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Across the Caribbean, authorities grapple with crime and public safety, as seen in Barbados where a man faced a hefty fine for illegal gun possession and the fire service battled multiple blazes. Meanwhile, residents in rural parishes demand solutions to recurring brush fires, highlighting the persistent challenges facing communities.
🇯🇲 JamaicaTufton urges action on Jamaica’s student health survey findings
Jamaica’s health minister, Christopher Tufton, has urged the country to take seriously the findings of its latest survey on adolescent health. He said the data should guide policies and programmes aim…
Electronic Certificate of Fitness service restored at all ITA Service Hubs
The Island Traffic Authority says all its Service Hubs in Jamaica can once again process Electronic Certificates of Fitness after damage to fibre infrastructure disrupted the service. Customers can ha…
Forex: $159.15 to one US dollar
The U.S. dollar ended trading in Jamaica at 159.15 Jamaican dollars on September 2, down six cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. The Canadian dollar closed at 114…
Falmouth Hospital gets $520 million rehabilitation boost after Hurricane Melissa damage
Falmouth Hospital has benefited from a $520 million rehabilitation project after Hurricane Melissa caused extensive damage to the 139-bed facility last October. Chief Executive Officer Carlington McKi…
Police Charge Woman Accused of Staging Her Own Kidnapping
A 36-year-old woman from Westmoreland, Jamaica, has been charged with creating public mischief after police alleged that she staged her own kidnapping. Police identified her as Alecia Watkins, also kn…
Uber to cut about 10% of global workforce
Uber is cutting about one in every 10 jobs worldwide as Chief Executive Dara Khosrowshahi seeks a simpler structure and faster decision-making at the ride-hailing company. Uber employs roughly 34,000 …
Morgan calls PNP airfare statement the latest attempt to mislead Jamaicans
Jamaican government Senator Marlon Morgan has accused the opposition of turning expensive airfares into a political weapon, calling a recent statement by People’s National Party tourism spokesperson A…
Shawn Storm and Kumpliment join forces on “Happy Life”
Kumpliment’s collaboration with dancehall artist Shawn Storm began after producer DJ Lux introduced the two musicians and they discovered shared interests. The resulting song, “Happy Life,” pairs Kump…
Glen Washington to Receive Grammy Nomination Certificates
Glen Washington’s long career will receive formal recognition on September 15, when the veteran Jamaican singer collects Grammy Nomination Certificates at Kingston’s Courtleigh Auditorium. The certifi…
St Catherine North Police Division records first murder-free month in 29 months
For the first time in 29 months, Jamaica’s St Catherine North Police Division recorded a full calendar month without a murder. August ended with no homicides, marking a milestone highlighted by the di…
Gayle praises expanded Tottori support ahead of Beijing 2027
Jamaica’s athletes will receive broader support from Japan’s Tottori Prefecture as they prepare for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing, according to Jamaica Athletics Administrative Ass…
Vybz Kartel signs Shenequa as first female artist on his label
Shenequa has become the first female artist signed to Vybz Kartel’s GreedyLion/Vybz Kartel Muzik label, opening a new chapter for the rising singer and songwriter in Jamaica’s Dancehall scene. Kartel’…
‘Whisper’ Richards Joins AFC Wimbledon on Loan
Jamaican winger Dujuan “Whisper” Richards has moved from Chelsea to third-tier club AFC Wimbledon on a season-long loan, the clubs announced Tuesday. The 20-year-old joined Chelsea in 2024 but has not…
JN Financial Academy course helps Jamaicans manage bills and credit
Dawn Griffiths already knew how to budget, but the JN Financial Academy’s Smarter Credit course changed the way she handles bills and credit. The paralegal said the lessons made her more conscious of …
Forex: Jamaican dollar ends trading at $159.21 to US dollar
The US dollar ended trading in Jamaica on Monday, September 1, at $159.21, up 19 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. The Canadian dollar also strengthened, ending…
Williams calls for more funding to address drought and land degradation at UNCCD COP17
Jamaica’s Delroy Williams said environmental commitments will remain limited unless governments secure the money needed to carry them out. Williams, the minister of state in the Ministry of Local Gove…
Chelsea agree to sign Atalanta’s Ahanor, with Palace loan for this season
Chelsea have agreed to sign Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor for a reported £40 million, but the 18-year-old will spend the coming season at Crystal Palace on loan. Ahanor will move from Serie A to sou…
China-Nepal flood toll tops 1,000 as tunnel rescue offers last hope
The death toll from devastating Himalayan glacial floods has surpassed 1,000, while rescue teams continue digging through hydropower tunnels for workers believed trapped inside. Nepal’s disaster autho…
Tents? No Way!
