FAO warns of ‘unprecedented’ rising Bird Flu crisis

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a grim warning about the growing threat posed by the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu virus. The outbreak continues to spread from poultry to mammals, raising concerns over food security, economic disruptions, and the potential for human infection.

Prime minister urges Jamaicans to remain firm and resolute against criminals

Reading Time: 2 minutesPrime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, says Jamaicans should remain firm and resolute in denying criminals any sense of security or belonging within their neighbourhoods. “Criminals are bad news – blights…

‘Give us back the Statue of Liberty’—French politician calls for return of Statue of Liberty

Reading Time: < 1 minuteGlucksmann made the statement while speaking at a convention, criticising the treatment of researchers advocating for scientific freedom. He said, “We’re going to say to the Americans who have chosen to side with the tyrants, to the Americans who fired researchers for demanding scientific freedom: ‘Give us back the Statue of Liberty.’”

Audrey Marks strives for seamless digitalisation of Jamaican businesses and government services

Reading Time: 3 minutesSenator Audrey Marks has outlined her aim to foster a seamless digitalisation of Jamaican businesses and government services.

Marks stated that Jamaica is at a pivotal moment in national development, and as such, the digital revolution and the need for more agile and responsive government should be addressed with urgency, innovation, and determination.

Seiveright to serve as state minister in the Ministry of Tourism

Reading Time: 2 minutesPrime Minister Andrew Holness outlined that Delano Seiveright will serve as Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism and will be assigned with specific responsibilities for linkages between tourism and the general economy.

Seiveright has served as Senior Advisor and Strategist to the Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, and has extensive experience in governance, tourism development, corporate communications, and stakeholder engagement.

PM: Audrey Marks to focus on reformation of government bureaucracy, digital transformation

Reading Time: 4 minutesPrime Minister Andrew Holness announced that new Senate appointee Audrey Marks will focus on the reformation of government bureaucracy and digital transformation, two key areas that will help drive the national development agenda of Jamaica.

Marks will serve as minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for efficiency, innovation, and digital transformation.