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Retired US soldier accused of killing man in Portland three years ago sentenced to 22 years’ imprisonment

A retired United States soldier accused of killing a man in Portland three years ago has been sentenced to 22 years' imprisonment.He is 48-year-old Emile Tracey of Pine Terrace, Florida, USA.

Opposition Senator calls for more sign language interpreters at Parliamentary proceedings to prevent absences

A call is being made for more sign language interpreters to be present at Parliamentary proceedings to align with local and international standards.Opposition Senator, Dr. Floyd Morris, raised the matter at today's sitting of the Upper House after an interpreter was not present when the proceedings commenced.

Haitians who landed in Portland on Monday repatriated to their home country last evening

The 28 Haitians who landed at Norwich in Portland on Monday were repatriated to their home country last evening.They had been located during three separate instances and detained by the Portland police.

Local Government Minister says Jamaicans need to pay more attention to earthquakes and their impacts

Minister of Local Government Desmond McKenzie, who has responsibility for natural disaster response coordination, says Jamaicans need to pay more attention to earthquakes and their impacts.His statement comes amid reports of two back-to-back earthquakes which struck Venezuela yesterday, leaving over

Blvk H3ro raises concerns over AI use of his music catalogue

Reggae artist Blvk H3ro is speaking out after discovering that a significant portion of his music catalog is reportedly being used to train artificial intelligence systems.

Cedella Marley calls for global prayers for Venezuela after devastating earthquakes

Humanitarian advocate Cedella Marley is calling for global unity and prayers for the people of Venezuela following reports of powerful back-to-back earthquakes that have caused widespread destruction and loss of life.

D’Yani featured in the Grammy’s Global Spin Series

Entertainer D’Yani is receiving international attention after being featured in the Grammy's Global Spin series, a digital platform highlighting standout performances from artists around the world.

PM Holness says Jamaica and Guyana to collaborate on housing development

Stating that Jamaica, like Guyana, is experiencing a housing boom, Dr. Holness notes that Guyana has reduced the time for approvals for housing from 3 years to 3 months.

Dr. Holness says, in Jamaica, the greatest constraint on the construction of housing solutions was not financial but supply-related.

PSOJ joins calls for Dr. Andrew Wheatley to step down following Integrity Commission report

This time, it's from the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ).

The call comes in the wake of a report from the Integrity Commission and the recommendation for charges for various offences, including illicit enrichment.

FWCF urges prompt probe into viral JUTC Bus incident involving student

An aspect of the incident was captured on video and has gone viral on social media.

In another video uploaded by the student on TikTok, she alleged that she was instructed by an off-duty police officer to leave the JUTC bus.

Retired US soldier accused of killing man in Portland three years ago sentenced to 22 years’ imprisonment

Friday, June 26, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

A retired United States soldier accused of killing a man in Portland three years ago has been sentenced to 22 years' imprisonment.He is 48-year-old Emile Tracey of Pine Terrace, Florida, USA.

Opposition Senator calls for more sign language interpreters at Parliamentary proceedings to prevent absences

Friday, June 26, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

A call is being made for more sign language interpreters to be present at Parliamentary proceedings to align with local and international standards.Opposition Senator, Dr. Floyd Morris, raised the matter at today's sitting of the Upper House after an interpreter was not present when the proceedings commenced.

Count down begins for 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Thursday, June 25, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

On the eve of the one year countdown to the FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue was illuminated with the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 brand and a “one year to go” message.

Olympians will be able to apply for a new grant of $10,000

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

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.

Blvk H3ro raises concerns over AI use of his music catalogue

Friday, June 26, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Reggae artist Blvk H3ro is speaking out after discovering that a significant portion of his music catalog is reportedly being used to train artificial intelligence systems.

Cedella Marley calls for global prayers for Venezuela after devastating earthquakes

Friday, June 26, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Humanitarian advocate Cedella Marley is calling for global unity and prayers for the people of Venezuela following reports of powerful back-to-back earthquakes that have caused widespread destruction and loss of life.