A tent that once held classes at Middle Quarters Primary and Infant School in St Elizabeth is no longer considered usable because of the heat. Principal Pauvine Watson-Barrett said students could not …
Tough Guardrails
Jamaica’s first licensed casino operator has received a licence, but not permission to open. Adamas Grand Casino Limited must meet all remaining conditions before it can begin operations at Princess G…
Andrew Price quietly optimistic as Tivoli Gardens rebuild for new Jamaica Premier League season
Andrew Price is optimistic about Tivoli Gardens’ chances in the new Jamaica Premier League season, but the veteran coach is keeping his prediction deliberately modest. Tivoli finished 10th last season…
Sheree Martin named first female CEO of NCBJ, effective Sept 1
Sheree Martin will become the first woman to serve as chief executive officer of National Commercial Bank Jamaica when her appointment takes effect on September 1, 2026. The bank’s board appointed her…
Former Gang Member Found Guilty of Murdering Tupac Shakur
Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur’s death, a Las Vegas court found former Los Angeles gang member Duane Davis guilty of murdering the rapper. The jury reached its decision after several hours of deli…
12 students receive ETDDC scholarships
Twelve students from central Spanish Town received scholarships through a new community programme created to ease the cost of returning to school. The Ellerslie Tawes District Development Committee he…
What we know about the US-Venezuela oil agreement
The proposed US-Venezuela oil agreement promises access to more than 65 billion barrels of proven reserves, yet its basic terms remain unclear. US President Donald Trump said his administration had se…
Young Chefs Cooking & Baking Club celebrates 20 Years
For Latoya Panton, the clearest sign of the Young Chefs Cooking & Baking Club's success comes years after children leave the kitchen. Former students return to tell her they still cook for their famil…
From a 1.2 GPA to graduating cum laude: Roshelle Pinnock’s academic turnaround
Roshelle Pinnock once considered dropping out of university after her GPA fell to 1.2. Four years later, she has graduated cum laude with a 3.5 GPA and is preparing to begin a graduate programme in th…
Applications still open for VP Foundation ECEM Scholarship at UWI, Mona
Students preparing for careers in entertainment and cultural industries can still apply for the Vincent and Patricia VP Foundation ECEM Scholarship at The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus. T…
US regulator and 22 states accuse Amazon of manipulating ad auctions in lawsuit
The US Federal Trade Commission and 22 states have taken Amazon to court over allegations that the company manipulated the auctions used to price digital advertising. The complaint says the conduct ge…
10 ways AI has changed everyday life
Artificial intelligence has become an everyday creative tool, helping people move from rough ideas to finished images, stories and digital content with only a few prompts. The technology can act as a …
Police constable Sheneka Burke becomes Jamaica’s first Miss 30+ Jamaica
Police constable Sheneka Burke made pageant history in Jamaica on Saturday night by becoming the first woman crowned Miss 30+ Jamaica. The inaugural competition took place at The Summit on Chelsea Ave…
Digicel Group appoints Salvador Hierrezuelo as group chief business officer
Digicel Group has appointed telecommunications executive Salvador “Salva” Hierrezuelo as its group chief business officer, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Hierrezuelo joins the Jamaica-based company after mo…
Four things parents should get right before the school bell rings
Back-to-school preparation in Jamaica usually focuses on booklists, uniforms, fees and transportation. The National Parenting Support Commission says parents should also prepare themselves for the yea…
Constant Spring Road reduced to a single lane amid roadworks
Motorists using Constant Spring Road in St Andrew are being warned to expect delays as roadworks reduce traffic to a single operating lane near the Oakland Apartment Complex. The Jamaica Constabulary …
Trump vows to hit Iran “hard” after first exchange of fire in weeks
Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran "hard" after the United States and Iran exchanged fire for the first time in more than a month. The United States said it struck Iranian rocket launchers on Lara…
Liverpool sign Barcola from PSG for reported £124 million
Bradley Barcola has become Liverpool’s second-most expensive signing after joining the Premier League club from Paris Saint-Germain. Liverpool announced the transfer on August 31, 2026. A source close…
Mayberry invests in the next generation at UTech Orientation Week 2026
Mayberry Investments used the University of Technology, Jamaica’s orientation week to urge students to view investing as an attainable part of their financial future. The company joined UTech’s Week o…
JCF sharpens focus on student safety ahead of new school year
Jamaica’s school resource officers are preparing for the new academic year with a focus on early intervention, not simply putting more police at school gates. On the Force for Good Podcast, National S…
More flooding feared at Grand Canyon as storm leaves 15 missing
Forecasters warned of renewed flash flooding in the Grand Canyon as crews searched for about 15 people missing after Saturday’s storm. At least one person died, and dozens of visitors were evacuated f…
Former Lacovia star Sabrina Dockery among four Jamaican winners in Berlin
Sabrina Dockery added another prominent result to her season by winning the women’s 100 meters at the ISTAF Berlin meet in Germany. The former Lacovia High School standout clocked 11.13 seconds with a…
More than 20 people may be missing after flash flood in Grand Canyon
More than 20 people may be missing after a flash flood hit part of Grand Canyon National Park, according to the National Park Service. The flooding struck Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch are…
Application deadline extended for 2026 National Science, Technology and Innovation awards
Jamaica has extended applications for its 2026 national science, technology and innovation awards until Sept. 14. The awards, held under the theme “Science Solves”, aim to recognise achievement and co…
Rastafarian leader slams St John cannabis seizure
Paul Ras Simba Rock, president of the African Heritage Foundation, has criticised police for a recent drug raid in St John. He argued that the cannabis seizure “disenfranchised” local growers.
