Dear McKoy: I hope you can provide some insight into a situation that has been causing me a great deal of distress lately. You see, I’m in a situation where my father seems to disapprove of every man I bring into my life. I’m a 25-year-old woman, and despite being at an age where I should be able to make my own decisions about relationships, my father’s disapproval has become a significant obstacle. It’s gotten to the point where I’ve had to end relationships with three potential partners because of his objections. Recently, I introduced my current partner to my family, hoping for a different ..read more

New Hope Primary School in White House, Westmoreland, recently welcomed a significant addition to its facilities in the form of a major water-purification machine. This new installation, made possible through a partnership with the Sandals Foundation that procured the unit from Sip Water Lifesaver, is set to not only benefit the school but also the wider community by providing a reliable source of clean and safe drinking water. Acting Principal, Latoya Green-Ruddock, told JIS News that the school community is grateful for the collaboration that enabled the essential facility’s provision. She h ..read more

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, is scheduled to depart Jamaica today (May 1) for UNESCO World Press Freedom Day observances in Georgetown, Guyana. During the visit, Minister Morgan will participate in the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Jamaica and Guyana, which will see both nations deepening their bonds of friendship and collaboration through knowledge-sharing. He will deliver the main address at an awards ceremony and media appreciation reception under the theme ‘A ..read more

Through the Tourism Enhancement Fund’s partnership with the New Social Housing Programme, $500 million will be allocated to improve housing conditions for tourism workers living in substandard circumstances. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure as he opened the 2024/25 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on April 30. “This strategy of reaching to the very poor tourism worker is one that had been tugging at me for a while. I go to see them work and I recognise that some leave the palatial settings to [a humble one] and that cannot be right. That is not the ..read more

Migraines are intense headaches that can cause severe throbbing or pulsing pain, often on one side of the head. They can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Understanding the symptoms, triggers, and treatment options for migraines is crucial for effective management and prevention. Symptoms and Stages of Migraine Migraines typically progress through four stages: prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome. Prodrome: This phase can occur hours or days before the headache begins and may include symptoms like mood changes, food cravings, neck stiffness, and incre ..read more

A tragic collision on the PJ Patterson Highway claimed the life of one man and two others injured on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased, identified as 42-year-old Kevin Rose from Guy’s Hill in St Catherine, succumbed to injuries sustained in the accident. The collision involved two white Toyota Probox cars and a white Sinotruk Howo truck, all traveling eastbound on the highway. Near the highway’s vicinity, the truck collided with one of the Probox cars, causing a chain reaction. 27 Injured in PJ Patterson Highway Accident The impact propelled Rose from one of the vehicles, resulting in fatal hea ..read more

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Kingston Native Killed in Domestic Dispute:Tragedy struck in Coral Springs, Florida, last Friday when a man originally from Kingston, Jamaica, was fatally shot amid an alleged domestic dispute. The victim, identified as 48-year-old Stephen G Austin, worked as a BMW sales and leasing consultant. According to reports, the dispute erupted at Austin’s residence in a Windsor Coral Springs apartment complex involving his wife and daughter. Allegedly, Austin intervened, leading to a confrontation with his stepson. While it’s speculated that the stepson fatally shot Austin, Florida police have yet to ..read more

The search for a young man who ventured into the Rio Grande River in Portland with friends on April 28 has come to a sorrowful end. Javaughn Abrahams, 29, was discovered lifeless by a passerby around 9:00 am on Tuesday. Abrahams, hailing from the Seaview Gardens community in Kingston, vanished beneath the river’s surface after plunging in. 7-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Tank in St. Ann Following his disappearance, a concerted effort was launched, and authorities were notified. Despite the relentless search efforts led by the deceased’s companions, aided by the Coast Guard, the turbulent river condit ..read more

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. It affects roughly 1 in 10 women worldwide, making it one of the most prevalent endocrine disorders in this demographic. PCOS causes irregular menstruation, excess androgen levels, and the development of cysts on the ovaries. While the medical community has not yet determined the exact cause of PCOS, it is believed that genetics, insulin resistance, and hormonal imbalances significantly contribute to its development. Causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: PCOS is a complex condition with multifactor ..read more