Renowned Jamaican literary giant Prof. Edward Baugh has died
Renowned Jamaican poet, lecturer, scholar, and author Professor Edward Baugh has died.
He passed away on Saturday at the age of 87. His cause of...
Guyana’s President remains firm on ICJ resolution for territorial dispute with...
In a resolute declaration, Guyana’s president Dr. Mohammed Irfaan Ali, has reiterated his unwavering stance that the only viable avenue for resolving the longstanding...
3.8 magnitude earthquake reported in Kingston, Jamaica
An estimated magnitude 3.8 earthquake was reported at 2:06 pm in Jamaica on Sunday, according to the island’s Earthquake Unit at the University of...
Presidents of Guyana and Venezuela to hold talks in St. Vincent...
The President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, and his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolás Maduro, are set to meet in St. Vincent and the Grenadines in...
Canada Jetlines makes inaugural flight to Jamaica
Another airline, Canada Jetlines launched its inaugural flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport in Canada to Montego Bay, St James on Saturday.
Tourism Minister Edmund...
LIAT resumes operations after maintenance hiatus
In a recent development, LIAT, the regional carrier serving the Caribbean, has resumed its flight operations following a temporary suspension of services due to...
US, UK say tackling corruption depends on Jamaicans
The United States and the British representatives in Jamaica say they are pleased to partner with the Caribbean island and all their friends around...
Salary boost for public sector workers in Guyana
The Guyana government on Friday declared a significant salary increase for its public sector workers.
This decision, announced by Senior Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh,...
Byron Messia’s Talibans makes Billboard Magazine’s list of the 100 Best...
St. Kitts-based dancehall artist Byron Messia is the only Caribbean artist that has made the list of Billboard Magazine's list of 100 Best Songs...
Record number of people moving to Florida from other US states
A record number of people are moving to Florida from other parts of the United States, according to a recent report.
The Legislature's Office of...
US urges full investigation into attack on transgender woman in The...
The United States has called for a comprehensive investigation into the recent attack on a 26-year-old transgender woman named China Diamond at a nightclub...
More states of emergency for additional parishes in Jamaica
An additional round of states of emergency (SOE) have been declared across five parishes and a police division in Jamaica, the Office of the...
Negril’s Reggae Marathon wraps up 2023 event with exciting changes in...
On Sunday, December 3, Negril, Jamaica, once again played host to the vibrant and successful Reggae Marathon. With nearly 1500 participants from 24 countries...
Former Windies off-spinner Clyde Butts dies in motor vehicle accident
Former West Indies off-spinner Clyde Butts has tragically lost his life in a motor vehicle accident in Guyana on Friday, as reported by news...
South Africa ‘A’ claims series victory despite Da Silva’s heroics
In a gripping series finale, Captain Joshua Da Silva's remarkable century could not salvage victory for West Indies "A," as they suffered a 76-run...
Belize launches probe into cases of bacterial meningitis
Health authorities in Belize have recently confirmed a case of bacterial meningitis, an infection that attacks the protective membranes surrounding the spinal cord and...
PM Andrew Holness, US Navy Secretary discuss stronger border security partnership
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, embarked on a four-day working visit to Washington DC from December 4 to 7, engaging in high-level...
FDA greenlights two sickle cell disease therapies, including pioneering gene-editing treatment
Regulatory authorities have given the green light to two innovative gene therapies designed to combat sickle cell disease, offering a glimmer of hope for...
CARICOM Secretariat celebrates 51 years of diplomatic relations with Cuba
The CARICOM Secretariat reaffirmed Cuba’s enduring role as a vital development partner, marking the 51st anniversary of the fraternal friendship between the regional integration...
Boosting local organizations: Canadian Government’s LEAF program enhances three Jamaican initiatives
The Canadian Government’s Local Engagement and Action Fund (LEAF) has injected fresh vitality into three prominent Jamaican organizations.
Reports from JIS News pointed out that...
