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WATCH: ‘We a hustle too’: Vendors moved from Reggae Sumfest no-vending zone
Published: July 19, 2026 01:05
For many Jamaicans, Reggae Sumfest is more than a celebration of music. It is an opportunity to earn.That hope was dampened for several vendors on Saturday evening after law enforcement officers instructed them to remove their stalls from outside the gates…
WATCH: Reggae Sumfest traffic plan passes first test as patrons avoid gridlock
Published: July 19, 2026 00:48
After weeks of concern over whether thousands of patrons could descend on Plantation Cove without the notorious traffic gridlock that has long plagued the venue, Reggae Sumfest's traffic management plan appears to have passed its first major test.As of…
England edge France 6-4 in World Cup bronze match
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/england-edge-france-6-4-world-cup-bronze-match/
Published: July 18, 2026 23:36
MIAMI, United States (AFP) -- England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.Both teams had higher aspirations at the 2026 tournament but suffered…
St Vincent contributes to Caricom humanitarian aid for Venezuela
Published: July 18, 2026 21:39
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent (AFP) — St Vincent and the Grenadines has joined other member states within the Caribbean Community (Caricom) in providing humanitarian assistance to Venezuela following the earthquakes on June 24.St Vincent contributed to the…
UN experts urge probe into ‘interference’ at protests for Mexico’s missing during of World Cup
Published: July 18, 2026 20:53
GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — United Nations experts called Saturday for impartial investigations into allegations of "undue interference" of protests seeking to draw attention to Mexico's disappearance crisis during the football World Cup.Security…
England World Cup star Rogers set to join Chelsea
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/england-world-cup-star-rogers-set-join-chelsea/
Published: July 18, 2026 20:22
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign England World Cup midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, according to several reports on Saturday.Rogers, 23, who has impressed during the tournament in North America, will fetch a…
TODSS calls for probe into deadly Trelawny crash
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/todss-calls-probe-deadly-trelawny-crash/
Published: July 18, 2026 20:10
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Transport Operators Development Sustainable Service (TODSS) is calling for a thorough investigation into Friday's deadly two-vehicle crash along the Salt Marsh main road in Falmouth, Trelawny, which claimed seven lives.In a…
Gaza health officials say children among 10 killed in Israeli strikes
Published: July 18, 2026 18:44
GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories (AFP) — Gaza's civil defence and hospitals said Israeli attacks on Saturday killed 10 people across the territory, among them three children and their parents.A ceasefire remains in place between Israel and Palestinian…
NCB advises customers of changes to high-value cheque processing
Published: July 18, 2026 18:14
KINGSTON, Jamaica — National Commercial Bank Jamaica (NCB) is advising customers to prepare for upcoming changes to the processing of high-value cheque payments as the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) moves to modernise the country's payments system.Effective…
Dovey Magnum, Cartadon team up for new single ‘Motion’
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/dovey-magnum-cartadon-team-new-single-motion/
Published: July 18, 2026 18:04
Boston Boys Records, the US-based label, is preparing to release a new collaboration featuring dancehall artistes Dovey Magnum and Cartadon.The pair team up on Motion, a steamy track produced by the label that is scheduled for release in the coming days…
Omar McFarlane resigns as operations manager at JFF
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/omar-mcfarlane-resigns-operations-manager-jff/
Published: July 18, 2026 17:57
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Omar McFarlane has stepped down as operations manager of the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF), saying the decision was made to assist the cash-strapped organisation as it undergoes restructuring. He will continue serving the federation…
Tony Roy expands fan base with ‘There Is Something on Your Mind’
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/tony-roy-expands-fan-base-something-mind/
Published: July 18, 2026 17:45
Reggae fans in the Maryland/Washington DC area are familiar with Tony Roy, who has made that region his stomping ground for over 25 years. With the success of his two previous songs, the singer has expanded his base.Those songs, Flying Machine and I’d Love…
Cayman Islands confirms imported case of cyclosporiasis amid US outbreak
Published: July 18, 2026 17:40
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (CMC) — The Cayman Islands has confirmed one case of cyclosporiasis, but public health officials say the infection was acquired overseas and there is no evidence of local transmission.The confirmation comes as the United States…
