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Popcaan to Deliver Full “Nothing Without God” Live Experience at Ranny Williams

Fans of Jamaican music and culture are set for an unforgettable, intimate experience next month as Nothing Without God – LIVE takes over the iconic Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Headlined by international dancehall superstar Popcaan, the event will feature a special live performance of his full Nothing Without God album for the very first time in Jamaica

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Roar Unleashed Plans Kingston Workshop On Mental Wellness And Burnout Prevention

Roar Unleashed will host a May 30 workshop in Kingston focused on helping high-functioning people manage pressure, reduce overthinking and regain control before stress turns into burnout.

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Jamaican Olympian Sabrina Lyn sharpens 200m breaststroke before Commonwealth focus

Jamaica national swimmer Sabrina Lyn says her latest 200m breaststroke race was mainly a check on her stroke rhythm and technique as Commonwealth preparation takes priority.

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Dennis Minott | Educational accountability requires measurable international transcript standards

Christopher McCurdy’s recent Gleaner letter on educational accountability performs an important public service because it confronts a truth Jamaica — and indeed much of CARICOM — has postponed for far too long: accountability in education cannot merely be proclaimed rhetorically; it must be measurable, transparent, internationally intelligible, and institutionally enforceable. Yet even that important intervention does not go far enough

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Throw Back!

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Over 100 Salt Spring residents trained and employed through support from Project STAR

Kelly Griffith, Project STAR Project STAR has trained more than 140 residents in Salt Spring, St James, through its skills training and job readiness programmes aimed at boosting residents’ employability across various industries including hospitality and customer-facing roles, according to Kelly Griffith, the project’s training and job placement team lead. Griffith said 110 people have gone through job-readiness sessions covering résumé writing, interview preparation and workplace expectations, and have successfully received employment opportunities

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Wendy Lee highlights Tornado Swim Club’s strong meet showing

Tornado Swim Club head coach Wendy Lee says the club is again leading at its annual swim meet, while pointing to its wider aquatics programmes and sponsor support.

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Swimming clip encourages exercise, hydration and focus

A short swimming-themed video urged newcomers to consider joining the sport, highlighting fitness, enjoyment, hydration and concentration as simple messages for beginners.

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Anne-Marie Toker promotes Masters swimming after Tornados meet races

Anne-Marie Toker of Tornados Masters says adult swimming offers exercise, team support and stress relief, while encouraging newcomers to take up the sport at any age.

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Single-source procurement thresholds highlighted for small business contract opportunities

A business funding segment explains how small firms can use single-source procurement rules to pursue smaller government contracts and direct awards while staying within policy requirements.

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Samsung and Google give first look at new Intelligent Eyewear

Created in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, the new intelligent eyewear combines AI with everyday wearability Google today unveiled new intelligent eyewear at Google I/O 2026 by giving a first look at two premium styles created with eyewear partners Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Designed to work as a companion device to a mobile phone, the new eyewear enables users to access help through voice interaction and connect seamlessly to their phones, all through a familiar form factor

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Mark Golding calls for worker dignity and national unity in Labour Day 2026 message

Opposition Leader Mark Golding marked Labour Day 2026 by linking Jamaica's labour history to present struggles facing workers, hurricane-hit families and young people seeking opportunities at home.

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Ed Sheeran part ways with Warner Music Group

File PHOTO: Red Carpet Premiere Event For Disney+ Music Docu-Series ‘Ed Sheeran: The Sum Of It All’ held at the Times Centre in New York. English singer-songwriter and musician, Ed Sheeran has officially announced his departure from Warner Music Group

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JUTC announces changes to its Rural Express Negril service

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) has announced another change to its Rural Express Service. Fresh from reducing the frequency of its Ocho Rios service as of last Wednesday, May 20, the public bus company announced adjustments to its Negril service operations, cutting weekday trips

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Holness uses Labour Day 2026 message to press hurricane recovery and national productivity

Prime Minister Andrew Holness urged Jamaicans to treat Labour Day 2026 as a day of community service, hurricane preparation and support for the continuing recovery from Hurricane Melissa.

