Jamaica News

Branson, a huge fan of Fraser Pryce, flew the athlete to London in a private jet and arranged a luxurious 7-day stay in a penthouse.

Dressed in a full ‘Scream’ costume, complete with a mask, white robe and gloves, the lottery winner collected approximately 158 million Jamaican dollars while concealing his identity from the public.

Minister Dana Morris Dixon announced that government entities will cancel large Christmas celebrations this year to prioritize recovery, rehabilitation and support for communities affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Senator Morris Dixon announced that small in-Ministry recognition activities would be allowed, but rental of external venues for Christmas parties is prohibited.

Leptospirosis is a very common disease that often spreads following hurricanes or natural calamities which cause flooding across.

Preliminary assessments show that Hurricane Melissa caused significant damage to Jamaica’s economy, with 41% of the destruction affecting residential buildings, 33% impacting infrastructure, and 21% related to non-residential buildings.

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The Beechcraft King Air turboprop took off around 10:14 a.m. but crashed minutes later, narrowly missing nearby homes.

The ministry issued a public response after the issue gained significant attention following Banton’s comments during an Instagram Live session.

After finding shelter in a Jamaican town, he was reunited with his family, bringing them immense relief.

Bahamasair announced it will suspend direct flights from Nassau to Montego Bay due to the impact of Hurricane Melissa.

St. Elizabeth’s field hospital treated 50 patients in 24 hours as mobile clinics expand across affected parishes.

Relief teams have distributed over 36,000 food packages, with 184 shelters still housing 2,487 displaced people.

The facility includes a surgical operating room, intensive care unit (ICU), obstetric ward for maternal care, and an emergency room (ER).

Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew said the donation reflects St Kitts and Nevis’ solidarity with Jamaica as it recovers from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.

Around 19 people, including one pregnant teen, have lost their lives, and several others remain missing in different communities due to Category 5 natural disaster.

She was at her two-bedroom wooden house in Waterworks, Petersfield, which collapsed during Hurricane Melissa, killing her along with other 18 people in Jamaica.

Motorists had to wait for long hours as they made their way home after purchasing fuel.

The suspension of the services has also been announced considering the damage experienced by these hotels in Jamaica.

Founded in 1882, the school has suffered severe damage to its auditorium, dining hall, hillside classrooms and Woodland Building, which houses part of its boarding facilities.