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Zumjay reacts to Buju Banton & Wayne Wonder fallout

Dancehall deejay and U.S. Army Reserve member Zumjay says he is heartbroken over the public fallout between Buju Banton and Wayne Wonder.

Silver lining for Jamaica – Day 1 World Indoor Championships

Jamaica closed day one of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland with two silver medals for 4th place overall on the medal table.

The number two ranked in the world Jordan Scott notched the first medal while Kishane Thompson made it two shortly after.

Economist hails focus on post-hurricane Melissa reconstruction in Prime Ministers’ budget debate presentation as a good move

During his contribution in parliament yesterday, Dr. Holness said the bill to establish the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NARRA) under its own special purpose legislation was tabled at the sitting. He said NARRA will have special powers to accelerate development approvals, as well

New Beach Access Policy tabled in parliament yesterday

It was tabled by Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness during his budget debate presentation. He noted that beach access has been a contentious issue in Jamaica for decades, with many citizens expressing concern about having to pay to visit some beaches.

National Security Minister says threats faced by region demand united and coordinated response

He pointed out that small island developing states face particular challenges from organised crime. Dr Chang made the comments this morning, at the joint inaugural Level 2- Tactical Training Graduation, for officers from the Jamaica Constabulary and the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands TCI police and regiment.

Four JUTC drivers accused of involvement in ticket scheme charged

They are, 50-year-old Coleen Reynolds, of Cumberland, Portmore, 43-year-old Lashon Young, of Waterford, Portmore, and 27-year-old Jahvon Hassock of Eltham Park, Spanish Town, all in St. Catherine, as well as 47-year-old Keith Reid, otherwise called 'Miguel, of Llandewey, St. Thomas.

Three newcomers in 27-member Reggae Boyz squad for Inter-Confedration playoff

Midfielder Ephron Mason-Clark of English Championship club Coventry City, winger Andre Brooks of Sheffield United, and midfielder Tyrece Hall of League Two club Notts County are the three newcomers in the 27-member Reggae Boyz squad.

NHT to offer reduced mortgage interest rates for some public servants effective July 1

He made the announcement during his budget debate presentation in parliament yesterday. According to Dr Holness, for NHT beneficiaries with five to ten years of service, interest rates will be cut by 1-percent, while those with ten years or more will see a reduction of 2 percent.

JHTA President Christopher Jarret says implementation of minimum wage will pose challenge for hotel sector

During his budget debate presentation in parliament yesterday, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness announced that the minimum wage will be increased from $16000 to $17000, come July 1. This is $1500 less than the 18500 dollar increase Dr. Holness promised last year.

12 y/o boy wounded by schoolmate in St. Ann, reportedly recovering well

IRIE FM News was told that the boy who was hit in the head with a metal chair returned normal medical test results. Health officials say he is expected to be discharged from hospital soon.

Economist hails focus on post-hurricane Melissa reconstruction in Prime Ministers’ budget debate presentation as a good move

Friday, March 20, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

During his contribution in parliament yesterday, Dr. Holness said the bill to establish the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NARRA) under its own special purpose legislation was tabled at the sitting. He said NARRA will have special powers to accelerate development approvals, as well as procurement, enabling the execution of resilient infrastructure projects at a scale and speed Jamaica has never seen before.

New Beach Access Policy tabled in parliament yesterday

Friday, March 20, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

It was tabled by Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness during his budget debate presentation. He noted that beach access has been a contentious issue in Jamaica for decades, with many citizens expressing concern about having to pay to visit some beaches.

Silver lining for Jamaica – Day 1 World Indoor Championships

Friday, March 20, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica closed day one of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland with two silver medals for 4th place overall on the medal table. The number two ranked in the world Jordan Scott notched the first medal while Kishane Thompson made it two shortly after.

Three newcomers in 27-member Reggae Boyz squad for Inter-Confedration playoff

Friday, March 20, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Midfielder Ephron Mason-Clark of English Championship club Coventry City, winger Andre Brooks of Sheffield United, and midfielder Tyrece Hall of League Two club Notts County are the three newcomers in the 27-member Reggae Boyz squad.

Zumjay reacts to Buju Banton & Wayne Wonder fallout

Friday, March 20, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall deejay and U.S. Army Reserve member Zumjay says he is heartbroken over the public fallout between Buju Banton and Wayne Wonder.

Mutabaruka claims iconic line from Buju Banton’s 1993 hit song ‘Murderer’

Thursday, March 19, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

A fresh controversy has emerged around the authorship of the classic dancehall anthem murderer, as veteran dub poet Mutabaruka steps forward claiming a key lyrical line as his own.