Jamaica to Seek Slavery Reparations Through King Charles III and Privy Council

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 26, 2025

KINGSTON, Jamaica – June 26, 2025 — Jamaica is set to make a historic move in its long-standing push for reparations by formally petitioning His Majesty King Charles III to refer critical legal questions to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council regarding Britain’s role in the transatlantic slave trade. The announcement was made by…

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Tragic Loss: Jamaican Family Among Six Killed in Fiery Florida Crash

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 24, 2025

A devastating head-on collision in Osceola County, Florida, on Saturday afternoon claimed the lives of six individuals, including three young children. The victims were all Jamaican nationals, with five of them being members of the Anderson family from Caymanas Gardens, Portmore, St. Catherine. The Incident The crash occurred on State Road 60, west of South…

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Jamaica Passes Tougher Laws Against Child Murder

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 24, 2025

In a decisive move to strengthen the legal framework surrounding serious crimes, the Senate of Jamaica on Friday, June 20, 2025, approved significant amendments to three key pieces of legislation aimed at imposing harsher penalties for murder, particularly in cases involving the killing of children. The Bills, which include The Offences Against the Person (Amendment)…

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Beenie Man Announces Second Free Music Workshop for Jamaican Youth

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 24, 2025

Beenie Man Hosts Free Music Workshops for Jamaican Youth Jamaican music legend Beenie Man is thrilled to announce the launch of the second edition of his free music workshops for youth, specifically targeting children ages 6-14. The initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of musical talent. The workshop, which took place on Saturday, June…

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Jamaica Fire Brigade Battles Major Fire Near IGL on Spanish Town Road

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 23, 2025

In a developing story, the Jamaica Fire Brigade is currently battling a massive blaze along Spanish Town Road, near the Industrial Gases Limited (IGL) area. Emergency crews have rushed to the scene to contain the fire, which has caused significant disruption in the area. Authorities are urging all motorists and pedestrians to avoid Spanish Town…

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Jamaicans Urged to Help Preserve the Country’s Bat Population

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 23, 2025

The Jamaican government, in partnership with environmental organizations, is calling on the public to play a crucial role in protecting the country’s bat population, which is facing significant threats from habitat destruction, urbanization, and human intrusion. Bats, often misunderstood and feared, are an essential part of Jamaica’s ecosystem, contributing to biodiversity, pollination, seed dispersal, and…

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The Jamaica Constabulary Force are the ‘The Envy of every Caribbean Nation,’ Says Bermuda Police Chief

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 22, 2025

Caribbean Law Enforcement Bodies Urged to Follow Jamaica’s Lead as Crime Plummets The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has emerged as the gold standard for crime reduction and police transformation in the Caribbean, according to Bermuda’s Commissioner of Police, Daren Simons. Speaking at the launch of the JCF’s Transformation Expo 2.0 on Thursday, Simons lauded Jamaica’s…

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Jamaica Live viewer poll has revealed strong approval for Prime Minister Andrew Holness

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 22, 2025

June 22, 2025 – Kingston, JamaicaA Jamaica Live Viewer Poll conducted between June 19 and June 22 has revealed strong approval for Prime Minister Andrew Holness, with over 84% of respondents expressing satisfaction with his leadership. The poll, which engaged 677 participants from across the island and diaspora viewers, sought to gauge public sentiment on…

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Why Jamaican Athletes Running for Turkey Just Won’t Be the Same

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 21, 2025

A growing trend of Jamaican athletes switching allegiance to countries like Turkey has raised eyebrows — and for good reason. It may look like an opportunity for greater financial support or international exposure, but the truth is, running for another country is not the same. Especially when that country isn’t Jamaica. A significant shift is…

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First Set of Buses for Rural School Transport System Headed to Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 21, 2025

Government Pushes Forward with Plan to Bridge Educational Access Gap Kingston, Jamaica – June 21, 2025 — The Government of Jamaica has officially commenced shipment of the first set of school buses under its groundbreaking Rural School Bus System, a major initiative aimed at transforming education access for students in rural communities. The buses, currently…

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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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