Spain braces for third heatwave with highs above 40C
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/spain-braces-third-heatwave-highs-40c/
Published: July 18, 2026 17:06
MADRID, Spain (AFP) — Spain is set to enter its third heatwave of the summer on Tuesday, with temperatures forecast to climb above 40C across large parts of the country, the national weather office said.The heatwave will be fuelled by a persistent area of…
Fantan Mojah’s team sets record straight on official representatives after singer’s death
Published: July 18, 2026 16:09
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The management team of late reggae artiste Fantan Mojah has moved to clarify the official representation of the singer, stating that Ray Stephens has no authority to speak on behalf of the artiste, his family or his estate.In a…
Man accused of assaulting father-in-law referred to restorative justice
Published: July 18, 2026 15:45
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man accused of assaulting his father-in-law has been referred to restorative justice following his appearance in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday.Damoun Lewis is charged with assault occasioning bodily harm.When the…
Man fined $14,000 over airport parking and disorderly conduct
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/man-fined-14000-airport-parking-disorderly-conduct/
Published: July 18, 2026 15:39
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man was fined a total of $14,000 after pleading guilty to unlawful parking, using indecent language and behaving in a disorderly manner at the Norman Manley International Airport.Rohan Maxwell admitted to the offences, which stemmed…
Caymanas Park set for World Cup final tailgate
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/caymanas-park-set-world-cup-final-tailgate/
Published: July 18, 2026 15:32
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Caymanas Park is preparing for its largest “Watch It Big” tailgate of the FIFA World Cup season on Sunday, with Republic Beach Club partnering for the finale of Supreme Ventures Limited's JustBet Goal Rush series.The World Cup final…
Seville, Williams earn podium finishes at London Diamond League
Published: July 18, 2026 15:17
World leader Oblique Seville and Stacey Ann Williams earned podium finishes at Saturday’s Novuna London Athletics Meet at the Olympic Stadium, the 11th stop on the 14-stage Wanda Diamond League series.Seville was second in the men’s 100m and Williams third…
Infantino’s enlarged World Cup gamble pays off with punters
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/infantinos-enlarged-world-cup-gamble-pays-off-punters/
Published: July 18, 2026 15:13
PARIS, France (AFP) — The World Cup has engaged punters like never before with an 80 per cent increase in betting volume compared to the 2022 edition, even taking into account the higher number of matches for a 48-team tournament, a betting expert told…
Messi, Yamal come full circle in World Cup showdown
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/messi-yamal-come-full-circle-world-cup-showdown/
Published: July 18, 2026 14:58
EAST RUTHERFORD, United States (AFP) — When Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal line-up against each other in the World Cup final on Sunday it will mark the closing of an incredible full circle moment that has been two decades in the making.In 2007, a…
US expands sanctions against Cuban government-linked entities
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/18/us-expands-sanctions-cuban-government-linked-entities/
Published: July 18, 2026 14:56
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) — The United States (US) has imposed sanctions on 10 Cuban entities as part of what it described as a broader effort to counter the Cuban Government’s activities in Cuba and throughout the region.In a statement, the US…
Family dispute leads to restorative justice referral in stepfather assault case
Published: July 18, 2026 14:50
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man accused of assaulting his stepdaughter has been referred to restorative justice following his appearance in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday.Shuwayne Crawford is charged with assaulting a female after allegedly…
Man accused of assaulting child’s mother referred to restorative justice
Published: July 18, 2026 14:44
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man accused of assaulting the mother of his child has been referred to restorative justice after appearing in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday.Maurice Wright faces a charge of assault occasioning bodily harm stemming…
Former Miss Universe Jamaica contestant LaToya Malcolm dies
Published: July 18, 2026 14:38
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A former contestant of Miss Universe Jamaica, LaToya Malcolm, has died.Miss Universe Jamaica made the announcement via a statement shared on Saturday. Her cause of death was not disclosed.Malcolm had competed in the 2024 Miss Universe…
