The Jamaica Observer

28/01/2025

Dancehall artiste Rugged Boss has a message for the youth of Jamaica. He says: Work hard to accomplish your goals and objectives.

His latest single Run In, produced by Doni Music Productions, delivers that poignant message in his mission to inspire the youth.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/rugged-boss-takes-aim-youth-run/

28/01/2025

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28/01/2025

Two local groups are partnering with international non-profit, Restoring Human Independence (RHI) to offer free psychological testing for primary and high school students in several parishes.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/free-psychological-testing-coming-students/

28/01/2025

With a fledgling career already peppered with impressive achievements, Jamaica’s Ackera Nugent is undoubtedly a name to watch in the world of track and field. Her remarkable talent, coupled with her dedication and perseverance, has earned her a reputation as one of Jamaica’s most exciting young athletes.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/nugents-focus/

28/01/2025

Molynes United avenged their first-round loss to Humble Lion after winning their second-round game 2-1 on Monday at Drewsland Mini Stadium and moved two places up to ninth on the points tables.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Molynes United avenged their first-round loss to Humble Lion after winning their second round game 2-1 on Monday at Drewsland Mini Stadium and moved two places up to ninth on the points tables. The result spoiled Alex Thomas’ debut as the Humble Lion coach as the Clarendon-ba...

28/01/2025

A radical White House freeze on potentially trillions of dollars in US government spending including on grants and loans was due to take effect Tuesday, sparking accusations that President Donald Trump is violating the constitution.

Washington, United States (AFP)--A radical White House freeze on potentially trillions of dollars in US government spending including on grants and loans was due to take effect Tuesday, sparking accusations that President Donald Trump is violating the constitution. The order from the White House bud...

28/01/2025

Member of Parliament (MP) for St James West Central Marlene Malahoo Forte has slammed what she described as vulgar behaviour on political platforms.

“You don’t come on a stage and you talk about activities that amount to incest,” she said last Friday.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/no-place-vulgarity-politics-says-malahoo-forte/

28/01/2025

Dancehall superstar, Adidja “Vybz Kartel” Palmer will know by Friday, whether he will receive the green light to enter the United States of America (US) again for the first time in more than 20 years.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/vybz-kartel-know-visa-fate-friday/

28/01/2025

A State of Public Emergency (SOE) has been declared in the St Catherine North Police Division as tension continues to build in Spanish Town and surrounding communities due to last week’s fatal shooting of the reputed leader of the One Order Gang.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — A State of Public Emergency (SOE) has been declared in the St Catherine North Police Division as tension continues to build in Spanish Town and surrounding communities due to last week’s fatal shooting of the reputed leader of the One Order Gang. Othneil Lobban otherwise call...

28/01/2025

Reknowned scholar and curator Professor Anthony Bogues is set to deliver a landmark lecture on Caribbean cultural evolution to mark the 92nd anniversary of Professor Rex Nettleford’s birth on February 3.

The lecture is being regarded as a fitting tribute to one of the region’s most transformative intellectual voices.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/bouges-deliver-rex-nettleford-memorial-lecture/

28/01/2025

The Independent Commission of Investigations (Indecom) is reporting that 22 people have been fatally shot by security forces since the beginning of 2025.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Independent Commission of Investigations (Indecom) is reporting that 22 people have been fatally shot by security forces since the beginning of 2025. This means that the figure has almost doubled since the 12 fatal shootings that were reported last week for the first 16 day...

28/01/2025

Two former members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) have raised concern that there could be a slippage in the army’s recruitment process after a soldier, who was allegedly in the company of men of questionable character, was killed by gunmen on Monday morning on Molynes Road in St Andrew.

The murdered soldier has been identified as 26-year-old Private Fernando Wayne Dixon.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/son-of-a-gun/

28/01/2025

By the end of this week we will begin celebrations for the much-talked-about Reggae Month.

The Ministry of Entertainment and Culture usually takes the lead in coordinating the observances over the month of February in recognition of the success of the genre, both locally and on the world stage.

What remains disheartening, however, is that each year, after the festivities are executed, the nation hibernates until another new year.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/01/28/make-reggae-month-observance/

28/01/2025

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28/01/2025

Approximately 30 poultry farmers from May Pen, Clarendon, have been equipped with vital resources and skills to enhance their farming practices from a collaborative initiative led by Project STAR in partnership with Hi-Pro, and other government agencies.

CLARENDON, Jamaica- Approximately 30 poultry farmers from May Pen, Clarendon, have been equipped with vital resources and skills to enhance their farming practices from a collaborative initiative led by Project STAR in partnership with Hi-Pro, and other government agencies. The training session, hel...

28/01/2025

Minister of Education Dana Morris-Dixon has expressed support for grooming policies that allow young Jamaican students more freedom, However, she stresses that it’s a decision for schools to make in consultation with students and parents.

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information Dana Morris-Dixon has expressed support for grooming policies that allow young Jamaican students more freedom, especially with their natural hair. However, she stresses that it’s a decision for schools to make in consultation...

28/01/2025

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Kamina Johnson Smith says the Government is strengthening monitoring and enforcement of critical pieces of legislation to safeguard the environment.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Kamina Johnson Smith says the Government is strengthening monitoring and enforcement of critical pieces of legislation to safeguard the environment. Speaking in the Upper House on Friday, Johnson Smith said that the measures are bei...

28/01/2025

Brazilian star Neymar on Monday ended his injury-plagued 18 month stay in Saudi Arabia as his club, Al-Hilal said they had "agreed to terminate the player's contract by mutual consent".

PARIS, France (AFP) - Brazilian star Neymar on Monday ended his injury-plagued 18 month stay in Saudi Arabia as his club, Al-Hilal said they had "agreed to terminate the player& #039;s contract by mutual consent". "The club expresses its thanks and appreciation to Neyma...