St Mary’s Primary scholarship winners get a surprise
When Kailey Corbin, Sarah Mayers and their mothers were told by a teacher at St Mary’s Primary School to visit the offices of Goddard Enterprises Ltd, they did not know what awaited them there.
De Kock century not enough as Tridents suffer third straight loss
Quinton de Kock's century could not prevent Barbados Tridents from suffering their third straight defeat in the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League. St Kitts and Nevis Patriots condemned the Triden…
‘Project CARE’ relaunches as long-term food security drive
The government has relaunched Project CARE as a long-term drive for food security. The initiative will support households seeking to produce food, earn income and strengthen their resilience. The prog…
Project to bring farming to Deacons Farm and support 600 families
A relaunched farming project at Deacons Farm in Barbados is expected to support about 600 families. The project will provide livestock, crop materials and technical assistance. Some 400 of the partici…
Leach-Linton, 101, ‘last of Powers Gap’
Emsey Nevadney Leach-Linton celebrated her 101st birthday on Tuesday surrounded by family, hymns, praise and laughter. She is described as the last living relative in the Pickwick Gap community where …
Friday is now ‘Barbados Day’ for Independence celebrations
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has declared every Friday for the next 90 days “Barbados Day” as part of Independence celebrations. She called on Barbadians to wear the national colours, fly the flag and t…
Landscaper remanded after no surety available
A Waterford landscaper was remanded to Dodds Prison after telling a magistrate that no one was available to stand surety for him. Rasheed Obrien Winter, 37, of Longford Place, was named in the brief r…
Man ordered to pay compensation for stolen rings
A 23-year-old man admitted stealing four rings worth $2,700 from a friend and was ordered to pay compensation. Magistrate Manila Renee told him that he had sacrificed a lifelong friendship through the…
Moves to Make Circle Hooks Mandatory for Longline Fishing Fleet
Fisheries authorities are preparing to make circle hooks mandatory for every horizontal longline vessel operating in Barbadian waters. The planned requirement would force vessels to replace traditiona…
Sparman pleased with bodybuilders’ CAC performance
Dr. Alfred Sparman, president of the Barbados Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, expressed satisfaction with Barbados’ performance at last weekend’s Central American and Caribbean Bodybuildi…
Carriers cautious over CAL route gap
Caribbean Airlines’ decision to end its direct Tobago-Barbados passenger and cargo service on Wednesday has created a potentially important gap in regional air connections. The main carriers best plac…
HATI grads promised farmland
Agriculture Minister Shantal Munro-Knight has announced plans to provide qualifying Hope Agricultural Training Institute graduates with one to two acres of farmland free of charge.
