Young footballer Cameron, eight, says his father once played for Jamaica and sparked his love of the game. He dreams of reaching the World Cup and already trains through long days on the pitch.
Chic and Trendy owner Rana Mikal joins Smile Jamaica to unpack summer fashion—breathable linen, maxi dresses and butter yellow—then styles model Misha Gillespie for a beach dinner date.
Trelawny’s medical officer says illegal dumping across northern communities risks undoing post-Hurricane Melissa rodent control, urging proper waste storage and stronger partnership with the solid waste authority.
Fantan Mojah, born Owen Moncrieffe, has died at 49 at the University Hospital of the West Indies after heart-related complications, associates say, weeks before planned Germany Sumfest dates.
Parliament’s Constituency Development Fund Committee on July 14, 2026 approved disaster-mitigation, infrastructure, welfare, education, sports and housing projects across multiple constituencies, then adjourned for summer recess.
Parliament completed the Mediation Act 2026 and honoured four Jamaicans during a July 14 sitting, while Energy Minister Daryl Vaz faced questions on the JPS licence and Petrojam.
The Economy and Production Committee heard that more than half of surveyed public bodies have begun staggered hours since February, while MPs called for harder productivity data and a wider fuel-savings study.
Reggae Singer Fantan Mojah Dies at 49 After Reported Heart ComplicationsBy Mckoy's News / July 14, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica : Fantan Mojah Dies at 49 — Reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died at the age of 49, just weeks before his 50th birthday. The entertainer, whose real name was Owen Moncrieffe, reportedly passed away on Tuesday evening at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston after suffering complications related to a heart condition
Trelawny, Jamaica — The Area One Agricultural Protection Branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reporting a significant reduction in praedial larceny in Trelawny farming communities, where livestock and crop thefts previously posed major challenges for farmers. Deputy Superintendent of Police and Officer in charge of the branch, Orville Bushay, said reports of theft in those areas are now “almost nil” following targeted enforcement strategies implemented over the past year
West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie says police pepper-sprayed him while calming residents after a Tuesday-morning shooting. Separate reports cover a Portmore stabbing, a Clarendon officer’s death, St. Andrew gun seizures, and a TikTok-linked bail case.
Jamaica’s Integrity Commission held its first press briefing in years, while West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie was pepper-sprayed during a police operation in Tivoli Gardens and road deaths climbed into midsummer.
Integrity Commission official Joeth James reports statutory declaration compliance reached 87 per cent for 2025/2026, up from 50 per cent in 2018, even as a large backlog remains.
Skip linksSkip to Content A tugboat guides a ship at the Khor Fakkan Container Terminal, in Sharjah Emirate, along the Gulf of Oman on Tuesday [AFP] By Lyndal Rowlands, Zaid Sabah, Yashraj Sharma, Enes Abuomer and Rached El-Moctar Published On 15 Jul 202615 Jul 2026 US President Donald Trump has said that attacks on Iran “will continue until I say enough”, with potential targets including power plants and bridges. Iranian media continues to report explosions across its southern cities, as well as on islands off its coast, including in the Strait of Hormuz.
Spain’s defender Pedro Porro celebrates after his team wins. (Photo Credit: Mauro Pimentel / AFP via Getty Images) It was said that this World Cup belonged to France and that the firepower it possessed up front would vanquish all before it
Parliament on July 14, 2026 passed the Mediation Act after committee amendments and paid tribute to Oswald Harding, Dean Peart, Arthur Nelson and coach Stephen Francis. Energy Minister Daryl Vaz also answered questions on the JPS licence and Petrojam.
Diego Simeone and José Mourinho, the low block’s most decorated practitioners. Photo: GiveMeSport The word has become unavoidable – Block
Reggae artiste Fantan Mojah has died.He was 49. CVM News understands the entertainer whose given name is Owen Lennox Moncrieffe, was battling a heart condition for some time
West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie says an officer pepper-sprayed him while he tried to calm residents after a Tuesday morning police shooting. INDECOM is investigating the incident.
The Judiciary of Jamaica says motorists unable to pay fines at the National Arena Traffic Ticket Public Days were kept in a designated changing room with bathroom access, not a toilet facility.
The Jamaica Labour Party says Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie is well after being pepper-sprayed in downtown Kingston and will seek a precautionary medical check later Tuesday.
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Sean “Diddy” Combs has sold his Miami Star Island mansion for $55 million after prosecutors tied the estate to alleged conduct in his federal sex-trafficking trial. He still holds a second Star Island property.
INDECOM is investigating claims that a policeman pepper-sprayed Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie in West Kingston after a weekend shooting left a man wounded in Tivoli Gardens.
Grammy-winning reggae act Morgan Heritage has issued “Come Feel The Love,” its first release since founder Peetah Morgan died. Stephen Marley wrote and produced the July 10 track.
Photo: Contributed The Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network (JYAN), through support from UNESCO, has successfully completed the tutoring component of #ExamReady: Rebuilding Through Education – CSEC Tutoring Marathon & School Supply Drive, a youth-led initiative designed to support students in St. Elizabeth whose education was disrupted by Hurricane Melissa
At the White House, Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi promised deeper economic links, more oil production and closer investment, alongside a September troop pullout timeline.
A parish court dismissed charges against six people linked to a May 2024 GraceKennedy stock theft after the Crown failed to proceed. Separate reports cover Hellshire water protests, tourism reforms, and St. James mosquito surveillance.
