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Popular dancehall artiste Chronic Law, whose given name is Ackeem Campbell, has been detained once again by authorities in the United States (US). Confirming the detention, the entertainer’s manager, Alexandre “Bashy” Jones, called on the public to remain patient as the legal process unfolds

Opposition housing spokesman Senator Floyd Morris says no storm-hit family has received any of the 5,000 containerised units pledged after Hurricane Melissa, despite claims that hundreds are already on the island.

Florida Social Media Influencer Killed in Targeted Shooting; Police InvestigatingBy Mckoy's News / July 6, 2026 Florida, USA: Florida Social Media Influencer Killed – A 21-year-old social media influencer was shot and killed early Sunday morning after the vehicle she was travelling in came under gunfire in what police believe may have been a targeted attack. The deceased has been identified as Brianna Johnson, popularly known online as ItGirlBri

The war in Ukraine and the fall out from the Iran conflict are high on the NATO summit’s agenda this week. But well before Secretary General Mark Rutte takes to the stage on Tuesday, NATO’s most powerful individual had already set the tone

14-Day Auction Results – 06 July 2026 HomeNoticesMoney Market14-Day Auction Results – 06 July 2026 Auction Results for Bank of Jamaica 14-day Repurchase Operation Applications were opened on Monday, 6 July 2026 by Bank of Jamaica, for the provision of Jamaica Dollar liquidity, in the amount of JMD 2 300 000 000.00 through repurchases to deposit-taking financial institutions. The results are as follows: Auction Number : BOJ/R-14/20260706/374 Total Eligible Bids Received 2Total Value of Eligible Bids Received$2,000,000,000.00Total Allocated Bids$2,000,000,000.00Weighted Average Interest Rate:5.54%Highest Submitted Bid Rate (%) / Amount (JMD)5.54% / $1 000 000 000.00Lowest Eligible Bid Rate (%) / Amount (JMD)5.53% / $1 000 000 000.00Highest Successful Bid Rate (%) / Amount (JMD)5.54% / $1 000 000 000.00Lowest Bid for Full Allocation Rate (%) / Amount (JMD)5.53% / $1 000 000 000.00Bid Rate for Partial AllocationN/APartial Allocation PercentageN/A The next auction for 14-day repurchases is scheduled for Monday, 13 July 2026

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Cemex Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jaime Muguiro (right), greets Prime Minister Dr

The Public Broadcasting Corporation of Jamaica has released Episode 1 of the Jamaica Gospel Star Competition, adding a new gospel music series to its national programming lineup on 5 July 2026.

For IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ju ly 6 , 2026 Resumption of Trading in the S hares of Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) wishes to advise the investing public that in keeping with JSE’s Junior Market Rule Appendix 2, part 4 (2) (e) , it has taken the decision to immediately l i ft the suspen sion of t rading in the shares of Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company (AHPC) . The C ompany has submi tted i ts December 31, 2025, Audited Financial Statements , which was due on March 31, 2026

Members of the Jamaican diaspora in the United States are asking families at home to safeguard children and seniors as hotter-than-usual summer temperatures loom, while many overseas nationals struggle through America's own record-breaking heat emergency.

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Opposition Spokesman on Housing and Sustainable Living, Professor Senator Floyd Morris The Opposition Spokesman on Housing and Sustainable Living, Professor Senator Floyd Morris, has condemned the Government’s failure to distribute the containerised houses intended for citizens affected by Hurricane Melissa, despite repeated assurances that they had arrived in the island. Professor Senator Morris said it is unacceptable that, nine months after Hurricane Melissa destroyed the homes of thousands of Jamaicans, not a single family has received one of the 5,000 containerised houses the Government committed to purchasing

Minister Audrey Marks says online claims that she proposed bringing 10,000 convicted criminals to Jamaica confuse her separate skilled-worker plan with a US third country nationals memorandum of understanding that bars serious offenders.

Workers at the downtown Kingston Supreme Court say they face daily safety risks on the compound and have gone without a working canteen for roughly five years, urging the justice minister and police commissioner to act.

Mark Nelson, 46, was detained at a Home Office reporting visit and told he would be sent to Jamaica. His case is among the first since Britain tightened deportation tests under a new immigration bill.

