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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Mount Pleasant Hit by U.S. Visa Denials Ahead of Champions Cup Clash with LA Galaxy

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Mar 11, 2026 Jamaican football club Mount Pleasant FA has suffered a major setback ahead of its historic debut in the Concacaf Champions Cup, after ten of its players were denied visas to travel to the United States for Wednesday’s match against Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy. The St.…
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Canadian Fugitive Wanted for Murder Extradited from Jamaica to Face Justice in Toronto

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Mar 10, 2026 A Canadian fugitive who fled to Jamaica after a fatal shooting in Toronto has been extradited back to Canada to face murder charges, according to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). The suspect, 43-year-old Debbie Sue Jones, was wanted by the Toronto Police in connection with a second-degree…
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Board of Peace in Pieces: Indonesia Puts U.S.-Led Initiative on Hold Amid Iran War

Jamaica Live International News– | Mar 9, 2026 Indonesia has suspended all discussions regarding its potential participation in the United States-led Board of Peace (BoP) initiative, citing escalating military tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns for the safety of its citizens in the region. According to Reuters, Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono confirmed on…
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Trump Jabs Kamala Harris While Praising Trinidad PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar at Summit

Jamaica Live Regional News – | Mar 7, 2026 U.S. President Donald Trump stirred political debate on Saturday, March 7, 2026, after appearing to take a swipe at former Vice President Kamala Harris while speaking at the Shield of the Americas Summit. During remarks welcoming regional leaders, Trump singled out Kamla Persad-Bissessar, the Prime Minister of…
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Florida Congressman Carlos Giménez Praises Jamaica’s Move to End Cuba Medical Programme After Earlier Threats

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Mar 6, 2026 Meanwhile, Jamaica is now grappling with the impact of ending the Cuban medical programme, which for decades supplied doctors and nurses to support the island’s healthcare system. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Florida Republican congressman Carlos A. Giménez has once again ignited debate across the Caribbean after praising Jamaica’s…
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Jamaica Ends Decades-Long Medical Cooperation Programme With Cuba Amid Diplomatic Pressure

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Mar 5, 2026 Kingston, Jamaica — Jamaica has officially discontinued its long-standing medical cooperation programme with Cuba, bringing to an end a partnership that has helped support the island’s public health system for more than five decades. The decision, announced Thursday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade,…
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