Garfield Sobers and Collie Smith: A brotherhood that outlived tragedy
Published: July 18, 2026 14:23
Sir Garfield Sobers, the legendary West Indies cricketer who died in his native Barbados on Friday, had a strong personal relationship with Jamaica that started in the late 1950s. He was a budding star then, and his mentor was Collie Smith, the Jamaican…
Minor among three charged in connection with shooting of taxi operator
Published: July 18, 2026 02:49
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Three males, including a minor, were arrested and charged in connection to the shooting of a taxi operator on Duke Street in Kingston on June 23.Charged are 18-year-old Raheem Dunningham of Wildman Street, Kingston, 18-year-old Jayden…
Venezuela taps IMF for $365 m for earthquake reconstruction—interim president
Published: July 18, 2026 02:37
CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP)—Venezuela's interim president said Friday that the country would tap $346 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to be used for earthquake reconstruction."This will help support the affected families with housing,…
Over $1.6 m worth of stray cattle impounded in St Elizabeth
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/1-6-m-worth-stray-cattle-impounded-st-elizabeth/
Published: July 18, 2026 01:27
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) says it is intensifying its crackdown on illegal grazing of livestock on residential and private properties, following a recent operation in St Elizabeth,…
Aston Villa sign Swiss World Cup star Manzambi
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/aston-villa-sign-swiss-world-cup-star-manzambi/
Published: July 18, 2026 01:13
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)—Aston Villa announced the signing of Switzerland World Cup star Johan Manzambi from German side Freiburg on Friday for a reported club record fee of just over £50 million ($67 million).Midfielder Manzambi arrives after an…
Kingston man charged with larceny of motor vehicle
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/kingston-man-charged-larceny-motor-vehicle/
Published: July 18, 2026 00:34
KINGSTON, Jamaica—A Kingston man has been charged in connection to the theft of a Toyota Fielder motor car from Cortina Avenue in Kingston 13 between Thursday, July 9, and Friday, July 10.He has been identified as 37-year-old Oniel White of Tower Avenue in…
World Cup organisers ‘monitoring closely’ wildfire smoke ahead of final
Published: July 18, 2026 00:01
NEW YORK, United States (AFP)—World Cup organisers said Friday they were "monitoring closely" the smoke gripping swaths of the United States ahead of the tournament's weekend final in New Jersey which has been affected by dangerously unhealthy air."There's…
Brooky Danger riding wave of success with ‘Joy Within My Soul’
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/brooky-danger-riding-wave-success-joy-within-soul/
Published: July 17, 2026 23:48
Recording artiste Brooky Danger is celebrating the growing success of his inspirational single Joy Within My Soul, which continues to gain momentum on radio stations in Jamaica while attracting increasing support from international broadcasters and DJs.The…
Market Bag: Bananas slide to $1,200, Tomatoes, $100; Kevin Downswell shares shopping tips
Published: July 17, 2026 23:47
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prices at Kingston's Coronation Market are easing this week, with vendors reporting lower costs for several popular items despite ongoing drought conditions affecting farmers across multiple parishes.While some produce, such as bananas…
Westmoreland man charged following motorcycle theft
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/westmoreland-man-charged-following-motorcycle-theft/
Published: July 17, 2026 23:42
KINGSTON, Jamaica—A Westmoreland farmer was arrested and charged in connection with the theft of a motorcycle in the parish on Saturday, June 20.He has been identified as 32-year-old Davion Bailey, a farmer of Amity district, Westmoreland.Reports from the…
Your first AI agent — teach Microsoft 365 Copilot to draft the month-end commentary your way
Published: July 17, 2026 23:23
Somewhere on your computer there is a note holding your best prompt. You know the one: the paragraph you paste into an AI chat at month-end, refined over months until the commentary comes out the way you like it — the format, the thresholds, the rule about…
SBA reform not intended to increase pressure on students—CXC
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/sba-reform-not-intended-increase-pressure-students-cxc/
Published: July 17, 2026 23:11
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is assuring students, teachers and parents that the reform of school-based assessments (SBAs) is not intended to increase pressure or anxiety for candidates.Speaking in an interview with JIS News,…
Fitz-Henley hails ‘iconic’ Sir Garfield Sobers as important to Caribbean identity
Published: July 17, 2026 23:04
KINGSTON, Jamaica—State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister Senator Abka Fitz-Henley has hailed Barbados national hero and cricket icon Sir Garfield Sobers as an important figure to the regional identity of the Caribbean.Sobers passed away on…
