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Jamaican Football Star Raheem Sterling Released on Bail After Arrest in UK Lamborghini Crash Linked to Alleged Drug-Driving

Jamaican-born international football star Raheem Sterling is reportedly at the centre of

Shadow Shadow May 30, 2026

“They take us for fools” — Former Police Commissioner Hardley Lewin Slams Delays in JCF Body Camera Rollout

Former Police Commissioner Rear Admiral Hardley Lewin has strongly criticised the prolonged

Shadow Shadow May 28, 2026

Jamaica Parliament in Uproar as PNP’s Nekeisha Burchell Refuses to Apologise Over “Controlling Wife” Remarks

The political uproar continues to intensify in Jamaica after Member of Parliament

Shadow Shadow May 27, 2026

Jamaica Secures Massive US$200 Million Catastrophe Bond Ahead of 2026 Hurricane Season

Jamaica has secured a record-breaking US$200 million catastrophe bond in a major

Shadow Shadow May 21, 2026

“To Put Away a Young Man for a Toy Gun Is Awful,” Attorney Bert Samuels Asks Governor-General to Pardon Music Producer

Senior attorney Bert Samuels has ignited a heated national debate after blasting

Shadow Shadow May 18, 2026

Fake Guns, Real Prison Time: Jamaican Music Producer Gets Life Sentence for Imitation Firearms; Music and Film Industry on Edge

A Jamaican music producer, identified as Ewayne Pryce of Kingston, has been

Shadow Shadow May 17, 2026

Government Considering Child Grants, Tax Breaks, Extend Leave and Mortgage Support to Boost Jamaica’s Birth Rate

Jamaica is weighing sweeping financial incentives for families as the Government moves

Shadow Shadow May 15, 2026

Jamaicans React After House Speaker Juliet Holness Shuts Down Opposition MP From Speaking Patois in Parliament

A heated debate has ignited across Jamaica's social media landscape after House

Shadow Shadow May 14, 2026

Only 1.8% of $1.44 Billion Hurricane Melissa Donations Spent, Audit Finds as Jamaicans Struggles With Recovery Efforts

Only 1.8% of the J$1.44 billion donated for Hurricane Melissa relief and

Shadow Shadow May 13, 2026

“The Sea Never Belong To No Man”: Keznamdi and JaBBEM Spark Heated Debate Over Access to Jamaica’s Beaches in New Documentary

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Keznamdi is igniting a fierce national conversation over beach

Shadow Shadow May 9, 2026

Jamaica Breaks Mixed 4x100m World Record at the World Athletics Relays in Stunning Heat Performance

Jamaica has once again etched its name into sprinting history, smashing the

Shadow Shadow May 2, 2026

Nearly 6,000 Schoolgirls Become Pregnant Yearly: Jamaica’s Teen Pregnancy Crisis Fuels Push to Raise Age of Consent to 18

Nearly 6,000 Jamaican schoolgirls become pregnant each year — a sobering reality

Shadow Shadow April 30, 2026

Dr. Michelle Gill Turns Trademark Legal Victory into Advocacy, Now Helping Caribbean Creatives Protect Their Brands

After securing a hard-fought U.S. trademark win, Dr. Michelle Gill is shifting

Shadow Shadow April 13, 2026

Jamaican Government Hands Over Land Titles to Rastafari Coral Gardens Benevolent Society, Commits Over $130 Million Investment

Nearly a decade after Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness issued a formal

Shadow Shadow April 6, 2026

Jamaicans Question Government Decision as Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short of The Promised Amount

Public frustration is rising after Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness announced a $1,000

Shadow Shadow March 20, 2026

Prime Minister Andrew Holness to Receive AFUWI Legacy Award in New York for Leadership and Education Advocacy

Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, will be honoured

Shadow Shadow March 9, 2026

Jamaicans React Amid Rising Living Costs as Prime Minister Holness’ Salary Set to Triple from $9.16 to $28.5 Million

A fresh wave of debate has erupted across social media in Jamaica

Shadow Shadow February 22, 2026

Jamaican Government’s New Tax Announcement Sparks Outrage: “Everything Getting Pricey, Yet They Want Us to Make More Babies”

The Jamaican Government's promise of “no new taxes” is facing renewed scrutiny

Shadow Shadow February 13, 2026

Population Crisis: Health Minister Blames Social Media and Societal Pressure as Falling Birth Rate Threatens Future Workforce

Jamaica is staring down a demographic crossroads, and Health and Wellness Minister

Shadow Shadow February 8, 2026

Police Constable Noel Maitland Found Guilty in Girlfriend Donna-Lee Donaldson’s Murder Trial

Police constable Noel Maitland has been convicted of the murder of his

Shadow Shadow January 22, 2026

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley Named Among Forbes’ 2025 World’s Most Powerful Women

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is again standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s

Shadow Shadow December 11, 2025

Government Approves Procurement of Over 1,000 Body-Worn Cameras for the Jamaica Constabulary Force

Cabinet has signed off on a major upgrade to law-enforcement technology, approving

Shadow Shadow December 11, 2025

Cabinet Cancels Festivities: No Christmas Parties for Jamaican Government Entities

Jamaica is facing a subdued festive season for public servants this year.

