Jamaica News

A 30-year-old pump attendant has been charged after allegedly setting a woman alight during a dispute at a service station, leaving the victim hospitalised with severe burns.

Police are investigating after a man’s partially decomposed body was discovered in a canal near Hartlands, with authorities working to determine his identity and cause of death.

Police say a gun attack at a Denham Town home has left a toddler dead and two family members injured amid suspected gang turf conflict.

Discussions between the leaders centered on strengthening regional unity amid geopolitical shifts.

According to police reports, the officers of the Portmore, St Catherine, received a report on Tuesday, February 17, by the residents of the locality who informed officers about the incident. 

The Nigerian airline says reports that travellers were sold tickets to Jamaica and left in Barbados are misleading.

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.

Miss Universe Jamaica Contestant Hospitalized After Dramatic Fall During Preliminary Round  

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).