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23 Jul, 2026 0

Sovereignty needs to be accountable

THE EDITOR, Madam: The Police Civilian Oversight Authority’s (PCOA’s) findings on nine Area 3 lock-ups should disturb everyone who believes that punishment must remain subject to human dignity. Only…
The category is ‘body-ody’ for bikini athlete and transformational fitness coach Dianne O. Brown.
23 Jul, 2026 0

Something Extra | Thursday

Brunch came with a dose of style and fun as the Appleton Estate-sponsored Zimi Seh Brunch drew patrons to Plantation Cove in St Ann on Sunday. Dressed to impress, guests turned heads in their best…
22 Jul, 2026 0

CARPHA sets up lab in Kingston

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, has welcomed the establishment of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Regional Reference Referral…
22 Jul, 2026 0

Demand for critical minerals fuels conflict but could help resource-rich nations, says WTO

UNITED NATIONS (AP) – Surging global demand for critical minerals should be "a once-in-a-lifetime chance" for resource-rich countries in Africa and elsewhere to harness wealth and improve…
22 Jul, 2026 0

Over 500 Hurricane Melissa-damaged roofs repaired under phase one of gov’t-led programme

Director General at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Commander Alvin Gayle, says 507 roofs that were impacted by Hurricane Melissa have been repaired under Phase I…
22 Jul, 2026 0

New Mediation Act will be game changer in how community disputes are resolved: Justice Minister

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Delroy Chuck, believes the new Mediation Act and the first comprehensive national policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) will be game changers…
22 Jul, 2026 0

Trelawny Infirmary residents to move into retrofitted container homes this month

The six containerised houses being retrofitted to accommodate residents of the Trelawny Infirmary are expected to be ready for occupancy by the end of this month.
22 Jul, 2026 0

Gas prices up

Motorists will pay more for gas come Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move up by $3.06 to sell for $204.40 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go up by $4.50 to…
22 Jul, 2026 0

Capacity crisis at Bellevue sparks calls for expansion, specialised police training

Fresh concerns are being raised about Jamaica's mental healthcare system, with Councillor Jesse James Clarke warning that Bellevue Hospital has reached its capacity and can no longer adequately…