Latest news in jamaica today

Here are some of the latest news stories from Jamaica today:

Politics

• The Jamaican government has announced plans to establish a new Ministry of Technology and Digital Economy, aimed at promoting the country's digital transformation and economic growth. (Source: Jamaica Observer)
• Opposition Leader Mark Golding has called for a national debate on the country's economic situation, citing concerns over high debt and inflation. (Source: Loop Jamaica)

Crime

• A 25-year-old man was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in the Kingston suburb of Spanish Town. (Source: Jamaica Gleaner)
• The police have launched an investigation into a reported robbery at a gas station in the parish of St. Elizabeth. (Source: Jamaica Observer)

Sports

• The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has announced that the Reggae Boyz will play a friendly match against the United States national team in September. (Source: Jamaica Observer)
• The Jamaica Tallawahs have signed West Indian cricketer, Rovman Powell, for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season. (Source: Loop Jamaica)

Business

• The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) has announced that the country's stock market has seen a significant increase in trading activity, with a total of 12.6 million shares traded in the past week. (Source: Jamaica Observer)
• The government has launched a new initiative to promote local entrepreneurship and small business development, with a focus on supporting women and youth-led businesses. (Source: Loop Jamaica)

Weather

• The Meteorological Service of Jamaica has issued a warning for heavy rainfall and flash flooding in several parts of the island, due to a low-pressure system in the Caribbean. (Source: Jamaica Gleaner)

Other News

• The Jamaican government has announced plans to establish a new national park in the parish of St. Ann, aimed at preserving the island's natural beauty and promoting eco-tourism. (Source: Jamaica Observer)
• The University of the West Indies (UWI) has launched a new program aimed at promoting mental health awareness and support among students. (Source: Loop Jamaica)

Please note that these are just some of the latest news stories from Jamaica and may not be exhaustive.