Jamaica highlights rising cost of climate change at ICJ hearing

Flooding has taken a devastating toll on Jamaica over the past two decades, with 35 flood events between 2000 and 2010 causing a staggering $132.5 billion in losses and damage, a stark reminder of the island's vulnerability to climate change. The …

Jamaica must renew commitment to the disadvantaged - JMEA President

  President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), Sydney Thwaites, has called for a renewed commitment by Jamaican companies to support disadvantaged communities. He made the call earlier this week while addressing the launch of …

Jamaica-born Kalisha Dixon makes waves in Maryland politics

Born and raised in the gritty inner-city community of Grants Pen, St Andrew, Kalisha Dixon is spreading her Jamaican roots in Maryland, where she has been elected council member for the town of Bladensburg. Dixon ran on a Democratic ticket, defeating three …

Who is West Ham striker Michail Antonio? Jamaica star ‘stable’ after horror car crash

WEST Ham striker Michail Antonio was taken to hospital following a horror car crash. A witness told The Sun they first saw car at 12.50pm on Saturday December 7, but the West Ham star wasn't cut out by fire crews until around 1.45pm. The Hammers posted …

Who is Michail Antonio? West Ham and Jamaica forward ‘stable’ after serious car crash

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Brooklyn and Jamaica stores sell winning Take 5 tickets

11 NEW YORK, NY — Two lucky Take 5 players won $9,444 each in the December 5 midday drawing, with top-prize-winning tickets sold in Brooklyn and Jamaica, New York Lottery officials announced Thursday. The tickets were purchased at D O M Grocery on 2911 …

Student and staff member hit by bus in front of Curley School in Jamaica Plain

Jamaica: Court refuses to compel IC to approve PM’s financials… but grants Holness right to challenge reports

by Tanesha Mundle (Jamaica Gleaner) Prime Minister Andrew Holness has lost his bid to force the Integrity Commission (IC) to certify his 2022 and 2023 statutory declarations, but has been given the go-ahead to seek the court’s authority in getting the IC’s …

A Historic Start to the Cruise Tourism Season in Falmouth, Jamaica

FALMOUTH, Jamaica –Jamaica has received 1.1 million cruise visitors since the beginning of the year, marking a robust beginning to the 2024/2025 cruise tourism season. From December 2 to 5, 2024, ten ships docked at the three primary resort ports, …

Jerk Chicken: The fiery legacy of Jamaica’s flavourful icon

Jerk chicken, with its smoky, spicy and aromatic appeal, is one of Jamaica’s most iconic dishes, beloved worldwide for its bold flavours and rich history. This method of seasoning and cooking meat has deep roots that trace back to Jamaica’s indigenous …