Grand Market Vendors Call for a December Return
Artisans who took part in Barbados’ Caribbean Grand Market are already calling for the event to return in December after its 10-day run exceeded expectations. Carol Roberts, chief executive of the Nat…
AI Seen as Affordable Alternative for Women Entrepreneurs
Artificial intelligence could help women entrepreneurs address one of the costs that comes with expanding a business: hiring additional help. Melissa Savoury-Gittens, president of the National Organis…
New DLP president ‘must reconcile factions, rebuild party’
The Democratic Labour Party’s new president faces pressure to reconcile its factions and rebuild the party, according to the headline and description. The leadership has drawn sharply contrasting asse…
Estwick vows to rebuild DLP as a government-in-waiting
Former cabinet minister Dr David Estwick, the newly elected president of Barbados’ Democratic Labour Party, has pledged to rebuild the party as a “government-in-waiting.” Estwick also promised to shif…
DLP rebuild begins as Walters turns focus to Senate
The Democratic Labour Party has begun rebuilding under new leadership after suffering a 30-0 defeat in Barbados’ February general elections. Senator Ryan Walters, who held an integral leadership role …
Barbados eyes pickleball partnership to take road tennis worldwide
Barbados is looking to partner with the Ultimate Pickleball League in a move aimed at making the island a Caribbean hub for pickleball. The proposed partnership would also seek to expand the internati…
Police destroy $1.4m in cannabis plants in St John
Police destroyed nearly 6,000 cannabis plants valued at more than $1.4 million during an operation in several St John communities on Saturday. The operation was described in a police report. No furthe…
Judge Rejects State Request to Keep Attorneys Anonymous
A Trinidad and Tobago judge has refused to let State attorneys disappear from the public record in judicial review proceedings brought by Jason Beetam. Justice Vigel Paul rejected the request after fi…
Prime Minister stands by her words
Kamla Persad-Bissessar is refusing to soften the message that drew criticism on Trinidad and Tobago’s Independence Day. The prime minister said King Charles did not leave Beetham, Sea Lots and Laventi…
Basdeo: A battle cry to her party tied to succession
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar appears to have issued a battle cry to the United National Congress as the party confronts the question of who will eventually succeed her. Political analyst Dr M…
KFC raises prices in Trinidad and Tobago
KFC Trinidad and Tobago has raised the price of several meals, with some now costing $4 more as the chain faces higher input costs and more expensive access to foreign exchange. Prestige Holdings Ltd …
PM’s Independence Day remarks prompt call for sedition investigation
The First Wave Movement wants the police commissioner to investigate Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar’s Independence Day message to United National Congress supporters for possible sedition. In a…
NCRHA investigates alleged gang links in public hospitals
The North Central Regional Health Authority has opened an investigation into reports of alleged gang infiltration in public hospitals, citing claims of intimidation, extortion, threats and gang affili…
Manning says he gave police no documents over corruption allegations
Brian Manning says he has not handed any documents to police after raising corruption concerns within the People’s National Movement’s San Fernando East constituency executive. Speaking before a gener…
SANDO CLOSE TO LAST FOUR
Club Sando moved to within one point of the Concacaf Caribbean Cup semifinals with a confident 2-0 victory over Defence Force at Hasely Crawford Stadium. Luke Phillips opened the scoring in the 24th m…
TTCB pledges more support for U-19 girls
Trinidad and Tobago’s Under-19 women’s team returned from Antigua as unbeaten champions, and the Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board has promised to improve the facilities available to them. TTCB presid…
Mollineau reaches round of 32 at Americas Youth Championships
Mateo Mollineau emerged as Trinidad and Tobago’s standout player at the ITTF-Americas Youth Championships in Guatemala City, advancing to the round of 32 in Boys’ Under-15 singles. Mollineau topped gr…
Desperation time for TKR
The margin for error has vanished for defending Caribbean Premier League champions Trinbago Knight Riders. With only four points and three matches left, TKR need a victory against the Antigua and Barb…
Coach KG Elite Go Undefeated to North Zone Second Division Title
Coach KG Elite turned an eighth-place finish into an undefeated championship in just one season, completing the 2026 Lincoln “Cripple” Griffith North Zone Basketball League Second Division campaign wi…
Magnolia Hockey5s tournament gets underway today
Magnolia Hockey Club is bringing indoor hockey back into the spotlight with an Indoor Hockey5s tournament at the Woodbrook Youth Facility. The five-day competition begins today and runs through Saturd…
Surviving the downpour
The Trinidad and Tobago Football Association is being scorched by financial pressure and drenched by public scrutiny, with silence surrounding several key questions. The association’s administrative r…
ChatGPT for Teens: learning tool or shortcut?
