Jamaica Anticipates 1.3 Million Visitors as Airlines Expand Offerings

 Jamaica is experiencing an unprecedented surge in tourism as the winter season sees the destination securing 1.6 million airline seats, underscoring the island’s status as one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after destinations. The strong demand for travel …

Jamaica sees first week of single-digit homicides for 2024

  For the first time all year, Jamaica last week recorded single-digit homicides during a period covering seven days.   According to data published Monday morning by the Jamaica Constabulary Force, for the week of December 21-28, the country recorded nine …

Hyatt Just Added 17 New All-Inclusive Resorts, From Jamaica to Tulum

As Hyatt continues its talks on a potential acquisition of all-inclusive company Playa, the hotel giant just added 17 more resorts to its already-massive all-inclusive portfolio in the Caribbean.  Hyatt has officially absorbed 17 different Bahia Principe …

More Industrial Unrest Predicted in Jamaica in 2025

Jamaica’s Top Cop Defends Force Amid Fatal Shootings

Thousands of council staff allowed to 'work from the beach' in Barbados, Jamaica and Ibiza

Thousands of council staff have been permitted to "work from the beach" - from luxurious destinations including Barbados, South Africa and Thailand - more than 2,000 times since the pandemic, with approvals continuing to rise. Town hall bosses …

Jamaica recorded only nine murders last week, lowest all year for seven-day period

For the first time all year, Jamaica last week recorded single-digit murders during a period covering seven days. For the week of December 21-28, the country recorded nine homicides, according to data published this morning by the Jamaica Constabulary …

21 Cubans repatriated after illegally arriving in Jamaica

By Kimone Witter       The Jamaican authorities on Saturday repatriated 21 Cuban nationals who illegally arrived in the country.   According to Cuba's Ministry of the Interior, the group was returned through the port of Santiago de Cuba and it was the …

Embracing the Future: Introducing AI to Jamaica’s Next Generation

by Leo Gilling SOUTH FLORIDA – In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, Jamaica must fully embrace the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence (AI). While our island nation is renowned for its rich culture, diverse heritage, and …

Bank of Jamaica reopens after emergency repairs

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) has announced that its Nethersole Place location will reopen today, Monday, December 30, resuming normal operations following a temporary closure last Friday. All services, including public teller operations, will be available. …