APOLOGY AND CORRECTION
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/apology-and-correction/
Published: July 17, 2026 22:46
On Monday, 13 July 2026, the Jamaica Observer published an article entitled "Dead Girl’s Ghost Haunts Dayton."The Observer acknowledges that the headline was capable of conveying the false impression that Dr Campbell had some association with, or…
Lisa Simone working on reggae album with Jah Screw
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/lisa-simone-working-reggae-album-jah-screw/
Published: July 17, 2026 22:39
For some time, Lisa Simone pondered recording a reggae album, but wanted things to be right when she took the plunge. That came in late 2025 when she met producer Paul “Jah Screw” Love through a mutual friend.Jah Screw, best known for his work with…
Brazil calls on UN and FIFA to combat World Cup racism
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/brazil-calls-un-fifa-combat-world-cup-racism/
Published: July 17, 2026 22:33
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AFP)—Brazil's top human rights body on Friday urged the UN and FIFA to act against racism, citing slurs targeting players including French star Kylian Mbappe during the 2026 World Cup.Rampant racist messaging in the stands, online…
Vaz accuses PNP of attempting to dodge responsibility for toll fee increase
Published: July 17, 2026 22:17
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Transport Minister Daryl Vaz is accusing Opposition Spokesperson for Land and Works, Lothan Cousins and the People's National Party (PNP) of misleading the public, doubling down that the recent increase in toll fees is a result of…
Elegance Ballroom Experience to support JCF Convalescence Home
Published: July 17, 2026 22:07
A portion of the proceeds from this year's Elegance: The Ballroom Experience will benefit the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Convalescence Home in Black River, St Elizabeth, allowing patrons to enjoy an evening of ballroom entertainment while supporting…
Forex: $159.50 to one US dollar
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/forex-159-50-one-us-dollar/
Published: July 17, 2026 21:15
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Friday, July 17, ended at $159.50, up by 20 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary.Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar ended trading at $113.77 up from $113.63 and the…
Venezuela quake death toll exceeds 5,000
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/venezuela-quake-death-toll-exceeds-5000/
Published: July 17, 2026 20:55
CARACAS, Venezuela (AFP)—The twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month killed over 5,000 people, National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez posted on Telegram Friday.The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck within a minute of each other on June 24,…
Grange hails Garfield Sobers as symbol of West Indian excellence
Published: July 17, 2026 20:42
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Minister of Sport Olivia Grange says the Caribbean and the world have lost a titan following the passing of Barbados national hero and cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers on Friday.“The Caribbean and the world have lost an absolute titan.…
WIPA expresses condolences on passing of Sir Garfield Sobers
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/wipa-expresses-condolences-passing-sir-garfield-sobers/
Published: July 17, 2026 20:24
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) has expressed condolences at the passing of former Barbados and West Indies cricketer and captain, the legend Sir Garfield Sobers.Sobers, born July 28, 1936, in St Michael, Barbados, died at…
Trump blames Canada for smoke pollution from wildfires
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/trump-blames-canada-smoke-pollution-wildfires/
Published: July 17, 2026 20:08
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—United States (US) President Donald Trump lashed out at Canada on Friday, as wildfire smoke drifting down from the United States' northern neighbor triggered air quality alerts across much of the country ahead of the World…
Opposition accuses Vaz of misleading public about toll fees
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/opposition-accuses-vaz-misleading-public-toll-fees/
Published: July 17, 2026 19:53
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Spokesperson on Land and Works, Lothan Cousins, is calling on the Government to provide full transparency regarding the proposed increase in toll rates and the planned expansion of the Mammee Bay Toll Plaza.In a statement on…
PNP pays tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/pnp-pays-tribute-sir-garfield-sobers/
Published: July 17, 2026 19:40
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Opposition Spokesperson on Labour and Sport, Wavell Hinds, has paid tribute to Barbados national hero and cricket giant Sir Garfield Sobers following his passing on Friday.Hinds in a press release on Friday, described the West Indies…
