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Adrianna Laing is safe and not missing, says JCF in dismissing social media claims
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is refuting claims circulating on social media platforms that teenager Adrianna Laing is missing.
June 20, 2026
by Sashana Small
Golding’s Diaspora integration plan rebuffed as ‘farfetched’
Opposition Leader Mark Golding’s recommendation for the Jamaican Diaspora to be integrated into the country’s governance structure has been dismissed as “farfetched” by political commentator Lloyd B.…
June 20, 2026
by Lester Hinds
Spark deadline pushback - Morgan declares ‘speed without quality is not success’
The completion date for phase one of the SPARK (Shared Prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network) programme has been officially revised from the end of 2026 to March 31, 2027,…
June 20, 2026
by Tanesha Mundle
Rural disconnect - Russell calls for coordinated strategy to address persistent inequalities in Jamaica
Charging that the Government has abandoned rural development as a national priority, Opposition spokesman on rural and community development Dr Kenneth Russell on Wednesday proposed sweeping reforms,…
June 20, 2026
by Albert Ferguson
Tufton promises better healthcare around the corner for Jamaicans on north coast
WESTERN BUREAU:
Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says Jamaicans living along the island’s north coast will soon begin to benefit from significantly improved healthcare services as…
June 20, 2026
by Mickalia Kington
NCDA warns children also vulnerable to stress, trauma and anxiety
Western Bureau:
The National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA), is calling on communities to abandon outdated beliefs and embrace efforts to protect children’s mental health and well-being as…
June 20, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
Jamaican Diaspora form trade bridge with UK - High commissioner eyes possibilities through new chamber of commerce
WESTERN BUREAU:
Alexander Williams, Jamaica’s high commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK), is looking forward to the success of the recently established British Jamaican Chamber of Commerce…
June 20, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
Qahal Yahweh religious group members freed in child endangerment case
WESTERN BUREAU:
Two years and three months after their trial began in April 2024, members of the Qahal Yahweh religious group, who were facing charges related to child endangerment, walked free…
June 20, 2026
by Neil Armstrong
GoFundMe set up to help Jamaican man’s recovery
TORONTO: An organisation that supports many Jamaican international students in Ontario has established a GoFundMe to help a student pay the costs incurred from a critical medical situation.