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Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category X storm, is approaching Jamaica, bringing strong winds, heavy rains, and storm surges. The island is under a hurricane warning, and residents are being urged to stay indoors and take precautions. Evacuations are underway, with some residents seeking shelter and others preparing to ride out the storm.

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### Top Social Posts
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"Award-winning independent music company Reservoir Media Inc have joined forces with internationally acclaimed music producer Cordel Skatta Burrell and reggae and dancehall publisher Abood Music. In the groundbreaking partnership stakeholders will seek to acquire catalogues across local genres as well as sign and develop entertainers and songwriters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997763684018602492)  2025-12-07T20:22Z 634.2K followers, 3421 engagements


"Attorney-at-law Danielle Archer has resigned as principal director of the National Integrity Action (NIA). This was announced by the organisation on Monday in a media release"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998006418935271836)  2025-12-08T12:27Z 634.2K followers, 6191 engagements


"Attorney Hugh Wildman has described as palpably wrong Mondays Supreme Court decision to throw out his clients application for judicial review of the Constituted Authoritys decision not to apply to the Election Court to void the results of the September X 2025 General Election in St Andrew West Central. Wildman who was adamant that the court had been misguided said he would be appealing the matter on behalf of his client the Peoples National Partys (PNPs) Paul Buchanan with filings to be made no later than this week"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998406762722922517)  2025-12-09T14:57Z 634.2K followers, 2870 engagements


"Pharmaceutical company Dr Reddys Laboratory has donated essential medication valued at US$215000 to bolster Jamaicas ongoing recovery from Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994536426223145363)  2025-11-28T22:38Z 634.2K followers, 2144 engagements


"Opposition Leader Mark Golding has chided the Government for celebrating the US$6.7-billion recovery package from international financial institutions (IFIs) arguing that presenting new borrowing as a triumph masks a national setback rather than a success"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996387401971679631)  2025-12-04T01:13Z 634.2K followers, 25.2K engagements


"Jamaica could face Portugal one of the favourites to win the Fdration Internationale de Football Association senior mens World Cup if they manage to survive next Marchs Intercontinental play-offs in Mexico"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997054984811319327)  2025-12-05T21:26Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"Isiaa Madden has reshaped skylines revived architectural imagination in Montego Bay and carried her familys 90-year legacy of service at Maddens Funeral Home. But on Saturday she stood in an arena entirely new to her and walked away a grand-prize winner in the richest horse race in the English-speaking Caribbean"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997752321854325004)  2025-12-07T19:37Z 634.2K followers, 11.9K engagements


"Two senior superintendents of police Dwight Powell and Gary Francis have been raised to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police in the Jamaica Constabulary Force"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998544337618219417)  2025-12-10T00:04Z 634.2K followers, 1011 engagements


"KFC Jamaica has launched self-service ordering kiosks at its restaurants introducing touchscreen terminals that allow customers to browse the full menu customise orders and pay without joining the regular queue"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997400778558902659)  2025-12-06T20:20Z 634.3K followers, 200.8K engagements


"Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Dr Gabrielle Henry is set to return to the island in the coming days accompanied by a full medical escort team after suffering head trauma and other injuries in a fall from the stage during the Miss Universe pageant in Thailand last month"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998048653047382291)  2025-12-08T15:14Z 634.2K followers, 9014 engagements


"Prosecutors on Monday closed their case in Constable Noel Maitlands murder trial signalling that an end to the matter is drawing near after a seven-member jury comprising three women and four men heard evidence from XX witnesses over an eight-month period. After the prosecution closed its case Maitlands defence team indicated that they will be seeking to have the matter dismissed on the grounds that the prosecution has not proven its case against their client without a reasonable doubt"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998386079645233581)  2025-12-09T13:35Z 634.2K followers, 1921 engagements


"The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has expressed condolences to the family of nine-year-old Amoya Moore who was mowed down by a garbage truck while on her way to school on Tuesday in Mandeville"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998487764661150005)  2025-12-09T20:19Z 634.2K followers, 1006 engagements


"Police say six-year-old Anka Glasgow of Inglewood Drive Victoria Avenue Clarendon who has been missing since Tuesday December X has returned home"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998541723514106223)  2025-12-09T23:54Z 634.2K followers, 2277 engagements


"A tense moment inside Gordon House. Member of Parliament for St Catherine South West Everald Warmington and Speaker of the House Juliet Holness locked into a heated exchange during Tuesdays sitting allegedly sparked when the Speaker moved to cut his mic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998569508253085898)  2025-12-10T01:44Z 634.2K followers, 33.3K engagements