CGC intensifies investigative training ahead of casino industry rollout
Published: July 17, 2026 19:10
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Casino Gaming Commission (CGC) says it deepened its investigative capacity through an intensive three-day Gaming Investigations Training workshop, held July 14 to 16, as Jamaica prepares for the opening of the casino gaming…
Fitz-Henley leads Senate tributes to Stephen Francis
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/fitz-henley-leads-senate-tributes-stephen-francis/
Published: July 17, 2026 19:00
The Upper House of Parliament paid tribute Friday to iconic track and field coach, Stephen Francis, who died last week.State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, Senator Abka Fitz-Henley led the tributes and credited Francis for leaving a career…
From pandemic pain to praise: Kevin Downswell opens up on new album
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/pandemic-pain-praise-kevin-downswell-opens-new-album/
Published: July 17, 2026 18:45
Award-winning Jamaican gospel artiste Kevin Downswell says his upcoming album is the most personal project of his career and the most vulnerable he has ever allowed himself to be in his music.Speaking with the Jamaica Observer ahead of his Pre-Album Launch…
Tackling Messi ‘huge challenge’ for Spain — Merino
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/tackling-messi-huge-challenge-spain-merino/
Published: July 17, 2026 18:20
EAST HANOVER, United States (AFP) — Spanish super-sub Mikel Merino said Friday that neutralising the threat of Lionel Messi will be a "huge challenge" as La Roja prepare for their World Cup final showdown against Argentina.Argentina skipper Messi, 39, has…
Barbados declares national day of mourning following Sobers’ death
Published: July 17, 2026 17:39
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (AFP) — Prime Minister Mia Mottley has announced that Barbados will observe a national day of mourning in honour of cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers, who passed on Friday.In a video statement confirming the death of the Bajan…
Seven now confirmed dead in Falmouth two-vehicle crash
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/seven-now-confirmed-dead-falmouth-two-vehicle-crash/
Published: July 17, 2026 17:31
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — The death toll from the two-vehicle crash on the Bogue Gate section of the highway in Trelawny has risen to seven after a second victim admitted to the Falmouth General Hospital succumbed to injuries on Friday morning.Five people died…
Education Ministry publishing information related to school repairs
Published: July 17, 2026 17:27
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government says it is ensuring greater accountability and transparency in the management of school repairs being undertaken following Hurricane Melissa.As part of this process, information related to the rehabilitation projects will…
US links Taco Bell lettuce to multistate parasite outbreak
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/us-links-taco-bell-lettuce-multistate-parasite-outbreak/
Published: July 17, 2026 16:43
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — United States (US) officials on Friday pinned the source of a diarrhoea-causing foodborne parasite as shredded iceberg lettuce used by the fast food chain Taco Bell.A federal investigation by the Food and Drug Administration…
Andy Burnham: ‘King of the North’ to become UK PM
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/andy-burnham-king-north-become-uk-pm/
Published: July 17, 2026 16:34
LONDON, United Kingdom(AFP) — Andy Burnham boasts man-of-the people vibes, but behind the casual exterior lies ruthless ambition and political reinvention that has helped propel him to become the UK's next prime minister.The 56-year-old was appointed…
Tsunami warning as southern Mexico hit by 7.3 magnitude earthquake
Published: July 17, 2026 16:18
MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AFP) —A tsunami alert has been issued following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Mexico on Friday.The US Geological Service (USGS) said southern Mexico and parts of Central America were hit.Residents felt intense tremors in the Mexican…
Foreign nationals placed in shelter for safety amid violent anti-immigrant protest
Published: July 17, 2026 16:03
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AFP) — South African police said on Friday they had arrested 69 people after an anti-immigrant protest on the country's southeast coast descended into looting and left at least one person hospitalised.South Africa has been swept…
UPDATE: Death toll rises to 6 in Falmouth crash
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/update-death-toll-rises-6-falmouth-crash/
Published: July 17, 2026 15:35
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — The death toll from Friday's head-on collision between a truck and a minivan along the Trelawny leg of the North Coast Highway has risen to six.The latest victim was among three people who sustained injuries in the crash and were taken…
