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December 9, 2025
Rush on gas stations, ATMs and supermarkets in Ocho Rios
The typical post-hurricane rush on business places was evident in Ocho Rios, St Ann on Sunday, as residents flocked to gas stations, ATMs, and supermarkets. Motorists swarmed gas stations, with…
December 9, 2025
Kenyan landslide death toll rises to 26 as flash floods hamper search for survivors
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The death toll from a deadly landslide in western Kenya has risen to 26 after four more bodies were retrieved on Sunday, shortly before rescue efforts to find survivors were…
December 9, 2025
Rising underground water floods section of Content in Williamsfield, Manchester
Rising water levels have flooded some homes in a section of Content in Williamsfield, Manchester and have left parts of the main road impassable. The underground water is believed to be associated…
December 9, 2025
by Lester Hinds
Recovery, donation task forces set up to get tourism back on track after Melissa
Following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, which has caused widespread destruction across western Jamaica, high-level recovery and donation task forces for the tourism sector have been established by…
December 9, 2025
ROJ organises first phase of national hurricane recovery initiative
In the aftermath of the catastrophic Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica continues to confront the widespread destruction that has displaced families, damaged critical infrastructure and left…
December 9, 2025
JN Bank, JN Money roll out waivers, discounts to customers for Melissa recovery
Beyond the on-the-ground humanitarian efforts being provided through its JN Foundation and Jamaica Automobile Association, the JN Group is channelling direct support to its members- providing…
December 9, 2025
... Foundation strengthens humanitarian response for Melissa recovery
As the devastating picture of the widespread damage and destruction wrought by Hurricane Melissa continues to unfold, especially across western parishes, the JN Group has deepened humanitarian support…
December 9, 2025
SIA landing, parking fees suspended for Hurricane Melissa relief supplies
With limited commercial flight operations resuming on Saturday, MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ), operators of Sangster International Airport (SIA), has opted to waive all landing and parking fees for…
December 9, 2025
by Sashana Small
Trelawny yam farmers face ruin after Melissa
A distraught Cynthia Watt stood with arms outstretched, mourning the ruins of her once-thriving yam farms surrounding her home in Lorrimers, Trelawny. The 73-year-old farmer’s property was among many…