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Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional Football Jamica Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture

Spirit Airlines has closed down, but for former Jamaican employee, Natovia Shand, the memories she made at the company will live on with her.

Ms. Shand joined Spirit in May 2025, and served as a flight scheduler, up until Saturday May 2, when the airline announced that it is shutting down as a business

Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”

As deliberations on the National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill continued in the Upper House today, Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley chided civil society groups for what he called a selective outrage on issues.

Last month at least 28 civil society organizations raised concern about

JABBEM submits proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to NaRRa Bill

The Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement (JABBEM) has submitted a detailed proposal to Parliament outlining suggested amendments to the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority, NARRA Bill.

JABBEM argues that the legislation contains structural weaknesses that could leave thousands

Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61

The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61

Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment

Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.

IShowSpeed takes over Jamaica

Entertainers Sean Paul, Beenie Man, YG and Yohan Marley, Jesse Royal and Valiant, along with social media influencer Bad Sekki, were among the Jamaicans who linked up with IShowSpeed, one of the world’s most popular streamers.

Classes at St. Elizabeth Technical High School being held online for second consecutive day following series of incidents on Wednesday

IRIE FM News understands that about 3 separate incidents, involving approximately 12 students, were reported at the institution. Director of the Education Ministry's region five, Susan Nelson Smith told IRIE FM News that four children were treated at hospital for injuries.

Police deployed to Stella Maris Prep following reported threat to the institution

The Jamaica Constabulary Force, (JCF) has pledged to maintain a presence at the Stella Maris Preparatory School in St. Andrew, following a reported threat to the institution. The school reportedly got a video message which showed a man in a mask making threats.

“We’ve lost a fine Jamaican” – Senate President pays tribute to late former Gov’t Senator Leslie Campbell

This morning's sitting of the Senate commenced with a tribute to late former Government Senator, Leslie Campbell. Mr. Campbell, who was battling an illness for some time, passed away on Sunday, May 3.

Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture

Friday, May 08, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

Spirit Airlines has closed down, but for former Jamaican employee, Natovia Shand, the memories she made at the company will live on with her. Ms. Shand joined Spirit in May 2025, and served as a flight scheduler, up until Saturday May 2, when the airline announced that it is shutting down as a business after failing to secure a $500 million US dollar bailout from the Trump administration.

Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”

Friday, May 08, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

As deliberations on the National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill continued in the Upper House today, Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley chided civil society groups for what he called a selective outrage on issues. Last month at least 28 civil society organizations raised concern about the Bill.

Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

Friday, May 08, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional Football Jamica Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Usain Bolt urge fans to swiftly secure tickets for World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Wednesday, May 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Triple world-record holder Usain Bolt is urging fans to act swiftly to secure tickets for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, set to take place in Budapest, Hungary, from September 11–13.

Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61

Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.