Author: Steve Brown

Headline: Two Dead in Brazen Daylight Shooting in Kingston, Jamaica Date: October 22, 2024 KINGSTON, Jamaica – In a shocking turn of events, two men lost their lives following a brazen daylight shooting on North Street in downtown Kingston on Tuesday morning. The tragic incident, which also left another person injured, has sent shockwaves through the community. Details regarding the identities of the deceased remain scarce. Senior Superintendent Michael Phipps, head of the Kingston Western police, confirmed the fatalities but noted that comprehensive details of the incident are not yet available. "We can confirm the deaths, but we have no…

Tragedy Strikes at Kingston Football Match: Four Identified in Mass Shooting October 22, 2024 Kingston, Jamaica — An ordinary National Heroes Day turned tragic when a mass shooting erupted during a football match in the community of Pleasant Heights, Rockfort. The incident left the community in shock as police confirmed the identities of four out of the five men killed in the attack. The victims were named as Ortavia Austin, aged 51, and his 29-year-old son, Okero Austin. Alongside them, 32-year-old Odane Josephs, also known as Bones, and 38-year-old Rosrick Tomas, referred to as Teniel, lost their lives during what…

Waterhouse Moves to Joint Second in Jamaica Premier League Standings On October 22, 2024, Waterhouse secured a vital 1-0 victory over Harbour View in a Jamaica Premier League match held at Drewsland, Kingston. The win saw Waterhouse climb to joint second in the league standings, level on points with Portmore United and just one point behind leaders Montego Bay United. Atapharoy Bygrave was the hero for Waterhouse, scoring his fifth goal of the season to secure the victory. The goal came after a tense battle against Harbour View, with Bygrave beating the goalkeeper Romario Palma with a well-taken finish. The…

The 2024 Ceremony of Investiture and Presentation of National Honours and Awards was a grand event that took place at the National Indoor Sports Centre. The ceremony, held indoors due to the threat of rain, saw recipients from various fields and activities being recognized for their contributions to national life. One of the highlights of the event was the representation of the entertainment fraternity, with investitures and performances showcasing the talent in the music and theatrical landscape. Members of the Ashe Performing Arts Company entertained the attendees with their captivating performances that added to the splendor of the occasion. One…

Global Economic Outlook: Stable Growth Projections with Regional Shifts Washington, United States (AFP) — In its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO), the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts global growth to moderate to 3.2% in 2024, maintaining this rate into 2025. However, regional and sectoral variations present a more intricate picture beneath these stable projections. Inflation Trajectory and Growth Highlights The IMF anticipates global inflation to decline, reaching 5.8% in 2024 and 4.3% by 2025. Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, IMF’s chief economist, attributes this to economic adjustments without triggering a global recession. Advanced economies might hit their central bank inflation targets by 2025,…

Jamaican singer Nadine Sutherland honored with Order of Distinction and releases new track Renowned Jamaican singer Nadine Sutherland had a double celebration on Monday as she was vested with the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer by the Government of Jamaica and also released a new track titled “9 out of 10”. Sutherland, who is celebrating her sapphire anniversary in music, expressed her joy at receiving the prestigious accolade. She shared, “Having this honorary accolade means a lot to me. It means that the amount of work that I’ve done over the years was recognized, and it gives…

Etana, the internationally acclaimed recording artist and two-time Grammy nominee, has returned to the spotlight with her latest single “Mirror”. Produced by the renowned hitmaker Kemar McGregor, also known as the Billboard King, the song is a powerful dancehall track where Etana delivers strong lyrics aimed at her detractors, boldly stating: “Dem a watch me and me nah study dem.” The music video for “Mirror” premiered on Worldstar Hip Hop and Hollywood Unlocked, and is already making waves across platforms. The visual journey it takes viewers on complements the song’s message of resilience and self-reflection. Both McGregor and Etana are…

The West Indies bowling coach, James Franklin, is urging his bowlers to improve their execution for the remaining two matches of their One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka. The West Indies suffered a five-wicket loss in the opening ODI, played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka, due to disruptions caused by heavy showers. Franklin highlighted the need for better execution with the ball, particularly in terms of lengths. Despite a strong performance at the start of the match, the West Indies failed to maintain the pressure on Sri Lanka, allowing them to build a…

Jamaica’s Ravel Morrison Making Waves in UAE with Precision FC Jamaican midfielder Ravel Morrison has been turning heads in the football world with his recent performances for UAE second division club Precision FC. The 31-year-old, who had not played for a professional club in two years, signed a deal with Precision FC and has already made four appearances for the club, scoring his first goal in a 3-2 win over Al Ittifaq. Morrison’s career has been a rollercoaster ride, having played for 13 different clubs since 2012, including the likes of West Ham, Lazio, and Sheffield United. Despite his talent…

The latest beauty campaign from Christian Louboutin Beauty Rouge Louboutin features Jamaican model Tami Williams showcasing the new ultra-glow lipstick. This campaign adds to the list of Saint International models who have been booked for major beauty campaigns, including Aurelie Giraud and Wayne Booth. The Rouge Louboutin SooooO…Glow collection offers fifteen shades, three cases, and six emblematic charms, allowing customers to create their own version of the iconic lipstick. The campaign is centered around the theme of “1, 2, 3, SooooO…Glow!”, highlighting the customizable and refillable nature of the lipstick. The images from the campaign show Williams with rouge lips,…