Steve McClaren Appointed As New Jamaica Head Coach

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 15, 2024

Steve McClaren has been appointed the new head coach of Jamaica. McClaren rejoined Manchester United in summer 2022 to serve as assistant to Erik ten Hag. But the ex-England manager is now set to take the reins with the Reggae Boyz on a two-year contract. “We are truly elated to announce the appointment of Mr.…

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Buju Banton criticises Afrobeat’s and Reggaeton

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 10, 2024

Dancehall and Reggae Legend Buju Banton criticises Afrobeat’s and Reggaeton, highlighting the lack of acknowledgement traditional reggae music. He delves into how the commercial appeal of Afrobeat and Reggaeton has overshadowed the deep, cultural roots of reggae, often leading to misconceptions about its origins and intentions. Banton, who recently appeared on the popular Podcast Drink…

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Three Jamaicans Have Been Awarded Medals During the Reallocation Ceremony in Paris

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 9, 2024

Three Jamaican are among athletes who previously competed at the Olympic Games were honored with medals during a special reallocation ceremony in Paris on Friday. 🥉 – Keliese Spencer (400mH, London 2012)🥉 – Chelsea Hammond-Ross (long jump, Beijing 2008)🥉 – Beverly McDonald (200m, Sydney 2000) According to the International Olympic Committee, “These athletes competed fairly…

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Vybz Kartel Appears to Threaten Fiancée Sidem Ozturk During TikTok Live

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 9, 2024

A recent incident on TikTok Live involving dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel has raised concerns among viewers and fans. The artiste, known for his controversial persona, was seen in a seemingly tense exchange with his fiancée Sidem Ozturk. The video, appears to show Kartel’s tone becomes increasingly aggressive, culminating in what many interpret as a threatening…

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Usain Bolt introduces new signature footwear from Puma

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 8, 2024

Sprint legend Usain Bolt continues to extend his legacy off the track as he launched his latest signature shoe line with sportswear giant Puma. Bolt made the announcement on X as he introduced the shoes to the public, captivating his extensive fanbase. These shoes are not just any ordinary footwear; they are a testament to…

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Jamaica to Honour Dancehall Icons Beenie Man and Bounty Killer With National Awards

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 7, 2024

In an historic move, the Prime Minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness presented dancehall legends Beenie Man and Bounty Killer with national awards during the country’s 62nd Independence anniversary in Jamaica August 6-2024. Both icons were bestowed with the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Officer, recognizing their significant contributions to the development and global…

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Americans falsely identify National Hero Paul Bogle as Thomas Jennings

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 6, 2024

The identity of Jamaican National Hero Paul Bogle and Thomas Jennings has been finally been rectified. The photograph of Jamaican National Hero Paul Bogle is generating another round of controversy and discussion on social media following a video that is being circulated on popular social media platform, TikTok. There are calls for the Jamaican Government…

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Fans are outraged by the results between Kishane Thompson and Noah Lyes at the Paris Olympics

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 6, 2024

Fans of the Olympics have vented their fury, with some believing Jamaican star Kishane Thompson deserved the gold medal instead of Noah Lyles following the 100-metre race at the Paris Olympics. The Paris Olympics Committee decided that Lyles had won the race on Sunday by just five thousandths of a second in arguably one of…

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Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel freed by the court of appeal

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 31, 2024

Court of Appeal frees Vybz Kartel On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the Jamaican Court of Appeal made a monumental decision to free renowned dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, born Adidja Azim Palmer, from prison. This landmark ruling marks a significant turn in the high-profile case that has gripped the nation and the global music community for…

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Furious Yohan Blake lashes out: Jamaicans only have time for winners

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 22, 2024

Yohan Blake, disheartened by the reactions from his fellow Jamaicans, brings forth a stark reflection on what he called, Jamaicans obsession with victory. According to Blake, he has faced immense pressure, not just from the global stage, but from his homeland. In Jamaica, the expectation to win is more than a national pride; it’s virtually…

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Oxtail vs Kangaroo Tail: What’s the Difference and Can You Tell Them Apart?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 4, 2026 Jamaica Live News — Food & Culture Oxtail is one of Jamaica’s most celebrated dishes, but a viral comparison between oxtail and kangaroo tail has sparked an unusual conversation online, with people examining the similarities between the two cuts of meat and asking: Could you tell the…
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PNP blames Government for sky-high airfares — but Jamaica doesn’t set ticket prices

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 2, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A political row has erupted over the rising cost of travelling to Jamaica, after Opposition Spokesperson on Tourism and Linkages Andrea Purkiss, MP, criticised the Government amid complaints of extraordinarily high airline ticket prices. Purkiss argued that Jamaicans overseas are increasingly being priced out…
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Did Democratic Socialism Fail Jamaica? Or Did the Cold War Change Jamaica Forever?

JAMAICA LIVE | SPECIAL ANALYSIS Opposition Leader Mark Golding has reopened one of the most consequential and painful debates in Jamaica’s modern political history by embracing democratic socialism and invoking the legacy of former Prime Minister Michael Manley. Golding argues that changing economic conditions have renewed the relevance of the philosophy and that government should…
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Was Dr. Jason Arday Hounded to Death? Questions Over Racism, Right-Wing Attacks and a Relentless Media Campaign

JAMAICA LIVE – SPECIAL REPORT The sudden death of Professor Jason Arday, Cambridge University’s youngest-ever Black professor, has left Britain confronting an uncomfortable and deeply troubling question: did legitimate scrutiny of an academic accused of wrongdoing develop into a racially charged, right-wing media campaign that placed unbearable pressure on one of Britain’s most prominent Black…
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OP-ED | Jamaica Is at a Crossroads of Neocolonialism and Becoming a Developed Nation

Since Jamaica gained independence from Britain in 1962, the country has struggled with economic and structural disadvantages inherited from colonialism.  Jamaica entered independence as what was then widely described as a “Third World” nation, while Western powers, including the United States and former European colonial states, continued to enjoy far greater levels of wealth, industrialisation,…
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Vaz Turns the Clock Back on Golding: 2000 Squatter Dispute Resurfaces Amid Cooper’s Pen Controversy

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 13, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz has turned to the newspaper archives in an attempt to challenge Opposition Leader Mark Golding’s position on the demolition controversy in Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, accusing the People’s National Party (PNP) president of politicising the plight…
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