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The 20 Greatest Personalities in Rocksteady
5+ hour, 27+ min ago (383+ words) Alton Ellis, the soulful singer whose songs defined the 1966-68 rocksteady era, has been named number one on the Observer Online's 60 Greatest Rocksteady Personalities. Ellis, who died in 2008, topped a Top 20 list selected by musicologist/broadcaster, Michael Barnett, and Jamaica Observer…...
Barbados described as one of safest destinations in the Caribbean and the Americas
6+ hour, 8+ min ago (331+ words) BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC) " The chief executive officer of "the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc, Andrea Franklin, says the international recognition of the island as one of the safest destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026 is both welcomed and reassuring. "This recognition…...
Gov’t signs instrument of ratification to prevent illicit import, export and transfer of ownership of cultural property
13+ hour, 38+ min ago (207+ words) KINGSTON, Jamaica'Minister of Culture Olivia Grange on Thursday signed the instrument of ratification for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) 1970 Convention on the means of prohibiting and preventing the illicit import, export and transfer of ownership of…...
Spanish Town Police upset Mt Pleasant in JPL
21+ hour, 32+ min ago (389+ words) KINGSTON, Jamaica'Relegation-threatened Spanish Town Police maintained their fight against the drop after scoring an upset 1-0 win over title-chasing Mt Pleasant FA in their rescheduled Jamaica Premier League third round game played at Royale Lakes Complex on Thursday. Ryieme Gayle scored…...
Reggae Boy Leon Bailey expresses disappointment after Reggae Boyz fail to qualify for World Cup - Jamaica Observer
23+ hour, 30+ min ago (302+ words) KINGSTON, Jamaica'Reggae Boy Leon Bailey is expressing disappointment and has issued a public apology to his country after the Reggae Boyz failed to qualify for the World Cup, following a 1-0 extra-time defeat to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in…...
WATCH: Rudolph Speid undecided on future after failed World Cup bid
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (258+ words) Jamaica's senior men's football head coach during the recent intercontinental World Cup play-offs, Rudolph Speid says he is undecided on whether he will continue to lead the Reggae Boyz. Speid's contract as head coach expired on Tuesday after being given…...
ITA introduces email renewal reminders for digital certificates of fitness
23+ hour, 33+ min ago (200+ words) KINGSTON, Jamaica " Motorists can now expect email renewal reminders for their digital certificates of fitness, following new enhancements introduced by the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) to its electronic motor vehicle fitness system. With the new addition, motorists will now benefit…...
Tony Roy revives ‘Flying Machine’ with reggae flavour
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (214+ words) Singer Tony Roy, who had considerable success in 2025 with a cover of Lobo's'I'd Love You to Want Me, has followed up with a reggae spin on'Flying Machine, another pop hit from the early 1970s. Originally done by British star Cliff Richard,…...
The Ripple Effect: Middle East Conflict and Global Food Security
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (502+ words) A chokepoint in the global energy system Shipping disruptions and global food trade Beyond its role in energy and fertiliser markets, the Strait of Hormuz also serves as a major chokepoint for international shipping. Large volumes of commodities, including agricultural…...
Campari does Lyme and Mixology
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (175+ words) Campari officially set the tone for the Carnival season with a high-energy Lyme and Mixology Experience at 23 Dominica Drive in New Kingston on Thursday, March 26, and if this was any indication, the road will be nothing short of electric. Bringing…...