‘Jamaica No Jam Makai’ well received at premiere

Tolga Ackayli and Ethan 'Yaadman' Campbell-Reid at the premiere of Jamaica No Jam Makai (Photo: Joseph Wellington) KINGSTON, Jamaica — The pilot episode of anime series Jamaica No Jam Makai received a roaring applause from viewers at its screening...

US visa fees to spike under Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful’ law

Jamaicans seeking to travel to the United States (US) on a visitor, student or work visa will now face a steep increase in the fees charged by the American government. As set out in the newly signed-into-law ‘Big Beautiful Bill’, Jamaicans wanting...

Premier Wheatley attending 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting in Jamaica

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica- Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is away from the Virgin Islands from July 5 to July 9, 2025, attending the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of...

Jamaica’s airports set for major expansion amid rising travel demand

Jamaica’s airport network is in for a major upgrade, with more than US$500 million in proposed investments aimed at expanding capacity, enhancing safety, and meeting the country’s growing demand for air travel. Minister of Science, Energy,...

‘Reggae music, Usain Bolt’ lure Jingle app to launch in Jamaica

It was not by chance that UK-based information technology and telecoms company Minutes Network chose Jamaica to host the official launch of the new Jingle creator app. It was deliberate. And Vladimir Emmerig told The Sunday Gleaner that the...

Jamaica to launch regularization process for undocumented Dominican nationals

In a landmark move hailed as a humanitarian and diplomatic triumph, the Government of Jamaica has agreed to initiate a regularization process for Dominican citizens living in the country without legal immigration status. The announcement, made by...

Jamaican creative launches ambitious project to build nation’s first sound stage

Despite being featured in global blockbuster films like James Bond: No Time to Die and Pirates of the Caribbean, Jamaica has yet to establish a single full-scale sound stage — a critical piece of infrastructure in modern film and television...

Want-away Campbell believes in Jamaica’s talent

ALTHOUGH SET to switch his allegiance from Jamaica to Turkey, men’s Olympic shot put bronze medallist Rajindra Campbell believes Jamaica has the talent to become a global force in the throws events. However, he said more will need to be done to...

U-19 Earthquake! USA Topple Jamaica as Barbados Roar into Title Defence

Source: CNW The curtain rose on the Rising Stars Men’s Under‑19 50‑Over Championships in Basseterre, St Kitts, with fireworks far beyond the July sky. Day One delivered a headline‑grabbing upset for the USA, a crushing statement from defending...

Mike McCallum to be buried in Jamaica, Minister Grange confirms

JAMAICAN boxing legend Mike McCallum, who passed away on May 31 at the age of 68, will be laid to rest in his homeland. The confirmation came from Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, in an exclusive...

JAMAICA-IMMIGRATION-Jamaica agrees to launch regulation process for illegal nationals from Dominican Republic

JAMAICA-TOURISM-Western parish emerging as leading tourist destination

Orville Taylor | Radio Jamaica 94 at 75

We called him ‘Ridiff’. To this day, his name is unknown. Maybe he never told us. Sitting on the veranda that was as small as a hypocrite’s mind, I would watch as he rode into the yard, at month end, skilfully navigating the standpipe, the sole...

Christian Coleman Loses Ground to Jamaicans as Prefontaine Performance Raises Red Flags

“The Hayward magic is real.” Those five words from Christian Coleman—spoken with a nostalgic glint in his eye—capture more than just admiration for a track. They echo a story of growth, redemption, and quiet triumph written over the years. Back in...

PM Kamla absent as regional leaders meet in Jamaica

Akash Sama­roo Se­nior Re­porter akash.sama­roo@cnc3.co.tt As re­gion­al lead­ers con­vene in Mon­tego Bay, Ja­maica, to­day for the 49th Cari­com Heads of Gov­ern­ment meet­ing, this coun­try’s Prime Min­is­ter will be un­ex­plain­ably ab­sent....

Jamaica reaffirms its commitment to CARICOM

As the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) marks its 52nd Anniversary on 4 July 2025, Chairman of CARICOM, Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica, has underscored the centrality of unity and cooperation for the Region’s future. “CARICOM has embodied...

Changing of the guard in the leadership of Netball Jamaica

There was a changing of the guard at the helm of Netball Jamaica following Saturday's Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Summit in New Kingston. Director of Marketing and Sponsorship, Karen Rosen-Baugh succeeded immediate past president Tricia...

Kishane Thompson and Ackera Nugent lead Jamaican charge on historic day at Prefontaine Classic

Olympic silver medallist Kishane Thompson and national record holder Ackera Nugent delivered stunning victories on a thrilling day of action at the Prefontaine Classic in Hayward Field, Oregon, on Saturday — a meet that also saw two world records...

Prime Minister Gaston Browne Leads Antigua and Barbuda Delegation at 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Conference in Jamaica

Prime Minister Gaston Browne Leads Antigua and Barbuda Delegation at 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Conference in Jamaica Montego Bay, Jamaica – 5 July 2025 – Prime Minister the Honourable Gaston Browne is leading Antigua and Barbuda’s...

Jamaica making its mark in attracting high-end tourists

THE EDITOR, Madam: I just can’t contain myself with the news that MGM Muthu Hotels is coming to Jamaica with the official opening of Grand Muthu Club Caribbean in Runaway Bay on August 1. The Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett recently announced the...