Serani had a hunch No Games would resonate with music lovers when the song was released in 2008. But he had no clues; fourteen years later, the song would continue to appeal to new audiences. On Friday, October 21, 2022, the song was certified platinum by the British phonographic Industry. To date, the song sold more than … Continue reading Serani No Games goes Platinum
Month: October 2022
Drive-by shooting in Waterhouse,three shot, one fatally
According to the St Andrew South police division's commanding officer, Superintendent Kirk Ricketts, 3 men got shot, one of which expired, in a drive-by on Varma Road in Waterhouse, St Andrew, this morning. The police report states that the shooting occurred around 8:00 AM Wednesday along Varma Road in Waterhouse, St Andrew. Men on motorcycles … Continue reading Drive-by shooting in Waterhouse,three shot, one fatally
The FLA denied councilor gun permit-He sued the Minister of National Security
Rohan Hall, a councilor and a ruling Jamaica Labour Party member, applied for a firearm license. And the Minister of National Security and the Fire Arm Licensing Authority (FLA) declared him unfit for a gun license. Hall questioned the grounds for denial. He raised his concerns in brief filed in the Supreme Court on Thursday, … Continue reading The FLA denied councilor gun permit-He sued the Minister of National Security
Jamaican Broadcast and theatre icon, Leonie Forbes is dead
Theatre and broadcast icon Leoni Forbes is dead, and as expected, the tributes keep pouring in. She died on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, in the hospital. She was 85. Her passing has ended a life of excellence, love, and respect in theatre and media.Among those paying tribute to the late theatre icon is Andrew Holness, … Continue reading Jamaican Broadcast and theatre icon, Leonie Forbes is dead
Senior JDF officer is the subject of multiple sexual misconduct allegation complaints
Sexual misconduct/sexual assault allegations have the JDF on its heels. Several women have filed complaints of sexual misconduct, including rape, fondling, and unwanted sexual advances against a senior army man who remains on the job. Many critics believe the allegations have placed the new army chief, Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman, in a precarious position. … Continue reading Senior JDF officer is the subject of multiple sexual misconduct allegation complaints
Antisemitism controversy spurred Adidas to end billion dollar deal with Kanye West
According to reports, Yeezy branded products account for approximately 10 percent of Adidas's annual revenue. The company cuts ties with the artist and fashion designer, formerly Kanye West. It was marking the end of a partnership that made Adidas billions. The artist's repeated brazen antisemitic and offensive remarks have soured the relationship. After weeks of … Continue reading Antisemitism controversy spurred Adidas to end billion dollar deal with Kanye West
Wanted man fatally shot by the police in Nain St Elizebeth.
According to the police high command, Tuwaine Morrison, o/c 'Wasp,' was shot and killed by the police in Nain St. Elizebeth. He was 25 years old and was wanted for July 12, 2022, murder of Tyrone Morgan in the parish. In a release from the police high command, on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at about … Continue reading Wanted man fatally shot by the police in Nain St Elizebeth.
Montego Bay: Carnage on Ironshore Main Road-The USA Citizens Died
Carnage According to a report seen in the Jamaica Gleaner, traffic accident three US citizens, including a mother and her daughter are dead. The three were killed in a motor vehicle accident on the Ironshore main road in Montego Bay Jamaica. Three other famil members are reportedly hospitalized in critical condition. The dead include 59-year-old … Continue reading Montego Bay: Carnage on Ironshore Main Road-The USA Citizens Died
Jamaica Honored Lord Creator For His Contribution To Music And Community Development
The Jamaican government has honored one of Ska's greats, Lord Creator. The Trinidadian-born veteran musician Kenrick Patrick was bestowed with the Order of Distinction in the rank of an officer for his contribution to Jamaican music and community service development. The occasion was the National Honors, and Awards Ceremony held on Heroes' Day, and he … Continue reading Jamaica Honored Lord Creator For His Contribution To Music And Community Development
Judge Remanded Accused Murderer Noel Maitland In Custody Until 02/09/23
On Thursday, October 13, 2022, murder accused Constable Noel Maitland appeared before High Court judge Justice Vinette Graham for a bail application hearing in The Home Circuit Court, downtown Kingston, Jamaica. The judge denied bail and accused the Constable of using his nine years of experience in the Jamaica Constabulary Force to guide him in … Continue reading Judge Remanded Accused Murderer Noel Maitland In Custody Until 02/09/23