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Former First Lady Michelle Obama speaks about her new book ‘The Look’.
December 9, 2025

Michelle Obama explains her iconic fashion picks in a new book, ‘The Look’

WASHINGTON (AP): On any day during her eight years as first lady of the United States, Michelle Obama said she could go from giving a speech to meeting with a counterpart from another country to…
At Siam Niramit Phuket, Henry experienced a beautiful showcase of Thai heritage and artistry, from graceful traditional dances to captivating storytelling that brought centuries of culture to life, all dolled up in Dermoth Williams Couture.
December 9, 2025

Thai magic and Jamaican pride

Since leaving for Thailand last Tuesday, Dr Gabrielle Henry, Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, has been proudly waving the Jamaican flag and embracing the culture and adventures that come with representing…
From left: Miles Mitchell Murphy, Christian Murphy, Eric Murphy, Paige Butcher, Eddie Murphy, Bella Murphy, Shayne Audra Murphy, Zola Ivy Murphy and Bria Murphy arrive at the premiere of ‘Being Eddie’ on Wednesday at Netflix Tudum Theater in Los Angele
December 9, 2025

Something Extra | Friday

Eddie Murphy’s friends and family turned out in full support for the premiere of Being Eddie on Wednesday at the Netflix Tudum Theater in Los Angeles. The documentary, now streaming on Netflix, offers…
Singing sensation Alaine is set to perform at the upcoming I Love Jamaica telethon on November 23.
December 9, 2025 by Yasmine Peru

Chronixx’s ‘Resilient’ uplifts Alaine; ready for I Love Jamaica telethon

Singing sensation Alaine is one of the artistes who will be performing on the I Love Jamaica telethon on Sunday, November 23, to raise funds to assist those who have been affected by Hurricane…
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr Dana Morris Dixon.
December 9, 2025

'Not acceptable' - Education minister displeased schools repaired after Hurricane Beryl again damaged

Education Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon has raised questions regarding the quality of repairs done to some schools following the passage of Hurricane Beryl last year, saying it is "not…
Matthew Samuda, Minister of Water Climate Change.
December 9, 2025

Cost to NWC from Hurricane Melissa to top $10 billion

The financial impact of Hurricane Melissa on the operations of the National Water Commission (NWC) is expected to exceed $10 billion, the Government has disclosed. The NWC, which is owned by the…
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December 9, 2025

Hurricane Melissa triggers US$81m insurance payout for damage to Flow network

Liberty Latin America expects to recover US$81 million in insurance payouts for hurricane damage to Flow Jamaica’s network. Restoration of the network continues post-Melissa, the pace of which is…
Hurricane Melissa dismantles several homes in eastern Westmoreland.
December 9, 2025 by Paul H. Williams

Melissa yanks the covers

It is said that a wise man builds his house on the rock, and a foolish man builds his upon the sands. For, in the event of a storm, the house on the rock will stand, but the house on the sand will…
December 9, 2025

Update | Businessman murdered in Guy's Hill identified

The police have identified a businessman who was killed on Wednesday night by gunmen who were reportedly later fatally shot by cops in St Catherine. He is Horace Crossman, otherwise called…