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10 Jun, 2026 0

Gov’t to unveil study on impact of social media, eyes restrictions for children under 16 - Tufton

The Government is looking to engage Jamaicans in a national discussion on imposing a ban on social media access for children under the age of 16, Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton has revealed.
10 Jun, 2026 0

KSAMC increases divisional allocations to $13 million

The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has announced that provisions under the Divisional Allocation Fund (DAF) will be increased from $10 million to $13 million for each urban…
10 Jun, 2026 0

Hugh Hart remembered as nation builder with a legacy of leadership and service at Official Funeral

Late attorney and businessman Hugh Hart was today remembered as a nation builder and a man distinguished by his intellect, loyalty, and relentless discipline.
10 Jun, 2026 0

Tufton: Nine travellers under Ebola precautionary self-quarantine; Ja remains disease-free

Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton on Wednesday indicated that nine travellers with recent travel histories linked to countries impacted by the Ebola outbreak are under mandatory…
10 Jun, 2026 0

St Elizabeth man charged for allegedly smuggling US$270,000 hidden in soap boxes

A St Elizabeth businessman has been arrested and charged for allegedly attempting to smuggle more than US$270,000 hidden inside boxes of bath soap in his luggage at Sangster International Airport in…
10 Jun, 2026 0

Petrojam adjusts pricing mechanism for diesel and ULSD, higher prices expected

Motorists who use automotive diesel oil and ultra-low-sulphur diesel are set to see a significant increase in prices at the pump as Petrojam has announced changes to its pricing mechanism for those…
10 Jun, 2026 0

Gas prices down, big jump in diesel and ULSD

Motorists will pay less for gas on Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move down by $0.25 to sell for $193.63 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go down by $0.25 to…
09 Jun, 2026 0

Two killed, two injured in Waterford gun attack

Four people were shot, two fatally, in a gun attack in Waterford, Portmore, St Catherine, on Monday night.