📚 “A Roach Problem, Not a Rat Trap”: JTA Rejects Crawford’s School Day Extension Proposal Amid Salary Dispute

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 29, 2025

Jamaica Live News Desk| July 29, 2025 The education debate in Jamaica has reached a boiling point as the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) delivered a sharp rebuke to Opposition Spokesman on Education, Damion Crawford, following his controversial proposal to extend the school day by two hours. JTA President Dr. Mark Smith has “categorically rejected” Crawford’s…

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Vybz Kartel & Sidem- The Kurdish Dowry Dilema: Will Love Cost Him Gold?

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 28, 2025

— A Jamaica Live Investigative Gossip Exclusive — The Gaza Don himself, Vybz Kartel, is getting ready to say “I do” to his longtime sweetheart, Sidem Öztürk — but before the rings and rose petals, there’s a centuries-old question floating through the air: Will Kartel pay a dowry to his Kurdish bride’s family? Dowry is…

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State-of-the-Art Dental Imaging Comes to St. Ann’s Bay Health Centre

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 28, 2025

Jamaica Live News Desk| July 27, 2025 St. Ann, Jamaica — In a major boost for dental care services in Jamaica, the St. Ann’s Bay Health Centre has received a cutting-edge Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scanner, a transformative piece of equipment that will revolutionize diagnosis and treatment planning in the parish and surrounding areas.…

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Newly Renovated Alexandria Community Hospital Officially Opens in St Ann

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 27, 2025

Jamaica Live News Desk| July 27, 2025 Alexandria, St Ann | Jamaica Live News A Milestone in Jamaica’s Smart Health Initiative The residents of Alexandria and surrounding communities in St Ann now have access to a modern, upgraded medical facility following the official reopening of the Alexandria Community Hospital. The extensive renovation, part of the…

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The Truth About IQ and Jamaica: Myths, Science, and Colonial Legacies

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 27, 2025

By Jamaica Live News In recent years, Jamaica has occasionally appeared in global IQ rankings with controversial claims that the country’s average intelligence quotient (IQ) is significantly lower than the global norm. Some reports—particularly those derived from the book IQ and the Wealth of Nations by Richard Lynn—have cited Jamaican IQ scores as low as…

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Trump Welcomes Jamaica’s New Ambassador, Pledges Stronger Bilateral Ties

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 26, 2025

July 26, 2025 | Jamaica Live News DeskJamaica Live | INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Washington, D.C. — The Government of Jamaica marked a significant diplomatic milestone this week as His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson, former Commissioner of Police, formally presented his Letters of Credence to President Donald Trump, officially assuming his role as Jamaica’s Ambassador…

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Teachers Sound Alarm: Damion Crawford’s Extended School Day Proposal Sparks Backlash — Could Cost PNP the Election

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 26, 2025

Jamaica Live News Desk| July 26, 2025 A political firestorm is brewing in classrooms across Jamaica as teachers lash out against the People’s National Party’s (PNP) newly proposed education policies — particularly the suggestion by Opposition Spokesman on Education, Damion Crawford, to extend school days by two hours. What was meant to be a bold…

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“To Be Continued…”: Lisa Hanna Sends Internet into Frenzy with Sultry Snapshots Amid Racism Row

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 25, 2025

July 25, 2025–Jamaica Live | Entertainment News Lisa Hanna is turning heads and reclaiming her crown—one sizzling photo at a time. The former Miss World and Member of Parliament for the People’s National Party (PNP), now 49, is showing no signs of slowing down. In a bold and unexpected twist, Hanna lit up social media…

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A new generation of law enforcement professionals ready to serve

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 25, 2025

Jamaica Live News Desk | July 25, 2025 In a significant step toward strengthening national security and community safety, 268 new recruits officially began their journey with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) during an Enlistment Exercise held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the National Police College of Jamaica in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine. The…

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Lawrence Rowe Claims He’s “Marked for Death” After Explosive Allegations Against PNP

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 24, 2025

July 24, 2025 – Jamaica Live | News Desk Kingston, Jamaica — Days after being charged with assault occasioning bodily harm, former People’s National Party (PNP) caretaker-turned-Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) member Lawrence Rowe is raising alarm, declaring that his life is in danger due to sensitive information he possesses about high-ranking PNP figures. In a tense interview with…

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Is the United Kingdom Breaking Apart? Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Leaders Unite in Referendum Push

Jamaica Live International News– | Sept 13, 2026 CARDIFF, Wales — The political future of the United Kingdom is facing renewed scrutiny as the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland prepare for an unprecedented meeting in Cardiff on Monday, September 14, where they are expected to sign a joint declaration asserting their nations’ right…
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Did CVM TV give Jamaicans the full picture on Holness’ classroom comments?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 11, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A social-media report by CVM TV highlighting public reaction to Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness’ controversial comments about children learning outdoors has raised a broader question about media responsibility: when public opinion is clearly divided, should a major news organisation present viewers with only…
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Tent classroom controversy deepens as Moy-Crawford responds to JTA president

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 11, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — The controversy surrounding the use of tents as temporary classrooms at hurricane-damaged schools has intensified, with Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth, Skills and Information Rhoda Moy-Crawford responding to concerns raised by Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President LaSonja Harrison over conditions…
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North Korea and Russia open first-ever road bridge as strategic ties deepen

Jamaica Live International News– | Sept 9, 2026 Russia and North Korea have officially opened their first direct road bridge, creating a new physical link between the two neighbours as their economic, political and military relationship continues to deepen. The historic crossing was inaugurated on September 7, 2026, spanning the Tumen River along the countries’…
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Alleged Sister of Slain Alliance Gang Member ‘Jerry’ Draws Police Attention After Lamenting Officers Survived Shootout

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 9, 2026 ST JAMES, Jamaica — The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reviewing inflammatory comments circulating on social media from a woman who identifies herself as the sister of Romario Brown, otherwise called “Jerry,” following his death during an alleged gun battle with police in Mount Salem, St James,…
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Jamaica launches JAMRROC to watch the watchdog as Holness demands faster hurricane recovery

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 9, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — September 8, 2026: Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has officially launched the Jamaica Reconstruction and Resilience Oversight Committee (JAMRROC), establishing an independent layer of public oversight as the Government attempts to accelerate Jamaica’s massive reconstruction programme following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The…
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