1 dead, 2 injured in Jamaica, Queens stabbing

Updated on: July 5, 2025 / 9:35 AM EDT / CBS New York 1 dead, 2 injured in Jamaica, Queens stabbing 1 dead, 2 injured in Jamaica, Queens stabbing 00:28 One man is dead and two others were hurt in a stabbing incident in Queens.  It happened just …

Jamaica reaffirms its commitment to CARICOM

As the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) marks its 52nd Anniversary on 4 July 2025, Chairman of CARICOM, Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica, has underscored the centrality of unity and cooperation for the Region’s future. “CARICOM has embodied the Region …

Guyana’s Caricom 10K team arrives in Jamaica

Rising Stars U-19: USA shock Jamaica, Barbados begin title defence in winning fashion

BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC): Jamaica were upset by USA in the opening round of the Rising Stars Men’s Under-19 50-over Championships, while defending champions Barbados made light work of Guyana to register a comprehensive victory here on Thursday. Utkarsh …

2025 Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards

Business, Latest News, News KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Friday, July 4, ended trading at $160.79, up by 17 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s dail... {"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}

Work permits likely behind lead in requests for stay extensions in Jamaica

(Jamaica Gleaner) Asians make up the largest number of people requesting an extension of stay in Jamaica, accounting for 46 per cent of the 10,146 aliens registered in 2024, according to Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) records. In its latest Economic …

Grange says Jamaica continues to produce world-class live events

GRANGE... we have to continue supporting the infrastructure. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport Olivia “Babsy” Grange says she is pleased with the level of world-class productions the local entertainment management teams have managed to …

USA shock Jamaica in Rising Stars U-19 opener

BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC) — Former winners Jamaica were upset by one of two United States of America teams in the opening round of the Rising Stars Men’s Under-19 50-over Championship, while defending champions Barbados made light work of Guyana to …

Jamaica earns first gold medal at Junior CASA

Captain Sanjana Nallapati (left) and vice-captain Mehar Trehan celebrate the successful defence of the girls’ doubles title against Barbados at the Junior CASA Championship in the Cayman Islands. July 5, 2025 Captain Sanjana Nallapati teamed up with vice- …

Letter of the Day | Jamaica’s heritage is its rich tapestry of many cultures

THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica prepares for its national celebrations, we face a crucial moment of reflection. Our cherished motto, ‘Out of Many, One People’, is not merely a slogan, it is the profound truth of our existence. Yet, our public festivities and …