Vincent Stephen “Franno” Francis, the uncompromising coaching mind who helped reshape Jamaican track and field by proving that Olympic and world champions could be developed at home, has died at age 64. Francis’s passing marks the loss of one of the most influential figures in the country’s sporting history, a coach and mentor whose work at MVP Track and Field Club helped redefine Jamaica’s place in global athletics and gave generations of athletes newfound confidence in the country’s ability to prepare, develop and produce the very best in the world

Workers at the downtown Kingston Supreme Court say they face daily threats from people on the compound and have gone without a proper canteen for roughly five years. They want Justice Minister Delroy Chuck and Police Commissioner Dr Kevin Blake to act.

A returning Jamaican participant in the United States J-1 cultural exchange programme says poor sanitation, broken facilities, and sexual harassment at work have left her regretting a summer placement that cost more than US$4,000.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial on charges of mishandling government funds and making threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has begun after months of heightened political tensions in the country. In a dramatic turn, Duterte ally Senator Rodante Marcoleta was arrested on a plunder charge shortly before the start of the trial on Monday, throwing support for Duterte in the Senate into doubt

Mandeville, Manchester — The birthplace of National Hero Norman Manley is set to undergo renovation after some degradation caused by two hurricanes. On July 3, 2024, a day before the 131st anniversary of his birth at Roxborough, south of Mandeville, Hurricane Beryl ripped through south Manchester leaving a trail of destruction

Had Gordon “Butch” Stewart been alive to celebrate his 85th birthday today, he would have been the happiest man, seeing his family settle their differences and able to focus on his colossal legacy as founder of Sandals Resorts, one of the world’s most powerful hotel brands. He would also have been happy for another reason

Page 2 wraps coverage of the 2026 Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards with sights and scenes from one of the evening’s hottest spots: The Sagicor x Stush in the Bush booth. From award-winning, farm-to-table, plant-forward cuisine by husband-and-wife duo Chris and Lisa Binns to a steady stream of guests, great conversations and even better vibes, this was one booth everyone wanted to experience

News|Climate A “super typhoon” has made landfall on United States territorial islands in the western Pacific near Guam, with authorities saying they have received reports of significant damage as powerful winds and torrential rain hit the Northern Mariana Islands. The eye of Super Typhoon Bavi passed over the island of Rota on Monday morning local time, bringing winds of more than 150mph (241km/h), equivalent to a category-five hurricane, according to the US National Weather Service (NWS)

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News|Russia-Ukraine war A Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv has killed at least 10 people and damaged more than a dozen residential buildings in the second large-scale assault on the Ukrainian capital in less than a week. The attack early on Monday morning injured at least 46 people in Kyiv, according to Tymur Tkachenko, head of the city’s military administration

For many in Israel, it appears inevitable that US President Donald Trump will re-evaluate Washington’s ties with Israel, an alliance that has helped sustain the Israeli military since its formation in 1948 from a myriad of Zionist militias. Currently, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is embarked on a hazardous course for his political survival, potentially facing prison due to his ongoing corruption charges and a general election that could throw him out of office later this year

Brazil legend Neymar signalled his international retirement following a 2-1 last-16 defeat to Norway at MetLife Stadium. The 34-year-old scored a late penalty but could not prevent elimination from the tournament.

Jamaicans from all sectors yesterday hailed legendary track coach Stephen Francis, who passed away late Saturday at the age of 64 – one day after his birthday. Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, in leading the scores of tributes that have poured in, described Francis as a patriot

Dr Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis and outgoing Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has called for a stronger and more effective regional integration movement for future generations.He said that this requires modernising governance, improving the implementation of decisions, making the community safer, more prosperous and more relevant to the lives of its people.Prime Minister Drew issued the calls in his remarks on Sunday at the opening ceremony of the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in Saint Lucia as he passed the baton of chairman to Philip J. Pierre, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia.The meeting is being held under the theme ‘CARICOM: From Resilience to Renewal in a Changing World’ as the community observes its 53rd anniversary.Drew told the packed Jefferson Clinton Ballroom at Sandals Grande St Lucia that the community must improve, and modernise, but never lose sight of its immense value to the people of the region.Reflecting on his tenure as chair, he commended his fellow heads of government for their strong commitment to unity, democracy, good governance, and the rule of law, in the face of global uncertainty and regional challenges.“Yet, throughout these challenges, CARICOM chose engagement over isolation