Cricket giant Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/cricket-giant-sir-garfield-sobers-dies-89/
Published: July 17, 2026 15:21
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC) – The cricketing fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of Barbados’ National Hero, Sir Garfield Sobers on Friday.Sir Garry passed away at the age of 89 at his home in Highgate Gardens, 11 days shy of his…
5 dead, 3 injured in Falmouth crash
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/5-dead-3-injured-falmouth-crash/
Published: July 17, 2026 14:37
TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Five people have been confirmed dead and three others injured following a head-on crash between a truck and a minivan along the Trelawny leg of the North Coast Highway on Friday morning.Details surrounding the crash have not yet been…
Paris region deaths more than doubled during June heatwave: health authorities
Published: July 17, 2026 14:00
PARIS, France (AFP) — The rate of deaths in the Paris region was more than double normal levels during a record-breaking heatwave last month, France's health agency said on Friday."A very high excess mortality rate was observed in Ile-de-France (between…
UN warns of mass killings in Haiti
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/17/un-warns-mass-killings-haiti/
Published: July 17, 2026 13:53
UNITED NATIONS, United States (CMC) — The United Nations says it has been made aware of the “horrific report” of human rights abuses in Haiti resulting in the killing of at least 61 people, including 14 children, during the period July 4-9.The United…
Fi We Children calls for ‘full investigation’ after Munro student drowns in St Thomas
Published: July 17, 2026 13:26
KINGSTON, Jamaica —The Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) has called for a "full investigation" following the tragic drowning of 16-year-old Munro College student Kamal Reynolds in St Thomas.Reynolds, who is from St Elizabeth, disappeared on Wednesday after…
Parents encouraged to safeguard children during summer break
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/parents-encouraged-safeguard-children-summer-break/
Published: July 17, 2026 02:31
ST JAMES, Jamaica—Parents and guardians are being urged to take extra precautions during the summer holidays to protect children from heat-related illnesses, accidental poisoning and the risk of sexual abuse.Medical Officer of Health for Westmoreland, Dr…
Education minister urges greater parental engagement during high school years
Published: July 17, 2026 01:32
ST JAMES, Jamaica —Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, is encouraging parents to remain actively engaged in their children’s lives after they transition to high school, stressing that the teenage years are a…
Binding concession agreement negotiated by PNP responsible for contractual toll rate adjustments, says Vaz
Published: July 17, 2026 00:29
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the recently announced toll rate adjustments is a result of a legally binding concession agreement entered into between the former People's National Party (PNP) administration and private…
‘The Hive’ appoints different as REIT manager
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/hive-appoints-different-reit-manager/
Published: July 17, 2026 00:17
different Capital Limited has secured another real estate investment trust (REIT) engagement, as it has been appointed REIT manager for The Hive, which is set to become western Jamaica's new home for sport, wellness, and entertainment.Located at Catherine…
CIBC joins banks to cease isssuing, accepting $1-million cheques
Published: July 16, 2026 23:46
KINGSTON, Jamaica—CIBC Caribbean Bank will stop issuing and accepting cheques valued at $1 million or more in Jamaica from September 1 as the banking sector begins the phased elimination of cheques.The restriction will include manager’s cheques, the bank…
‘NOT FAIR!’ Taxi operators cry foul over new JUTC services in Greater Portmore
Published: July 16, 2026 23:43
Taxi operators who ply the Greater Portmore to Portmore Mall route in St Catherine say their livelihoods are being threatened by the introduction of competing state-operated bus services at half their prices and cheaper.The cabbies told Observer Online…
Police constable pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2025 killing of D’Jonnay Graham
Published: July 16, 2026 23:28
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Police constable Patrick Walters pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Wednesday in connection to the fatal shooting of D’Jonnay Graham in Essex district, Richmond, St Mary on June 25, 2025.The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions…
Flow, Jamaica Pegasus team up for football watch parties
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/flow-jamaica-pegasus-team-football-watch-parties/
Published: July 16, 2026 22:38
KINGSTON, Jamaica—As the FIFA World Cup heads into its thrilling final stages, Flow and The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel are partnering to give football fans an exciting space to enjoy the biggest matches of the tournament.Flow has transformed the hotel lobby…