ChatGPT for Teens is designed to help 13- to 17-year-olds learn, but an Oklahoma school principal says the platform could also place a heavy oversight burden on adults. OpenAI launched the service on …
Business leaders back prison crackdown but call for sustained action
Business leaders have welcomed Trinidad and Tobago’s decision to keep searching prison officers and expanding surveillance and intelligence work as authorities try to crack down on rogue officers. Dia…
Trinidad and Tobago’s Canada Mission Is a Market-Entry Strategy, Not a Trade Trip
The next Trinidad and Tobago trade mission to Canada will not be judged by the number of meetings arranged or business cards exchanged. Its stated aim is to help companies enter the market with a clea…
More than steel: A vanadium opportunity for Trinidad and Tobago
The proposed reopening of the former ArcelorMittal steel plant at Point Lisas could mean far more for Trinidad and Tobago than a return to steel production. It could become the base for a wider metals…
Ragbir takes the helm at First Citizens
First Citizens has overhauled its executive management team, with Sana Ragbir taking over as acting group chief executive after Jason Julien’s resignation. Ragbir was appointed acting group CEO of Fir…
KFC raises prices on nine menu items in Trinidad and Tobago
KFC Trinidad and Tobago has increased prices on nine menu items, with some meals costing up to $4 more as the chain faces higher operating costs. Simon Hardy, chief executive of parent company Prestig…
Kamla calls for ‘savagery’
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar used Trinidad and Tobago’s 64th Independence Day to deliver a hard-edged message to her United National Congress supporters: diplomacy alone is not enough. “Fines…
King Charles and Marco Rubio congratulate Trinidad and Tobago on independence
King Charles III and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have both congratulated Trinidad and Tobago as the country marks 64 years of independence, with India’s foreign minister also sending greetings. …
Moody’s reaffirms factors supporting Trinidad and Tobago’s stable outlook
Trinidad and Tobago’s Finance Ministry says Moody’s has reaffirmed the foundations of the country’s stable credit outlook, highlighting its institutions, fiscal buffers and expected recovery in gas pr…
Hetmyer blitz spoils TKR’s Independence Day party
Shimron Hetmyer turned a rain-shortened Caribbean Premier League match into a personal showcase, smashing 111 not out from 43 balls as Guyana Amazon Warriors defeated Trinbago Knight Riders by nine ru…
Bring accountability, not more budget theatrics
Trinidad and Tobago’s annual budget has become more performance than measurement, according to this editorial. Parliament hears hours of speeches, billions are allocated on paper, and the Government d…
Agostini moves to resolve PHL minority shareholding
Agostini Ltd is moving to address the shares held by Prestige Holdings Ltd shareholders who rejected its takeover offer, after discussions with the Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commissi…
Welcome return to open courts
Trinidad and Tobago is beginning a phased return to physical court hearings, restoring a form of public access that the country’s courts have struggled to provide since the Covid-19 pandemic. The retu…
Queen’s Park Oval honours Bravo, Pollard and Narine with renamed stand
Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine now have their names permanently displayed at Queen’s Park Oval, the latest recognition for three Trinidad and Tobago cricketers who rose through the club…
Fans at mercy of Oval wrecker
Fans can pay for tickets, jerseys, food and drinks at Queen’s Park Oval, then lose another $500 when their vehicles are towed. The commentary argues that this recurring parking problem turns major mat…
The race issue—less heat more light
As Trinidad and Tobago marks the 64th anniversary of independence, the writer calls for a serious investigation into race relations, arguing that recent controversies show the country has made little …
Nissan, Honda deepen auto tech partnership
Nissan and Honda are expanding their partnership into the electronic systems that will power vehicles expected to reach the market in fiscal 2029. The Japanese automakers said they will jointly develo…
Republic Bank closes Glencoe agency
Republic Bank is closing its Glencoe agency at Highland Plaza on Western Main Road effective today. The bank has also decommissioned the ATM at the location. Accounts previously held at the agency hav…
The hot Arctic
The Arctic is warming so quickly that the High North could see its first ice-free summer by 2030. The region covers about 4% of the globe, yet its transformation is reshaping access to resources, ship…
Defence Force meet Club Sando in Concacaf Caribbean Cup
Defence Force FC and Club Sando FC meet in a local derby that promises little separation between two familiar rivals. The Group A match in the 2026 Concacaf Caribbean Cup takes place at Hasely Crawfor…
Headliner lands Independence Cup
Headliner turned the Independence Cup into a one-horse contest, leading from the start and winning the 1,800-metre Group 1 feature at Santa Rosa Park. The 4/5 favourite was ridden by Noel Abrego and t…
Tobago honours young participants for preparing for the world of work
Tobago’s youth programmes ended with certificates, awards and a message that completion should mark a beginning rather than an endpoint. The Department of Youth Empowerment held a combined closing cer…
Workers Are an Investment, Not a Cost
Gary Vaynerchuk’s message to employers is blunt: judging workers for failing to match an owner’s effort is a sign of poor leadership. The commentary argues that companies cannot demand founder-level c…
Please increase the old-age pension
The writer, who expects to become a pensioner in two years, says older people are being forced to make painful choices between essential medicines, food and household bills. The commentary describes e…