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July 22, 2026
Demand for critical minerals fuels conflict but could help resource-rich nations, says WTO
UNITED NATIONS (AP) – Surging global demand for critical minerals should be "a once-in-a-lifetime chance" for resource-rich countries in Africa and elsewhere to harness wealth and improve…
July 22, 2026
Over 500 Hurricane Melissa-damaged roofs repaired under phase one of gov’t-led programme
Director General at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Commander Alvin Gayle, says 507 roofs that were impacted by Hurricane Melissa have been repaired under Phase I…
July 22, 2026
New Mediation Act will be game changer in how community disputes are resolved: Justice Minister
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Delroy Chuck, believes the new Mediation Act and the first comprehensive national policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) will be game changers…
July 22, 2026
by Leon Jackson
Trelawny Infirmary residents to move into retrofitted container homes this month
The six containerised houses being retrofitted to accommodate residents of the Trelawny Infirmary are expected to be ready for occupancy by the end of this month.
July 22, 2026
Gas prices up
Motorists will pay more for gas come Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move up by $3.06 to sell for $204.40 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go up by $4.50 to…
July 22, 2026
by Corey Robinson
Capacity crisis at Bellevue sparks calls for expansion, specialised police training
Fresh concerns are being raised about Jamaica's mental healthcare system, with Councillor Jesse James Clarke warning that Bellevue Hospital has reached its capacity and can no longer adequately…
July 22, 2026
Trelawny father devastated after rape and murder of 10-y-o daughter
Ashton Coke, the father of 10-year-old Shani Coke, who was raped and murdered in Tyre district near Troy, Trelawny on Tuesday, has been left devastated and heartbroken by the death of his daughter.
July 22, 2026
PNP: Cuthbert-Flynn must tell public if she is under Integrity Commission investigation
The Opposition People's National Party (PNP) wants Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace and Member of Parliament for St Andrew West Rural, Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, to…
July 22, 2026
CPFSA horrified by rape and murder of 10-y-o girl in Trelawny
The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) says it is horrified and deeply saddened by the rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Troy, Trelawny, on Tuesday.