United States, Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica announce joint 2031 Women's World Cup bid

NEW YORK — The United States Soccer Federation formally shared its plans to co-host the 2031 Women’s World Cup with Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica, the federation announced Monday. It is set to be the largest Women’s World Cup, with 48 teams...

Where is Tropical Storm Melissa headed? See forecast…

Tropical Storm Melissa continues to spin in the central Caribbean Sea and is showing no signs of letting up. The National Hurricane Center said in an 2 p.m. ET advisory on Oct. 23 that Melissa is located about 200 miles south-southeast of...

Cruises by Inspiring Vacations marks CLIA’s Cruise Month with new Sail and Save events

Cruises by Inspiring Vacations is marking Cruise Lines International Association’s Cruise Month with new expanded Sail and Save events, providing Aussies with access to exclusive holiday offers. Australian travellers are taking to the water in...

US joined by Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica in plan to host 2031 Women's World Cup, the...

“This Women's World Cup will be equal in every sense of the word to a men's World Cup,” U.S. Soccer Federation president Cindy Parlow Cone said during a news conference, “not just in the number of teams and matches, but equal in the quality of the...

Fishers in Alligator Pond taking threat of Tropical Storm Melissa seriously

Some fishers in Alligator Pond, Manchester say they are not leaving anything to chance as they prepare for Tropical Storm Melissa. When Radio Jamaica News visited the area, several fishermen were seen navigating choppy waters as they made their...

The 7 Cheapest Winter Sun Destinations For American Travelers Revealed

It's going to be a long, gray slog until spring. The daily grind feels heavier when it's dark earlier and freezing outside, and the dream of a sunny beach feels a million miles away. But what if you could put a dose of vitamin sea on the calendar...

U.S., Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica bid to host 2031 Women's World Cup

The United States plans to co-host the 2031 World Cup with regional neighbors, the same structure being used for the men's championship next year. Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica were added Monday to the U.S. Soccer Federation proposal as co-hosts,...

U.S. joined by Mexico, Costa Rica, Jamaica in plan to host 2031 Women's World Cup 

New York — The United States plans to co-host the 2031 World Cup with regional neighbors, the same structure being used for the men's championship next year. Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica were added Monday to the U.S. Soccer Federation proposal...

A new spin on luxury: Jamaica’s first casino coming Princess Grand Resort

From the pulsating beat of reggae and dancehall music to electrifying live performances, Jamaica’s newest luxury resort, Princess Grand Jamaica, located in Green Island, Hanover, has quickly established itself as a favorite among travellers from...

Local First Policy Ensures Jamaicans Benefit from Tourism

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has announced a Local First Policy, aimed at ensuring that Jamaicans benefit from the successes of the country’s tourism industry. Speaking in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 14), he said...

Soldier hospitalised after being pinned under JDF unit in Mandeville crash

The JDF unit involved in Thursday’s crash on New Green Road in Mandeville. The injured soldier was reportedly pinned under the unit when it overturned. October 23, 2025 MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A member of the Jamaica Defence Force has been...

Jamaica’s inflation edges up to 2.1% in September

The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) has reported that the point-to-point domestic inflation rate for September rose to 2.1 per cent, up from a record low of 1.2 per cent in August. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) also increased by 0.8 per...

Strong demand, strategic growth highlighted at Sunwing Vacations Group Amplify event

It’s all about momentum and that’s what the Sunwing Vacations Group is seeing these days and was a highlight of its third annual Amplify leadership event – sponsored by NexusTours – which brought together 160 EPIC leaders from across its vacation...

Jamaica Carnival 2026 out the gates early with NYC promotion

New Yorkers woke Monday morning to an enticing invitation from the Jamaica Tourist Board, encouraging tri-state residents to begin making travel plans for Jamaica Carnival in April 2026. A vibrant television segment aired on the New York Living...

Eltha ‘Paulette’ Brown was not a household name but she was a Jamaican heroine

On the day after Eltha Brown would have turned 68, they came to mourn her loss, a woman small in stature but whose contribution to Jamaica and the world was huge, through work that eventually led her to the United Nations (UN) and touched...

Tropical Storm Melissa On Path To Become Major CAT-4 Hurricane | Sunny in Central Florida

Tropical Storm Melissa On Path To Become Major CAT-4 Hurricane Tropical Storm Melissa On Path To Become Major CAT-4 Hurricane CAPABLE OF DOING. I’LL PASS AS WELL. ALL RIGHT. LET’S TURN NOW TO OUR FORECAST. MORE SPECIFICALLY, LET’S TALK ABOUT THE...

Halima Haughton takes Miss Jamaica World Top Model prize

Halima Haughton, winner of the fast-track Miss Jamaica World Top Model prize. Four young ladies have now secured automatic top 10 placement in the 2025 Miss Jamaica World beauty pageant. On Saturday, October 18, University of Technology freshman...

‘Irie’ is who we are: Honoring Jamaica’s heroes and spirit

Around the world, the word “Irie” is synonymous with Jamaica — often personified as a Rasta man, barefoot on a beach with a spliff in hand. But as with most things commercialized, the true meaning of the word is often diluted. Irie in popular...

Senior arrested for fatal crash

A Jamaica senior was arrested on Oct. 22 for a fatal hit-and-run in South Jamaica. Johann Rohlehr, 73, of 171st Street was arrested within the confines of the 103 Precinct shortly after 9 a.m. and charged with leaving the scene of an accident and...

Mia’s trae un sabor de Baja, Mediterránea a Solana Beach

Mia’s, un nuevo concepto de restaurante de cocina baja-mediterránea de los fundadores de la cadena Bluewater Grill, abrirá a finales de este mes en Solana Beach. Anunciado por primera vez el invierno pasado, Mia’s planea su debut a finales de...