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July 2, 2026
by O’brian Wynter
Cholita aiming to make her mark with ‘Broken Promises’ EP
Emerging artiste Cholita is quickly carving out a unique lane in the music industry, bringing a refreshing blend of cultural influences, emotional storytelling, and genre-defying sounds to audiences…
July 1, 2026
Elizabeth Morgan | Marking the 250th anniversary of US Independence
CARICOM-US relations: A chequered trade history
BRITISH COLONIES
AND INDEPENDENT REPUBLIC
Besides the United Kingdom (UK/Britain) and Canada, the United States of America (USA) is the oldest…
July 1, 2026
by Andre Williams
Education ministry warns schools not to deny students access over registration fees
The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information is reminding school administrators that students must not be denied access to education because of an inability to pay registration or other…
July 1, 2026
St Mary man charged for alleged rape and robbery of woman he met on dating app
Detectives in St Catherine have charged a St Mary man for the alleged rape and robbery of a woman whom he met on the dating app Tinder.
July 1, 2026
Beryllium launches internal probe after Portmore Scotiabank ATM heist
Security company Beryllium Limited says it is undertaking a full internal investigation following the robbery of automated teller machines (ATMs) at the Portmore, St Catherine, branch of Scotiabank.
July 1, 2026
Scotiabank condemns ATM break-in and robbery at Portmore Branch
Scotiabank has condemned the break-in and robbery involving the automated teller machines (ATMs) at its Portmore, St Catherine, branch.
July 1, 2026
Harry Kane sends England into round of 16 of World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo
Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday.
July 1, 2026
3 people die of asphyxiation during Mexico City celebrations after World Cup win
Mexican health authorities said Wednesday that three people died of asphyxiation during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City after the national team’s victory over Ecuador secured a place in…
July 1, 2026
by Andre Williams
Full 16 per cent public passenger fare increase now in effect across Jamaica
Public passenger vehicle (PPV) operators across Jamaica are now charging the full 16 per cent fare increase approved by the Government, as the second phase of the adjustment took effect today, July 1.