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December 19, 2025
Jamaica sees ‘major signal’ in US move to reclassify marijuana, says Seiveright”
Jamaica is monitoring the United States government’s decision to fast-track the reclassification of marijuana, a move described by Senator Delano Seiveright as a “major signal in the direction of…
December 19, 2025
Fisherman found dead in St Ann
The St Ann police are investigating the death of a fisherman who was found on a reef line in the parish on Thursday. The deceased has been identified as 31-year-old Darran Grant of Roaring River…
December 19, 2025
Holness urges greater private sector role in Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts
Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness, is encouraging greater private-sector participation in the national recovery effort following Hurricane Melissa. He made the call while speaking during Thursday’s…
December 19, 2025
Falmouth’s Water Square to welcome vendors for holiday Grand Market
The ban on vending in Water Square in Falmouth, Trelawny will be temporarily lifted between December 24 and 28, 2025, Councillor Garth Wilkinson of the Falmouth Division has announced. “The…
December 19, 2025
Manchester man shot dead in alleged police confrontation
Manchester resident Omer 'John Crow' Campbell was shot and killed in an alleged confrontation with police in Porus, Manchester, on Thursday. Police reported that an illegal firearm and…
December 19, 2025
Paris court rejects bid to suspend Shein platform in France
PARIS (AP) — A Paris court on Friday rejected a government request to suspend Chinese fast-fashion platform Shein in France after authorities found illegal weapons and child-like sex dolls for sale on…
December 19, 2025
BOJ says its actively monitoring issues impacting bank transfers
The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) says it is aware that some banking entities have been experiencing challenges with crediting some of their customers’ accounts. The BOJ, in a statement on Friday, said that…
December 19, 2025
New and expectant mothers in Hanover receive health checks, psychosocial support
The Ministry of Health & Wellness took its maternal outreach to the Ramble Health Centre in Hanover on Thursday, where new and expectant mothers received health checks and psychosocial support to…
December 19, 2025
JFB appeals to householders to be very careful when using extension cords
The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is appealing to householders to be very careful when using extension cords and electrical devices, warning that improper use can lead to overheating and fires. Speaking…