UN Security Council fails to adopt draft resolution on Strait of Hormuz

Reading Time: 3 minutes“The Security Council should not rush to vote on a draft resolution when serious concerns have been raised by members,” China’s permanent representative to the United Nations Fu Cong said….

NWC working to restore operation at New Milns pumping station in Hanover

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe National Water Commission is advising customers in New Milns, Welcome and surrounding areas that it is working assiduously to restore operation at the New Milns pumping station in Hanover by Friday, April 17, 2026.

The Agency had communicated a resolution date of Tuesday, April 7, 2026; however, due to unforeseen challenges, the maintenance team was unable to meet the deadline.

International digital experts gather in Jamaica next weekend for CaribNOG31

Reading Time: < 1 minuteExperts in the digital space will be gathering in Jamaica next week for the 31st Forum of the Caribbean Network Operators Group (CaribNOG31). The CaribNOG 31 Forum will convene regional and international network…

CCJ receives its first original jurisdiction referral from Belize

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), on April 7, held a case management conference for its first‑ever referral from a national court. The High Court of Belize submitted a question…

PSOJ supports resilience measures but wants stronger growth agenda in 2026/27 budget

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) has welcomed key elements of the Government’s 2026/27 budget, particularly its focus on resilience, recovery, and improved coordination, while urging a more defined…

PIOJ reports notable milestones by health sector despite challenges

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is reporting that the country’s health sector recorded notable milestones during the 2024 calendar year, even as it grappled with a range of significant…