Kingston, Jamaica — The governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) says it is recommitting to continue along a path of pursuing additional policies that show care for society’s most vulnerable as it marks the July 15, 1999, “Street People Scandal”, where some 32 homeless people were kidnapped in St James and dumped at a mud lake in St Elizabeth. JLP General Secretary Senator Charles Sinclair, in a statement on Wednesday, described the incident as “disgraceful” and said it should never again be allowed to happen in Jamaica
The Transport Operators Development Sustainable Service wants an immediate overhaul of the Road Traffic and Transport Authority Act and has told public transport workers to skip ticket days and take unresolved charges to court until the law is reviewed.
Urban Development Corporation Chairman Norman Brown says more than 20,000 housing units are planned across Jamaica, with about 10,000 earmarked for the Hurricane Melissa-ravaged southwest, including a resilient Black River urban centre inland.
The St. Elizabeth Homecoming Foundation doubts the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority should lead western Jamaica’s post-Hurricane Melissa rebuilding, and prefers the Urban Development Corporation for the role.
Reggae Sumfest will honour late conscious reggae singer Fantan Mojah during A Taste of Reggae Sumfest on July 18, 2026, at Plantation Cove in St. Ann.
News|Human Rights Syrian authorities have arrested a former officer they say was a chemical weapons specialist in charge of sarin gas depots and chemical weapons manufacturing in the regime of ousted former President Bashar al-Assad. The Interior Ministry named him on Wednesday as former colonel Ahmed Habib Ali, calling him “a chemical weapons expert”
News|Islamophobia A 14-year-old boy arrested by British police has been charged with a crime related to “terrorism” over an alleged plot to target local mosques. London’s Metropolitan Police revealed the charge against the unnamed boy on Wednesday, saying he was suspected of preparing to carry out an “act of terrorism” in connection with “extreme right-wing” ideology
Kingston, Jamaica — Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda has called for urgent, coordinated global action to accelerate progress toward the sustainable development goals (SDGs), delivering the official message of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) at the 2026 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development on Wednesday. Addressing the forum in New York, in his capacity as president of the UNEA, Samuda underscored that with only four years remaining to achieve the 2030 Agenda, environmental sustainability can no longer be viewed as a separate issue but must instead be recognised as the foundation upon which sustainable development depends
Energy Minister Daryl Vaz confirmed Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Bryan as the new Island Traffic Authority chief after Colonel Daniel Price’s June 30 exit, as operators pressed for law review and health cover and educators flagged school conditions.
Jamaica’s fastest-growing sport will take centre stage for a greater cause when the Rotary Club of Kingston and the Rotary Club of St. Andrew host the Rotary Charity Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m
An 87-year-old man died in a Top Hill, Montego Bay house fire Wednesday. Also in the news: producer Trevor Elliott’s death, an INDECOM witness correction at a police murder trial, and TADA’s call to review transport laws.
Wednesday’s briefs cover a Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation signage compliance haul of nearly $4 million, a Dolphin Cove ownership shift, Mottley’s hotel plea in Barbados, and a Jamaican athletics result in Hungary.
Students’ Loan Bureau chief Nickeisha Walsh told PAAC that nearly half of borrowers were behind on repayments as of March 2026, citing job and income pressures.
US President Donald Trump abandoned a threatened 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz cargo, citing Gulf trade deals, as American forces resumed strikes and a blockade of Iranian ports.
Veteran Jamaican Music Producer Trevor Elliott Dies at 74By Mckoy's News / July 15, 2026 Veteran Jamaican music producer Trevor Elliott, best known for helping shape the career of roots reggae singer Edi Fitzroy, has died. He was 74
Decries that the Caribbean remains ‘the most colonised part of the world’ Durrant Pate/Contributor In an Our Today news follow-up… The Caricom Reparations Commission (CRC), which is now in the United Kingdon (UK) campaigning, is calling on the British Empire to return the British Virgin Islands and for King Charles to commit to decolonising Britain’s remaining overseas territories. In making the call, the CRC, which is the body seeking reparative justice for enslavement, colonialism and their legacies on behalf of the alliance of Caribbean states, is warning of a “resurgence of colonisation” around the world
Fortinet says Jamaica faced 5.4 million cyber threats in the first quarter of 2026, with attackers leaning on artificial intelligence. Local markets and foreign exchange rates also moved on the day.
Parliament suspended clause-by-clause review of the Mediation Bill after MPs clashed over residency terms and Justice Ministry technocrats were unavailable to advise.