Industry Minister Senator Aubyn Hill says MSMEs should formalise and ready themselves for contracts under NARA, citing US$6.5–20 billion in possible investment over five to seven years.
Deputy Prime Minister Horace Chang urged deeper regional security ties in Peru, while Jamaica flagged progress on a Manchester health centre reopening, demerit points, a Kingston waterfront park and justice upgrades.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness attended CARICOM’s 51st Heads of Government meeting in St. Lucia, backing consumer protection, regional travel links and Guyana’s nominee for United Nations Secretary-General.
National Security leaders pressed for deeper hemispheric crime cooperation in Peru, while Jamaica advanced a Manchester health centre reopening, traffic demerit preparations, Kingston’s harbour walk and Denbigh redesign plans.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness accepted an Esri President's Award in San Diego for Jamaica's GIS-driven disaster work, while officials outlined Independence events, MSME gains under NAR, and key sports fixtures.
Spain has named 60 nations whose citizens may visit without a visa, including nine Caribbean states. Jamaica remains outside that group and still requires a Schengen visa.
Antiguan all-rounder Justin Greaves poses with his man of the match award after leading the West Indies to a spirited draw against New Zealand in their first Test in Christchurch on December 6, 2025. Photo: Facebook @windiescricket West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves has surged up the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings following an outstanding series against Sri Lanka
Photo: VisitJamaica.com Lingering effects of Hurricane Melissa but destination showing remarkable comeback Durrant Pate/ Contributor Jamaica’s tourism numbers are not looking as glowing as initially thought, with the latest regional numbers from the Caribbean Tourism Organisation showing stopover arrivals are down 27.5% in the first quarter of 2026. In fact, this is the largest single decline of any destination in the Caribbean during the period
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American official Ismail Elfath will referee the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, joined by two US assistant referees after three matches already this tournament.
Photo: AI Yesterday, Brightstar Lottery launched the sixth annual Coding and Robotics Rock! Camp, a free two-week virtual technology education programme running simultaneously across Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St
Manchester United have signed Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year contract after triggering his £35 million release clause, continuing their midfield overhaul.
MP Desmond McKenzie says an officer pepper-sprayed him while he tried to ease tensions after a police shooting in West Kingston. Officials separately caution cannabis stakeholders against scams as the industry grows.
Police will roll out temporary traffic controls for Reggae Sumfest at Plantation Cove on July 18, with parking guidance and officers directing vehicles and pedestrians around the venue.
West Kingston MP Desmond McKenzie says a police officer pepper-sprayed him Tuesday morning while he tried to ease tensions after a shooting, as INDECOM opens an inquiry.
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Adrian Lawrence, a 34-year-old Jamaican known as Mastermind, drew a five-year, six-month US prison term and US$5.4 million restitution after admitting a wire-and-mail fraud conspiracy that preyed on elderly Americans.
Rada Urges Livestock Farmers to Protect Animals from Heat StressBy Mckoy's News / July 14, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is urging livestock farmers across Jamaica to take proactive steps to protect their animals from rising temperatures, warning that heat stress can severely impact animal health, productivity and survival. Senior Livestock Specialist at RADA, Maxine Brown, said keeping animals properly hydrated with cool, potable water is one of the most effective ways to reduce the effects of heat stress
St Thomas Labourer, 14-Year-Old Charged with Prohibited Weapon OffenceBy Mckoy's News / July 14, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A 20-year-old labourer and a 14-year-old boy have been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon following an incident in St Thomas on July 5. The accused are Delano Willis, otherwise known as ‘Delli’, and the teenage boy, both from addresses in the parish
Stony, also known as Zach Jones, traces how music kept him going after a doctor warned he might never perform again, and previews his Treasure Beach album rooted in St. Elizabeth.
Indices Value Change % Change Caribbean Investment Grade Index 104.43 -0.49 -0.46% Caribbean Stock Index 1,100.14 11.52 1.06% Jamaica Global Bond Index 110.28 0.02 0.02% JSE Money Market Index+ 129.06 0.09 0.07% Tuesday, July 14, 2026 NOMINAL NOMINAL MID CLOSING CLOSING PURCHASED SOLD LEVEL BID ASK Bermuda 3.375% 2050 USD 69.1670 68.9930 69.3400 Trinidad & Tobago 4.50% 2026 USD 102.0010 101.8880 102.1140 Trinidad & Tobago 5.875% 2027 USD 101.8010 101.5500 102.0520 Trinidad & Tobago 4.50% 2030 USD 96.4460 96.2080 96.6850 National Gas Co. 6.050% 2036 USD 93.9950 93.7270 94.2620 GOJ 6.75% 2028 USD 104.3200 104.0960 104.5440 GOJ 8.5% 2036 USD 120.9780 120.1720 121.7840 GOJ 8 % 2039 USD 122.3650 122.0590 122.6720 GOJ 7.875% 2045 USD 123.6290 123.3210 123.9370 *The Caribbean Stock Index tracks the price performance of the local companies listed on the Barbados Stock Exchange (BSE), Trinidad & Tobago Stock Exchange (TTSE) and Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) +The JSE Money Market Index tracks the price performance of all outstanding 3-month and 6-month T-Bills issued by the Bank of Jamaica SECURITIES MATURITY CURRENCY
Works Minister Robert Morgan says Port Antonio bypass land acquisition is under way at about six per cent completion, with US$81 million earmarked for the 18-kilometre route and further SPARK spending across Portland.
