Jamaican Man Arrested in Maine for Allegedly Working as Police Officer While in U.S. Illegally

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 29, 2025

Jamaica Live International News Desk| July 29, 2025 A Jamaican national who allegedly overstayed his visa in the United States has been arrested after authorities discovered he was working as a police officer in the town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Jon Luke Evans, who entered the…

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📚 “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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Too Close to Call: EOJ Urged to Caution Media After Mainstream Media Mislabels Central Kingston Result

The integrity of Jamaica’s election coverage has come under fire after mainstream media prematurely declared the Central Kingston seat for Steve McGregor of the People’s National Party (PNP). The newspaper, particularly, the Jamaica Gleaner, reported that the PNP had “flipped” the constituency — only for the final count to prove otherwise. When the ballots were…
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Despite Delays, Jamaica Praised for Election Reforms

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 5, 2025 Kingston, Jamaica – While some voters expressed frustration with long lines and delays at polling stations during Jamaica’s General Election, the overall process has earned high commendations from regional observers for its transparency, organisation, and pioneering reforms. Voter Experience: Long Waits and Closed Doors Reports from across…
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Republican Election Chairman Accused of Drugging Step-Granddaughters’ Dairy Queen Ice Cream

In a shocking case out of North Carolina, a Republican election official has been arrested after allegedly contaminating his step-granddaughters’ ice cream with illegal drugs. James Edwin Yokeley Jr., who until recently served as chairman of the Surry County Board of Elections, was taken into custody in August 27, 2025 after police say surveillance video…
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Queen Sheny Reigns Supreme

Jamaica Live Entertainment Report | Sept 1, 2025 Shenseea Snatches Dancehall Artiste of the Year – Female at 2025 Caribbean Music Awards! Shenseea has officially claimed her crown! The “ShenYeng Boss” walked away with the coveted Dancehall Artiste of the Year – Female award at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards on Thursday night, August 28, and…
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Kenya Taps Trump Ally Carlos Trujillo in $175K-a-Month U.S. Lobbying Deal

Jamaica Live International News– | Sept 1, 2025 Kenya has entered into a high-profile lobbying agreement with U.S.-based firm Continental Strategy LLC, led by former Trump administration official Carlos Trujillo. Filed under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) on August 8, 2025, the deal commits Nairobi to a $175,000 monthly retainer, excluding additional costs, to…
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Health Insurance Launched for Jamaica’s Entertainers and Creatives

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 30, 2025 A historic milestone has been reached for Jamaica’s cultural sector, as entertainers and creatives are now officially covered under a government-backed health and life insurance plan. The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, led by the Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange, has launched the Jamaica Entertainers and…
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