"The Opposition on Tuesday pressed Finance Minister Fayval Williams for answers on the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) loan arguing that a US$150-million financial commitment cannot be made without knowing whether the remaining restoration costs will be covered"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998790805343875173)  2025-12-10T16:23Z 634.2K followers, 1522 engagements


"Sygnus Group has deepened its push into the real estate market with a US$20-million investment in the Lakespen Industrial Park in St Catherine. The development is aimed at supporting Jamaicas expanding logistics and industrial sectors by providing secure modern space for companies looking to recapitalise or grow their operations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998868692134678685)  2025-12-10T21:33Z 634.2K followers, 1116 engagements


"On this episode of The Sports Club Podcast we reflect on Jamaicas exciting performances Day X of the 2025 World Athletic Championships in Tokyo 2025. Rising star Bryan Levell stunned with a blistering 19.84s to lead Jamaica out of the heats in the mens 200m. Join us as we break it all down the surprise moments the big lessons and what to expect when everything heats up from here. Watch more: #GoldenGlory #TrackAndField #OSports #Tokyo #Jamaica #AlwaysAhead"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1968533333094101161)  2025-09-18T04:31Z 634.2K followers, 2999 engagements


"Jamaica's two key international airports brought in an estimated US$60.64 million ($9.67 bilion) in revenue during the third quarter for concession operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacfico S.A.B. de C.V (Pacific Airport Group or GAP) as both facilities processed XXXX million passengers. MBJ Airports Limited which operates the Sangster International Airport (SIA) had a nine per cent increase in revenue to US$41.46 million as it experienced an increase in passengers processed at the airport"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1981182538161770869)  2025-10-23T02:15Z 634.2K followers, 2470 engagements


"A simple request turned into a life-changing moment in Westmoreland. 🙏🏽🏠 While distributing care packages after Hurricane Melissa Ling & Lamb met Dalton Uncle Ennis a resident living in a small blue tent after the storm destroyed his home. All he asked for was some wood and zinc. With support from donors an architect-led assessment and partners on the ground the team rebuilt not just a structure but safety dignity and hope for Uncles future. #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead #MelissaRelief #Westmoreland #OTeam #ONews"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1992378329257714163)  2025-11-22T23:43Z 634.2K followers, 49.3K engagements


"International reggae icon Jimmy Cliff has died his family announced Monday. In a post to his official social media pages his wife Latifa Chambers said Cliff passed away after a battle with pneumonia which followed a seizure. He was 81"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1992918404949594144)  2025-11-24T11:29Z 634.2K followers, 59.7K engagements


"In a highly unusual occurrence three United Airlines Jamaican pilots manned a flight bringing relief supplies for victims of Hurricane Melissa a likely first by managers of one of the worlds largest airlines. People who know airline runnings understood immediately that it was no coincidence when United Airlines flight 3015 touched down at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay St James on Sunday November X with three of four pilots on-board having deep connections to Jamaica"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1992926385162027273)  2025-11-24T12:00Z 634.2K followers, 13.2K engagements


"Jamaicas favourite social media personality and dancehall firecracker is stepping into a NEW chapter on the UKs blind dating show Blind Matchmakers ready for fresh romance and a whole new experience From marriage and heartbreak to healing and hopeful beginnings Queenie is outside again ✨ #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead #Queenie #BlindMatchmakers #OTeam"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1993750223252856894)  2025-11-26T18:34Z 634.2K followers, 98.1K engagements


"Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Kamla Persad-Bissessar has confirmed that the United States (US) is installing a new radar system in Tobago to monitor activity within and beyond Trinidad and Tobagos borders"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994432484595949879)  2025-11-28T15:45Z 634.2K followers, 1558 engagements


"An eight-year-old Jamaican girl living with her grandmother whose home was destroyed by Hurricane Melissa will not be able to join her parents in the United Kingdom (UK) afterher visa application was rejected"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994485796339155113)  2025-11-28T19:17Z 634.2K followers, 2043 engagements


"The University of the West Indies (UWI) has elevated five of its lecturers across campuses to the rank of professor including Jamaicas Dr Andre Haughton"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994517355767239053)  2025-11-28T21:22Z 634.2K followers, 18.9K engagements


"Jamaica stunned Puerto Rico 92-90 as they kicked off their FIBA Basketball World Cup Americas Qualifiers on the back of XX points and XX rebounds from debutant Kofi Cockburn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994601484089266435)  2025-11-29T02:57Z 634.2K followers, 2348 engagements


