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29 May, 2026 0

Sexual assault survivor champions national trauma healing effort 

At three, Shanecia Stewart was sexually abused by a neighbour in the tenement yard where she lived with her parents - a profound breach of trust. Fourteen years later, she would, for the first time,…
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29 May, 2026 0

Hanover police targeting domestic violence

With domestic violence becoming an increasing concern for the Hanover police, authorities have launched a public- sensitisation campaign using reactivated Neighbourhood Watch groups to help…
29 May, 2026 0

Court clears lawyer Isat Buchanan of misconduct, says GLC disciplinary committee breached natural justice

The Court of Appeal has overturned a finding of professional misconduct against attorney-at-law and Portland Eastern Member of Parliament Isat Buchanan, which arose from comments he made about the…
29 May, 2026 0

Red Cross delivers $21m hurricane relief to Trelawny families

The Trelawny branch of the International Red Cross has coordinated the distribution of $21 million in Hurricane Melissa relief assistance to 300 families in northern Trelawny.
29 May, 2026 0

FLA loses bid to get copy of unpublished Integrity Commission report but gets permission to appeal

The Supreme Court has dismissed an application by the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) seeking disclosure of an unpublished Integrity Commission investigation report into alleged corruption and…
29 May, 2026 0

PNP calls on Jamaican gov't to lead Caribbean push for dialogue on Cuba crisis

The People’s National Party (PNP) is urging the Jamaican Government and other Caribbean Community (CARICOM) states to adopt a coordinated regional position on Cuba amid mounting concern over worsening…
29 May, 2026 0

American man jailed for selling personal information of elderly to Jamaican scammers

A North Carolina man has been sentenced to just over 10 years in prison in the United States after being convicted of running a seven-year scheme in which he victimised millions of elderly Americans…
29 May, 2026 0

Rush Sports and TVJ exclusive broadcasters of FIFA World Cup in Ja, warn against unauthorised broadcasts

Caribbean Premier Sports Ltd (CPSL), operators of RUSH Sports, and Television Jamaica (TVJ) are advising the public, commercial establishments, promoters, advertisers, and event organisers that RUSH…
29 May, 2026 0

Section of Lacovia to Holland Bamboo roadway to be closed on Sunday

Motorists are being advised by the National Works Agency (NWA) that a section of the Lacovia to Holland Bamboo main road in St Elizabeth will be closed on Sunday to undertake repairs.