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Strong cold front forecast to begin affecting Jamaica this weekend

The Met Service says it is projected to impact weather conditions across Jamaica from Saturday night through early next week. Consequently, the island is expected to experience significantly cooler temperatures.

Opposition says UHWI is too important for no one to be held accountable for alleged misuse of facility’s tax exemption status

In a recent report the Auditor General flagged the UHWI for allegedly using its tax exemption status to facilitate the importation of goods on behalf of private companies, contributing to losses of over $20 million. The UHWI board of management says it has reported specific matters arising from the AG's

POA Chairman SSP Wayne Cameron charged for alleged financial irregularities

The charges follow the receipt of a ruling from the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), which arose from a detailed and protracted financial investigation conducted by the Financial Investigations Division (FID), in collaboration with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and other relevant authorities.

Pre-built container homes procured following Hurricane Melissa to start arriving next month

The category 5 hurricane, passed over Jamaica on October 28, 2025, leaving a trail of devastation.

JPS exploring AI data centres and shore power as growth options amidst slowing electricity sales

The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) has stressed the importance of a growth strategy to expand its sustainability, amidst a significant slowdown in electricity sales.Late last year, the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) told a sitting of Parliament's Public Administration and Appropriations Committee

Gov’t launches public sector flexible work arrangement

The ceremony was held at Jamaica house in Kingston.

The arrangement is intended to increase employment opportunities, enhance productivity and afford workers the opportunity to better structure their lives through a flexible employee/employer work agreement.

Tom Tavares-Finson retires as JLP Commissioner on ECJ effective January 31

Tom Tavares-Finson, the Jamaica Labour Party's Commissioner on the Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) has announced his retirement from the position, effective January 31.

This will conclude 20 years of service for Tavares-Finson to both the Electoral Advisory Committee (EAC) and the ECJ.

Cabinet approves policy framework to establish One Road Authority

Cabinet has approved the policy framework for the establishment of the One Road Authority (ORA) as an executive agency under the Works portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development.

Minister with Responsibility for Works, Robert Morgan made the disclosure during yesterday's

New policy report identifies outdated legislation as one of three interlocking constraints to non-kin adoptions in Jamaica

A new policy report has identified outdated legislation as one of three interlocking constraints to non-kin adoptions in Jamaica .

The others are: an ambiguous governance framework and chronic under-resourcing, which together slow and block adoption

Health Minister Tufton urges food industry to offer healthier choices

Minister of Health Dr. Christopher Tufton has called on the food industry to seek to provide better choices

This as it was outlined by the Heart Foundation that heart disease is the leading cause of death in Jamaica.

Strong cold front forecast to begin affecting Jamaica this weekend

Thursday, January 29, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

The Met Service says it is projected to impact weather conditions across Jamaica from Saturday night through early next week. Consequently, the island is expected to experience significantly cooler temperatures.

Opposition says UHWI is too important for no one to be held accountable for alleged misuse of facility’s tax exemption status

Thursday, January 29, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

In a recent report the Auditor General flagged the UHWI for allegedly using its tax exemption status to facilitate the importation of goods on behalf of private companies, contributing to losses of over $20 million. The UHWI board of management says it has reported specific matters arising from the AG's report to the relevant authorities, including the Fraud Squad and Jamaica Customs.

Mount Pleasant unveils weakened roster for 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup entry

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Robert Williams sports No comments

Caribbean Cup champions Mount Pleasant has unveiled a weakened roster for their 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup entry.

St Catherine FA gets all clear to stage Major League

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

The St Catherine Football Association, has been given the green light for the staging of the 2026 St Catherine Major League.

Local entertainment and media fraternity pay tribute to veteran broadcaster Bob Clarke OD

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

IRIE FM and the local media fraternity are in mourning following news of the passing of veteran broadcaster and one of the founding members of IRIE FM, Walter Charles Clarke OD.

UB40 mourns Reggae legend Sly Dunbar

Monday, January 26, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

International reggae band UB40 has revealed that they were in discussions with the late Sly Dunbar about new musical ideas prior to his passing.