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January 7, 2026
World Athletics gives J$16 Million to support hurricane-affected athletes
World Athletics will donate US$100,000 (approximately J$16 million) to the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) to assist members of the track and field community affected by Hurricane…
January 7, 2026
Janiel McEwan | Jamaica’s path into 2026: resilience proven, progress pending
As Jamaica awakens to the first days of 2026, the country carries the unmistakable marks of a year that demanded much and gave back hard truths in return. 2025 offered no dramatic turning points or…
January 7, 2026
US seizes 2 sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela
(AP) — The United States has seized two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela in back-to-back actions in the North Atlantic and the Caribbean, officials said Wednesday. The tanker’s seizure…
January 7, 2026
Update | Man wanted in St Elizabeth murder case surrenders
The St Elizabeth police say two of the individuals previously named in ongoing investigations have turned themselves in, while several others remain wanted or listed as persons of interest. Shane…
January 7, 2026
‘Don’t take flu lightly’ - Health ministry encourages vaccination amid peak season
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is reminding the public that the influenza (flu) vaccine is available free of cost at health centres across Jamaica. This forms part of ongoing efforts to protect…
January 7, 2026
by Corey Robinson
UPDATED: 4-y-o among 14 killed in police shooting incidents in first days of 2026
A four-year-old child is among 14 persons shot and killed in incidents involving the police during the first six days of the new year, sparking concerns from the Independent Commission of…
January 7, 2026
Treasure Beach want to halt the slide
Treasure Beach will attempt to halt a three-match losing skid in the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) when they take on a tough Dunbeholden team in a rescheduled match at STETHS Sports Complex, this…
January 7, 2026
by Gregory Bryce
All-Manning, All-daCosta teams announced
With the postseason of the ISSA schoolboy football competitions set to get under way this week, the squads for the All-Manning Cup and the All-daCosta teams have been announced. The two teams will…
January 7, 2026
by Edmond Campbell
Union rep chides regional health bodies for using workers’ deductions for other business
Trade unionist Senator Lambert Brown has condemned the practice by some regional health authorities of diverting employees’ deductions – intended for standing order obligations – to other uses such as…