Political Ombudsman investigating eight complaints received since March

The Political Ombudsman says it is actively and carefully investigating eight complaints from political parties and advocacy groups since March as campaigning intensifies ahead of the general election. Details of the complaints were not provided....

Police move to diffuse political tension in sections of Corporate Area

The police are moving to diffuse political tension in parts of the Corporate Area, following the vandalism of campaign posters belonging to candidates from both major political parties. Assistant Commissioner of Police Michael Phipps, Commanding...

Area non-profit loads truckload of medical supplies for Ukraine, other countries

WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- Their name is officially Helping Hands: Jamaica-Kenya, but on Wednesday, their work was helping a different country. The non-profit, which started in 1996, had a number of volunteers helping to load a semi full of used...

New Road Traffic Act Fuels Push for Efficient Governance

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, says provisions in the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025, complement the Government’s broad goals of modernising and enforcing traffic management by enhancing...

Holness welcomes Jamaica's removal from EU high-risk list for anti-money laundering and terror financing

Jamaica has been removed from the European Union's list of high-risk third countries for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT). The European Parliament today supported a recommendation from the European Commission for...

St. Kitts and Nevis Advances Stronger Anti-Gang Legislation

by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—In a decisive move to strengthen its fight against gang violence the National Assembly today, July 24, 2025, passed the Gang (Prohibition and Prevention) (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Prime Minister Dr Terrance...

Law experience requirement was dropped to widen FID candidate pool, says Morris Dixon

Minister of Education, Youth, Skills and Information Senator Dana Morris Dixon speaking at a media briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister on Tuesday. (Photo: Joseph Wellington) INFORMATION Minister Senator Dana Morris Dixon has sought to...

A Maroon Farewell! Andre Russell bids emotional goodbye at Sabina Park

KINGSTON, JAMAICA — On a warm Tuesday night at Sabina Park, the curtain fell on one of the most electrifying and unforgettable careers in West Indies cricket history. Andre Russell, the towering Jamaican all-rounder whose name became synonymous...

Youth advocates back CARICOM plan for online safety law

WESTERN BUREAU: The Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network (JYAN) has thrown its support behind CARICOM’s move to create a regional model law on digital safety, while calling for urgent action, stiffer penalties for offenders, and the creation of a...

Executive used nonprofit agency credit card on Jamaica, Myrtle Beach trips, Amazon, warrant says

Former Kershaw County First Steps exec accused of embezzling for trips, Amazon buys IN TIME FOR NEWS TO GO, WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND YOUR WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH OUR PHOENIX LIVE...

Prime Minister Emphasises Need for Strengthened Regional Security

Prime Minister and Chair of CARICOM, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has underscored the urgent need for strengthened regional security, emphasising that economic integration through the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) cannot succeed...

Jamaica’s rising golfers eye first Caribbean crown

When the Jamaican delegation stepped onto the tarmac bound for the Caribbean Amateur Golf Championship (July 2–4), the energy was unmistakable. With only two newcomers among nine competitors, the island’s blend of rising talent and proven pedigree...

Politicians need to engage their brain

The almost daily abusive, nonsensical statements on our political platforms ahead of parliamentary elections remind us of an age-old Jamaican saying: “Not everything good fi eat good fi talk.” The simple translation being that some words and...

Jamaica Squash unveils hummingbird‑inspired logo and Junior CASA squad

Inside Kingston’s storied Liguanea Club, the organization formerly known as the Jamaica Squash Association raised the curtain on a sleek new chapter—literally. With a flourish, 13‑time All‑Jamaica champion Wayne Burrowes and current president...

FAST AND ‘FLURRIOUS’

Tyquendo Tracey (left) and Shane Pitter compete in the two-man bobsleigh event at the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation World Championship in Lake Placid, United States, in March. As Jamaica seeks to become a force in bobsleigh,...

Jamaicans, Filipinos top work permit holder list in BVI

in All News / By: BVI News on July 2, 2025 at 7:52 AM / Jamaica and the Philippines are the top two nationalities holding active work permits in the Virgin Islands, according to figures released by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley during a recent...

ST KITTS -FOREIGN AFFAIRS – St. Kitts and Nevis’ Foreign Minister is featured speaker at the Caribbean Investment Forum 2025 in Jamaica

Prime Minister Drew Participates in CARICOM Closing Press Conference alongside Chairman Hon. Andrew Holness

Montego Bay, Jamaica (PMO) —Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, joined CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Honourable Andrew Holness, for a highly informative press conference after the 49th...

Magnitude 3.6 earthquake felt in eastern Jamaica

The epicentre of Wednesday's earthquake was located in Portland (Photo: Earthquake Unit) July 9, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A magnitude 3.6 earthquake was felt in several parts of Jamaica Wednesday afternoon. The Earthquake Unit at the University of...

This popular Caribbean island is the safest for travelers

With so many stunning destinations in the Caribbean, it can be overwhelming to decide which one to visit. While travelers usually consider factors such as affordability, lodging options or things to do, safety is also often top of mind. From...