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US Ambassador to Jamaica nominee pledges to reduce China’s economic influence, advance US economic interests, tackle transnational crime and more

US Ambassador to Jamaica nominee pledges to reduce China’s economic influence, advance US economic interests, tackle transnational crime and more

Lake, who is U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee for the post, revealed her intentions while delivering her opening statement at a Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing in the U.S. yesterday. According to Lake, thwarting the east Asian country's growing influence is critical, as it poses severe

Embassy of Jamaica bids grateful farewell to Major General Antony Anderson, who demitted office as Jamaica’s Ambassador to US

Embassy of Jamaica bids grateful farewell to Major General Antony Anderson, who demitted office as Jamaica’s Ambassador to US

Ambassador Anderson has also stepped down from his position as Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States. He demitted the posts, after being appointed Chief Executive Officer of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) in Jamaica.

Information Minister says Gov’t intended to make Third Country National agreement with U.S. public once details were finalised

Information Minister says Gov’t intended to make Third Country National agreement with U.S. public once details were finalised

The Government had every intention to make the Third Country National (TCN) agreement with the United States (US) public once all the details had been finalised.That is the explanation from Information Minister, Dr. Dana Morris Dixon, amidst public backlash over the recently signed agreement, which would

Education Ministry says school gardens play critical role in fight against childhood obesity

Education Ministry says school gardens play critical role in fight against childhood obesity

The Education Ministry has stressed that school gardens play a critical role in the fight against childhood obesity and other non-communicable diseases among young people.Deputy Chief Education Officer for Core Curriculum and Support Services, Winnie Berry, made the comment while addressing the National

Delano Seiveright warns public about fraudulent video circulating on social media that unlawfully uses his image

Delano Seiveright warns public about fraudulent video circulating on social media that unlawfully uses his image

Seiveright said the video is entirely false and unauthorized. He said he has no connection to the video, the individuals responsible for its creation or distribution, or any investment opportunity, financial scheme, product, or service being promoted.

Christopher Johnny Daley says local film industry struggles with “total inclusion”

Christopher Johnny Daley says local film industry struggles with “total inclusion”

Comedian Christopher Johnny Daley says our local film industry suffers from what he describes as total inclusion.

Reggae singer Conrad Crystal dies 61

Reggae singer Conrad Crystal dies 61

The reggae fraternity is mourning the loss of singer Conrad Crystal, one half of the popular duo Sugar Roy & Conrad Crystal.

JN Bank records surplus of more than $2B

JN Bank records surplus of more than $2B

Jamaica National (JN) Bank says it achieved over $2.29 billion before tax for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
Net profit amounted to $1.45 billion, more than three times the prior year’s result of $439 million.

“Gov’t will always act in Jamaica’s best interest” – Information Minister notes citizens’ concern over TCN agreement with US; clarifies who initiated discussions

“Gov’t will always act in Jamaica’s best interest” – Information Minister notes citizens’ concern over TCN agreement with US; clarifies who initiated discussions

It was revealed this week, that Jamaica has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), that will see Jamaica temporarily accepting deported non-Jamaican migrants from the U.S. It has triggered widespread public discussion and criticism about the perceived lack of transparency, security risks and the

Mark Golding calls on Gov’t to tell the nation how the country will benefit from MOU with U.S. relating to Third-Country Nationals

Mark Golding calls on Gov’t to tell the nation how the country will benefit from MOU with U.S. relating to Third-Country Nationals

Opposition Leader Mark Golding has called on the Government to tell the nation how the country will benefit from the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Jamaica and the United States relating to Third-Country Nationals. According to the Government, the MOU will provide for Third-Country

US Ambassador to Jamaica nominee pledges to reduce China’s economic influence, advance US economic interests, tackle transnational crime and more

Friday, June 19, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Lake, who is U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee for the post, revealed her intentions while delivering her opening statement at a Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing in the U.S. yesterday. According to Lake, thwarting the east Asian country's growing influence is critical, as it poses severe security risks.

Embassy of Jamaica bids grateful farewell to Major General Antony Anderson, who demitted office as Jamaica’s Ambassador to US

Friday, June 19, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Ambassador Anderson has also stepped down from his position as Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States. He demitted the posts, after being appointed Chief Executive Officer of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) in Jamaica.

Donovan Duckie back at Waterhouse FC

Thursday, June 18, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former Reggae Boys assistant coach Donovan Duckie has been handed the responsibilities of coaching duties, at former Premier League champions Waterhouse in the Jamaica Premier League with immediate effect.

Ackera Nugent will miss National Senior and Junior Championships

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

National sprint hurdles record holder Ackera Nugent has joined the list of top competitors who will not be in action at the National Senior and Junior Championships, which gets underway at the National Stadium on Thusrday .

Christopher Johnny Daley says local film industry struggles with “total inclusion”

Friday, June 19, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Comedian Christopher Johnny Daley says our local film industry suffers from what he describes as total inclusion.

Reggae singer Conrad Crystal dies 61

Friday, June 19, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The reggae fraternity is mourning the loss of singer Conrad Crystal, one half of the popular duo Sugar Roy & Conrad Crystal.