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January 21, 2026

St James policeman accidentally shoots himself

A St James policeman has been hospitalised after accidentally shooting himself on Tuesday. The police report about 3:10 p.m., the district constable was at an establishment when, while handling his…
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January 21, 2026

Three arrested by MOCA over ‘elaborate’ multimillion-dollar fraud against several financial institutions

The Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) is reporting that it has arrested three suspects - a man and two women - in connection with a multimillion-dollar fraud investigation…
“Property markets depend on trust in the rule of law. If you’re building a house, buying land or financing a development, you need courts that are stable and predictable. That matters far more than constitutional symbolism.”: Dean Jones, founder of J
January 21, 2026

Earthquake reminder brings building standards and risky development back into focus

A minor earthquake felt across sections of St Andrew recently has renewed attention on how and where Jamaicans build, as authorities again underline the importance of enforcing national construction…
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January 21, 2026

Canadian man drowns in Negril after boat overturns at sea

A Canadian man drowned yesterday after the boat on which he was travelling off the coast of Negril, Westmoreland, was reportedly hit by a large wave, causing the vessel to overturn. The deceased has…
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January 21, 2026

Vegetable prices drop sharply as farmers drive rapid post-hurricane recovery - Green

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green is reporting that consumers across Jamaica are now benefiting from significant reductions in vegetable prices, with market data confirming cuts ranging from 14 per…
He is to go to court on March 23.
January 21, 2026

Man charged for home invasion, machete attack in Stony Hill

A man who was among persons who broke into a house in Stony Hill, St Andrew and attacked the occupant with machetes has been arrested and charged. He is 40-year-old construction worker Abraham Brown,…
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January 21, 2026

Water rationing for some St Thomas communities

National Water Commission (NWC) customers in Botany Bay, Pamphret, Creighton Hall, and surrounding areas in St Thomas are advised that their water supply will be regulated. The areas of White Horses,…
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro speaks at a ceremony marking the ninth anniversary of the signing of a peace deal between the state and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), in Bogota, Colombia, Wednesday, November 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Ferna
January 21, 2026

Colombia slashes wages for legislators as public spending balloons ahead of election

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s president on Tuesday reduced wages for members of Congress by approximately 30%, as the South American nation faces a budget crunch and gets ready to hold elections…
Immaculate coach, Franz Forde.
January 21, 2026 by Robert Bailey

Wolves coach happy with progress ahead of Champs

Head coach of the Immaculate Conception High School track and field team Franz Forde says his athletes are beginning to hit their stride as they continue preparations for this year’s ISSA/GraceKennedy…