NEWS

PM Holness Breaks Ground on $700M Moon Palace - Montego Bay. Anticipated to Create 3,000 Local Jobs
August 22, 2025
The Palace Company has commenced construction on Moon Palace The Grand – Montego Bay, a $700 million luxury mega-resort set to transform Jamaica’s tourism sector. This milestone reflects the company’s ten-year commitment to Jamaica, reinforcing its confidence in the island as a top global destination. Featuring 1,200 rooms, exclusive overwater bungalows, 13 restaurants, and the largest spa in Jamaica, the resort aims to redefine Caribbean luxury. - Jamaica Republic The Palace Company has commenced construction on Moon Palace The Grand – Montego Bay, a $700 million luxury mega-resort set to transform Jamaica’s tourism sector. This milestone reflects the company’s ten-year commitment to Jamaica, reinforcing its confidence in the island as a top global destination. Featuring 1,200 rooms, exclusive overwater bungalows, 13 restaurants, and the largest spa in Jamaica, the resort aims to redefine Caribbean luxury.
Breaking Ground on New Social Housing Project, The Hibiscus
July 14, 2025
The Government is considering changes to the New Social Housing Program (NSHP) to improve shelter delivery for vulnerable Jamaicans, as stated by Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness during a recent ground-breaking ceremony for a new multi-family residence in St. Andrew. This development, named ‘The Hibiscus’, will consist of seven housing units, with construction starting soon.
Jamaica Removed from EU High-Risk List, PM Holness Welcomes Decision
July 13, 2025
Jamaica Removed from EU High-Risk List: Impacts on Financial Security and Regional Stability

GOVERNMENT

Why Mark Golding Opposes Jamaica’s New School Buses: A Closer Look
07/14/2025
opposition leader Mark Golding’s rejection of the buses has left many surprised and even puzzled. His comments sparked a heated debate about progress, tradition, and what’s best for students in rural communities. The recent rollout of new school buses across rural Jamaica has stirred up a strong reaction—not just from students and families who welcome the change, but also from political leaders. In particular, opposition leader Mark Golding’s rejection of the buses has left many surprised and even puzzled. His comments sparked a heated debate about progress, tradition, and what’s best for students in rural communities. This post takes a detailed look at what’s happening, why the opposition pushes back, and what this means for Jamaica’s educational future.

BUSINESS

Study Finds Jamaica is Sitting on Massive Oil Reserves
07/20/2025
Overview of Jamaica’s Offshore Oil Reserves

SPORTS

Long jumper Wayne Pinnock confirms Move to Turkey
07/20/2025
Wayne Pinnock, a former Jamaican long jumper, has switched to represent Turkey, citing better financial support for athletes as a motivation. He recently won the men's long jump at the Diamond League in London with a jump of 8.20m, surpassing Greece's Miltiadis Tentoglou. Pinnock joins other Jamaican athletes who have made similar switches, drawn by Turkey's financial incentives. Wayne Pinnock, a long jumper who recently changed his national allegiance to compete for Turkey, has stated that his choice was motivated by the desire to create a better future for himself and his family, pointing to insufficient support for athletes in Jamaica.
St Elizabeth takes the lead heading into the final day of 40th JTA/Sagicor National Athletics Championship
07/14/2025
This year’s 40th JTA/Sagicor National Athletics Championship features Jamaica’s top student-athletes from primary, all-age, and junior high schools across four age groups. With fierce competition on display and the energy of over 1,300 young athletes lighting up the National Stadium, St Elizabeth surged ahead on Day 1 of the 40th JTA/Sagicor National Athletics Championship.

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