News
May 30, 2026
Sexual assault survivor champions national trauma healing effort
At three, Shanecia Stewart was sexually abused by a neighbour in the tenement yard where she lived with her parents - a profound breach of trust. Fourteen years later, she would, for the first time,…
May 29, 2026
by Bryan Miller
Hanover police targeting domestic violence
With domestic violence becoming an increasing concern for the Hanover police, authorities have launched a public- sensitisation campaign using reactivated Neighbourhood Watch groups to help…
May 29, 2026
Court clears lawyer Isat Buchanan of misconduct, says GLC disciplinary committee breached natural justice
The Court of Appeal has overturned a finding of professional misconduct against attorney-at-law and Portland Eastern Member of Parliament Isat Buchanan, which arose from comments he made about the…
May 29, 2026
by Leon Jackson
Red Cross delivers $21m hurricane relief to Trelawny families
The Trelawny branch of the International Red Cross has coordinated the distribution of $21 million in Hurricane Melissa relief assistance to 300 families in northern Trelawny.
May 29, 2026
FLA loses bid to get copy of unpublished Integrity Commission report but gets permission to appeal
The Supreme Court has dismissed an application by the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) seeking disclosure of an unpublished Integrity Commission investigation report into alleged corruption and…
May 29, 2026
PNP calls on Jamaican gov't to lead Caribbean push for dialogue on Cuba crisis
The People’s National Party (PNP) is urging the Jamaican Government and other Caribbean Community (CARICOM) states to adopt a coordinated regional position on Cuba amid mounting concern over worsening…
May 29, 2026
American man jailed for selling personal information of elderly to Jamaican scammers
A North Carolina man has been sentenced to just over 10 years in prison in the United States after being convicted of running a seven-year scheme in which he victimised millions of elderly Americans…
May 29, 2026
Rush Sports and TVJ exclusive broadcasters of FIFA World Cup in Ja, warn against unauthorised broadcasts
Caribbean Premier Sports Ltd (CPSL), operators of RUSH Sports, and Television Jamaica (TVJ) are advising the public, commercial establishments, promoters, advertisers, and event organisers that RUSH…
May 29, 2026
Section of Lacovia to Holland Bamboo roadway to be closed on Sunday
Motorists are being advised by the National Works Agency (NWA) that a section of the Lacovia to Holland Bamboo main road in St Elizabeth will be closed on Sunday to undertake repairs.