Durrant Pate/Contributor Cricket West Indies (CWI) will receive a significant loan of US$12.82 million from the ICC, the global governing body for cricket. It is part of a set of governance, membership and member support changes announced by the ICC following its annual meetings in Edinburgh, which also marked the revamping of the men’s ODI & T20 World Cup formats
Sections of Jamaica’s longest river have dried to cracked beds under intense heat. In Moores, residents still draw what remains for drinking, cooking and laundry as pipe supplies fail.
A TVJ special traces Jamaica’s ganja trade from Indian indenture and Rastafari culture to the post-2015 legal market, as lifelong farmers argue they still take only a thin slice of a multi-billion-dollar industry.
Four years after Kemisha Wright and her four children were killed in Cocoa Piece, Clarendon, neighbours say the court outcome has not eased lasting pain or erased community scars.
The National Road Safety Council urged stronger political and civic backing after road deaths rose in June and July, warning that Independence season often brings one of the year’s deadliest stretches.
West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie says police deliberately pepper-sprayed him three times in Tivoli Gardens after he arrived amid a dispute over a man officers had shot and delayed taking to hospital.
Jamaica’s Integrity Commission faced questions on investigation delays, staffing shortages and public criticism at its first media briefing in years, following the tabling of its annual report in Parliament.
Bse Trading Report Package July 15, 2026 July 15, 2026 1:27 pm BSE Trading Report July 15, 2026 BSE Share Summary July 15, 2026 JSE Updates Resumption of Trading in the Shares of Derrimon Trading Company Limited (DTL) Resumption of Trading in the Shares of Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company Quantas Advantage Inc Lists successfully on Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Suspension of Trading in the Shares of Kintyre Holdings (Ja) Limited and Atlantic Hardware & Plumbing Company Limited Jamaica Stock Exchange Launches Micro Market to Expand Access to Capital for Small Businesses VM Financial Group Lists J$9.5 Billion in Preference Shares on the JSE Private Market
Photo: Contributed The University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Jamaica) has won the bid to host the 7th World Computer-Assisted Language Learning (WorldCALL) Conference from June 12-16, 2028, at its Papine Campus, becoming the first Caribbean institution to stage the prestigious global event. The WorldCALL 2028 Conference will be spearheaded by UTech, Jamaica’s Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies (FELS), through its Language Teaching and Research Centre (LTRC), and will coincide with the University’s 7th Annual FELS Conference
Michael Lee-Chin Photo: Contributed Jamaican-Canadian businessman, Michael Lee-Chin is going into nuclear energy in Turkey through his Canadian his Portland Holdings Group. Portland Holdings last week signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a Turkish nuclear technology company to help develop Turkey’s atomic power sector
Detective Corporal Jason Peters of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Centre for Investigation of Sexual Offences and Child Abuse (CISOCA)(Photo: Contributed via JIS) Jamaica’s laws recognise that children are particularly vulnerable and, therefore, require special protection from sexual exploitation, coercion, manipulation and abuse. At the same time, the legal system acknowledges that children who come into conflict with the law should, where appropriate, be treated differently from adults
Caption: Roshane Reid-Koomson, Executive Director of the Jamaica Cancer Society delivering remarks at the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Childhood Cancer Forum Photo: Contributed The stories shared at the Childhood Cancer Forum brought Jamaica’s progress, challenges and responsibilities into sharp focus. On Monday, June 1, 2026, I attended the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Childhood Cancer Forum, held under the theme “From Awareness to Action: Strengthening Childhood Cancer Care.” The forum gave meaningful substance to that theme
Skincare scientist S. Angela Solomon is passionate about using natural products to heal the body, inside and out, through her Sunshine Creations LLC collection, which was showcased at a Kings Plaza Mall pop-up on Saturday, July 11
B-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Recipients – 15 July 2026 HomeNoticesB-FXITTB-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Recipients – 15 July 2026 Results for Bank of Jamaica B-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Today, Wednesday, 15 July 2026, Bank of Jamaica offered for sale US$30.00 million to Authorized Dealers and select Cambios through a B-FXITT Flash Auction. The institutions that were successful at the auction are: InstitutionSuccessful Allocation (US$ mil)Settlement PriceBanks National Commercial Bank Ja
The Government’s Post Cabinet Press Briefing aired live Wednesday from Jamaica House, led by Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon with Energy Minister Daryl Vaz as guest.
