Detectives in Manchester are awaiting an autopsy to continue their investigation into the death of a 72-year-old woman whose body was found in a barrel at her home in Mandeville amid no signs of foul play.

Jamaica Observer

Jamaicans who are tired of the persistent murders will welcome the announcement that the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) cleared up 619 murder cases in 2025, representing an approximate 92 per cent clearance rate, presumably over 2024.

Jamaica Observer

Read these and other stories in today’s #DailyObserver or subscribe to our e-paper at #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead #OTeam

Jamaica Observer

Serena Williams' bid to win the Queen's Club doubles title on her return to tennis came to a premature end on Thursday after the American legend's partner Victoria Mboko was forced to withdraw from the tournament.

Jamaica Observer

When Dr Anna Law established Align Orthodontics in Kingston in 1996, her vision extended far beyond straightening teeth as she set out to create a practice that combines clinical excellence, advanced technology, and personalised care to improve not only patients’ smiles, but also

Jamaica Observer

Ja'Kobe Tharp produced a record- breaking performance on Wednesday, running 12.75 seconds (+1.0m/s) to break the men's 110m hurdles world record at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Jamaica Observer

Chain of Hope is celebrating 30 years of transforming the lives of children with heart disease in Jamaica with a special anniversary medical mission to Bustamante Hospital for Children from June 8 to 15.

Jamaica Observer

The Manchester police have released a composite sketch of two men who are wanted in connection with a murder in Dobson, Coleyville, Manchester, on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Jamaica Observer

For years, Paul Simpson’s international engagements could easily have been read as high-level networking: a Jamaican financial-sector executive photographed with global political and business figures at major international forums.

Jamaica Observer

Shadow Minister of Local Government and Participatory Democracy, Natalie Neita Garvey is calling for the creation of a Smart Municipal Jamaica Initiative to transform municipal corporations into digitally capable, citizen-centered institutions.

Jamaica Observer

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 40-year-old pharmacy technician Kedecia McLeod of Allison district, Bombay, Manchester, who has been missing since Tuesday, June 9.

Jamaica Observer

Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating 40-year-old pharmacy technician Kedecia McLeod of Allison district, Bombay, Manchester, who has been missing since Tuesday, June 9.

Jamaica Observer

KFC Jamaica has signed Reggae Boyz captain and goalkeeper Andre Blake as the face of its 2026 Summer World Cup campaign.

Jamaica Observer

Detectives in Manchester are awaiting an autopsy to continue their investigation into the death of a 72-year-old woman whose body was found in a barrel at her home in Mandeville amid no signs of foul play.

Jamaica Observer

The United States (US) dollar on Wednesday, June 10, ended trading at $159.31, up 38 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary.

Jamaica Observer

The National Health Fund (NHF) says investigations into a recent cyber incident affecting the agency are ongoing, but the delivery of its services remains unaffected.

Jamaica Observer

A minor earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale was felt in sections of Jamaica on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies (UWI).

Jamaica Observer

Did you just feel that earthquake? In what parish are you located? Google alerts is reporting an earthquake in Kingston, Jamaica at approximately 4:11 PM. #ONews #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead

Jamaica Observer

The assault case against Spanish Town Mayor Norman Scott was dismissed in the Balaclava Criminal Court in St Elizabeth on Tuesday after the matter was successfully resolved through mediation.

Jamaica Observer

Jamaica’s Jordan Scott rebounded from his first loss of the season to win the men’s triple jump at Wednesday’s Oslo Bislett Games in Oslo, Norway, the sixth stop on the Wanda Diamond League series, jumping a wind-aided 17.66m (2.6m/s).

Jamaica Observer

Motorists should see a decrease at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, June 11, according to the latest ex-refinery costs from Petrojam.

Jamaica Observer

Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association President Christopher Jarrett says the tourism industry remains concerned about the proposed increase in General Consumption Tax (GCT) on tourism activities and is again urging the Government to meet with stakeholders.

Jamaica Observer

Hannah Collings-Myers, who wore the sash Miss Digita Properties Limited, was last Saturday night crowned the first-ever Miss Universe Jamaica Kingston & St Andrew inside the Douglas Orane Auditorium at Wolmer’s Boys’ High School.

Jamaica Observer

The life and legacy of Hugh Hart are being celebrated as family, friends, colleagues and members of the public gather for his funeral service at University Chapel. Hart, who passed away in April at the age of 96 in the Cayman Islands, served Jamaica with distinction across the

Jamaica Observer

Police are now on the scene where a 72-year-old woman, who had been reported as missing since Sunday, was found dead in a barrel at her home on Gray’s Hill Close in Mandeville.

Jamaica Observer

Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday said Christians could not consider themselves such if they "promote war" -- a thinly veiled reference to US President Donald Trump's administration.

Jamaica Observer

A woman accused of stealing a cell phone from a man she spent the night with will return to court in late June for trial on simple larceny.

Jamaica Observer

A 34-year-old businessman has been charged after allegedly trying to enter the country with US$270,580 (J$42.8 million) in his luggage.

Jamaica Observer

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has confirmed that four men were killed during an early morning police operation at the Retirement Dump in St James on Wednesday.

Jamaica Observer

The Opposition People’s National Party says it has taken careful note of recent public statements issued by Venezuelan airline Conviasa regarding the diversion of one of its flights to Jamaica and the subsequent treatment of passengers and crew.

Jamaica Observer

Haiti's achievement in qualifying for the World Cup amid ongoing turmoil in the Caribbean nation is one of the most inspiring stories of this year's tournament, and the team are now hoping to make a real impact

Jamaica Observer

A rise in United States inflation is raising a practical question for Jamaican consumers and businesses: could higher prices abroad soon make life more expensive at home?

Jamaica Observer

QUANTAS Advantage Inc’s initial public offering (IPO) has been oversubscribed as it garnered more than $2.38 billion in investor subscriptions.

Jamaica Observer

Tivoli Gardens Division councillor Donovan Samuels has been appointed as minority leader of the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC).

Jamaica Observer

Jamaican-based producer DJ Mac is quickly becoming one of the most influential young creatives shaping the sound of modern dancehall. From creating charting rhythms to producing music that dominates both parties and play lists, the Kingston-born producer has built a reputation

Jamaica Observer

United States (US) consumer inflation surged to a fresh three-year high in May, according to official data released Wednesday, as increased energy prices rippled through the world's largest economy.

Jamaica Observer

After the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) launched what has been described as a groundbreaking strategic plan for women’s football, chairperson of the Projects Committee for Women’s Programmes Carlene Edwards says it can significantly improve the sport’s ecosystem over the next

Jamaica Observer

Brazilian star Neymar said he feels like a “kid” ahead of what will be his fourth and “final” World Cup, which could yet risk being derailed by a nagging calf injury. The 34-year-old is a doubt for the start of Brazil’s World Cup campaign and is expected to miss their tournament

Jamaica Observer

A visit aboard the USS Nimitz, one of the world's largest and most advanced aircraft carriers, has reinforced for the Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) the critical role radio frequency spectrum plays in maritime safety, navigation and national security.

Jamaica Observer

The Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) says it is deeply saddened by reports confirming the death of 13-year-old Excelsior High School student, Kemelia Paul.

Jamaica Observer

Europe's Copernicus Climate Change Service on Wednesday said that global forecasters were increasingly confident that a very strong El Nino warming weather pattern could develop later this year.