Lead Stories
July 29, 2026
ONLINE SHIELD - Study finds widespread support for regulating social media use by minors
One in every four Jamaican caregivers says children under their supervision have experienced sexual exposure or grooming attempts linked to social media use. The finding formed part of a national…
July 29, 2026
Donor data row
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is scrambling to assuage donors and international partners who contributed more than $1.4 billion to the SupportJamaica.gov.jm…
July 29, 2026
by Janet Silvera
Anglican Church packs out for Caribbean ‘debut’ of Bob Marley Mass
WESTERN BUREAU: As Rita Marley celebrated her 80th birthday in Montego Bay, St James, on Sunday, an Anglican church in Barbados drew an overflowing congregation for what organisers described as the…
July 29, 2026
by Corey Robinson
Police deny hijacking event permit process
The Opposition has accused the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) of usurping the role of municipal corporations (MCs) by effectively deciding which entertainment events receive permits, depriving…
July 29, 2026
Auditor general awaits proof of $34m in supplies delivered to JDF
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is still yet to submit signed documents to the auditor general confirming that the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) received $34 million…
August 1, 2026
Rooted in agriculture, growing in science
When Monique Holding chose agricultural science in high school, she was not choosing between practical skills and academic achievement. Unknowingly, she was preparing herself for both. Today, the…
July 28, 2026
by Andre Williams
EX-COP ARRESTED AT AIRPORT
The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) says it will this week provide a comprehensive account of the circumstances surrounding the arrest and murder charge laid against former…
July 28, 2026
by Edmond Campbell
Blood shortage forces choices between patients, says NBTS chief
A senior health official is warning that critically low blood supplies at the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) are putting lives at risk, with current stocks at just half the level needed to…
July 28, 2026
by Tanesha Mundle
Former constable loses JCF fight - Privy Council tosses appeal for reinstatement
Former police Constable Joel Lewis was left disappointed after the Privy Council ruled that his challenge to the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s refusal to re-enlist him three years ago raised no…