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Ministry of Health and Wellness footballers impress in 2026 JCSA competition

The Ministry of Health and Wellness football team produced a strong showing in the 2026 JCSA competition, with coach Ricardo Bennett praising the squad after a 5-0 result at Jess Park.

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CVM Sunrise Morning Show: May 25, 2026 | CVMTV

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Jamaica back young squad for Unity Cup opener against India

Jamaica's Unity Cup press conference centred on a youthful Reggae Boyz squad, India's return to English soil and both teams' expectations before their tournament meeting in the UK.

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Two St Ann men deported from St Kitts charged over 2023 fatal shooting

Two Ocho Rios men have been returned to Jamaica from St Kitts and charged in connection with a deadly 2023 home invasion in St Ann.

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Mark Golding urges unity and worker dignity in Labour Day 2026 message

Opposition Leader Mark Golding used his Labour Day 2026 message to link Jamaica’s 1938 labour struggles with today’s call for community service, worker respect and national unity.

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Holness urges Labour Day rebuilding as Jamaica prepares for 2026 hurricane season

Prime Minister Andrew Holness used his Labour Day 2026 message to call for national service, stronger hurricane readiness and continued support for Jamaicans still affected by Hurricane Melissa.

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Dover circuit racing season returns on Labour Day after hurricane damage

Jamaica’s circuit racing season is set to restart at Dover Raceway on Labour Day after a seven-month break linked to major hurricane damage and costly repairs.

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Nautical Star tipped for Labour Day Trophy at Caymanas Park

Nautical Star is the 4-5 ante-post pick for Monday’s Labour Day Trophy at Caymanas Park, where nine runners are entered for the seven-furlong overnight allowance feature.

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Manchester primary schools cricket returns after six-year COVID break

The Manchester Cricket Association has restarted its primary schools cricket competition with 20 teams, aiming to rebuild grassroots development after a six-year pause linked to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Arnett Gardens to face Frazers Whip in Jamaica Women’s Premier League final

Arnett Gardens and defending champions Frazers Whip booked their places in the JWPL final after contrasting semi-final second legs at the UWI JFF Centre of Excellence.

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Trump urges caution on Iran talks as Caribbean Airlines cuts regional routes

Caribbean Airlines is ending or reducing several Eastern Caribbean and South American services from June 1, while Donald Trump says US negotiators should not hurry a possible agreement with Iran.

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Olympic Gardens entrepreneur grows T and N Customs from one-room start-up

Tashika Vanzi built T and N Customs in Olympic Gardens after using YouTube to learn custom printing during the COVID-19 slowdown. Her business now serves loyal customers and is looking toward wider corporate work.

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Holness backs Jamaican film as billion-dollar screen fund supports Love Offside

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica’s film sector can become a major economic driver, with a $1-billion public fund now supporting local productions, training and export ambitions.

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Kingston mayor denounces killing of Papine Market manager Colleen Bernard

Kingston Mayor Andrew Swaby has condemned the Friday murder of Papine Market manager Colleen Bernard and appealed to Mona Commons residents to allow police investigators to complete their work.

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Holness cautions police commanders on hypervigilance and unlawful force

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says constant exposure to dangerous policing conditions can heighten officers’ threat response, but commanders must ensure discipline, lawful conduct and accountability.

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Holness defends slow rollout of police body cameras after St. James fatal shooting

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica remains committed to equipping police with body-worn cameras, even as public anger grows over a fatal St. James shooting captured by CCTV rather than an officer camera.

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Blake urges police restraint after fatal Granville shooting

Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake has reminded officers to rely on training, judgement and senior guidance after Latoya Bulgin was fatally shot by police in Granville, St. James.

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Dental Association warns fake dentists are putting Jamaicans at risk

Dental leaders are again warning Jamaicans about unlicensed people offering veneers, whitening and braces, saying the practice threatens patient safety and requires stronger government action.

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Crashes, police conduct and market killing lead Jamaican news roundup

Ten people were hurt in two St. Mary crashes, while police are probing a fatal St. Ann motorcycle collision, a St. James fraud case and the killing of a Papine market supervisor.

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St Ann biker killed, Papine Market killing and regional service changes lead Jamaica news

A St. Ann motorcyclist died in a two-bike crash, Kingston’s mayor appealed for calm after a Papine Market killing, while Jamaica Post and Caribbean Airlines announced major service changes.

