Jamaica Star
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:17:02 -0500Car crashes into gas pump, sparks fire at Texaco
A routine stop at a busy St Andrew gas station turned into a frightening scene on Tuesday afternoon when a car slammed into a fuel pump and burst into flames.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:19:24 -0500'Tarzan' allegedly killed by teen behind bathroom in Portland
A dispute that reportedly started behind a public bathroom in Port Antonio ended in bloodshed on Monday afternoon, leaving one man dead and a 15-year-old high school student in police custody.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:43:54 -0500Housing entities eye lands at Easington, St Thomas
Two government agencies with responsibility for housing are reportedly expressing interest in acquiring properties in Easington, St Thomas, as part of ongoing efforts to expand housing development in the parish.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:37:26 -0500UDC has big housing plans for St Ann
St Ann could soon see a significant increase in housing units as the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) moves forward with ambitious plans to construct between 1,500 and 2,000 housing units across three communities in the parish.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:26:30 -0500Constable charged in fatal shooting of 'Buju' granted $1m bail
The policeman charged in the controversial shooting death of Latoya 'Buju' Bulgin has been granted bail, nearly two weeks after he was denied his freedom by the court.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:08:56 -0500Candidate with similar name to incumbent barred from election
Alaska (AP): A top Alaska elections official on Monday ruled that a US Senate
candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan
Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:36:51 -0500St Hilda’s robotics trio takes on the world in Netherlands
In a field long perceived as male-dominated, an all-girls robotics team from St. Hilda’s Diocesan High School in Brown’s Town, St Ann, is challenging stereotypes and preparing to showcase Jamaican talent on the global stage.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:30:49 -0500World Cup fever heating up Fans choose teams based on love, looks and loyalty
Lisa does not know much about football, but she knows one thing for sure - Neymar is enough reason to support Brazil.
Standing in downtown Kingston, the shopper declared that her love for the Brazilian star was more about fantasy.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:21:01 -0500Churchman says Christians should not watch World Cup
One self-proclaimed man of God is urging believers to stay far away from the World Cup, arguing that watching the global tournament could put their spirituality and salvation at risk.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:14:08 -0500Dad buys car for 11-y-o daughter But insists it’s not for her to drive
While many 11-year-olds receive the latest gadgets, toys and balloons marked ‘Congrats’ as graduation gifts, Montego Bay businessman Romar Pearson wanted something different for his daughter graduating primary school - so he bought her a car.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:48:01 -0500Teen gunned down in Spanish Town
Gunmen turned a quiet Saturday night into a scene of chaos when they opened fire on an 18-year-old construction worker sitting at a shop in Spanish Town, killing him and injuring another man.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:57:10 -0500Maranatha expands special needs unit
Maranatha Basic School is expanding its special education programme to accommodate more children with autism and other neurodivergent conditions, offering hope to parents who have struggled for years to secure a place for their children.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:47:15 -0500Respect for elders in decline … Senior bemoans rising disrespect in society
For 76-year-old Paul Watt, retirement was expected to be a peaceful return after two decades in the United Kingdom. Instead, he says it has become a daily experience of what he describes as a troubling decline in public respect.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:39:28 -0500Bridge reopening restores vital economic link
The movement of millions of dollars in economic activity, access to hundreds of jobs, and the daily transport of poultry products were among the key reasons the Government prioritised the rebuilding of the Spring Village Bridge in St Catherine.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:24:15 -0500Slain teacher was getting ready to migrate
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:15:21 -0500Cop saved by bullet-proof vest
A policeman escaped serious injury after a bullet reportedly struck his protective vest during an armed confrontation with a gunman in the Farm community of Effortville, Clarendon, on Friday.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:07:00 -0500Broken AC units disrupts surgeries at KPH
Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) has been plunged into surgical disruption after malfunctioning central air-conditioning units forced the postponement of multiple operations, with two operating theatres now operating below full capacity.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:56 -0500New health campaign targets substance abuse
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:55:21 -0500‘Loose vagina’ myth hurting women
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:48:48 -0500Musk Becomes World's First Trillionaire After SpaceX Soars
Elon Musk has blasted into uncharted territory, becoming the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX made a blockbuster debut on Wall Street on Friday.