The first ever Artisan Village in Jamaica and the Caribbean opens in Falmouth

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 28, 2024

Prime Minister Andrew Holness unveils a striking innovation in the heart of Jamaica and the Caribbean – the first ever artisan village located in Falmouth. This groundbreaking initiative aims to bring forth a space for local artisans to showcase their unparalleled talents, providing visitors a memorable experience steeped in history and culture. The vibrant artisan…

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International footballer Leon Bailey give back to Jamaica and donates to Bellevue Hospital

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 27, 2024

May 27, 2024 – Time 09:00 AM ET: The International football sensation, and a proud son of Jamaica, Leon Bailey proves his love and commitment to his birthplace yet again. He was part of a group of Jamaicans who participated in the May 23 Labour Day cleanup and beautification of Bellevue Hospital, Kingston. He became…

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Gramps Morgan Coming Home To Brooklyn With First Solo Performance

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 26, 2024

Roy “Gramps” Morgan from the Grammy Award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage is going back home to Brooklyn for his first solo performance. The Jamaican-American singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, producer, record executive, is the son of the late, legendary reggae artiste Denroy Morgan, the founder of the band Morgan Heritage. Gramps Morgan is set to headline in Tortola…

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Nicki Minaj fans in Manchester left disappointed after her arrest in Amsterdam

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 25, 2024

Thousands of Nicki Minaj fans gathered at Co-op Live, Manchester for a live performance, were severely disappointed as the gig was called off. The singer was arrested in Amsterdam on preceding Saturday afternoon on charges of alleged possession of ‘soft drugs,’ after a search operation conducted on her luggage prior to her flight departure to…

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DJ and music producer Diplo draws criticism over his property in Portland Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 25, 2024

Diplo, a popular DJ and music producer, is currently facing criticism over his recent acquisition of an estate in Portland, Jamaica. The backlash stems from concerns regarding the impact of foreign ownership on local communities and local residents and activists argue that such purchases can lead to gentrification and displacement of locals. Diplo was born…

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More Haitians Arrive in Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 23, 2024

As of March 2024, over 120 Haitian migrants have arrived in Jamaica by boat since July 2023. In March 2024, 59 Haitian children and 13 caregivers arrived in Jamaica from an orphanage in Haiti that was surrounded by armed gangs. The children were evacuated due to growing unrest in Haiti, and the trip to Jamaica was uneventful. However,…

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Moses West Foundation: A Potential Solution to Jamaica’s Water Shortage

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 22, 2024

The Moses West Foundation, a non-profit organization, has implemented an innovative water technologies to address water issues affecting disenfranchised communities. One such technology is their atmospheric water generators (AWGs), which harness the humidity in the air to produce clean, drinkable water. These AWGs have already made a significant impact, providing much-needed water to local communities…

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Daryl Vaz on Tuesday declared that “nothing is private or secret”

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 22, 2024

Daryl Vaz, the Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications, and Transport, has defended his actions in disclosing information about Opposition Leader Mark Golding’s passport and citizenship. This has sparked concerns about breaches in data privacy. Vaz stated, “nothing is private or secret” in reference to the concerns. He further claimed, “no public figure, whether in Jamaica…

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Sprint Legend Usain Bolt Given Proclamation to the City of Lauderhill

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 21, 2024

The city council of Lauderhill has chosen to honor Jamaican sprinter and world record holder, Usain Bolt, by dedicating a formal proclamation in his honor. This honor serves to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments and influence of Bolt, whose performances in the 100 and 200 meters are remembered by athletics enthusiasts worldwide. Usain Bolt, arguably the…

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United States citizens allegedly among a foiled coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 20, 2024

In a significant development, U.S. citizens were found to be involved in a failed coup attempt in Congo. The local authorities have detained the suspects and commenced investigatory procedures to uncover the underlying evidence and conspiracy behind the coup. According to Aljazeera, at around 4am local time on Sunday May, 19, dozens of men wearing…

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Government Clarifies U.S. Migrant Transit Deal Amid Public Backlash

Jamaica Live News Desk– | June 16, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A storm of controversy erupted online Tuesday after the Jamaica Gleaner reported that Jamaica had agreed to accept non-nationals being removed from the United States under a new arrangement between the two countries. The headline, “DEPORTEE DEAL – Jamaica offers to accept non-nationals being…
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Jamaican-Born MrBeast Winner Released After Being Swept Up In Paraguay Drug Probe

Jamaica Live News Desk– | June 02, 2026 Jamaican-born pilot Jabari Brown, the young aviator who rose to international fame after winning a private jet challenge hosted by YouTube megastar MrBeast, found himself at the centre of an international drug trafficking investigation in Paraguay over the weekend. Brown, 20, who is known online as “Captain…
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Woman Gives Birth Mid-Flight from Jamaica to US, Ignites Birthright Citizenship Debate

Jamaica Live News Desk– | April 11, 2026 A routine flight from Kingston to New York turned into a global talking point after a baby was born mid-air aboard Caribbean Airlines Flight BW005 on April 4, 2026 — raising a complicated and controversial question: Where does this child legally belong? Passengers onboard the flight, which…
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JUTC Drivers Busted in an alleged Expanding Ticket Fraud Scandal

Jamaica Live News Desk– | April 11, 2026 The scandal rocking the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) is widening, as detectives from the National Strategic Anti-Gang Division (NSAD) have slapped charges on four more employees in a growing crackdown on alleged fare fraud. The accused—31-year-old Kimanie Brown of Sandy Bay, Clarendon; 41-year-old Nikesha Bell of…
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Ask for Justice, Get Locked Out: UK Party Targets Countries Over Reparations

Jamaica Live News Desk– | April 10, 2026 Reform UK’s proposal to block visas over slavery reparations ignites outrage across the Caribbean, raising deeper questions about Britain’s historical accountability. A political firestorm is brewing across the Atlantic after Britain’s right-wing Reform UK party declared that it would deny visas to nationals from countries pursuing slavery…
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Crime Against Humanity—But No Accountability? U.S., Israel and Argentina Vote ‘No’ as World Confronts Slavery’s Legacy”

On March 25, 2026, the United Nations General Assembly passed a historic resolution—A/80/L.48—formally declaring the transatlantic trafficking and racialized enslavement of Africans as “the gravest crime against humanity.” Backed by 123 nations and championed by Ghana under the leadership of John Dramani Mahama, the resolution pushes the world closer to an uncomfortable but long-overdue conversation:…
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