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06 Jan, 2026 0

Driver’s licence validation system temporary unavailability – TAJ

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reporting that the system used to validate driver’s licences is currently offline. As a result, several related services are temporarily unavailable, both online…
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr. (second right), greets farm worker, André Ellis, during a send-off ceremony for seasonal agricultural workers to Canada, held at the Ministry’s Overseas Employment Centre on East Street in down
06 Jan, 2026 0

Gov’t to safeguard integrity of overseas employment programme

The Government will be taking steps to preserve the integrity of the Overseas Employment Programme. This was disclosed by Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr., who noted that…
P. Falasha Harrison
06 Jan, 2026 0

From teenage mother to boardroom strategist

Success stories often begin with privilege. P. Falasha Harrison’s began with prayer, perseverance, and an unshakeable belief that her life was meant for more. Today she is a visionary leader, a…
INDECOM Deputy Commissioner Yanique Taylor-Wellington has expressed concern about the pattern but stressed that the state oversight body will conduct objective investigations.
06 Jan, 2026 0

INDECOM alarmed as 12 killed by security forces in first five days of 2026

The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has described the start of 2026 as “troubling” after twelve people were shot and killed by members of Jamaica’s security forces within the year’s…
The individuals listed are required to report to the Black River Criminal Investigations Branch on January 6, 2026.
06 Jan, 2026 0

St Elizabeth police seek suspects and persons of interest in multiple murder investigations

The St Elizabeth police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating six individuals wanted or listed as persons of interest in ongoing criminal investigations across the parish. Wanted: 1.…
Denise Marsha Brown, a Jamaican Fulbright PhD Candidate in Political Science at the University of Missouri
06 Jan, 2026 0

Denise Marsha Brown | The time for a green (climate) party is now

Calls for a viable third political party in Jamaica are nothing new. Every election cycle the public debates it, and the ballot reflects it. In the 2025 general election, third parties not only…
Newly appointed Director of Public Prosecutions of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Jeremy Taylor, KC.
06 Jan, 2026 0

Jamaica's Jeremy Taylor appointed TCI's chief prosecutor

Jeremy Taylor, one of Jamaica's most senior prosecutors, has been appointed Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) of the Turks and Caicos Islands. A DPP is responsible for deciding whether…
AI-generated malware is a new goodie on the shelves of the dark web – yet another ready-to-use cybercrime tool that makes ransomware attacks easier, and hence more prevalent.
06 Jan, 2026 0

Jurgita Lapienytė | AI arms ransomware gangs for historic 2025 haul… 2026 could be worse

2025 was one of the most fruitful years for ransomware gangs yet, as we saw thousands of victims claimed by criminals throughout the year. AI was a big help. Artificial intelligence may not be…
The PNP said it remains committed to the principles of self-determination and a nation’s autonomy over its natural resources, while encouraging adherence to democratic norms and the protection of human rights.
06 Jan, 2026 0

PNP calls on Gov't to 'unequivocally support' rule of law after US captures Maduro

The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) is urging the Jamaican government “to stand up for and unequivocally support” long-standing principles of international law following the capture of…