Category: Government

Jamaica Police Ordered to Stop Demanding Cell Phone Passwords

Jamaica Police Ordered to Stop Demanding Cell Phone Passwords. The Minister of Jamaica's National Security, Dr. Horace Chang, and the Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake, have given an order to the police. They must end the practice of confiscating citizens' cell phones. This means the police can no longer demand that citizens reveal their … Continue reading Jamaica Police Ordered to Stop Demanding Cell Phone Passwords

US Narcotics Report: Jamaica’s Role in Global Drug Trafficking

US Narcotics Report: Jamaica's Role in Global Drug Trafficking. According to the latest US Narcotics Control Report, Jamaica is a major producer of illegal drugs. And an important transit country for narcotics en route to North America and Europe.

Media Manipulation: Jamaica and the Cuban Doctors Narrative

Media Manipulation: Jamaica and the Cuban Doctors Narrative. In the aftermath of Wednesday's March 26, 2025, visit to Jamaica by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, one of Jamaica's premiere news outlets published an article. The article had an ambitious, manipulative headline.

Public Health Alert: Water Quality in Corporate Area Under Scrutiny

Public Health Alert: Water Quality in Corporate Area Under Scrutiny. KINGSTON, Jamaica—The National Water Commission (NWC) has assured the public that the water supplied to Kingston and St. Andrew is safe and of high quality. The statement responds to allegations made by Jesse James Clarke. Clarke is the People's National Party Councilor for the Trafalgar … Continue reading Public Health Alert: Water Quality in Corporate Area Under Scrutiny

Portmore’s Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained

Portmore's Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained. The Opposition People's National Party (PNP) in Jamaica has filed a suit in the Constitutional Court. They aim to strike down the Government's controversial legislation. This legislation makes Portmore Jamaica's 15th parish. On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Opposition Leader Mark Golding announced a significant legal move. The People's … Continue reading Portmore’s Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained

NSHP Housing Benefits: What Happens After Death?

NSHP Housing Benefits: What Happens After Death? Beneficiaries of the New Social Housing Program and the Indigent Housing Program are confused about ownership of their houses. A recent statement from the Minister of Local Government clarified that they do not actually own the homes they received. The surprise announcement sent shock waves throughout Jamaica. Because most, if not all, of the houses provided by the government under these programs were built on private land.

Trump Evicted Admiral Fagan: A Shocking Dismissal Story

Trump Evicted Admiral Fagan: A Shocking Dismissal Story. The Trump administration made a sudden and surprising move. They gave the former highest-ranking woman in the military just three hours to vacate her government-funded home. This eviction ultimatum came just two weeks after President Trump fired her for supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Many were left in shock.

Jamaica’s Food Insecurity: UN Report Highlights Findings

Jamaica's Food Insecurity. A recent report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has revealed that 55.1 percent of Jamaica's population experienced moderate to severe food insecurity between 2021 and 2023.

Birthright Citizenship: A Federal Judge Blocked Trump’s Order

Birthright Citizenship: A Federal Judge Blocked Trump's Order. On Thursday, January 23, 2025, U.S. District Judge John Coughenour blocked the Trump administration from implementing an executive order limiting the right to automatic birthright citizenship in the United States. The judge called the order "blatantly unconstitutional." Judge John Coughenour issued a temporary restraining order. Four Democratic-led … Continue reading Birthright Citizenship: A Federal Judge Blocked Trump’s Order