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Greenland's Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen holds a press conference in Nuuk, Greenland on January 5, 2026.
January 6, 2026

European leaders push back on Trump's comments about a US takeover of Greenland

Several European leaders pushed back Tuesday on United States President Donald Trump’s comments seeking an American takeover of Greenland. The island is a self-governing territory of the kingdom of…
The PNP said it remains committed to the principles of self-determination and a nation’s autonomy over its natural resources, while encouraging adherence to democratic norms and the protection of human rights.
January 6, 2026

PNP calls on Gov't to 'unequivocally support' rule of law after US captures Maduro

The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) is urging the Jamaican government “to stand up for and unequivocally support” long-standing principles of international law following the capture of…
Newly appointed Director of Public Prosecutions of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Jeremy Taylor, KC.
January 6, 2026

Jamaica's Jeremy Taylor appointed TCI's chief prosecutor

Jeremy Taylor, one of Jamaica's most senior prosecutors, has been appointed Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) of the Turks and Caicos Islands. A DPP is responsible for deciding whether…
The individuals listed are required to report to the Black River Criminal Investigations Branch on January 6, 2026.
January 6, 2026

St Elizabeth police seek suspects and persons of interest in multiple murder investigations

The St Elizabeth police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating six individuals wanted or listed as persons of interest in ongoing criminal investigations across the parish. Wanted: 1.…
INDECOM Deputy Commissioner Yanique Taylor-Wellington has expressed concern about the pattern but stressed that the state oversight body will conduct objective investigations.
January 6, 2026

INDECOM alarmed as 12 killed by security forces in first five days of 2026

The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has described the start of 2026 as “troubling” after twelve people were shot and killed by members of Jamaica’s security forces within the year’s…
P. Falasha Harrison
January 6, 2026

From teenage mother to boardroom strategist

Success stories often begin with privilege. P. Falasha Harrison’s began with prayer, perseverance, and an unshakeable belief that her life was meant for more. Today she is a visionary leader, a…
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr. (second right), greets farm worker, André Ellis, during a send-off ceremony for seasonal agricultural workers to Canada, held at the Ministry’s Overseas Employment Centre on East Street in down
January 6, 2026

Gov’t to safeguard integrity of overseas employment programme

The Government will be taking steps to preserve the integrity of the Overseas Employment Programme. This was disclosed by Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr., who noted that…
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January 6, 2026

Driver’s licence validation system temporary unavailability – TAJ

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reporting that the system used to validate driver’s licences is currently offline. As a result, several related services are temporarily unavailable, both online…
His court date is being finalised.
January 6, 2026

Man arrested in probe into New Year’s Day gun salute injury of teen girl in Portmore

A man whom the police say is a suspect in the case of a teenage girl who was shot during a gun salute incident on New Year’s Day in Portmore, St Catherine was arrested today and a firearm was seized. …