News
June 3, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
Over 100 Rose Heights residents to get land titles
WESTERN BUREAU:
Once boundaries are determined through an upcoming survey, about 150 residents of Rose Heights in St James Central are set to receive land titles, formalising ownership of the…
June 3, 2026
Cybersecurity skills shortage persists, says Fortinet
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the digital landscape, organisations worldwide face a persistent shortage of cybersecurity talent, according to…
June 3, 2026
by Bryan Miller
New twist in Hopewell’s Old Steamer Beach saga
WESTERN BUREAU:
The National Works Agency (NWA) yesterday served notice on the persons claiming ownership of the popular Old Steamer Beach in Hopewell, Hanover, to remove fencing and columns that…
June 3, 2026
by Carl Gilchrist
Men facing up to the test - Improved turnout for prostate cancer screening at health fair
More men turned out for prostate cancer screening and other health checks at the fifth annual Men’s Health Fair in Ocho Rios on Sunday than in previous years, according to organisers from the Jamaica…
June 3, 2026
Drone soccer showcases new frontier for STEM innovation
Drone technology, robotics, and esports recently took centre stage at Jamaica House as Jamaica Drone Soccer delivered a live demonstration highlighting new opportunities for STEM education,…
June 4, 2026
J’ca elected to OAS women’s executive committee
Jamaica has been elected to the executive committee of the Inter-American Commission of Women (CIM), securing a prominent role in shaping regional gender policy over the next three years.
June 4, 2026
by Albert Ferguson
Treasure Beach to spark south coast expansion
WESTERN BUREAU:
Delano Seiveright, the state minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, say Treasure Beach, in St Elizabeth, is poised to play a pivotal role in the drive to…
June 3, 2026
'Stunned' Jamaican author Diana McCaulay wins prestigious Royal Society of Literature prize
Jamaican author Diana McCaulay has won the 2026 Royal Society of Literature (RSL) Ondaatje Prize for her novel A House for Miss Pauline, securing the £10,000 (J$2 million) award at a ceremony in…
June 3, 2026
ECJ starts consultations on boundary adjustments linked to Portmore parish status
The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) has begun consultations on electoral boundary adjustments linked to Portmore’s parish status as part of efforts to align constituency lines with…