Tiktok star 1Babaskenng shot dead during Livestream

By Jamaica Live Medias / April 29, 2025

According to various reports, law enforcement authorities in St Andrew North are engaged in an investigation regarding the murder of Jabari Johnson, known on TikTok as ‘1babaskenng’. Johnson was tragically shot multiple times during a live stream near Queenie’s Snack Shop on Red Hills Road. This unfortunate incident reportedly took place on April 28, 2025.…

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Strong warning to Jamaica from Asafa Powell

By Jamaica Live Medias / April 17, 2025

Former Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell warns his children will not pursue athletic opportunities for Jamaica unless certain support systems are established. Furthermore, he indicated that, upon reflection, he would choose not to compete for Jamaica if given another chance. Powell made these comments in a social media post following a previous video showcasing his son’s…

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President Trump initiated the TikTok banned but have a changed of heart

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 19, 2025

In 2020, President Donald Trump proposed a ban of the app as he viewed it as a security threat. He signed an executive order instructing that ByteDance, the China-based parent company of TikTok, divest from the app, though the order was reversed by the Biden administration in 2021. In July 2020, then-President Donald Trump told reporters aboard Air…

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Minister Carlene Davis drops a new Christmas Jam with 10-year-old Antiguan

By Jamaica Live Medias / December 1, 2024

Carlene Davis is pretty much a legend when it comes to Christmas tunes in Jamaica, and her song “Santa Claus, Do you Ever come to the Ghetto” is like the holiday anthem everyone knows! This year, she’s back at it for 2024 with a new take on the classic carol, “Oh Holy Night.” She teamed…

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Sunshine Girls triumphed over England with a 61-53 win to take the Rhone Hornsby trophy

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 26, 2024

Sunshine Girls triumphed gloriously, claiming the Rhone Hornsby trophy with an exhilarating victory over England, finishing with an electrifying score of 61-53! Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls delivered an electrifying performance in the ultimate showdown, triumphing over England with a thrilling score of 61-53 in a nail-biting finale of the Horizon Netball Series held at the National…

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Donald Trump aims to replace the Jamaican-American prosecutor handling cases against New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Sean “Diddy” Combs

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 15, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump disclosed his intentions on Thursday to appoint a new prosecutor to replace the individual whose office is currently investigating New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Sean “Diddy” Combs. Trump indicated that he intends to nominate his former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman, Jay Clayton, for the position of U.S. Attorney for…

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Olympic champion Noah Lyles is left scratching his head as he fails to make male track athlete of the year

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 4, 2024

Olympic champion Noah Lyles is left scratching his head as he fails to sprint his way into the finals for the male track athlete of the year. World Athletics dropped the news bomb on Monday, and it seems like Lyles’ victory lap has hit a pothole. Lyles won the Athlete of the Year award in…

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JAMAICA TO LIGHT UP ON NEW YEAR’S EVE WITH A LOVE, LIFE, AND HARMONY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL 2024

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 3, 2024

Mark your calendars for December 31st because Jamaica is ready to turn up the vibes with the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) Fireworks Festival 2024! It’s happening at the Kingston Waterfront, Ocho Rios Bay Beach, and Harmony Beach Park in Mobay, all at the same time. Best part? It’s totally free for everyone, and every year,…

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Chris Gayle rose from humble beginnings to become one of cricket’s greatest batsmen

By Jamaica Live Medias / October 30, 2024

Universe Boss Chris Gayle was featured on Virgin Radio Dubai this week inan interview with radio host, Kris Fade. Virgin Dubai is the United ArabEmirates #1 hit music radio station. The interview unfolds just as the excitement builds for Chris Gayle’s electrifying party, 40 Shades of Gayle, set to light up Dubai on November 2nd,…

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GRAMMY WINNING reggae artiste Kabaka Pyramid accused of being anti-Semitic

By Jamaica Live Medias / October 22, 2024

According to the European website www.diepresse.com, it has been reported that in private Instagram conversations, Kabaka Pyramid expressed views regarding Jews and Israelis. The Jamaican musician and Reggae Grammy winner Kabaka Pyramid is currently on a European tour. But performances in Germany and Austria will not take place as planned: organizers in Munich, Innsbruck and…

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Major Investment Coming to Inner-City Schools, Including State-of-the-Art Performing Arts School

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 20, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaican Government has announced plans to establish two specialised performing arts schools over the next two years, with one of the institutions slated for West Kingston, as part of a wider push to expand educational opportunities beyond the traditional academic pathway. Minister of…
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Clock Ticking: September 30 Cut-Off Looms for Jamaica’s Next Voters’ List

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 19, 2026 ARE YOU ON THE VOTERS LIST? Check your status. Jamaicans who are eligible to vote but have not yet registered have until September 30, 2026, if they want to be considered for inclusion on the next voters’ list, which will be published on November 30. The Electoral…
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Major Housing Push: Onx Factory Coming to Jamaica With Capacity for Up to 10,000 Homes a Year

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 11, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced a potentially significant development for Jamaica’s housing sector, revealing that technology-driven homebuilder Onx Homes plans to establish a manufacturing operation in Jamaica capable of producing thousands of homes annually. Holness made the announcement after touring an Onx…
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Former PNP Senator Andre Haughton Reportedly Gave Character Reference for Chronic Law Amid U.S. Federal Gun Case

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 17, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica —A potentially significant development has emerged in the U.S. federal case involving Jamaican dancehall artiste Chronic Law, whose given name is Ackeme Jermane Campbell, with Nationwide News reporting that Professor Andre Haughton — a former Opposition Senator and prominent member of the People’s National Party…
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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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