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August 12, 2026
Patterson calls For Global South unity
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson has called for the abandonment of “separatism and division” by the Global South, urging its nations to unite in defence of a fairer global order. The former prime…
August 12, 2026
Suspect in brawl at 'Zimi Seh Beach Party' in custody, to face ID parade
A man who the police suspect was involved in a brawl at the Zimi Seh Beach Party at Puerto Seco Beach in Discovery Bay, St Ann, on Sunday is to face an identification parade today, his attorney has…
August 12, 2026
Two charged over seizure of 200 rounds of ammunition in St James
The police have charged the two persons who were detained following the seizure of 200 rounds of ammunition during an operation along Fairfield Road in St James. Thirty-two-year-old Jermaine Graham,…
August 12, 2026
Labour Ministry steps in to assist Coopers Pen, Trelawny families after homes demolished
The Ministry of Labour and Social Security says it is providing support to families affected by the demolition of homes in Coopers Pen, Trelawny on Tuesday. The Ministry said in a statement on…
August 12, 2026
St Ann man charged with arson after setting fire to house during dispute
A 28-year-old Windsor, St Ann, man has been charged with setting the house of a man on fire during a dispute. Charged with arson is David Humes. Humes is also charged with unauthorised possession…
August 12, 2026
Four killed in two separate crashes as road fatalities near 200
Four people have been killed in two separate motor vehicle crashes in Manchester and St Ann between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, pushing Jamaica’s road fatalities to just one short of 200…
August 11, 2026
by Karen Madden
Water lockdown - Drought triggers ban by NWC as conditions expected to continue into September or October
Several parishes will be under water prohibition orders as of this week. The National Water Commission (NWC) announced yesterday that it will issue a water prohibition notice tomorrow, with…
August 11, 2026
by Janet Silvera
‘School will not be the same’ - Little London Primary mourns slain teacher Andre James
WESTERN BUREAU: The murder of schoolteacher Andre James has rattled the Little London Infant and Primary School community as it mourns one of its most dedicated educators. James, 39, was found dead at…
August 11, 2026
Senate President Tavares-Finson raises concerns over allegations of CCJ panel manipulation
Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson is expressing concern over allegations surrounding the operations of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), warning that the claims could have serious implications…