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Reggae Boyz newcomers share pride and targets after Jamaica senior call-ups

Three overseas-based Reggae Boyz invitees discussed their Jamaican family ties, club seasons and hopes for the senior camp as Jamaica prepares for training and a May 27 match.

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JCF specialised operations leaders outline tactical training and regional policing role

JCF specialised operations officials say continued tactical training, regular requalification and regional deployments are central to the unit’s work against gangs, wanted persons and high-risk criminal threats.

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Tottenham avoid relegation while West Ham are out of the EPL

(Photo Credit: Goal.com( It has been a horrible season for Tottenham Hotspur, and the possibility of relegation has been hovering over the club for the last two months With three Head coaches this season and a list of injuries, this was a terrible year for Tottenham, one they would sooner forget. While relegation was unthinkable to contemplate, the prospect was real

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Joseph Winter charged in housebreaking case as JPS weighs underground power lines

A Jamaican news roundup covers charges against Joseph Winter, the death of psychiatrist Dr. Aggrey Irons, police guidance after the Latoya Bullgin shooting, and JPS hurricane preparations.

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White River route through Portland features churches, Bogue River and Bogue Bay

A driving route in Portland moves north from Charles Town toward White River, passing local churches, the Bogue River, Bogue Bay and Col District along the B1 corridor.

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Tornadoes Invitational closes with records and strong youth swimming performances

The 2026 Tornadoes Invitational Swim Meet ended Sunday with young swimmers, masters athletes and Olympians competing across backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle and medley relay events.

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The Lab Studios positions Jamaica for the global screen industry at “Slate | Jamaica on Screen| showcase

Mika Pryce (R), Senior Vice President of Development and Production at Paramount Pictures, discusses the importance of training, industry development, and building globally competitive production talent during a fireside conversation with Kimala Bennett, CEO of LAB Studios, at the SLATE | Jamaica on Screen showcase Jamaica’s emerging film and television industry took centre stage on the evening of May 22, 2026, as LAB Studios hosted SLATE | Jamaica on Screen, a landmark showcase spotlighting Jamaica’s growing potential as a global content production hub. The event brought together government leaders, international film executives, creatives, investors, and industry stakeholders, where discourse centred on storytelling, investment, and industry advancement

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Jamaica leads launch of Screen Odyssey at Cannes Film Festival

(L-R) Danica Robinson-Liles, owner of WES Film Studios, is joined by Joy Roberts, Executive Director of Jamaica Vacations Ltd. (JAMVAC) and Karine Barclais, founder of Pavillon Afronova, after the launch announcement of Screen Odyssey, at the Cannes Film Festival in France last week

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Joy Roberts joins global Cine-Tourism Panel at Cannes Film Festival

Marysela Zamora Villalobos, Costa Rica Film Commissioner; Joy Roberts, Executive Director of Jamaica Vacations; and Daniel Celli following the “Cine-tourism Session – Storytelling as Infrastructure: Cine-tourism as a Driver of Economic Growth, Jobs & Cultural Influence” panel discussion at the Cannes Film Festival in France. The session explored the growing impact of film and storytelling on tourism, economic development, and global cultural influence

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Meet records tumble at 2026 Tornadoes Invitational swim session

Young swimmers and masters competitors produced several standout swims during the May 23 session of the 2026 Tornadoes Invitational, with new meet records and tight relay finishes highlighting the programme.

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Reggae Boyz share greetings on Unity Cup arrival

A short JFF video shows members of the Reggae Boyz party arriving for the Unity Cup and exchanging informal greetings, with one person identified in the clip as Marcus.

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Ambraee Houslin | The Bank in Your Pocket: AI, Fintech, and the Unbundling of Caribbean Banking

Jamaican private equity strategist Ambraee Houslin (Photo: Contributed) For most Jamaicans, the banking relationship has always been a slightly uncomfortable one. Long queues

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National stars and rising talent set for high-stakes competition as Tornadoes Invitational Swim Meet begins in kingston

Tornadoes Launch (L-R) Mrs. Debra Lopez-Spence (SJLIC President), Dr

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