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Renowned track and field coach Stephen Francis, has died

Renowned track and field coach Vincent Stephen Francis, has died. He was 64 years old. Francis who was ailing for sometime, died yesterday.

Water Minister Matthew Samuda says NWC will resolve multiple issues with pensions for employees at the organization

Water Minister Matthew Samuda has committed that the National Water Commission (NWC) will resolve what he termed the multiple issues with pensions for employees at the organization. Speaking at a recent ceremony to honour employees, he noted that the NWC has an aging employee base.

MBJ Airports Limited commits to additional US$118M investment in infrastructure development at SIA

The MBJ Airports Limited has committed an additional US$118 million investment in infrastructure development at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) under a 2026 to 2030 master plan. Chief Executive Officer of MBJ Airports Limited, Shane Munroe made the disclosure at a SIA forum recently.

Jamaican international Norman Powell is heading to Chicago Bulls

Jamaica Customs working with Gov’t to prevent individuals from diverting funds from nation’s coffers

Speaking with IRIE FM News, JCA's Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Keith Benjamin, says while the agency is not only preoccupied with revenue collections, its importance cannot be ignored.

Jamaicans at home and in the U.S. grapple with extreme heat conditions

Nearly 200 million people across the Central and Eastern United States are grappling with a severe heat wave, and among those affected are Jamaican-born residents.The extreme heat has caused major health emergencies, severe agricultural damage, the cancellation of America's Independence Day Parade and

28-year-old construction worker charged after supermarket break-in

A 28-year-old construction worker is to face the court soon after he allegedly broke into a supermarket in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Thursday, July 2.Jason Matthews of Rose Lane, Kingston, is charged with House Breaking and Larceny (Shop).

Shamera Sterling-Humphrey and Latanya Wilson celebrates Suncorp Super Netball League title

The Adeladie Thunderbirds with the Jamaican world class defenders Shamera Sterling-Humphrey and Latanya Wilson are today celebrating after winning their third consecutive Suncorp Super Netball League title in Australia last night.

Culture Minister Olivia Grange urges young Jamaicans to strengthen Jamaica’s democracy

Young Jamaicans are being challenged to become the generation that strengthens the country's democracy, building on the foundation laid by national hero Norman Manley.

The call came from Culture Minister Olivia Grange as she addressed a floral tribute marking the 133rd anniversary of Manley's birth.

Former PM Bruce Golding says international order must be drastically revised to ensure it benefits all nations

Former Prime Minister, Bruce Golding, says the international order - the set of rules, norms and institutions that govern how countries interact with each other - must be drastically revised to ensure it benefits all nations.While addressing the 14th World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing,

Renowned track and field coach Stephen Francis, has died

Sunday, July 05, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

Renowned track and field coach Vincent Stephen Francis, has died. He was 64 years old. Francis who was ailing for sometime, died yesterday.

Water Minister Matthew Samuda says NWC will resolve multiple issues with pensions for employees at the organization

Sunday, July 05, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

Water Minister Matthew Samuda has committed that the National Water Commission (NWC) will resolve what he termed the multiple issues with pensions for employees at the organization. Speaking at a recent ceremony to honour employees, he noted that the NWC has an aging employee base.

Jamaican international Norman Powell is heading to Chicago Bulls

Saturday, July 04, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaican international Norman Powell is heading to Chicago Bulls

Shamera Sterling-Humphrey and Latanya Wilson celebrates Suncorp Super Netball League title

Saturday, July 04, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The Adeladie Thunderbirds with the Jamaican world class defenders Shamera Sterling-Humphrey and Latanya Wilson are today celebrating after winning their third consecutive Suncorp Super Netball League title in Australia last night.

Seiveright says Dream Weekend’s MoBay Debut Reflects Western Jamaica’s Economic Transformation

Friday, July 03, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS Entertainment , News No comments

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright says this year's Dream Weekend comes at a defining moment for Western Jamaica, as the region experiences unprecedented levels of public and private investment.

Entertainers rally behind PNP MP Nekiesha Burchell following “new breed” criticism

Friday, July 03, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Entertainers Dovey Magnum and Devin Di Dakta are among several social media users encouraging PNP Member of Parliament for St James Southern, Nekiesha Burchill, to continue standing her ground.