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Pope Leo XIV delivers his speech during his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square, at the Vatican.
April 14, 2026

Michael Abrahams | Christian perspectives on the Iran war

On February 28, the US and Israel launched an unprovoked bombing attack on Iran. The country was engaged in negotiations regarding its nuclear programme at the time, but the aggressors claimed it was…
Clifton found his perfect match with Nicole and married her years later, all thanks to cricket.
April 15, 2026 by Krysta Anderson

ISLAND WEDDING | Clifton and Nicole make love match at Sabina Park

When Nicole Douglas and Clifton Dyer took their seats in the stands at Sabina Park, both expected nothing more than an enjoyable game of cricket. But as the runs mounted and wickets fell, so too did…
April 14, 2026

Immigration Corner | Under which conditions would an application for bail release be successful?

Dear Mr Bassie, I would like to know what factors contribute to the likelihood of succeeding when applying for bail while in detention. J.C. Dear J.C., Persons are able to apply for immigration bail…
The Pentagon is seen from an airplane, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
April 13, 2026

Another boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean leaves two dead, US military says

WASHINGTON (AP) — The US military said it carried out another strike Monday on a boat accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people. The campaign of attacks on…
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April 13, 2026

33-y-o man killed in Priory, St Ann

The St Ann police have launched an investigation into the gun slaying of a man in the parish on Monday morning. The deceased has been identified as Oshane Rankin, a 33-year-old, recording company…
April 13, 2026

Contractor, eight alleged undocumented Chinese construction workers charged

A Jamaican contractor and eight Chinese nationals have been charged after the foreigners reportedly overstayed their time in Jamaica and worked in the country without a permit. They were charged on…
The shoes of victims of a deadly stampede sit by the main entrance of the Citadelle Laferriere in Milot, Haiti, Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Ketlain Difficile)
April 13, 2026

Haiti arrests five police officers and two other suspects over deadly fortress stampede

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Authorities in Haiti have arrested seven suspects, including five police officers, after a fatal stampede killed at least 25 people at a historic mountaintop fortress over…
Tents housing several of the displaced residents at Petersfield High School in Westmoreland.
April 13, 2026

JTA says timeline for relocation of school shelter occupants not ideal

The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) says the Government's announced timeline for removal of Hurricane Melissa shelter occupants from school compounds appears "longer than is ideal".…
Wazim was involved in a verbal altercation with cops during the protest and the situation escalated.
April 13, 2026

Update | Police accused of assaulting man during protest in Westmoreland

P olice personnel in Westmoreland are being accused of using excessive force after a man was allegedly manhandled by them during Monday's roadblock in Hertford in the parish. Taxi operators on…