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Stars Step Up to Help Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

December 14, 2025

Jamaica is still recovering from the powerful Hurricane Melissa, which hit the island last month. The storm caused a lot of damage, leaving many people without homes, power, or clean water. Celebrities like Busta Rhymes, Tyrese Gibson, and Mona Scott-Young saw the need and decided to help. These st

environment

Jamaica's Matthew Samuda Takes the Lead at UN Environment Assembly

December 13, 2025

Matthew Samuda, Jamaica's Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, has taken on a big role. He is now the president of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). This group is like the boss of environmental decisions in the United Nations. Samuda got this job during the seventh meeti

environment

Weather Warnings and Green Energy: What's Really Happening?

December 11, 2025

This year, there's been a noticeable quiet in the news about extreme weather. No scary headlines about the "worst ever" storms or urgent warnings from the United Nations about saving the planet. Why? Maybe because the news hasn't been as dramatic as expected. Remember all those predictions about hu

opinion

Letters to the Editor: A Mixed Bag of Thoughts

December 10, 2025

In the bustling city of Philadelphia, a reader expressed relief after learning about a federal law designed to protect religious institutions. The law, known as the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, was amended to include religious sites. The reader questioned why the Department of Justice

weather

Kingston Braces for Winter's First Big Snow

December 10, 2025

The Kingston area, including spots like Odessa and the Frontenac Islands, is under a yellow snowfall alert. This new color-coded system, launched late last month, uses yellow as the least severe warning level. It covers everything from alerts to advisories. Expect 10 to 20 cm of snow, starting toni

sports

Norman Powell: From San Diego to the NBA

December 10, 2025

Norman Powell is a well-known NBA player who currently plays for the Miami Heat. He was born in San Diego, California, on May 25, 1993. Powell's family background is a mix of Jamaican and American heritage. His father is from Kingston, Jamaica, but he was not very involved in Powell's life. Powell's

celebrities

From Rapper to Big Boss: 50 Cent's Smart Moves in Business

December 9, 2025

Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is a name that stands out in the music industry, but his real game is in business. He's not just a rapper; he's a smart businessman who plays the long game. While others were busy with music feuds and album sales, 50 was making moves that would pay off big time. One of his

crime

A Quick Thinking App Leads to Arrests in a Series of Crimes

December 3, 2025

A man and a woman were caught after a spree of crimes across several towns. Police say they struck in Duxbury, Plymouth, and Kingston all in one day. Fernando Torres, 37, from Providence, RI, and Victoria Lambert, 29, from Warwick, RI, were picked up by Pembroke and Massachusetts State Police. They

entertainment

Jamaica's Strength Shines After Tough Times

December 2, 2025

Jamaica is showing its resilience after a tough few weeks. The country has faced a lot, including a hurricane and a scary accident involving their Miss Universe contestant. The Miss Jamaica organization posted a message about healing and strength, but it's clear they're talking about more than just

sports

Big Plans for Women’s World Cup 2031: Stadiums and More

November 29, 2025

The 2031 Women’s World Cup is shaping up to be a massive event. The U. S. Soccer Federation has put forward 14 American sites, with seven of them also hosting the 2026 men’s tournament. FIFA has shared the bid books for both the 2031 and 2035 tournaments. The 2031 bid includes the U. S. , Mexico, Co