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Dejanea Oakley among the four finalists for the class of 2026 Honda Sport Award for track and field

Former Clarendon College quarter-miler Dejanea Oakley has been named among the four finalist for the class of 2026 honda sport award for track & field.

National Security Minister says Jamaica not opening borders for uncontrolled migration programme with USA for Third-Country Nationals

He states that the process for the agreement to accept non-Jamaicans deported from the U.S., has been approached carefully and deliberately, with Jamaica’s national interest at the centre. According to Dr. Chang, the safety of Jamaicans and people in Jamaica, as well as obligation under international

Gov’t says MOU to accept foreigners deported from U.S. contemplates transfers of up to 25 individuals every two weeks

National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang says the MOU to accept foreigners deported from the United States does not take effect until the completion of agreed pre-implementation requirements. These include the finalisation of operational guidelines and procedure

Opposition calls on Gov’t to clarify Jamaica’s participation in Third-Country Nationals agreement with USA

National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang disclosed today that there have been discussions on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Jamaica and the United States to accept non-Jamaican nationals being removed from the U.S. Opposition Spokesperson on Foreign, Regional and Diaspora Affairs, Senator

Police officer charged with murder of Latoya Bulgin granted bail

Constable Andrew Wilson was charged following a probe by the Independent Commission of Investigations ( INDECOM) and a ruling by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The charge stems from an incident on May 17, in Granville St. James, during which 45-year-old Bulgin was shot while in her motor

JaBBEM says case involving claimed prescriptive rights to access Mammee Bay beach postponed until November 6

The Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement (JaBBEM) says the case involving claimed prescriptive rights to access Mammee Bay beach in St. Ann has been postponed until November 6.JaBBEM President, Dr. Devon Taylor, disclosed that the matter, which was scheduled to come before the St. Ann Parish

Opposition urges Jamaica not to only view Diaspora as source of remittances but as strategic partner in nation-building

As the nation continues to confront climate change-related challenges, the Opposition People's National Party is urging Jamaica not to only view the Diaspora as a source of remittances but as a strategic partner in nation-building.The appeal comes as the country observes Diaspora Day today under the

State Minister for Industry, Investment and Commerce, challenges Jamaicans abroad to claim their share of the country’s economic growth

State Minister for Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright, has challenged Jamaicans abroad to claim their share of the country's economic growth.Addressing the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre yesterday, he noted that shifting global dynamics,

Emergency surgeries continue at KPH despite challenges with air conditioning system; filters needed for repairs to be flown in next week

While elective surgeries have been scaled down at the Kingston Public Hospital, emergency surgeries continue amidst ongoing challenges with the air conditioning system.Permanent Secretary in the Health and Wellness Ministry, Errol Greene, gave the update at this morning's sitting of Parliament's Public

Ewing finally gets his NBA ring!

Jamaican born NBA legend Patrick Ewing, has received an honorary championship ring following the New York Knicks NBA championship victory on the weekend.

National Security Minister says Jamaica not opening borders for uncontrolled migration programme with USA for Third-Country Nationals

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

He states that the process for the agreement to accept non-Jamaicans deported from the U.S., has been approached carefully and deliberately, with Jamaica’s national interest at the centre. According to Dr. Chang, the safety of Jamaicans and people in Jamaica, as well as obligation under international law have guided every step of the discussions on the MOU.

Gov’t says MOU to accept foreigners deported from U.S. contemplates transfers of up to 25 individuals every two weeks

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang says the MOU to accept foreigners deported from the United States does not take effect until the completion of agreed pre-implementation requirements. These include the finalisation of operational guidelines and procedure

Dejanea Oakley among the four finalists for the class of 2026 Honda Sport Award for track and field

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former Clarendon College quarter-miler Dejanea Oakley has been named among the four finalist for the class of 2026 honda sport award for track & field.

Ewing finally gets his NBA ring!

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaican born NBA legend Patrick Ewing, has received an honorary championship ring following the New York Knicks NBA championship victory on the weekend.

Majah Hype claps back At Johnny Daley over comedy unity debate

Monday, June 15, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Majah Hype has responded after fellow comedian Christopher Johnny Daley challenged his recent comments suggesting that unity among Caribbean comedians is lacking.

Masicka set to headline Barclays Center for the first time

Monday, June 15, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall star Masicka is set to take another major step in his career with his first headline concert at New York’s Barclays Center on August 15.