Shadow Shadow December 11, 2025

Government Challenges $120 Million Award for Man Imprisoned 50 Years Without Trial — Calls It “Excessive”

The Jamaican Government has mounted a challenge against a landmark $120 million

Shadow Shadow December 7, 2025

Juici Patties Announces Four New Locations Set to Open in Florida and New York in Less Than One Month

Juici Patties is turning up the heat in the U.S. fast-food market,

Shadow Shadow December 3, 2025

“How Do I Share 600 Generators With 150,000 People?” Prime Minister Pushes Back Against Criticism of Relief Distribution

Prime Minister Andrew Holness is pushing back hard against mounting criticism over

Shadow Shadow December 1, 2025

Jamaica on Track to Record Lowest Murder Rate in Nearly 40 Years — PM Praises Security Forces for Their Commitment

Jamaica is on the brink of recording its lowest murder figure in

Shadow Shadow November 30, 2025

“Mi Nuh Fraid Ah Nuhbody” — Holness Declares ‘War’ on Misinformation Amid Hurricane Melissa Relief Efforts

Prime Minister Hon Dr. Andrew Holness has launched a fierce takedown of

Shadow Shadow November 29, 2025

Jamaicans Urged to Brace for Steep Cost-of-Living Spike in 2026 — Food, Utilities, and Everyday Services Set to Climb

Jamaican households are being told to prepare for a tougher year ahead

Shadow Shadow November 25, 2025

Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay Damaged in Early Morning Fire; No Injuries Reported

A pre-dawn blaze at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay

Shadow Shadow November 22, 2025

Steve McClaren Quits as Reggae Boyz Head Coach After World Cup Setback — Jamaica Turns Focus to 2026 Play-Off Lifeline

Jamaica’s 2026 World Cup hopes were thrown into turmoil on Tuesday night

Shadow Shadow November 19, 2025

“Every Dollar Spent Will Be Accounted For”: Prime Minister Andrew Holness Vows Full Transparency Amid Hurricane Recovery Efforts

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is doubling down on a bold guarantee

Shadow Shadow November 18, 2025

Government Responds to Buju Banton’s Claims of Stolen Hurricane Relief Supplies at Kingston Airport

Reggae legend Buju Banton has ignited public outrage after claiming that vital

Shadow Shadow November 13, 2025

Jamaica Faces Food Shortages After $29.5 Billion Agricultural Disaster — Over 1.2 Million Animals Lost, 70,000 Farmers Affected

Jamaica’s agriculture sector has been dealt a crushing blow following the passage

Shadow Shadow November 13, 2025

Jamaica Receives Aid From 31 Nations as Hurricane Melissa Death Toll Climbs to 45 Says Minister

The official death toll from Hurricane Melissa’s devastating passage over Jamaica has

Shadow Shadow November 12, 2025

Education Crisis Looms: Over 600 Jamaican Schools Damaged by Hurricane — Government May Consider Tent Classrooms

With more than 600 schools across western Jamaica damaged by Hurricane Melissa,

Shadow Shadow November 8, 2025

Contributions to Government’s Official Hurricane Relief Site Near U$1 Million; Live Donation Tracker Coming Soon, Says Minister

Donations to Jamaica’s official Hurricane Melissa Relief Fund are closing in on

Shadow Shadow November 4, 2025

Hurricane Melissa’s Fury: Jamaica Mourns the Loss of 28 Lives as Caribbean Death Toll Climbs to 61

The Caribbean is reeling from the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa, which

Shadow Shadow November 2, 2025

JPS to Restore Power to 27,000 Jamaicans in Kingston, St. Andrew, St. Thomas, and St. Catherine by Midnight Sunday

The Jamaica Public Service (JPS) is ramping up restoration efforts following Hurricane

Shadow Shadow November 1, 2025

From Competition to Compassion: Global Sports Stars Rally Behind Jamaica’s Recovery After Hurricane Melissa

The global sports community is trading medals for mission as athletes rally

Shadow Shadow November 1, 2025

Jamaica’s Roads and Airports Reopen: Government Moves Swiftly to Restore Access After Hurricane Melissa

Jamaica is pushing forward with determination and discipline in the wake of

Shadow Shadow October 31, 2025

Jamaica Set for Historic $24 Billion Catastrophe Bond Payout as Hurricane Melissa Ravages Island

Jamaica is poised to receive a groundbreaking $24 billion JMD (US$150 million)

Shadow Shadow October 29, 2025

Jamaica Brought to Its Knees: Hurricane Melissa Leaves Trail of Destruction; 15,000 in Shelters

The hum of generators and the cries of people are the only

Shadow Shadow October 28, 2025

Jamaica’s Birth Rate Falls 42.2% as Population Growth Hits 50-Year Low, According to Latest Data from STATIN

Jamaica’s population is growing — but barely. According to the 2022 Population

Shadow Shadow October 16, 2025

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce to Be Crowned by Serena Williams at Inaugural ATHLOS Event in New York

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, fresh off announcing her retirement from track

Shadow Shadow October 10, 2025

Jamaica Records 44 Suicides in 2025 as Mental Health Helpline Calls Surges to 2,452; Dr. Leahcim Semaj Urges Social Media Monitoring

Psychologist Dr. Leahcim Semaj is urging Jamaican authorities to apply the same

Shadow Shadow September 29, 2025