22 h. ago Lambert Brown Withdraws Claim of Planned Parliament Suspension

Opposition Senator, Lambert Brown, has withdrawn his claims that PNP Senators were told parliament would be suspended before the tabling of the Integrity Commission’s Annual Report. Senator Brown made this comment while speaking in the Senate last Friday, as he attempted to rebut comments made by Senator Abka Fitz-Henley. His utterances followed those of Opposition […] The post Lambert Brown Withdraws Claim of Planned Parliament Suspension appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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30 h. ago Media Bosses say Reduced Energy Costs Would Benefit Businesses

Media bosses say a reduction in electricity costs would massively benefit their businesses. Senior executive for corporate and external affairs at the RJR/Gleaner Group, Gary Allen, says electricity bills take up a big portion of the expenses of a media house. Mr. Allen is also chairman of the Media Association of Jamaica. Gary Allen, senior […] The post Media Bosses say Reduced Energy Costs Would Benefit Businesses appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

Economics

45 h. ago House Passes Bill to Extend Vehicle Fitness, Registration Validity

The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a bill to extend the validity of fitness and registration certificates of motor vehicles. Transport Minister, Daryl Vaz, piloted the bill through all its stages. Gianni Willie reports. The Transport Minister says the Road Traffic Amendment Act 2025 is a key step in boosting efficiency in road traffic […] The post House Passes Bill to Extend Vehicle Fitness, Registration Validity appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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54 h. ago Trump Tax Bill Heading to Final Vote in US House of Representatives

Donald Trump’s huge budget bill is heading for a final vote in the US House of Representatives. The plan, which Trump calls the “big beautiful bill”, has been held up in Congress over concerns about the impact on national debt, and healthcare. But in the early hours of Thursday, Republican rebels fell into line. Trump […] The post Trump Tax Bill Heading to Final Vote in US House of Representatives appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 d. ago Gov’t Tables Legislation Designed to Modernise Tourism Industry

The government has tabled legislation to modernise the framework that supports the tourism industry. Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett says in its current form, the Jamaica Tourist Board Act is not fit for purpose. The update will enhance the tourist board’s ability to effectively regulate the industry and promote Jamaica as a visitor destination. It will […] The post Gov’t Tables Legislation Designed to Modernise Tourism Industry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Jamaica Opens Applications for Licence to Provide Electricity

In a stunning development, the Government of Jamaica says it will not renew its licence with the Jamaica Public Service Company, JPS, under the current terms. The announcement was made by Energy Minister Daryl Vaz at a press conference held at Jamaica House on Tuesday morning. The Government of Jamaica holds a 19 per cent […] The post Jamaica Opens Applications for Licence to Provide Electricity appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago Agriculture Minister Welcomes Stricter Laws for Praedial Larceny

Agriculture minister, Floyd Green, is welcoming the passing of legislation that stipulates harsher penalties for praedial larceny. The senate passed the Praedial Larceny Amendment Act on Friday with three amendments. The amendments are aimed at combating the theft of agricultural produce, livestock and fish. Minister Green says other praedial larceny prevention measures are in train […] The post Agriculture Minister Welcomes Stricter Laws for Praedial Larceny appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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4 d. ago US Auto Sales Increase for Second Quarter But Experts Predict Rising Costs

U.S. auto sales are set to rise in the second quarter, aided by sustained demand. But industry players expect President Donald Trump’s tariffs to pressure prices in the months ahead. Market research firm Cox Automotive expects U.S. new-vehicle sales volume to climb about 1.7 million units. This compares to 4.18 million units in the second […] The post US Auto Sales Increase for Second Quarter But Experts Predict Rising Costs appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

Economics

4 d. ago JCF Credits Fingerprint ID System With Capture of Alleged Serial Housebreaker

The JCF says it was able to use its Automated Fingerprint Identification System to identify and charge an alleged serial housebreaker. Charged is 29-year-old Kerron Mason, otherwise called ‘Piggy’ of White Hall Avenue, Kingston, with housebreaking and larceny. The Constant Spring Police reports that on December 16, last year, occupants of a house on Mayfair […] The post JCF Credits Fingerprint ID System With Capture of Alleged Serial Housebreaker appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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5 d. ago Transport Minister: 12,000 have Benefitted from School Bus System in Portland

