The Jamaican government has been ordered to reimburse Vybz Kartel and his co-accused for the legal expenses incurred during their recent appeal to the United Kingdom Privy Council. In a significant development last month, the incarcerated dancehall artist and his co-accused – Shawn Campbell, Kahira Jones, and Andre St John – saw their life sentences from a 2014 conviction overturned by the United Kingdom-based Privy Council due to concerns about jury tampering. Originally convicted in 2014 for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams in 2011, the quartet’s initial appeal to the Jamaican Court of ..read more

S Hotel in Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica has once again solidified its reputation as a premier destination, garnering recognition across multiple categories on Tripadvisor’s esteemed 2024 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotels list. S Hotel secured its position among the elite, clinching top spots in three prominent categories.  Notably, it was voted as one of the Top All-Inclusive Hotels in the World, as well as landing spots on both the Top 25 Hotels in the Caribbean and Top 25 All-Inclusive in the Caribbean lists.  These accolades further affirm the hotel’s standing as a bea ..read more

To enhance access to justice for all, 24 individuals, including attorneys from the Legal Aid Council (LAC), have successfully completed a rigorous training program in sign language facilitated by the Jamaica Association for the Deaf (JAD). Spanning over seven weeks, the training encompassed both online and face-to-face sessions, providing participants with a deep understanding of Jamaican sign language and fostering awareness about deaf culture. Expansion plans Dian Watson, the Executive Director of the LAC, expressed enthusiasm about the initiative’s success and revealed plans for two additio ..read more

The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) in Guyana reported the successful recovery of US$5,500 for a passenger. Reports are that the passenger arrived in Guyana on April 18, and reported the missing money, triggering a response from the CJIA’s vigilant security department.  Utilizing CCTV footage, the department quickly identified a passenger who had inadvertently picked up a package that had fallen from the distressed traveler. Collaboration with law enforcement The CJIA security department wasted no time in collaborating with the Guyana Police Force to track down the individual r ..read more

Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Health has enlisted a seasoned trio from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) to delve into the recent bacterial outbreak rattling the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Port of Spain General Hospital (PoSGH). The team which arrived on Monday comprises distinguished professionals: Dr. Nalini Singh, esteemed university professor; Dr. Grisel Rodriguez, clinical microbiologist; and Dr. Gillian Birchwood, head of NICU at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Barbados. In a recent statement issued on Wednesday, the ministry expressed optimism as the ..read more

In an address ahead of the Regional Conference on West Indies Cricket, Cricket West Indies (CWI) President Dr. Kishore Shallow emphasized the need for collective action and shared responsibility to address the challenges facing the sport in the region. Dr. Shallow cautioned that there is no quick fix to the complex issues affecting West Indies cricket and stressed the importance of sustained effort from all stakeholders involved. “While we have made considerable progress within CWI, setting the stage for a brighter future for West Indies cricket, it’s essential to recognize that there is no qu ..read more

In a significant development on Wednesday, a federal judge sentenced John Costanzo Jr., a longtime agent with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), to four years in prison.  Costanzo was found guilty last year of bribery and honest-services wire fraud, marking another instance of a DEA agent facing federal convictions.  The sentencing, presided over by U.S. District Court Judge Paul Oetken, emphasized Costanzo’s role as a supervisor and the severity of his actions, which prosecutors argued endangered ongoing drug cases and the lives of confidential informants. Supervisor’s ..read more

In a bid to address the persistent issue of violent crimes in Jamaica, the United Kingdom has pledged a substantial £15 million to bolster the island nation’s efforts.  The commitment comes as part of the UK-Jamaica Violence Prevention Partnership (VPP), formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two countries. Formalizing the partnership Signed on Wednesday, the agreement solidifies the ongoing collaboration between Jamaica and the UK, aiming to combat violence through targeted initiatives.  This partnership marks a significant step forward in addressing the ..read more

Thirteen dedicated track and field coaches have reached a significant milestone by successfully completing the World Athletics Coaches Education Certification System (CECS) Level 1 Program. This achievement underscores their commitment to advancing their coaching skills and expertise in athletics. Under the new CECS model, candidates underwent an intensive online course managed by World Athletics, culminating in a practical assessment conducted by preselected assessors through the partnership between the Jamaica Track & Field Coaches Association (JATAFCA) and the Jamaica Athletics Administ ..read more

Jamaica’s Under-18 Reggae Boyz endured a tough outing as they suffered a heavy 10-1 defeat against Turkey in their second match at the UEFA Friendship Tournament, held at the Arslan Zeki Demirci Sports Complex on Wednesday. Turkey dominated from the start, with goals pouring in from multiple players including Mustafa Hekimolu, Gokdeniz Gurpuz, Muhammed Kaya, and Emre Gokay. Additionally, individual braces from Cagri Fedai, Emirhan Arkutcu, and Recep Yalin Dilek contributed to the rout. Despite the onslaught, Jamaica managed a lone consolation goal in the 88th minute, courtesy of Orane Watson ..read more