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Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding making his contribution to the Budget Debate in Parliament on March 17, 2026.
March 17, 2026

Golding criticises gov’t's ‘lethargic’ legislative agenda

Mark Golding, Opposition leader, has castigated the Government over its lethargic and inefficient approach to passing strategic laws for the benefit of the country. In his contribution to the…
March 17, 2026

St Catherine brothers who claimed provocation in man’s killing lose bid to overturn murder convictions

The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by two brothers, upholding their 2011 murder convictions and ruling that the trial judge correctly excluded manslaughter and provocation from the jury. …
Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding making his contribution to the Budget Debate in Parliament on March 17, 2026.
March 17, 2026

Golding says tougher measures needed for good governance

Opposition Leader Mark Golding is calling for stronger support for anti-corruption measures and institutions aimed at promoting good governance and moral values in Jamaica. Golding said the…
Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding making his contribution to the Budget Debate in Parliament on March 17, 2026.
March 17, 2026

‘Shameful deception’: Golding slams PM for accepting pay increase

Opposition leader Mark Golding has described as a “shameful deception” the recent announcement that Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness will, in fact, be receiving his $28.6 million salary, after…
Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding contributing to the Budget Debate in Parliament on March 17, 2026.
March 17, 2026

Economy not delivering for the people, says Golding

While noting that Jamaica’s public debt has declined and murders are down, Opposition Leader Mark Golding says the government has failed to translate those gains into meaningful economic growth.
Iran’s players pose for a team photo before an Asian group A qualifying football match against North Korea for the 2026 World Cup, June 10, 2025, at Azadi Stadium in Tehran, Iran.
March 17, 2026

Iran wants to move its World Cup matches from US to Mexico

GENEVA (AP) — The public wrangling between Iran, FIFA and US President Donald Trump over the narrative of playing at the World Cup in June shifted on Tuesday to Mexico where its diplomats suggested…
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March 17, 2026

Director of Corruption Prosecution at Integrity Commission resigns

The Integrity Commission has announced the resignation of Roneiph Lawrence, director of corruption prosecution, effective March 31. In a news release, the commission says it is taking steps to…
Supporters of Cuban medical professionals participate in the ‘Gratitude Walk’ to show gratitude and appreciation to the Cuban people for their 50 years of medical support to the Jamaican people. The group walked from Hanover Street to Heroes Circle in
March 17, 2026

‘We Love Cuba’: gratitude walk by supporters draws crowd in Kingston

Supporters who turned out today for a “gratitude walk” in downtown Kingston to honour Cuban healthcare workers for 50 years of service say they remain hopeful that Jamaica can repair its relationship…
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March 17, 2026

17-y-o dies after vehicle plunges into Rio Cobre, two other teens rescued

Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) divers today recovered the body of a 17-year-old boy who went missing after the vehicle he was driving plunged into the Rio Cobre in St Catherine late Monday night. He…