded in the corresponding period last year.

Education Ministry called on to lead campaign to foster the habit of saving among children

The Education Ministry is being called on to lead a campaign to foster the habit of saving among children.

Opposition Senator Lambert Brown made the appeal Friday, as the Upper House deliberated on the pensions super-annuation funds and retirement schemes amendment regulations.

Mayor Belnavis notes need for solar panel installation regulatory framework

Mayor of St. Ann's Bay Michael Belnavis has noted the need for a regulatory framework to guide the safe installation of solar panels.

St Catherine municipal corporation moves resolution about insurance claims for damaged public infrastructure

The St. Catherine Municipal Corporation has moved a resolution that seeks to ensure insurance claims can be made on persons or entities responsible for damaging public infrastructure.

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton welcomes endorsement of Accountability Framework

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has welcomed the endorsement of the accountability framework by unions and professional associations following a meeting on Wednesday.

The meeting, which brought together representatives from a wide cross-section of the country's public health workforce provided

St. James Municipal Corporation repairing Hurricane Melissa-damaged assets with $120M interim insurance payment

Some assets of the St. James Municipal Corporation which were damaged during Hurricane Melissa last year are being repaired through an interim insurance payment of $120 million.

The update was provided by Mayor Richard Vernon at the corporation's monthly meeting yesterday.

Late Constable Shavaine Davy hailed for his dedication and professionalism to serve and protect

The late Constable Shavaine Davy has been hailed for his dedication, professionalism and commitment to serving and protecting people.

The 32-year-old police officer from Craighead, Manchester died in a motor vehicle crash along the Bustamante Highway in Clarendon this morning.

Likkle Addi responds after Caribbean Music Awards nomination sparks debate

Likkle Addi is responding to criticism surrounding his recent Caribbean Music Awards nomination.

Jamaican Bar Association calls safer and better working conditions at Supreme Court

The Jamaican Bar Association is calling for urgent action to address what it describes as unsafe conditions and inadequate facilities at the Supreme Court in Kingston.

In a statement, the association urged Justice Minister Delroy Chuck, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake and Kingston Mayor Andrew Swaby

Seiveright urges more Jamaicans to pursue globally competitive businesses, following launch of Rich Rum

Sunday, July 12, 2026 Marlene Freeman News No comments

Addressing the official launch in Kingston, Mr. Seiveright said Gayle's investment demonstrates that Jamaica has the talent, reputation and business environment to create internationally recognised brands.

288 murders recorded in Jamaica up to July 10

Sunday, July 12, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

Jamaica recorded 288 murders up to Friday, July 10. That's 80 fewer than the 368 recorded in the corresponding period last year.

20 Countries to compete in the Jamaica International Badminton Tournament

Friday, July 10, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

20 Countries to compete in the Jamaica International Badminton Tournament

Sterling-Humphrey named Captain of Jamaica’s Commonwealth Games delegation

Thursday, July 09, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Sunshine Girls captain Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, has been appointed as baton bearer and captain of the Jamaican delegation to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games from July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, Scotland