Avaran finds his ‘Sunshine After Rain’
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/avaran-finds-sunshine-rain/
Published: July 16, 2026 22:04
Internationally acclaimed Bahamian reggae artiste Avaran is hoping to warm hearts with his new lovers rock single, Sunshine After Rain, as he embarks on his first dedicated promotional tour of Jamaica.Recorded at Kingston’s renowned Anchor Recording…
Pepsi partners with Made4Goal to fuel next generation of Jamaican football talent
Published: July 16, 2026 21:56
Jamaica consistently produces elite football talent through schoolboy football and the Jamaica Premier League (JPL), but finding the direct opportunities to connect those players to the next level remains a challenge.That is why Pepsi-Cola Jamaica has…
Jamaican man arrested in New York for allegedly killing his niece over inheritance of family home
Published: July 16, 2026 21:51
A Jamaican man was arrested and charged in connection to the fatal shooting of his 39-year-old niece Julia Anderson in Bronx, New York on Tuesday.He has been identified as 58-year-old Michael Foster.According to a report by ABC7 Eyewitness News, Anderson…
Forex: $159.30 to one US dollar
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/forex-159-30-one-us-dollar/
Published: July 16, 2026 21:26
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Thursday, July 16, ended at $159.30, up by 34 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary.Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar ended trading at $113.63, up from $112.79 and the…
KFC Star Search basketball camp celebrates 25 years
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/kfc-star-search-basketball-camp-celebrates-25-years/
Published: July 16, 2026 21:05
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The KFC Star Search Basketball & Life Skills Development Camp celebrates its 25th anniversary, which marks a milestone moment for Jamaican basketball.For a quarter of a century, this annual residential development camp has served as a…
Jamaican deportees in Eswatini decline return to Jamaica, says Johnson Smith
Published: July 16, 2026 20:56
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Senator Kamina Johnson Smith says her ministry has made contact with two of three Jamaican men deported from the United States to Eswatini, however, they have advised that they do not wish to…
UK-based reggae artiste ‘sets sail’ towards global success
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/uk-based-reggae-artiste-sets-sail-towards-global-success/
Published: July 16, 2026 20:29
The United Kingdom (UK) has produced several popular reggae acts over the years, including Maxi Priest, UB40, Aswad and Steel Pulse. Today, Baddiz, a Jamaican singer based in the UK, is hoping to trod that familiar path to global success.The conscious…
Pele’s World Cup jersey fetches $4.9 million at US auction
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/peles-world-cup-jersey-fetches-4-9-million-us-auction/
Published: July 16, 2026 20:22
NEW YORK, United States (AFP)—A jersey worn by soccer giant Pele in the first World Cup final ever won by Brazil sold for $4.9 million at a US auction on Thursday.The Brazilian attacker nicknamed "The King" was 17 when he scored two goals in his country's…
Golding calls for ‘Marshall Plan’ to rescue hurricane hit small businesses
Published: July 16, 2026 20:21
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding has called for the urgent rollout of a 'Marshall Plan' for micro, small and medium enterprises devastated by Hurricane Melissa, warning that thousands of businesses across western and central…
Jamaican (Bam Bam) hits platinum in France, gold in three other countries
Published: July 16, 2026 20:11
Jamaican (Bam Bam), an afrobeats/house/EDM reinterpretation of Sister Nancy’s Bam Bam, which was released late last year, has been enjoying success on charts across Europe and in the United States and has been certified platinum in France.The platinum…
Jamaican sentenced to 40 months in prison for violent abuse of two partners
Published: July 16, 2026 20:08
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (CMC) – A 45-year-old Jamaican national has been sentenced to more than three years in prison after admitting to a sustained campaign of domestic violence against two former partners, including choking one woman until her eyes…
36 compete for 2026 Miss Universe Jamaica title
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/36-compete-2026-miss-universe-jamaica-title/
Published: July 16, 2026 20:05
The AC Hotel in Kingston was buzzing last Sunday as several beauty contest hopefuls came out in their numbers, hoping to secure a spot in the national Miss Universe Jamaica beauty and wellness pageant.Thirteen parish queens secured their automatic spots,…
Macron pledges ‘zero tolerance’ for arson after spate of fires in France
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/macron-pledges-zero-tolerance-arson-spate-fires-france/
Published: July 16, 2026 18:03
