I have never been aware of my blackness until coming to America

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 24, 2024

Opinion As I am about to repost this video of this remarkable Jamaican young lady, another powerful video comes to mind. I recalled a video I saw on social media of the Nigerian Academic, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, who voiced the similar sentiment that; she never identified as black until she came to America. Listening to…

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Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange Freed in a Plead Deal with the United States

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 24, 2024

In a post on X, Wikileaks have reported that Julian Assange is free. The post reads, Julian Assange is free. He left Belmarsh maximum security prison on the morning of 24 June, after having spent 1901 days there. He was granted bail by the High Court in London and was released at Stansted airport during…

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A highly skilled female mason struggles to find work due to gender discrimination

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 23, 2024

Despite dedicating over 25 years to her craft as a mason, Alvina Hannah finds herself relying on the compassion of others, unable to secure employment. Hannah, a determined mother of two, has faced a challenging two months without work, even though her invaluable skills are in high demand. If you have work for Hannah, here…

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Attorney-at-Law and JLP MP Donovan Williams Ponders Motion to Restrict Dual Citizens from Prime Minister Position

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 21, 2024

Donovan Williams has recently come under the spotlight for his controversial consideration to introduce a motion that would disallow dual citizens from holding the office of Prime Minister. This prospective legislation has sparked a fierce debate among political circles and the general populace. Williams, who is an Attorney-at-Law and JLP MP for Central Kingston, argues…

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Steely & Clevie Fish Market “Dem Bow” Riddim Lawsuit Can Move Forward

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 20, 2024

Jamaican producers Steely & Clevie are pushing forward with their high-stakes copyright infringement lawsuit targeting the reggaeton industry, after a pivotal ruling by a U.S. District Judge. The case revolves around claims that more than 1,800 reggaeton tracks have unlawfully borrowed a protected drum pattern from Steely & Clevie’s 1989 song “Fish Market.” Steely &…

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Opposition Leader Mark Golding failed to stand for Prime Minister Andrew Holness

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 19, 2024

Leader of the Opposition People’s National Party, Mark Golding, refused to stand when Prime Minister Andrew Holness was announced at the podium at the Diaspora Conference. Both took the state at the 10th Biennial Diaspora Conference Opening Ceremony. The two men, despite their political differences, shared the stage at the conference. Nevertheless, Golding’s refusal to…

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Israeli authorities responsible for war crimes in Gaza, UN inquiry finds

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 19, 2024

According to the report from the United Nations (UN), Israel have violated laws of war in Gaza. GENEVA (19 June 2024) – The UN Human Rights Office published an assessment today on six emblematic attacks by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) in Gaza last year that led to high numbers of civilian fatalities and widespread…

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Heart Trust’s Summer of Skills Programme is now accepting applications

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 18, 2024

The Heart Trust is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its highly anticipated Summer of Skills Programme. This initiative aims to provide young individuals with the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience in various fields. Participants will have the chance to engage in hands-on learning, workshops, and training sessions led by…

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The United States House of Representative approves defense bill that automatically enrolls men aged 18-26 for the draft

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 16, 2024

The House has passed a significant defense bill that entails automatic registration for the draft for men aged 18-26. The legislation, which has sparked considerable debate, mandates that young men in this age bracket be included in the Selective Service System, thus making them eligible for conscription in times of national emergency. The House of…

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New CNG Buses specifically for persons with disabilities

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 15, 2024

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Twelve new compressed natural gas (CNG) buses arrived in Jamaica in April, expanding Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) fleet. According to a statement from the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, the new CNG buses now join six which had previously arrived in January of this year with two more expected…

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Playing God with Nature? Golding to Dump Up Jamaica’s Natural Flood Shields

July 6, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Opposition Leader Mark Golding is courting controversy with his latest proposal to use swamp land for constructing affordable housing — a move that has triggered alarm bells among environmentalists, flood-risk experts, and concerned citizens alike. Golding, in his bid to address Jamaica’s longstanding housing crisis, has proposed…
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Mark Golding Dismisses School Bus System—But Is Jamaica Ready to Go Back to Robot Taxis?

July 6, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Opposition Leader Mark Golding has sparked national debate after signaling his intention to dismantle the Government’s national school bus system, criticizing the fleet as “old buses” and hinting at a return to the days when schoolchildren were left in the hands of private taxi operators. Golding’s comments…
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Mel B Ties the Knot in Iconic London Ceremony

Spice Girl marries longtime love Rory McPhee in romantic cathedral wedding London, England – July 5, 2025 — Global pop icon Melanie “Mel B” Brown, best known as Scary Spice from the legendary Spice Girls, is officially a married woman once again. The 50-year-old singer and TV personality exchanged vows with her fiancé of nearly…
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Dr. Tufton Announces Groundbreaking of $642M Outpatient Department at May Pen Hospital

July 5, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk May Pen, Clarendon – Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton, has officially announced the groundbreaking of a new $642 million Outpatient Department (OPD) at May Pen Hospital, marking a significant milestone in the Government’s efforts to modernize Jamaica’s healthcare infrastructure. The project, undertaken through the…
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U.S. Remittance Tax to Hit Jamaican Families Hard, Critics Warn

July 4, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk A controversial new U.S. tax on money transfers abroad is set to directly impact thousands of Jamaicans living overseas who send money home to support their families. The measure, part of former President Donald Trump’s newly passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act, introduces a 1% tax on…
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Ministry of Health Warns Against Use of Unregulated Sexual Enhancement Products

July 2, 2025 | Jamaica Live News DeskKingston, Jamaica — The Ministry of Health & Wellness is urging Jamaicans to avoid purchasing or using three unregulated products currently being marketed for sexual enhancement: Black Bull Extreme, Erectemax, and Royal Honey. The Ministry issued the warning following alerts from the United States Food and Drug Administration…
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