B-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Results – 15 July 2026 HomeNoticesB-FXITTB-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Results – 15 July 2026 Results for Bank of Jamaica B-FXITT Flash Intervention Tool Sale Operation Applications were opened by Bank of Jamaica on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 for the B-FXITT Flash Intervention Tool – sale operation of USD 30 000 000.00 for allocation to Eligible Bidders for settlement on Thursday, 16 July 2026. The results of the B-FXITT sale Flash operation are as follows: B-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Number: BOJ/FX-FS/20260715/192Operation Amount$30,000,000.00Total Eligible Bids Received 1 49Total Value of Eligible Bids Received 1$81,450,000.00Number of Bids Allocated20Total Value of Allocated Bids$30,000,000.00Lowest Price for Allocation/Settlement Price for Allocated Bids 2$157.75Lowest Bid Price for Full Allocation ($) / Amount (USD)$157.75 / $2,000,000.00 [1] As per requirements in paragraph 9.0 – 11.0 in the Foreign Exchange Operation Announcement [2] As per requirement in paragraph 5.00 in the Foreign Exchange Operation Announcement Posted on July 15, 2026July 15, 2026 / 0 Categories B-FXITT Post Author: Editorial Team Post navigation Previous Post30-day CD Auction Results – 15 July 2026Next PostB-FXITT Flash Sale Operation Recipients – 15 July 2026
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, delivers the keynote address during the New Testament Church of God Kingdom Builders Business Expo, held in Old Harbour, St Catherine, on July 11, 2026
France Star, Michael Olise Photo: Getty Images Michael Olise is the kind of player England produces, admires and then, in this case, watches play for somebody else. Over the last two years, he has rocketed to international stardom with his nonchalant demeanour and opposingly incisive playing style that has cut through the World Cup and only emboldened his image
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and Peace Dr Horace Chang addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, during tributes to the late Professor Oswald Harding. (Photo: JIS/Michael Sloley) The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, paid tribute to the late Professor Oswald Gaskell Harding, hailing him as one of Jamaica’s most distinguished legal scholars, parliamentarians, academics and public servants
Photo: Contributed The bustling southern Florida city of Miramar, which has a strong Jamaican diaspora, is planning two big events to commemorate the island’s 64th Independence Day with a grand fete and its Ole Time Fair. The fete will be held on Friday, July 31 , at the Vernon E
An elderly resident of Top Melbourne, Montego Bay, perished early Wednesday when his home burned. Firefighters found Cassiena Anglin’s remains after putting out the blaze.
St. Thomas Man Charged Following Hookup with Teens at Guest HouseBy Mckoy's News / July 15, 2026 St
Chuck Fenda Photo: Contributed Reggae powerhouse Chuck Fenda delivered a commanding performance as the sole headliner at the sold-out Lakesplash Festival in Twann, Switzerland, on July 10, captivating thousands of fans with an energetic set that was further amplified by his latest single, Wah Gwaan Pon Di Rock (produced by Junavill Records), as well as Gash Dem , I Swear , and Warning . The festival, one of Europe’s established reggae events, saw patrons singing along throughout the performance, underscoring the enduring appeal of Chuck Fenda’s catalogue and his ability to connect with audiences across generations
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The Brooklyn community on Friday, July 10, memorialized longtime Vincentian-born teacher and community activist Jackson Farrell, who died June 20. He was 73
Caricom Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders have agreed to strengthen regional cooperation and pursue a range of measures aimed at easing the burden of rising living costs across the region. The issue was among the key matters discussed during the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government, held in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, from July 5 to 8 under the theme “CARICOM: From Resilience to Renewal in a Changing World.” At a media conference following the meeting, CARICOM Chairman and Saint Lucia Prime Minister Philip J
Frederick Adams, 47, of Hatfield Avenue in Gregory Park, Portmore, was stabbed during a home dispute early Monday and later pronounced dead at Spanish Town Hospital.
PM Keynote Address at the Launch of the SPARK Main Roads Programme
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce Delano Seiveright Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce Delano Seiveright is urging traditional cannabis farmers and prospective investors to guard against scams, misinformation and fraudulent investment schemes. The warning came at the launch on Friday of the Cannabis Licensing Authority’s (CLA) Special Cannabis Permit Road Tour at the Newell High School in Watchwell, St Elizabeth, where farmers and community members were introduced to the Government’s latest cannabis reforms and opportunities within Jamaica’s regulated medicinal cannabis industry
Jamaican entrepreneurs can join free supplier registries run by the Public Procurement Commission, JAMPRO, and international bodies, putting their firms in front of institutional buyers already spending.
Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon will host the Government’s Post-Cabinet Press Briefing on July 15, 2026, at Jamaica House, with Energy, Transport and Telecommunications Minister Daryl Vaz as special guest.
