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June 30, 2026 by Sashana Small

Building tomorrow’s innovators - ICT Teacher of the Year Duval Ebanks dreams big for students
Camperdown Primary and Infant School teacher Duval Ebanks envisions a classroom of the future equipped with sensory technology that creates an interactive and sustainable learning environment for his…
June 30, 2026 by Kimone Francis

CHINA CLAPS BACK - Beijing rejects US concerns, says Jamaica ties built on mutual benefit
China has rebuffed comments by United States (US) ambassador nominee Kari Lake, as it defended its 53-year relationship with Jamaica, pointing to over US$2.1 billion in local investments and recent…
June 30, 2026 by Tanesha Mundle

The law will apply to motorists appearing before the courts, says Sykes
Motorists appearing before the courts should continue to expect demerit points and driver disqualifications where the law requires, says Chief Justice Bryan Sykes, even as the Government prepares for…
June 30, 2026

Jamaicans urged to stay hydrated as temperatures soar

Residents are being urged to take proactive steps to prevent dehydration and other heat-related illnesses, as Jamaica continues to experience unusually high temperatures.
June 30, 2026

NIS contributors urged to check records regularly
Contributors to the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) are being encouraged to consistently check on their contribution records to ensure that employers are remitting the contributions.
June 30, 2026 by Andre Williams

Jamaican Parliament observes moment of silence for Venezuela following devastating earthquakes
Jamaica’s House of Representatives on Tuesday paused proceedings to express solidarity with the people of Venezuela following the recent earthquakes that devastated parts of the South American nation.
June 30, 2026 by Rasbert Turner

Man charged with robbing, stabbing businessman in McCooks Pen granted $800,000 bail
Twenty-year-old Giavanni McFarlane, who is charged in connection with the March 1, 2026 stabbing and robbery of a businessman in McCooks Pen, St Catherine, was today granted $800,000 bail with surety…
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June 30, 2026 by Janet Silvera

Vernon: MoBay needs more authentic attractions
WESTERN BUREAU: Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon has joined the call for more authentic, community-based attractions in the western city in a push to move it beyond just beaches, hotels and a…
June 30, 2026 by Christopher Thomas

Tufton hoping for full CRH restoration by end of year
The cut off date for full restoration of the Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in Montego Bay has been extended from September 2026 to March 2027, but Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton…