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15 Jun, 2026 0

Rabbi Yaakov Raskin | The rabbi who refused to give up on anyone

A suicidal teenager was about to end it all. Overwhelmed by the world’s problems, he was depressed and felt like life had no meaning. He had been in and out of psychiatric hospitals when his friend…
15 Jun, 2026 0

Pope Leo issues impassioned plea to recognise the dignity of migrants

ARGUINEGUÍN, Spain (AP) — Pope Leo XIV travelled to a once-notorious epicentre of the European migration debate on Thursday, challenging countries to uphold migrants’ rights while shaming those…
15 Jun, 2026 0

43 rounds of ammunition seized in St Andrew police operation

The St Andrew Central police are reporting the seizure of 43 rounds of ammunition during an operation conducted across several areas within the division.
15 Jun, 2026 0

NWC regulating water for some customers served by Constant Spring facility

The National Water Commission (NWC) says it has implemented a regulated water supply schedule for some customers served by the Constant Spring Water Treatment Facility in St Andrew as it works to…
15 Jun, 2026 0

New department to investigate public health complaints

A new department has been established within the Ministry of Health and Wellness to independently investigate complaints about service quality and other challenges within the public health system.
15 Jun, 2026 0

Opposition wants urgent action as KPH air-conditioning issues again impacting surgeries

Opposition Spokesman on Health and Wellness Dr Alfred Dawes is calling for decisive action to address recurring infrastructure issues at Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) amid disruptions to surgeries.
15 Jun, 2026 0

Not missing: JCF debunks false social media claim about nine-year-old girl

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is urging members of the public to stop circulating a photograph and message on social media claiming that nine-year-old Adonai Thomas is missing.
15 Jun, 2026 0

Diaspora Conference | Seiveright urges diaspora to move beyond remittances

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright, is urging Jamaicans overseas to move beyond remittances and secure ownership stakes in Jamaica's rapidly…
15 Jun, 2026 0

Diaspora Conference | Hurricane-damaged schools to be rebuilt stronger, says Morris Dixon

Jamaica's education system has emerged as a model of resilience following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, with all schools reopening within 90 days despite widespread damage,…