News
May 9, 2026
by Lester Hinds
Jamaica-born Rushell White confirmed as NYC school superintendent
Jamaica-born educator Dr Rushell White has been appointed a superintendent in the New York City public-school system.
New York City Schools Chancellor Karmar Samuels, a fellow Jamaican, announced…
May 9, 2026
Special hotel rates for diaspora conference participants who register early
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, is encouraging Jamaicans overseas, who plan to travel to the island for the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, to…
May 9, 2026
Legislation to be amended to make adoption easier
Amendments to Jamaica’s adoption laws and administrative changes at the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) will help make the adoption process less burdensome, says Education Minister…
May 9, 2026
by Gareth Davis Sr
MP Omar Newell pledges push for social enterprise legislation
St Mary Central Member of Parliament Omar Newell has announced plans to pursue social enterprise legislation in Parliament, saying Jamaica should formally recognise and support organisations combining…
May 9, 2026
NWC proposes meeting with St James community over water supply problems
The National Water Commission (NWC) says it will meet with residents of McGhie Top in Salt Spring, St James, as concerns persist over ongoing disruptions to water supply in the community.
The state…
May 9, 2026
by Olivia Brown
May 9, 2026
Young Spanish Town scholar overcomes odds with AFJ Support
Long before Kimone Martin became a Ralph and Ricky Lauren scholar, she was a shy girl in Spanish Town, learning the foundations of her future at her mother’s stall.
May 9, 2026
How you store produce can make it last longer
A few small changes to how you store fruits and vegetables can have big benefits for the planet, and your wallet.
From herbs that wilt in days to berries that seem to mould even faster, what we toss…
May 8, 2026
by Sashana Small
VIRAL CRIME - Conservationists call for crackdown on TikTok’s illegal trade in endangered species
Concerns are growing over the use of social media platform TikTok as a marketplace for the sale of endangered Jamaican species, with conservation biologist Damion Whyte urging the authorities to make…