NOISY-SUR-ECOLE, France (AFP) — French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday pledged "zero tolerance" for arson after wildfires scorched thousands of hectares in France, including in a historic forest near Paris.Dozens of people have been arrested across…
Image Plus earns two-thirds of last year’s profit in three months
Published: July 16, 2026 16:16
KINGSTON, Jamaica--IMAGE Plus Consultants Limited earned the equivalent of two-thirds of its entire 2025/26 profit during the first three months of the new financial year as rising patient volumes and an expanded diagnostic network delivered greater…
Jet Star Records’ Palmer brothers honoured for contribution to reggae in UK
Published: July 16, 2026 16:03
Last March, the Palmer brothers were among 12 reggae stalwarts honoured by the Brent City Council for their contribution to the music’s development in the United Kingdom.Jeffrey, Harry and Carlyle were born in Clarendon. They operated a nightclub, real…
US limits stays of students, journalists
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/us-limits-stays-students-journalists/
Published: July 16, 2026 15:39
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- President Donald Trump's administration moved Thursday to impose stricter limits on how long foreign students and journalists can stay in the United States, the latest bid to tighten legal immigration in the country.Under…
US retail sales lose steam in June as consumers spend less on gasoline
Published: July 16, 2026 15:29
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) -- US consumers slowed their spending in June while energy costs fell, government data showed Thursday, cooling retail sales as further uncertainty looms from the Middle East war.Retail sales ticked up by 0.2 percent…
North-South Highway round trip could rise to $5,220
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/north-south-highway-round-trip-rise-5220/
Published: July 16, 2026 14:54
KINGSTON, Jamaica -- MOTORISTS travelling the full length of the Highway 2000 North-South Link could soon pay $5,220 for a round trip between Caymanas and Ocho Rios under proposed new toll rates published by the Government on Thursday.The Ministry of…
IEG pins recovery on $2.3-billion project slate after profit tumbles 58%
Published: July 16, 2026 14:35
KINGSTON, Jamaica — INNOVATIVE Energy Group Limited (IEG) is banking on approximately $2.3 billion in newly secured and restarted projects to sustain a recovery that took hold during the final three months of its financial year.The energy company entered…
Public schools get 55% boost in operational funding — Morris Dixon
Published: July 16, 2026 14:32
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has increased operational funding to all public schools by an average of 55 per cent this year, injecting an additional $755 million into the sector, with primary and special needs institutions receiving the largest boost.As…
Attorneys clash over apartment involved in cops’ murder trial
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/attorneys-clash-apartment-cops-murder-trial/
Published: July 16, 2026 14:17
Attorneys representing the six policemen on trial for murder on Wednesday argued that the apartment complex where Agriculture Minister Floyd Green lived in 2013 is not part of the evidence in the case and that its current occupants are not witnesses.The…
Ebola spreading in DRC ‘faster than any previous outbreak
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/16/ebola-spreading-drc-faster-previous-outbreak/
Published: July 16, 2026 14:14
GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — The World Health Organization warned Thursday that Ebola was spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo at a faster pace than during any previous outbreak of the deadly virus.More than 2,000 cases including 796 deaths have…
New ITA director general appointed
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/15/new-ita-director-general-appointed/
Published: July 16, 2026 02:52
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Bryan of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) has been appointed Director General of the Island Traffic Authority (ITA), effective September 1.He has been seconded from the JDF with the approval of the chief of…
48-hour curfew extended in the St Andrew North Division
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/15/48-hour-curfew-extended-st-andrew-north-division/
Published: July 16, 2026 02:26
KINGSTON, Jamaica – A 48-hour curfew that has been imposed in sections of the Lane Pass, Brooks Level, and Airy Castle communities in the St Andrew North policing division has been extended.The curfew will continuefrom 6:00 pm on Wednesday, July 15 and …
Westmoreland reports steady decline in mosquito breeding
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/07/15/westmoreland-reports-steady-decline-mosquito-breeding/
Published: July 16, 2026 01:46
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The Westmoreland Health Department has recorded a steady decline in the parish's Aedes index over the past three months.Medical Officer of Health for the parish, Dr Marcia Graham, said that the index, which measures the percentage of…
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