The recent commentary by former Prime Minister (PM) P.J. Patterson on the deepening crisis in Cuba is as morally resonant as it is politically uncomfortable for current Caribbean leaders, including PM Andrew Holness….
Mark Shields | Enforcement, not smart traffic lights will save lives
The announcement of the installation of camera-based video-detection systems at major signals has been presented as a major step forward in traffic management and modernisation. It is certainly welcome. Modern traffic systems are…
Soapberry US$100m upgrade to double capacity, unlock real estate growth
The Government expects to divest the Soapberry Wastewater Treatment Plant this year as part of plans to double its capacity to meet infrastructure needs for increased housing developments. “We will go to market…
General Accident posts record profit even as Hurricane Melissa drives rare quarterly underwriting loss
General Accident Insurance Company Jamaica Ltd (GenAc) closed 2025 with its strongest annual profit on record, even as Hurricane Melissa pushed the December quarter into an underwriting loss. It was also the first…
Regional Tensions Escalate as Netanyahu Claims Iran’s Supreme Leader May Be Dead
The Middle East remains on edge following statements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicating […] The post Regional Tensions Escalate as Netanyahu Claims Iran’s Supreme Leader May Be Dead appeared first on…
Jamaica Urges Nationals to Avoid Middle East Travel Amid Escalating US-Israeli Strikes on Iran
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government of Jamaica has advised its nationals to avoid all travel […] The post Jamaica Urges Nationals to Avoid Middle East Travel Amid Escalating US-Israeli Strikes on Iran appeared…
Man Killed, Another Injured in Early Morning Shooting at St Catherine Party
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — Detectives are probing a fatal shooting that left one man dead […] The post Man Killed, Another Injured in Early Morning Shooting at St Catherine Party appeared first on…
Elderly Man Killed in Minibus Collision on Prospect Main Road
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A 79-year-old man lost his life Friday evening after being struck by […] The post Elderly Man Killed in Minibus Collision on Prospect Main Road appeared first on McKoysNews.
Five Charged in Manchester Anti-Scam and Drug Crackdown; Over $1.8 Million Seized
A coordinated law enforcement operation across sections of Manchester has resulted in five people being […] The post Five Charged in Manchester Anti-Scam and Drug Crackdown; Over $1.8 Million Seized appeared first on…
Phil Pratt has died
Phil Pratt has died Sad news has reached the reggae community. Producer, singer and owner of four labels, Phil Pratt has died on Wednesday 25th February 2026. When we talk about the key…