Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has called for collaborative effort to ensure energy security in the Caribbean region. Dr. Holness is on an official visit to Suriname where he participated in the Suriname Energy Oil and Gas Summit and Exhibition.

Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has directed the management of the Regional Health Authorities and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) to action immediately a series of measures aimed at addressing concerns raised by medical interns regarding working and living conditions across the public health system. This is in keeping with the recently signed accountability framework and follows a statement issued yesterday by the Jamaica Medical Doctors Association (JMDA), which highlighted challenges being experienced by medical interns.

Olympians will be able to apply for a new grant of $10,000 for each games they compete in, according to the International Olympic Committee.

National Junior record holder Alana Reid and the World Championship mile relay silver medalist Christopher Taylor won their first national 200 meters title last night, while there were also several first time national champions. 

Digicel is promising bigger experiences, rewards and opportunities for customers across Jamaica as it launches 'Tun Up Fi 25', a nationwide campaign celebrating 25 years of connectivity. Tun Up Fi 25 is a summer-long celebration built around music, football, entertainment, community engagement and customer experiences. The campaign is designed to thank loyal customers while welcoming new ones.

Dancehall star Spice brought dancehall energy to football fans gathered in Times Square, New York, during the World Cup celebrations.