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Fraziers Whip will chase a fourth consecutive Jamaica Women's Premier League crown against Arnett Gardens on Saturday at Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore to press allies on defence spending, warn about China’s military rise, and outline Washington’s approach to Taiwan and Iran.

Egypt has launched an urgent diplomatic intervention to rescue a fragile Gaza ceasefire agreement that is on the brink of collapse. The government warned Israel against expanding its occupation in Gaza, which would undermine efforts to end the war amid of wave of deadly air strikes

The Supreme Court has rejected the Firearm Licensing Authority’s attempt to obtain an Integrity Commission report before its judicial review hearing, while granting permission for an appeal.

Steadfast Amid the NoiseMay 30, 2026/in Breaking News, Commissioner's Corner, News, Press Release/by Paul BrownSTEADFAST AMID THE NOISE Greetings my distinguished Colleagues, I trust that you have been having a great week at home and at work. Today, May 29 is the first day of National Sports

Several Jamaican crime and court matters include an alleged online vehicle-sale scam, charges against two Manchester-area JPs, a stolen-goods recovery, and a St. James drug penalty case.

Sosiessia Nixon’s suspense feature Stew Peas explores Jamaica’s outlawed obeah traditions through a domestic thriller, while industry voices say the film speaks to culture, spirituality and recovery after Hurricane Melissa.

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US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack will step down from his post following the expiration of his formal mandate, but he is set to maintain a central diplomatic role managing policy for Syria and Iraq, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. Barrack, a billionaire real estate investor and longtime confidant of President Donald Trump, has served as the administration’s primary envoy to Syria since May 2025, while concurrently serving as the US ambassador to Turkiye

A former police officer identified accused Klansman Carlos Williams during the Tesha Miller faction trial, despite defence-requested dock changes and an interrupted attempt by defendants to switch shirts.

Frazsiers Whip FC and Arnett Gardens FC carry unbeaten records into Saturday’s Jamaica Women’s Premier League final, with both coaches expecting a demanding contest at Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex.

IT may not be FIFA World Cup qualification but the Reggae Boyz have an opportunity to give their supporters something to celebrate when they battle defending champions Nigeria in Saturday’s Unity Cup final at The Valley in London, starting at 1:30 pm. The national senor men’s team will play in their second-straight final after beating India 2-0 on Wednesday, thanks to forward Kaheim Dixon and debutant England-born midfielder Courtney Clarke

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says Jamaica’s tourism model must give more Jamaicans room to earn, invest and create, moving the industry beyond visitor counts and hotel performance.

Jamaican youth football is set to receive an exciting boost with the official launch of the All Star Jamaica U-15 Best of the Best League, a new elite competition designed to spotlight and develop the island’s top young football talent. Powered by the growing All Star Jamaica brand, the inaugural league will feature eight of Jamaica’s leading academies and youth football programmes competing across five weeks in what organisers describe as a premium platform for the country’s next generation of football stars

Ewart Fowler, convicted in 2014 on cocaine-related offences, has told authorities he cannot pay an $11.8 million court penalty and is prepared to serve prison time instead.

Gary Subratie’s Desert of Malibu appears poised to secure back-to-back victories as the American-bred horse headlines a competitive field assembled for the Harlequin Cup, the featured event on this afternoon’s 10-race programme at Caymanas Park. The talented seven-year-old mare enters the three-year-olds and upwards Open Allowance contest, set to go five and a half furlongs (1,100m), in excellent condition after an authoritative performance in the Overnight Allowance Easter Sprint over the same distance on April 6

Flow Foundation has deepened its commitment to national development with a $5-million annual investment to bring free high-speed Internet connectivity to 100 early childhood institutions across Jamaica. The initiative, in partnership with the Early Childhood Commission (ECC), was formalised through the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the two organisations

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal can create club history in Budapest by beating holders Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. Bukayo Saka says the squad already understands the size of the opportunity.

Ukraine targeted Russian energy facilities across several regions, while Moscow sent drones and ballistic missiles into Ukraine, damaging power infrastructure and homes.

Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson has welcomed his June 1 appointment to lead NaRRA, saying the authority can help Jamaica move faster on resilience, innovation, institutional effectiveness and national development.

News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. May 26, 2026: Guyana turned 60 today; 60 years since its independence from Britain in 1966

By Staff Reporter | NewsAmericasNow.com NEWS AMERICAS, NY, NY, Weds. May 27, 2026: The Caribbean has been placed squarely at the center of a geopolitical confrontation between Washington and Havana that is rapidly moving beyond the realm of diplomacy – one that carries direct and immediate consequences for every nation in the region

Canada is warning about travel to Guyana due to crime. News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds

Buju Banton Announces “Too Too Bad” Album, Signals Return to 90s Dancehall SoundKaboom Editors2 hours ago2 min readGrammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton has announced his upcoming album Too Too Bad, set for release on July 17, promising fans a “real dancehall ting.”Buju Banton promises a “Real Dancehall Ting” (Photo: Jamie Crawford-Walker)Grammy-winning reggae legend Buju Banton has announced his upcoming album Too Too Bad, set for release on July 17.The reggae and dancehall icon revealed the title and release date via Instagram on Thursday, describing the project as a “real dancehall ting.”The announcement arrives alongside the release of the visuals for his latest single “Butterflies,” which dropped in April. Produced by Supa Dups for Black Chiney Music and released through Gargamel Music and VP Records, the track rides a reimagined version of the iconic Real Rock riddim

The Jamaica Football Federation has reportedly struggled to finance the Reggae Girlz’s Panama friendlies, prompting Cedella Marley to cover travel and extra lodging costs amid wider pressure on the federation’s finances.

Police and education officials are looking into assault allegations at Toll Gate Primary School in St. Catherine, where the principal is accused of abusing the vice-principal and several students.

At the Thropex Investor Conference, returning residents and international newcomers said Jamaica’s lifestyle and investment appeal remain strong, even as crime perceptions, health care access and social challenges remain part of the decision.

A third survivor of the Guardsman Group/Beryllium explosion has been airlifted from Jamaica for specialist burn care overseas, as support continues for the injured men and Richard McGuire’s family.

Major public projects and outreach activities are moving ahead across St. Mary, Portland and St. Thomas, including new housing at Galina, a donated school bus in Port Antonio and urban centre updates.