US President Donald Trump and Iraqi PM Al Al-Zaidi Pledge Stronger Economic Ties and Oil Cooperation

US President Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met at the White House, pledging to strengthen economic ties, expand oil production and deepen investment between the two countries.

President Trump praised Prime Minister al-Zaidi and said several energy deals were planned, while the Iraqi leader described the visit as the start of a new economic partnership.

 

West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie Says He Was Pepper-Sprayed by Police While Calming West Kingston Tensions

West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie says he was pepper-sprayed by a police officer while trying to calm residents after a police shooting in the constituency on Tuesday morning.

Mr.McKenzie said he intervened after an officer attempted to detain a woman who sought refuge behind him, and was sprayed during the encounter.

 

Reggae Girl Trudi Carter Joins Club Tijuana Femenil

Reggae Girl Trudi Carter has joined Club Tijuana Femenil in Mexico’s Liga MX Femenil .

The Jamaican forward was announced as one of four reinforcements for the club ahead of the Apertura 2026 season.

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton Says Jamaica’s Healthcare System Has Improved

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton says Jamaica’s healthcare system has improved over the past decade, with more hospital beds, doctors, nurses, diagnostic equipment and free medication.

Speaking in an interview with The Desirable Truth podcast, he says there is still room for improvement and believes every Jamaican has a role to play in protecting their own health.

Security Breach Delays Jay-Z Concert at Yankee Stadium

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has confirmed there was a security breach during Jay-Z’s concert at Yankee Stadium on Sunday after unticketed individuals reportedly rushed the venue’s gates.

The incident forced entrances to close, leaving thousands of ticket holders stranded outside and delaying the show by more than three hours.

Health Minister Blames Lack of Coordination for Reggae Boyz’ World Cup Miss

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton believes a lack of coordination is one of the main reasons Jamaica’s men’s football team failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Following a World Cup match in Miami with his son, Minister Tufton told The Desirable Truth podcast, in an interview shared on Instagram on July 13, 2026 why he believes Jamaica fell short.

JUTC Warns Public About Fake Job Advertisement

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company, JUTC, is warning the public about a fake job advertisement circulating on social media.

The company says the post is not authorized and is urging people not to respond to it.

Shai Hope, Keacy Carty Lead West Indies to Winning Start Against New Zealand

Shai Hope’s unbeaten 87 and Keacy Carty’s 95 guided West Indies to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in the opening ODI in Guyana.

The pair shared a match-winning 131-run stand as the hosts successfully chased 268 with seven balls to spare.

Earlier, debutant Vitel Lawes claimed three wickets to help restrict New Zealand to 267 after a late batting collapse.

The victory gives West Indies a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

JTA Hopeful Teacher Vacancies Will Be Filled Before New School Year

Jamaica Teachers’ Association President Mark Malabver says he is hopeful that vacant teaching posts will be filled ahead of the 2026/27 school year.

Around 300 teaching positions were recently advertised as schools continue to face staffing challenges.

 

Hayley Matthews, Stephanie Taylor Centuries Seal ODI Series Win for West Indies Women

Cricketers Hayley Matthews and Staphanie Taylor scored unbeaten centuries as West Indies Women defeated Ireland by six wickets to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the ODI series.

Ireland posted 241-7 after half-centuries from Amy Hunter and Rebecca Stokell, but West Indies chased down the target with ease.