Tragedy Struck Iran Amid Tension With America: Plane crashes in Iran Killing All 176 Aboard

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 9, 2020

With high tensions raging between the US and Iran, another tragedy has hit the Middle East. Ukraine International Airlines Boeing 737-800 heading to Kyiv, Ukraine crashed shortly after take off  from Tehran, killing the 167 passengers and 9 crew members aboard the flight. Passengers aboard were from several countries including Iran, Canada, Ukraine, Sweden, Afghanistan,…

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Big Things Coming to St. Ann, Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 8, 2020

Named the #1 resort Parish in the island recently, St. Ann has managed to keep crime stable, with last year being a record low of the Garden Parish. Mayor, Michael Belnavis recently discussed on the understanding that all stakeholders have. He stated they “have come together and taken the parish as one”. There is a…

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Americans Feared Being Draft Amid War With Iran. Selective Service System website crashes.

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 6, 2020

(CNN)The Selective Service website crashed Friday because of “the spread of misinformation,” the agency tweeted. Following the announcement of the drone strike that murdered Qasem Soleimani on Friday morning, the Selective Service website crashed, just mere hours later. The agency tweeted this was due to “the spread of misinformation”.  The bombing sparked fears on social…

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2019 Financial Highlights. Money De Ya!

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 5, 2020

2019 had its fair share of moments in the business world. Here are some significant periods throughout the year: >The Yo-Yo of the Dollar For Jamaicans who earn in the local currency and shop overseas there were periods that caused great distress due to the instability of the exchange rate. According to tradingeconomics.com, the Jamaican…

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Contracts Valued At $1.4 billion. Tufton Demands Value For Money.

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 5, 2020

Tufton Demands Value For Money Following the signing of three-years security contracts valued at $1.4 billion, Health Minister, Christopher Tufton implores contract awardees to ensure only the “cream of the crop” is dispatched at health facilities. Contracts were signed on Friday with five security companies and the Ministry of Health South East Region Health Authority (SERHA).Security measures…

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Jamaica Live @ 5 With Danielle and Jevaughn. BIG GIVEAWAYS!!

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 4, 2020

Jamaica Live @ 5 With Danielle & Jevaughn Follow Us @Jamaicalivenews on all Social Media Platform BIG GIVEAWAYS!!5. Buju Banton Foundation4.Rebel Salute3.Ganja ting2.Wisynco Job Cuts1. KFC R’s: Raise, Rats and Ramona 90 days of January Grocery Giveaway Week 1 Handover- Jamaica Live @5 Follow us as we travel to Tracey Bartley, our first winner for…

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Jamaica’s Top 2019 Entertainment Moments. Jamaica Ends The Year on High Note

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 3, 2020

Stage to Street to Screen With all the battles Jamaica had throughout 2019, we have to take time to acknowledge the outstanding wins in entertainment. They were many and varied in music, dance, art and film, but we have taken the time to narrow the list to the top entertainment highlights for the last 12…

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NOT JUST OBEAH! Saint Thomas Forgotten Parish

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 2, 2020

For many, when the eastern parish of St. Thomas comes to mind there is not much beyond obeah and Paul Bogle. However, with the recent spotlight on the rural parish, it is slowly coming to the forefront for all it has to offer. It is only fair, we take some time to look at the…

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Jamaica Live Giveaways! This week’s amount is JMD$5,000!!!!!!!!

By Jamaica Live Medias / December 31, 2019

This week’s amount is JMD$5,000!!!!!!!! Jamaica Live Giveaway!! After all the spending that Christmas brings, we know January can feel like it has 90 days! But have no fear, Jamaica Live is here! As our holiday gift to you for supporting us throughout 2019- we welcome 2020 with a little help with the groceries. Every week…

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INDIA, NO PLACE FOR MUSLIMS

By Jamaica Live Medias / December 29, 2019

Indian Government shuts down Internet amidst protests India has been in a state of unrest since the announcement of the new Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) made by President Ram Nath Kovind, earlier this month. This law makes religion a criterion for refugees seeking resettlement from mainly Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan within India. The controversial amendment…

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Alfred Dawes worried about the outbreak of diseases from Foreign Relief Workers

Newly elected Member of Parliament, Dr. Alfred Dawes, representing Saint Catherine South Eastern, has joined Opposition Members in criticizing the Government’s handling of the Hurricane Melissa disaster relief effort. Dr. Dawes, a medical doctor by profession, raised concerns about the potential outbreak of diseases that could emerge from foreign relief workers currently assisting in the…
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Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar Steps Up for Jamaica

Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has expressed deep solidarity with the people of Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, announcing an urgent national relief drive and shipments of food and essential supplies to the island. Speaking at the Port of Spain docks, where she personally oversaw loading operations, Persad-Bissessar made an emotional…
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Historic Flooding Brings New York City to a Standstill — Deadly Storm Shatters Rainfall Records

Jamaica Live International News– | Oct 31, 2025 New York City is reeling from extensive flooding and damage after a powerful storm dumped record-breaking rainfall across the region on Thursday. The deluge brought the city to a near standstill — flooding streets, subways, and homes — and leaving behind a trail of destruction that officials…
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Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica Faces Its Strongest Storm in Modern History

Kingston, Jamaica — October 30, 2025:Jamaica is reeling after the catastrophic passage of Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 monster that slammed into the island on Tuesday, October 28, leaving behind a trail of destruction not seen in generations. With winds peaking near 185 mph (295 km/h), torrential rain, and storm surges swallowing coastal communities, Melissa…
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Democracy Under Siege as President Samia Suluhu of Tanzania Jailed All Her Opponents

Jamaica Live International News– | Oct 29, 2025 Tanzania heads to the polls this Wednesday, October 29, 2025 — but few believe it will be a real contest. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the country’s first female leader, is poised to easily retain power after jailing or disqualifying her major opponents, creating what rights groups have…
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Kamla Persad-Bissessar Turns on CARICOM as Trinidad Chooses Washington’s Warships Over Regional Peace

Jamaica Live Regional News – | Oct 28, 2025 A Controversial and Divisive Break in Caribbean Unity The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago has chosen to gaslight CARICOM after she aligned her country with a United States military build-up many fear could bring destruction and war into the Caribbean Sea. Kamla Persad-Bissessar has accused the…
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