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March 11, 2026
by Livern Barrett
Judge to rule on keeping witness’s evidence in murder case against cops
The judge in the trial of six policemen accused of murder has reserved her decision on whether she will allow the evidence of a key prosecution witness. The media has been barred from disclosing the…
March 10, 2026
Human Rights Watch details deaths and injuries of police drone attacks in Haiti
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Drones operated by Haitian security forces and private contractors have killed at least 1,243 people and injured 738 others, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday. Of those…
March 10, 2026
Several guns, ammunition and cash seized in major operation in Westmoreland
A multi-agency, intelligence-led operation conducted across several communities in Westmoreland today led to the seizure of illegal guns, imitation firearms, money, and the arrest of several persons. …
March 10, 2026
Florida woman charged in shooting at Rihanna’s Los Angeles home
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Florida woman accused of firing gunshots at Rihanna’s home in Los Angeles was charged Tuesday with one count of attempted murder and other felony offences including 10 counts of…
March 10, 2026
Gov’t going after ‘fair share’ of global digital economy with tax on digital services, says Finance Minister
Minister of Finance Fayval Williams has defended the Government’s decision to impose a tax on digital services, saying the revenue measure is aimed at ensuring that Jamaica gets its “fair share” of…
March 10, 2026
Finance Minister says strong NIR will buffer Jamaica against volatile oil prices
Jamaica’s Finance Minister Fayval Williams said the country’s Net International Reserves (NIR) of more than US$6 billion will act as a buffer against unstable oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in…
March 10, 2026
Williams: BOJ to launch website allowing Jamaicans to compare bank fees
Jamaicans are expected to find it easier to compare banking fees and switch accounts when a new comparison website is launched this year as part of financial sector reforms. Finance Minister Fayval…
March 10, 2026
Gov't proposes pension reform that could unlock $21 billion for private investment - Finance Minister
The Government is proposing to increase the limit on pension fund investments in private companies, a move expected to unlock more than $21 billion in additional capital for private sector and…
March 10, 2026
‘Not abnormal or suspicious’… Finance Minister responds to concerns raised by Fiscal Commissioner
Finance Minister Fayval Williams has responded to concerns raised by Fiscal Commissioner Courtney Williams that the Government’s nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projection and GDP deflator…