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August 6, 2026
Leaders call for unity, resilience, and nation-building as Jamaica marks 64 years
As Jamaica marks its 64th anniversary of Independence today, citizens are being urged by the country’s leaders to embrace resilience, unity and a renewed commitment to nation-building. In their…
August 6, 2026
Puerto Rican cities hit with water rationing measures as record dry conditions persist
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico will implement water rationing measures in San Juan and other major cities as a drought grips the US territory with no relief in sight. More than 180,000…
August 6, 2026
Posthumous Order of Distinction honours Stranger Cole's musical legacy
Nine members of Jamaica's entertainment industry are among the 140 Jamaicans conferred with National Honours and Awards this year, with pioneering ska, rocksteady, and reggae singer Stranger Cole…
August 6, 2026
by Raymond Graham
Jamaica miss first medal chance at World U20 Champs
Like they did two years ago, Jamaica had to settle for fourth place in the mixed 4x400m relay, the final event on Wednesday's opening day of the World Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon. In…
August 6, 2026
by Edmond Campbell
Honour for a lifesaver - Blood donations hero Sonya Maria Binns-Lawrence recognised for meritorious service
Jamaica’s all-time leading blood donor, Sonya Maria Binns-Lawrence, has been recognised with the Badge of Honour for Meritorious Service for her contribution to the field of health and wellness.…
August 6, 2026
by Livingston Scott
Young Reggae Boyz suffer heartbreak
Jamaica’s young Reggae Boyz failed to secure a place at the 2027 FIFA Under-20 World Cup after falling 3-1 to Canada in their Concacaf Under-20 Championship quarter-final in Puebla, Mexico, yesterday.…
August 6, 2026
140 for national honours
Outgoing Bank of Jamaica Governor Richard Byles is among seven Jamaicans who have been appointed to the Order of Jamaica (OJ) and will join 139 other nationals journeying to King’s House in October…
August 6, 2026
by Robert Bailey
‘You can’t go back to Jamaica without nothing’ - Wilson says Commonwealth bronze more important given health struggles
National 400m hurdles champion Assinie Wilson says his bronze-medal-winning performance at this month’s Commonwealth Games Championships has given his career a major boost and could open more…
August 6, 2026
by Janet Silvera
Swing too far - Illegal St James attraction demolished as officials declare it a tragedy waiting to happen
WESTERN BUREAU: The giant swing tourist attraction demolished in Norwood Pen, St James, yesterday was “very, very dangerous” and posed the risk of a major tragedy, according to St James Municipal…