President-elect Donald Trump has named Pete Hegseth who is labeled a white supremacist as defence secretary

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 15, 2024

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Pete Hegseth, a host at Fox News, author, and military veteran, as his selection for the position of Secretary of Defense. Hegseth, 44, who has completed service in Afghanistan and Iraq, will assume responsibility for overseeing the world’s most formidable military in his initial political capacity. In his announcement…

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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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Prime Minister Andrew Holness: The JCF Cannot have any of it’s members involve in gangs

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 12, 2024

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has achieved a significant milestone, with 99 Sergeants scheduled to graduate from the Inspector Development Course at the National Police College of Jamaica. In his address to the graduates, Prime Minister Andrew Holness recognized that there have been instances of criminal elements infiltrating the police force. He emphasized to the…

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Jamaica and the United States collaborates to track down delinquent student loan borrowers

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 11, 2024

Jamaicans who have accumulated unpaid student loans and choose to migrate to the United States (US) will encounter considerable challenges when seeking to update or renew their immigration status. Cheryl Surjue, the Manager of the Loan Servicing Department at the Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB), informed JIS News that a partnership has been established between the…

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School Anti-Gang Week from November 10 to November 16

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 11, 2024

According to the Jamaica Information Service, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MoESYI), through its Safety and Security in Schools Unit, will observe Anti-Gang Week from November 10 to November 16, under the theme ‘Follow the TREND, Bring Gang Inna Schools to an End.’ This observance will be conducted in collaboration with the…

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Donald Trump plans to end Birthright Citizenship

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 9, 2024

President Donald Trump has reiterated his campaign promise to abolish Birthright Citizenship. In a recently released video as President-elect, Trump reaffirmed his long-standing commitment to terminate this practice. He asserted that he intends to eliminate automatic citizenship for children born in the United States to undocumented immigrants. This stance contradicts the longstanding interpretation of the…

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Dear Kamala Harris

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 6, 2024

Dear Kamala Harris, We want to take a moment to acknowledge the immense courage it takes to embrace the challenges of becoming the first woman president of the United States. Your journey was a bold and powerful statement in a historical context where, despite the efforts of remarkable women before you, we have yet to…

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Severe flooding as tropical storm Rafael passes through Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 5, 2024

The 18th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season is intensifying as of Tuesday morning, having developed in the Caribbean region. Tropical Storm Rafael is projected to steadily, if not rapidly, increase in strength as it progresses past the western coast of Jamaica, heading towards Cuba, where it is anticipated to make landfall later in…

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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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Social media sensation ‘Candy Wow’, remanded in custody on assault charges: Court heard she is not Jamaican

The Social media sensation known as ‘Candy Wow’, legally named Keresia Brown, found herself in handcuffs today as she faced the St Catherine Parish Court on a serious charge of assault occasioning bodily harm, stemming from a shocking incident where she unleashed her fury on a woman at her stall in Old Harbour. The Passport,…
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Tiktok star 1Babaskenng shot dead during Livestream

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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Popular Chinese mechanic has been ordered to close operations pending government investigation

The Whole Hearted Car Services Company, located in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine, and operated by Chinese nationals, has been mandated to suspend its operations until the immigration status of its Chinese employees is fully verified. This directive has been issued by the Work Permit Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. This follows…
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Strong warning to Jamaica from Asafa Powell

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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Do not eat contaminated chicken washed up in Jamaica

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is advising the public not to consume chicken products recently washed ashore in Hellshire. These items, originating from Brazil, were not intended for local distribution and have been exposed to unsafe conditions, posing serious food safety risks. The authorities are particularly concerned about the potential contamination of these products…
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The United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio official visit to Jamaica

Jamaica had the distinct honor of welcoming U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The bilateral relationship with the United States has endured for many decades; as stated by Prime Minister Andrew Holness, the visit represents an invaluable opportunity for meaningful discourse as Jamaica strives to uphold and enhance its relationship for the mutual benefit of…
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