WATERFORD RESIDENTS UPSET AFTER MURAL PAINTED AS PART OF INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS DEFACED
Residents of the Waterford community in St Catherine, are upset , after a mural they painted as part of the Jamaica Independence celebrations was defaced.
A video which has been circulating on social media shows the mural covered with white paint.
In the video, one man who claimed to be a part of the team who worked on the mural, lamented...
Numerous Activities Already Underway to Celebrate Jamaica’s 60th year of Independence
With numerous activities already underway to celebrate Jamaica's 60 years of Independence, Culture and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange shares some of what to expect, as we celebrate Jamaica 60 Under the theme: "Re-igniting a nation for greatness."
Culture and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange.
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Written warnings for JADCO Personnel following Fiasco at the Carifta games
Written warnings to issued to the persons involved in the fiasco at the Carifta games in April, which led to the world record performance by U-20 girls in the 4x100m relays not being ratified by World Athletics.
The recommendations of the disciplinary committee of the JADCO has been accepted by the Board.
The fiasco at the games saw the JADCO Personnel...
Shakira faces 8-year prison Sentence following Tax Evasion case
Spanish prosecutors have said Shakira should face eight years in prison over the ongoing alleged tax fraud case involving the musician.
Shakira has been charged with failing to pay the government millions in taxes between 2012 and 2014. Shakira was offered a plea deal earlier this year but instead opted to pursue a trial.
A statement sent to the BBC by...
Sunshine Girls to face South Africa following win against Whales at Commonwealth Games
Jamaica's Sunshine Girls got off to a winning start at the 2022 Commonwealth games in Birmingham England.
This as they romped to a 72-43 victory over Whales at the NEC Arena.
Top shooter Janeil Fowler led the way with 32 from 33 attempts while Shimona Nelson supported with 29 from 30 attempts.
The Sunshine Girls who claimed the bronze medal at the...
Manhunt launched for Robbers following shootout on Sir Florizel Glasspole Highway
A manhunt is underway for two alleged robbers, after they, along with two others, engaged the police in a shootout along the Sir Florizel Glasspole Highway, in Kingston Eastern yesterday.
Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Gary McKenize said about 12:10 PM, lawmen were conducting patrols in the area, when they were informed...
UN and Red Cross should investigate prison deaths, says Ukraine
Ukraine has called for the United Nations and the Red Cross to be allowed to investigate the deaths of more than 50 Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs) in an attack in occupied territory.
The Red Cross said it is seeking access to the prison in order to help with evacuating and treating the wounded.
Ukraine and Russia have accused each other...
Body of man found in open lot
The body of a man was found in an open lot in Montego bay St James this morning.
According to Acting Commander of the St James Police Division Superintendent Carlos Russell, the man's body was found with chopped wounds to the face.
Superintendent Russell said investigators believe the man was homeless.
Investigations are ongoing.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Australia stun India as Barbados overcome Pakistan
Australia produced a thrilling comeback to recover from 49-5 and beat India by three wickets in an entertaining first women's Twenty20 cricket match at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Australia are the reigning world champions in this format of cricket, having beaten India in the T20 World Cup final in 2020.
In Friday's evening game, Barbados - chosen to represent the...
STING RETURNS!
This December, the world's best one-night show, Sting, is anticipated to make its long-anticipated comeback to the live entertainment scene.
According to a release The Boxing Day showcase, which will take place at the Grizzly's Entertainment center in St Ann.
The show's management, alongside Supreme promotions Limited has already booked some 15 artistes to perform.