More than 12,000 passengers have benefitted from the rural school bus service in Portland since it was initiated in May this year. That’s according to transport minister, Daryl Vaz. Writing on social media platform ‘X’ on Sunday, Vaz noted that 258 schools will benefit under phase one of the programme, starting September. Minister Vaz was […] The post Transport Minister: 12,000 have Benefitted from School Bus System in Portland appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago Vulnerable Jamaicans Urged to Apply For $1B Solidarity Programme

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is urging vulnerable Jamaicans to make use of the government’s one billion dollar Solidarity programme now in effect. He was speaking at the launch of the initiative at Jamaica House on Wednesday. Under Solidarity, one-time cash grants of $20,000 will be provided to 50,000 eligible Jamaicans. To be eligible, individuals […] The post Vulnerable Jamaicans Urged to Apply For $1B Solidarity Programme appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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9 d. ago Mammee Bay Main Road Blocked to Facilitate Police Investigation

The police are advising members of the public to use an alternative route to the Mammee Bay main road in St. Ann. According to the police, the roadway is currently blocked to facilitate an investigation. Nationwide News understands that a taxi driver and a passenger has been shot and killed. The incident reportedly happened sometime […] The post Mammee Bay Main Road Blocked to Facilitate Police Investigation appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

Events

1 week ago Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Recommends Right To Recall

The right to recall Members of Parliament, MPs, and the ability for private citizens to respond to adverse statements uttered in either house are among the recommendations from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, CPA. Assessors from the organization visited the island earlier this year. Their report was published on Friday. Chevon Campbell tells us more. The […] The post Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Recommends Right To Recall appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago Public Defender Reviewing Operations of the Sexual Offenders Registry

The Office of the Public Defender, OPD, says it has initiated a wide-ranging investigation into the operation and effectiveness of the Sexual Offenders Registry. The registry was established under the 2009 Sexual Offences Act. Currently, access is limited to law enforcement personnel, designated employers and persons with a proven legitimate interest. In a statement on […] The post Public Defender Reviewing Operations of the Sexual Offenders Registry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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1 week ago First Batch of Vehicles Under Rural Bus System Arrive in Jamaica

The first batch of buses under the government’s new Rural School Bus System has officially arrived in the country. On Sunday, 25 school buses were offloaded at Kingston Wharves. Transport minister, Daryl Vaz, says this marks the start of the phased rollout of the initiative aimed at improving student transportation in rural communities. Minister Vaz […] The post First Batch of Vehicles Under Rural Bus System Arrive in Jamaica appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Fitz Henley: Bunting Must Apologise For Questioning Crime Figures

Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley on Friday demanded that Opposition Spokesman on National Security, Peter Bunting, apologize to the security forces for earlier this year calling into question whether murder statistics are being suppressed. Mr. Bunting on numerous occasions in the past called into question the accuracy of murder statistics provided by the JCF. In a […] The post Fitz Henley: Bunting Must Apologise For Questioning Crime Figures appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago MP Guy Blames Teacher Migration for Underperformance in External Exams

Member of Parliament for Central St. Mary, Dr. Morais Guy, says student underperformance in external exams is a result of mass teacher migration. He made the argument during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. Dr. Guy claims the opposition has a plan to rescue the education system. The […] The post MP Guy Blames Teacher Migration for Underperformance in External Exams appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Tourism Minister Promises Legislative Changes to Improve Industry

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett addresses June 18’s post-cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House. (Adrian Walker/JIS) Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett promises a raft of legislative changes to better position the industry for the future. Making his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, Minister Bartlett spoke to the need to modernise the enabling legislation as […] The post Tourism Minister Promises Legislative Changes to Improve Industry appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago Robinson Tables Question on Chung’s Controversial FID Appointment

Opposition Spokesman on Finance, Julian Robinson, says the government still has questions to answer regarding the appointment of Dennis Chung, as Chief Technical Director of the Financial Investigations Division, FID. Mr. Robinson tabled questions on the appointment in the House of Representatives on Tuesday, seeking clarity from Minister of Finance, Fayval Williams. The PNP has […] The post Robinson Tables Question on Chung’s Controversial FID Appointment appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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2 w. ago PNP Vows to Fix Healthcare System ‘On the Verge of Collapse’

Member of Parliament for Central St. Mary, Dr. Morais Guy, took the government to task on Tuesday for what he sees as the poor state of the country’s healthcare system. He’s vowing fixes under a People’s National Party, PNP, administration. Making his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, Dr. Guy described […] The post PNP Vows to Fix Healthcare System ‘On the Verge of Collapse’ appeared first on Nationwide 90FM.

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