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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Jamaica’s Hurricane Beryl Recovery Support Programme: Government Assistance and Aid Packages

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 5, 2024

The government has begun providing financial support to the people who are affected by the passage of Hurricane Beryl. The programme sets aside $1 billion for housing support to help those whose homes were damaged or destroyed. According to Holness, the government is proud to provide this support to the people of Jamaica to help…

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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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Miss Universe Jamaica 2024 is Rachel Silvera

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 29, 2024

Rachel Silvera, a 25-year-old pharmacy student, is Miss Universe Jamaica 2024. The prestigious event was held on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the AC Kingston Hotel. Rachel was proudly crowned by Miss Universe Jamaica 2023, Dr. Jordanne Lauren Levy, and honored with the sash by Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios. Sara-Jade Kow,…

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UPDATE: The five men shot were part of a thwarted robbery scheme

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 27, 2024

UPDATE: In a statement on Friday, Holness said the operation in Negril, Westmoreland where officers confronted alleged robbers is the result of improved intelligence work by the police. The Prime Minister said in part, “Today, we received news of a successful intelligence-led operation by the security forces that stopped an attempted robbery. This should serve…

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Five men were shot, resulting in four fatalities by police in Westmoreland

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 26, 2024

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, (JCF) they conducted a deliberate and coordinated operation in Westmoreland on criminal gangs who were planning to execute a major heist. During the operation five men were shot, resulting in four fatalities. Reports indicate that between 6:00 A.M. and 10:00 A.M., members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s Counter Terrorism…

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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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Microsoft Blue Screen of Death crippled technology around the world

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 19, 2024

Various major airlines and medical systems found their operations heavily disrupted due to a widespread IT outage impacting Windows users globally. The outage is said to have caused by a content update from Microsoft. Windows systems encounter the BSOD Thousands of Windows machines worldwide are currently experiencing the notorious Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error,…

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Jamaica Wins Ice Hockey ‘Challenger Series’ in Canada

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 17, 2024

Jamaica’s Ice Hockey team clinched the inaugural Challenger Series title with a 12-8 triumph over Lebanon in the final match held in Toronto, Canada. The Challenger Series, launched this past spring, featured national teams from Jamaica, Lebanon, and Puerto Rico. These teams, unable to participate in the IIHF World Championship due to insufficient rinks or…

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The Prime Minister has proposed the designation of municipal status for Negril

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 16, 2024

According to the Jamaica Information Service (JIS), Prime Minister, the Most Honorable Andrew Holness, has underscored the necessity for Negril to establish its own local authority, thereby allowing the town to more effectively manage its affairs. The Prime Minister, addressing members of the Negril business community and other stakeholders on July 12, asserted that the…

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Kenya Lifts Visa Requirement for most African Countries and the Caribbean — But Not Haiti

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk In a bold move toward Pan-African unity and inter-regional mobility, the Government of Kenya has officially scrapped visa requirements for almost all African countries and most Caribbean nations. Under this new policy, travelers from the approved regions will no longer need to apply for an Electronic Travel…
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Minister Daryl Vaz Slams Gleaner’s “Reckless and False” Report on School Bus Import Controversy

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Kingston, Jamaica — Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, the Hon. Daryl Vaz, MP, has issued a firm rebuttal to a recent article published by the Jamaica Gleaner, which suggested that his Ministry permitted a breach of the government’s motor vehicle importation policy. The controversy centers…
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JUTC’s New Coach Buses: Revolutionizing Commuting in Jamaica

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk The Andrew Holness-led government has officially launched a new fleet of customized JUTC COACH buses, marking a major leap forward in public transportation across the island. These new buses are designed to provide commuters with the comfort and convenience they deserve while traveling. With a range of…
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Mark Golding utter expletive after saying he never heard one word of “dirty bad words” on PNP platforms

It’s ironic, to say the least. Mark Golding, the President of the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP), who has consistently lectured the Jamaican political scene about decency and the use of language on public platforms, found himself caught in a moment of frustration on Friday. As he battled with a faulty microphone during a PNP…
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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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