Kishane Thompson Blazes to 9.75 — Faster Than Lyles, Makes History with the Fastest 100m Time in a Decade

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 28, 2025

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – Kishane Thompson has officially entered sprinting’s elite stratosphere. On Friday night at the Jamaican National Championships, the 23-year-old unleashed a searing 9.75 seconds to win the men’s 100m final — the fastest time in the world since 2015 and now the sixth-fastest mark in history. Thompson ran a blistering 9.75s (0.8), securing…

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One Last Run. One Last Roar. Shelly-Ann Says Goodbye to Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 28, 2025

By Jamaica Live Sports Desk | June 27, 2025 Kingston, Jamaica —The National Stadium erupted in joy last night as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce secured her spot at the World Championships in Tokyo—marking her final international appearance. Shelly-Ann leaves the track as Jamaica’s most decorated female sprinter, a true legend and one of the greatest athletes the…

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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Bids Farewell on Home Soil After Emotional Final Race in Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 28, 2025

By Jamaica Live Sports Desk | June 27, 2025 Kingston, Jamaica — In what was undoubtedly an emotional chapter in Jamaican sporting history, the “Pocket Rocket” Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce competed in her final race on home soil at the Jamaican National Championships, held at the National Stadium in Kingston. The four-day championships, running from June 26–29,…

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Why Jamaican Athletes Running for Turkey Just Won’t Be the Same

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 21, 2025

A growing trend of Jamaican athletes switching allegiance to countries like Turkey has raised eyebrows — and for good reason. It may look like an opportunity for greater financial support or international exposure, but the truth is, running for another country is not the same. Especially when that country isn’t Jamaica. A significant shift is…

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Usain Bolt has been appointed as Jamaica’s Global Tourism Ambassador

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 23, 2025

Jamaica’s esteemed sprint icon, Usain Bolt, has officially been appointed as Jamaica’s Global Tourism Ambassador. This distinguished role will enable the world’s fastest man to represent Jamaica’s culture and tourism on the international stage. In his capacity as Global Tourism Ambassador, Bolt will actively promote Jamaica’s tourism and highlight the nation’s rich cultural heritage to…

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Strong warning to Jamaica from Asafa Powell

By Jamaica Live Medias / April 17, 2025

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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Sunshine Girls triumphed over England with a 61-53 win to take the Rhone Hornsby trophy

By Jamaica Live Medias / November 26, 2024

Sunshine Girls triumphed gloriously, claiming the Rhone Hornsby trophy with an exhilarating victory over England, finishing with an electrifying score of 61-53! Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls delivered an electrifying performance in the ultimate showdown, triumphing over England with a thrilling score of 61-53 in a nail-biting finale of the Horizon Netball Series held at the National…

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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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Chris Gayle rose from humble beginnings to become one of cricket’s greatest batsmen

By Jamaica Live Medias / October 30, 2024

Universe Boss Chris Gayle was featured on Virgin Radio Dubai this week inan interview with radio host, Kris Fade. Virgin Dubai is the United ArabEmirates #1 hit music radio station. The interview unfolds just as the excitement builds for Chris Gayle’s electrifying party, 40 Shades of Gayle, set to light up Dubai on November 2nd,…

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Reggae Boyz Triumph Over Honduras with a 2-1 Victory

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 11, 2024

In a thrilling match, the Reggae Boyz secured a 2-1 victory against Honduras. In a thrilling Concacaf Nations League match, the Jamaica men’s senior national team faced off against Central American opponent Honduras on Tuesday, September 10. The intense showdown took place at the Nacional Chelato Uclés stadium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and ended with a…

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Cameroon erupts after the world oldest president claim victory

Jamaica Live International News– | Oct 27, 2025 Protests flared across Cameroon after the Constitutional Council declared President Paul Biya, 92, the winner of the October 12 presidential election, extending his four-decade rule into an eighth term. Security forces clashed with demonstrators in the commercial hub of Douala/Yaoundé on Sunday, leaving at least four people…
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Hurricane Melissa heads to Jamaica: We take a closer look at the major issues that contribute to flooding

The planet is approximately 79 percent water. Human settlements are already at a natural disadvantage when it comes to flooding. In Jamaica, persistent and severe flooding is driven by several human-induced factors: Destruction of Mangroves and Wetlands:Mangroves and wetlands serve as natural coastal defenses. They absorb storm surges, reduce erosion, and act as buffers during…
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Opposition Leader Mark Golding and his Team Walked Parliament Sparks Controversy

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 22, 2025 Tensions flared in Parliament on Tuesday after Opposition Leader Mark Golding and his team abruptly walked out of the House during a session addressing matters related to Tropical Storm Melissa. According to reports, the incident began after Minister Matthew Samuda, who has responsibility for Water, Environment and…
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Yohan Blake Honoured with National Order of Distinction for Track and Field Excellence and Philanthropy

Jamaica Live Sports Desk– | Oct 21, 2025 Olympian Yohan Blake has added another prestigious accolade to his remarkable career — this time, from his own country. The sprint legend was conferred with the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Commander (CD) during the National Investiture Ceremony at King’s House on National Heroes Day,…
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Trinidad and Tobago breaks ranks with CARICOM, jeopardising peace in the region

Jamaica Live Regional News – | Oct 20, 2025 Trinidad and Tobago’s government, led by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, on Sunday, October 19, again declared its “categorical” support for the ongoing U.S. military presence and operations in the southern Caribbean Sea. The statement—issued by the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs—came amid heightened regional tension following…
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Jamaica Live Confirms Larceny Charges Against PNP Activist Kamla Forbes-Thomas in North Carolina

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 14, 2025 Jamaica Live can confirm that Kamla Forbes-Thomas, a known People’s National Party (PNP) activist, was arrested in Burke County, North Carolina, on July 20, 2025, on charges of Larceny of Property and Receiving or Possessing Stolen Goods. According to information obtained from Gaston County officials, Ms. Forbes-Thomas…
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