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Arsenal crowned English Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years

Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years.

Following three runners-up finishes, the Gunners have sealed top spot after Manchester City drew 1 all at Bournemouth on Tuesday night.

New date coming for Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) Annual General Meeting

A new date for the Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) Annual General meeting to elect a new administration will have to be set, as the procedure for notification to all affiliates was not properly executed .

ROOFS programme will transition to direct cash payments under phase 2

The government will be transitioning to direct cash payments to beneficiaries of the ROOFS programme, under phase two of the initiative.

Govt seeks parliament’s approval to continue NHT withdrawals; Opp says it will not support it

The government today sought parliament's approval to continue the contentious withdrawal of millions of dollars from the National Housing Trust (NHT) to support the budget.

World Bank prices Cat Bond for Jamaica with US$200m insurance

The World Bank has priced a catastrophe bond that finances US$200m of insurance coverage against hurricanes for Jamaica.

Jcan farmers & families affected by Hurricane Melissa get support from Japanese reggae sound system Mighty Crown

Several youth farmers in St. Ann are getting a helping hand from Japanese reggae sound system Mighty Crown, in restoring their livelihoods following devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.

Beenie Man denies assault claims, threatens legal action against Future Fambo

Dancehall icon Beenie Man has moved to shut down what he describes as false, malicious and defamatory allegations made publicly by fellow entertainer Future Fambo.

Boom Dandimite remembered: Memorial event set for May 21 in Seaview Gardens

The legacy of late dancehall entertainer Boom Dandimite will once again be celebrated as project boom Dandimite foundation prepares to host a memorial event in honour of the former Scare Dem Crew member on Thursday, May 21, at Falcon in Seaview Gardens.

PPV operators on the Ocho Rios–Kingston route unimpressed with JUTC service adjustments

JUTC announced that effective tomorrow, it will reduce the frequency of its Ocho Rios service, which operates from Ocho Rios to Spanish Town, Half-Way Tree and Downtown Kingston. The state-run company said the adjustment follows concerns raised by Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators and forms part

Parliament says 5 reports submitted by Integrity Commission being addressed in accordance with internal processes

Gordon House in confirming receipt of the documents, says the reports have not yet been tabled in either the House of Representatives or the Senate. The statement from Parliament followed a call by Opposition Leader Mark Golding for the immediate tabling of the Integrity Commission investigative report

ROOFS programme will transition to direct cash payments under phase 2

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The government will be transitioning to direct cash payments to beneficiaries of the ROOFS programme, under phase two of the initiative.

Govt seeks parliament’s approval to continue NHT withdrawals; Opp says it will not support it

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The government today sought parliament's approval to continue the contentious withdrawal of millions of dollars from the National Housing Trust (NHT) to support the budget.

Arsenal crowned English Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years. Following three runners-up finishes, the Gunners have sealed top spot after Manchester City drew 1 all at Bournemouth on Tuesday night.

New date coming for Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) Annual General Meeting

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

A new date for the Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) Annual General meeting to elect a new administration will have to be set, as the procedure for notification to all affiliates was not properly executed .

Beenie Man denies assault claims, threatens legal action against Future Fambo

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Dancehall icon Beenie Man has moved to shut down what he describes as false, malicious and defamatory allegations made publicly by fellow entertainer Future Fambo.

Boom Dandimite remembered: Memorial event set for May 21 in Seaview Gardens

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The legacy of late dancehall entertainer Boom Dandimite will once again be celebrated as project boom Dandimite foundation prepares to host a memorial event in honour of the former Scare Dem Crew member on Thursday, May 21, at Falcon in Seaview Gardens.