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April 17, 2026
Two more charged by MOCA in $80 million NCB phishing scam
The Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) is reporting that it has arrested and charged two more persons in connection with its ongoing investigation into an $80 million phishing…
April 17, 2026
PNP: Ernie Smith’s music captured the Jamaican spirit
The People’s National Party (PNP) is mourning the passing of singer-songwriter Ernie Smith, hailing him as a gifted creative whose music helped define a generation and capture the everyday spirit of…
April 17, 2026
St Thomas truckers adopting proper load-transport practises
Truck drivers travelling along the main thoroughfare in St.Thomas, particularly on the Morant Bay to Kingston route, are demonstrating improved compliance with proper load transport practices, thereby…
April 17, 2026
William Garriott | Why the future of marijuana legalisation in the US remains hazy despite high public support
Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or "4/20" – the most important day of the year for cannabis enthusiasts. But this year, a cloud of uncertainty will hang over…
April 17, 2026
Electricity provider in Dominica increases fuel surcharge for customers
ROSEAU, Dominica, CMC – The Dominica Electricity Services Limited (DOMLEC) has announced an increase in its fuel surcharge for customers, saying that several factors have contributed to the hike. …
April 17, 2026
Trump and Iranian foreign minister say Strait of Hormuz is fully open
BEIRUT (AP) — United States President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open to commercial vessels, as a 10-day truce in Lebanon appeared to…
April 17, 2026
Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange hails legacy of reggae singer Ernie Smith
Minister of Culture and Entertainment Olivia Grange has paid tribute to iconic reggae singer-songwriter Ernie Smith, saying his voice will resound in hearts and memories forever. Smith, 80, passed…
April 17, 2026
Kingston Western police seize 33 rounds of ammunition during operation
Lawmen assigned to the Kingston Western Police Division have seized 33 rounds of ammunition during a targeted operation on Upper Second Street in the area on Wednesday night. The police report that…
April 17, 2026
by Yasmine Peru
Ernie Smith has died
The music fraternity is mourning the passing of legendary singer, Ernie Smith, who died on Thursday evening at a hospital in Florida. He was 80 years old. “He’s gone, he’s no longer with us,” his…