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July 19, 2026
by Tanesha Mundle
AAJ wants judicial discretion restored in firearm sentencing before new court term
The Advocates’ Association of Jamaica (AAJ) is urging the Senate to restore judicial discretion in firearm sentencing, arguing that mandatory minimum penalties are producing unjust outcomes and should…
July 19, 2026
Why Trump covets Greenland
The Associated Press:
Location, location, location: Greenland’s position above the Arctic Circle makes the world’s largest island a key part of security strategy.
Increasing international tensions,…
July 18, 2026
Saka’s hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game
Bukayo Saka scored three goals to lead England to a 6-4 win over France for third place in the World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi’s career World Cup scoring record and took the lead…
July 19, 2026
What remains of the Iran deal as fighting rages
The Associated Press:
The conflict between Iran and the United States has intensified in recent days and an interim deal to end the fighting has collapsed less than a month after it was signed.
The…
July 19, 2026
July 19, 2026
INSPIRING JAMAICA - Where a liberator found refuge
In the heart of downtown Kingston, at the corner of North Parade and Church Street, stands a building that links Jamaica to one of the most consequential figures in the history of the Americas.
July 19, 2026
Of Wood and Water explores landscape, memory and transformation in Jamaican art
Of Wood and Water: The Scotiabank Collection, examines Jamaican landscape, identity and cultural memory through a curated selection of works from the Scotiabank Jamaica Art Collection and Jamaica’s…
July 19, 2026
Donna Mattis | A deepening dilemma - Government’s salary increases in 2023 loom over healthcare crisis
In a striking contradiction, recent reports from the Jamaica Medical Doctors’ Association have highlighted that the healthcare sector remains on life support due to chronic overcrowding and dangerous…
July 18, 2026
Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals
Kylian Mbappé moved past Lionel Messi for the career World Cup scoring record on Saturday, scoring twice for France in the third-place match against England to reach 22 goals.