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February 23, 2026
Holness announces formal establishment of Ministry of Defence
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced the formal establishment of a Ministry of Defence to boost Jamaica's disaster response and ensure the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) has “stronger…
February 23, 2026
BOJ cuts policy rate to 5.50% as inflation outlook improves
The Bank of Jamaica’s (BOJ) has reduced its policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 per cent per annum, effective February 24, citing a more favourable inflation outlook than previously anticipated. …
February 23, 2026
Gov’t senator highlights sexual and reproductive health benefits of sugary drink tax
Government Senator and medical doctor Elon Thompson is publicly endorsing the proposal to tax sugary beverages, noting the potential benefits for sexual and reproductive wellness. While public debate…
February 23, 2026
JFJ says it will not be 'intimidated' after Chang’s 'blood money' remark
Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) says it will not be “slandered or intimidated” and is seeking legal advice after National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang accused it of “living off blood money” during a…
February 23, 2026
Police: Three women facing charges after Westmoreland gas station fight leaves one severely burned
Three women are facing criminal charges following a violent altercation at a gas station in Whithorn, Westmoreland that left one with severe burns last week, the police say. Statements have been…
February 23, 2026
New York City remains under state of emergency during massive snowstorm
A massive snowstorm pummelled the northeast United States from Maryland to Maine on Monday, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong winds and blizzard warnings, transportation shutdowns,…
February 23, 2026
Medical Association of Jamaica welcomes SCT on sugar-sweetened beverages
The Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ) has welcomed the move to impose a Special Consumption Tax (SCT) on non-alcoholic beverages containing added sugar or other caloric sweeteners, calling it a…
February 23, 2026
Trump threatens countries to abide by tariff deals despite Supreme Court decision
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened countries around the world to abide by any tariff deals they agreed to, despite the United States Supreme Court striking down many of his far-reaching taxes…
February 23, 2026
Rene L. Lambert | The psychological and social history of Jamaica and African Americans in America
Study a country's customs and it will tell you so much about its people and its cultural norms. Examine its history and it will tell you a lot about its past, its current state and the intended…