A Somali sports official was suspended for nepotism on Wednesday after a viral video showed runner skipping across the finish line 

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 3, 2023

According to CNN, the video, which circulated widely on Wednesday, showed Nasro Abukar Ali competing in the third heat of the first round of the women’s 100-meter race at the International University Sports Federation’s (FISU) Summer World University Games in China. In the video, you can see Nasro Abukar Ali looked at the athletes on both…

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced split from Wife Sophie

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 2, 2023

On Wednesday August 2, 2023, the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on his Instagram page and he and wife Sophie are separating. In the post Trudeau, wrote, “Hi everyone, Sophie and I would like to share the fact that after many meaningful and difficult conversations, we have made the decision to separate,” the post…

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The Jamaican Reggae Girlz made history and eliminated Brazil in the group stage

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 2, 2023

Jamaica Becomes First Caribbean Nation To Reach Round 16 In Women’s World Cup! In the match played on August 2, 2023 the Jamaican Reggae Girlz took on the mighty Brazil. In a battle against Brazil that ended in a 0-0 draw, Jamaica made history as the first Caribbean nation to qualify for knockouts, advancing in…

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Jamaica Sunshine Girls beat Host South Africa

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 30, 2023

South Africa vs Jamaica: The Sunshine Girls beat Host South Africa for top spot in their Netball World Cup group on Sunday. Jamaica 67- 49 South Africa Jamaica continue to dominate their games with a big over Sri Lanka on Friday with Jamaica 105-25 Sri Lanka Spread the love

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Slashe: Winning the 2023 Jamaica Festival Song “Best in the World.”

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 30, 2023

The 2023 Festival Song Contest Winner was announced and Slashe was named the best song of 2023. The grand final was held the National Indoor Sport Centre today, Saturday, July 29, in Kingston. According to the Jamaica Observer, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia “Babsy” Grange, at the launch of the competition, praises…

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The 2024 Olympic Torch Is Unveiled With Sprint Legend Usain Bolt

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 25, 2023

According AFP News Agency, the 2024 Olympic Torch is unveiled during an event on the River Seine with Paris 2024 president Tony Estanguet, IOC chief Thomas Bach and legend Usain Bolt, with one year to go to the Summer Games. Speculation surfaced on social media today of Bolt coming out of retirement when he “One…

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Usain Bolt Unretiring for the 2024 Paris Olympics?

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 25, 2023

Athletic legend Usain Bolt posted on his social media today “One Year To Go  Paris 2024 — in Paris, France.” This led to a lot of speculation on social media that Bolt may be coming out of retirement for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Bolt retired after the 2017 World Championships, when he finished third in his last…

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JAMAICA FESTIVAL SONG FINALISTS 2023

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 25, 2023

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange said they are “ten good songs that will add to the excitement of Jamaica’s Emancipation and Independence celebrations this year”. Eric Donaldson – Reggae Jamaica; Lady Denna & The Whole Note Mento Band – Little Paradise; Prince Fabulous – No Weh Like Yard; Mento Tones Jamaica;…

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Heartfelt message from Jamie Foxx. No. He is not cloned

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 22, 2023

After months of confusion and worry from fans and the public, Jamie Foxx, finally broke his silence on Friday. The 55 years old actor and singer took to Instagram to tell the world he is doing well and is better. Foxx was hospitalized for an undisclosed medical condition in April. There were rumours he was…

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Andrew Holness kept his promise and give farmer a donkey

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 21, 2023

On July 16, Prime Minister Andrew Holness posted a video on his social media of a farmer asking for assistance in getting a donkey. The farmer from St. Elizabeth approached Prime Minister Andrew Holness and asked if he could assist her in getting a donkey. She said one of her children has Down syndrome and…

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Jamaica Constabulary Community Outreach: Time We Acknowledge the Real Work They are Doing

The Jamaica Constabulary (JCF) community outreach programmes are nothing short of impressive, yet it feels like they are not getting the props they deserve. Time and time again, we see the JCF stepping up in the communities—whether it’s through events, youth initiatives, or other programs—actively working to shift the perception of the force. They are…
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New Hope for Jamaican Families as Hibiscus Housing Development Breaks Ground

The Andrew Holness administration has officially broken ground on a transformative housing development that promises to bring renewed hope to residents of a once-neglected tenement yard. This new initiative, dubbed Hibiscus, is set to become a modern, sustainable community that will provide much-needed housing for families who have long struggled with inadequate infrastructure. Prime Minister…
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“One Big Beautiful Bill” Will Strip Healthcare Access from Thousands of Jamaican Immigrants in the U.S.

Jamaica Live | Washington, D.C.Jamaica Live News Desk: July 10, 2025 The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the controversial“One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a sweeping budget reconciliation measure will drastically reduce access to healthcare for millions of immigrants—including thousands of Jamaican Green Card holders. The bill proposes to delay or eliminate healthcare subsidies for…
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JCF Clarifies Dynamite Seizure in St. Thomas Amid Conflicting Reports

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Yallahs, St. Thomas – The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has issued a correction following confusion surrounding the recent seizure of 510 sticks of dynamite in St. Thomas, revising earlier reports that indicated three men were arrested in connection with the explosives. In an updated statement posted to…
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510 Sticks of Dynamite Seized in St Thomas

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Yallahs, St Thomas – Police in the St Thomas Division have made a significant discovery after seizing 510 sticks of dynamite during a targeted operation in Yallahs on Monday, July 7. The explosives were found concealed in a bag at a premises searched by lawmen around 1:00…
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Loop News Bids the Caribbean a Grateful Goodbye After 11 Years

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Loop News, a household name in Caribbean digital media, has officially announced the closure of its operations after 11 years of delivering news and features across the region. In a statement posted on its website, the company shared: “All good things must come to an end and…
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