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December 9, 2025
Transport operators overcharging passengers since Hurricane Melissa warned to stop, could lose road licences
The Transport Authority says public passenger vehicle operators (PPV) who have raised their fares since the passage of Hurricane Melissa should discontinue doing so immediately, as the practise is…
December 9, 2025
Basil Jarrett | The need for a strong volunteer army
IT PAINS me, no, shames me to say this, but prior to the events of October 28, I had never heard of the Council of Volunteer and Support Services (CVSS). I know. I’m utterly embarrassed to admit this.…
December 9, 2025
NHF providing mobile pharmacy services in parishes hit hard by Melissa
The National Health Fund (NHF) says it has rolled out mobile pharmacy services to three of the most affected parishes in Western Jamaica amid Hurricane Melissa. The NHF says the mobile service was…
December 9, 2025
Some courts closed today as judiciary embarks on clean-up and relief exercise at Western courts
The Court Administration Division is advising that a clean-up and relief exercise is being undertaken at courts in western parishes that are affected by Hurricane Melissa. The division says teams…
December 9, 2025
Democrat Zohran Mamdani is elected New York City mayor
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has become the city's first Muslim mayor and its youngest in generations. The 34-year-old state lawmaker harnessed enthusiasm and social media savvy to…
December 9, 2025
by Kareem LaTouche
Ford Ranger vs GWM P Series in the Jamaican market
Jamaica’s pickup segment is witnessing a fascinating battle, pitting a well-established global player against a compelling new contender from the East. The Ford Ranger, leveraging its decades of…
December 9, 2025
Customisation options for the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota has explicitly engineered their new Land Cruiser FJ to be an adaptable platform, encouraging owners to tailor the vehicle to their own unique adventure and lifestyle requirements. Exterior…
December 9, 2025
by Kareem LaTouche
Mazda CX-60 vs Hyundai Santa Fe
The competitive SUV segment continues to offer Jamaican drivers a difficult choice between luxury-leaning refinement and family-focused utility. Two contenders, the Mazda CX-60 and the latest Hyundai…
December 9, 2025
The Netherlands, EU deliver another shipment of vital relief supplies after Melissa
The European Union (EU), The Netherlands and international partners have delivered an additional shipment of emergency relief supplies to support Jamaica’s recovery, following the devastation caused…