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England vs. France: How to Watch, Preview and Lineups
Here we are, Group D. The group of death at Women’s Euro 2025. Only two nations can advance to the next round, so the tournament gets serious straight away for England, France and the Netherlands. Not to mention Wales enjoying the role of being a...

Devon House discord
Several tenants at popular St Andrew food, recreational and tourism attraction Devon House are reportedly crying foul over dramatic hikes in lease and maintenance fees by the property’s management. The Jamaica Observer was reliably informed that...

Gov’t issues advisory amid escalating tensions in the Middle East
The Government of Jamaica has issued an official advisory as tensions continue to rise across parts of the Middle East. In the advisory, Jamaican nationals are strongly urged to avoid non-essential travel to countries currently experiencing armed...

Cops kill man in alleged confrontation at Sun Coast Beach Club
The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) is probing the fatal shooting of a man in the wee hours Thursday at the Sun Coast Beach Club residential complex in Bull Bay, St Thomas. Information reaching The Gleaner is that the police...

These 5 Caribbean Cities Are Perfect for a Quick Weekend Getaway
The Caribbean is about more than just its stunning natural beauty — it’s about culture, character, and city streets that feel like they’ve lived a hundred lives. Some of the most memorable escapes happen not on a remote cay, but in a historic...

No free electricity for vendors in new Negril market, says McKenzie
Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie (second right) making a point about the temporary location of the Negril Fruit and Vegetable Market’s fence to chief technical director in the ministry Dwight Wilson (second left). Looking on are Mayor of...

TMG's June opens, Chicken Guy! gone, a drunken wagyu master visits Orlando and more local food news
Photo via JuneinOrlando/Instagram OPENINGS & CLOSINGS: June, the contemporary Mexican kitchen specializing in wood-fired eats of the Yucatán with Asian flourishes, has opened at 700 E. Washington St. in Thornton Park. The former Graffiti Junktion...

KFC opens in Black River with 65 new jobs
Restaurants of Jamaica (ROJ), commemorating its 50th year of operating the flagship KFC brand in Jamaica, opened its newest KFC restaurant location in Black River, St. Elizabeth, on Saturday, June 21. The location represents an investment of $355...
A climate ally needs support — but at what cost?
For many years, mangroves were an underappreciated climate ally. Not anymore. For countries looking to meet their promised climate goals, mangroves have become an attractive investment. In just a single square mile, these coastal forests can hold...

Two pesky areas of development off the Southeast U.S. and Mexican Pacific coast
Americans heading to northern Florida or the Southeast U.S. coast would be smart to keep an eye on a tropical disturbance that could develop over the upcoming holiday weekend. The main impact will likely be heavy rain – much of it offshore – but...

Foreign Affairs ministry urges Jamaicans to avoid travel to Middle East
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Senator Kamina Johnson Smith speaks during a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister on Thursday, May 29, 2025. (Photo: Naphtali Junior) KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

Bowl & Spoon triples down on wellness with three new locations
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Bowl & Spoon, the Devon house-based restaurant known for its soups, salads, bowls and smoothies, will be expanding later this year with three new locations confirmed. With spots secured on Lady Musgrave Road, the University of...

Journalists deliver reggae report from the UK
Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events — or submit your own! As pop royalty Beyonce wrapped her six-night engagement in Tottenham, England, in Brooklyn, Nottingham-born British author John Masouri schooled...

IronRock marks 10-year milestone with new Hope Road office
IronRock Insurance has officially relocated its headquarters to Hope Road, a move CEO Christian Watt says reflects the company’s earned position in Jamaica’s insurance market. The 10-year-old insurance company, previously based on Braemar Avenue,...

England star Lucy Bronze sparks relationship rumours with Spain rival among fans as holiday pics emerge
England defender Lucy Bronze and Spain's Ona Batlle have shared social media photos from a recent holiday together, intensifying speculation about their relationship amongst fans. The former Barcelona teammates posted images from their getaway,...

Realty ONE Group enters Jamaican market with Kingston office
Realty ONE Group, the fast-growing global real estate franchisor, has launched its first Jamaican office under the newly formed Realty ONE Group Titans, with plans to expand across the island as it targets the country’s residential, commercial and...
Swearing-in Ceremony for the Instal...
On Sunday, 6 July 2025, the Honourable Mr Justice Winston Anderson will be sworn in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) during the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...

Fused Cravings serves bold bowls with a local twist
With a background in gastronomy, friends Kathryn Tenn and Jessie Ennevor decided to take a leap of faith and branch out into a new food venture. These days, the duo is bowling on flavour, delivering on delicious diversity and creativity with Fused...

Health minister says Sav Hospital to get massive upgrade
WESTERN BUREAU: Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton says the Savanna-la-Mar Public General Hospital, in Westmoreland, is to undergo the most significant expansion in its history. The announcement comes amid calls from civic leaders...