"A fiery Craig Butler was red-carded on Friday after his team lost 0-1 to Eltham High in a heated game in which security had to enter the field at the end of the match at the Spanish Town Prison Oval as things threatened to get messy. (Video: @mgsports_media)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994746437800698318)  2025-11-29T12:33Z 634.2K followers, 78.6K engagements


"Jamaica stunned Puerto Rico 92-90 as they kicked off their FIBA Basketball World Cup Americas Qualifiers on the back of XX points and XX rebounds from debutant Kofi Cockburn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994749891642626517)  2025-11-29T12:46Z 634.2K followers, 5873 engagements


"Japans Takumi Minamino scored the only goal of the game as Monaco shocked reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue X on Saturday winning 1-0 in the principality"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994843463515607459)  2025-11-29T18:58Z 634.2K followers, 1523 engagements


"Dear Mrs Macaulay My ex-husband and I were married for XX years but I divorced him eight years ago in the United States (US) and remarried. My ex-husband did not file the divorce papers with the registrar in Jamaica that I sent him. My marriage in the US has ended in divorce and my ex-husband and I have decided to give our relationship another try. However he does not want to file the divorce papers there stating that we are still married in Jamaica and that there is no need to file the papers there and so we could just move on as husband and wife. Is this legal and what would be the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994948686720155728)  2025-11-30T01:56Z 634.2K followers, 13K engagements


"As Jamaicans work to rebuild their houses in the wake of Hurricane Melissa Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon is reminding residents that they are still required to obtain a building permit. Since the Category X storm pommelled the western section of the island affecting about 90000 households and causing an estimated US$8.8 billion in physical damage to Jamaica with more than 120000 buildings having lost their roofs many householders have begun repairing damaged structures and some are transitioning from wooden dwellings to more resilient concrete homes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995163736814796899)  2025-11-30T16:11Z 634.2K followers, 5111 engagements


"A man accused of burglary was mobbed in Bona Vista Housing Scheme in Myersville St Elizabeth on Saturday. Police have identified him as Jermaine Davis. According to the police about 2:00 pm Davis was seen driving a black Toyota Voxy motor car in the community. It is believed that it was involved in a break-in at a house in the community. Police said while attempting to leave the premises residents confronted him and Davis reportedly pulled a knife during a struggle to restrain him"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995180228310597760)  2025-11-30T17:16Z 634.2K followers, 21.8K engagements


"Jamaica showed that their last win over Puerto Rico was no fluke as they beat their more fancied opponents a second time Monday night 97-92 in their Group B match at the FIBA Basketball World Cup Americas Qualifiers in San Juan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995724432535392430)  2025-12-02T05:19Z 634.2K followers, 1703 engagements


"The seven-member jury in the murder trial of Constable Noel Maitland on Monday heard that he gave a statement to a police investigator on July XX 2022 in which he said he tried to end an intimate relationship with Donna-Lee Donaldson before she left his Chelsea Manor apartment in St Andrew for an unknown destination. Maitlands statement alleged that Donaldson after feeling displeased about the outcome of a conversation with him about a photograph of his childs mother in his apartment told him that she was leaving"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995848329981239422)  2025-12-02T13:31Z 634.2K followers, 8629 engagements


"The new KFC restaurant in Morant Bay St Thomas is now open. Opening its doors to customers on Tuesday the brand manager of Restaurant of Jamaica (ROJ) which owns and operates the local franchise Andrei Roper said the company was happy to open for business even as they pick up the pieces from the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995897915542209022)  2025-12-02T16:48Z 634.2K followers, 13.2K engagements


"Kintyre Holdings (JA) has acquired Kulcha Rum including the full commercial operations trademarks and product portfolio associated with the brand the company announced Wednesday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996206061997682793)  2025-12-03T13:13Z 634.2K followers, 3661 engagements


"A Chinese businesswoman and a Hawkeye security officer were wounded during a home invasion on Haining Road in St Andrew on Wednesday morning. It is understood that about 9am shortly after the woman entered her home three armed men forced their way inside accosted her and struck her in the head with a firearm while demanding money"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996378110330376498)  2025-12-04T00:36Z 634.2K followers, 20.7K engagements


"A woman has been given one week to make full restitution to a scamming victim or be remanded in custody. Charged with obtaining money under false pretences is Sashauna Lawson. Lawson appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday with only a small portion of the cash she was supposed to return to a victim of a rental scam she was allegedly involved in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996429130766733564)  2025-12-04T03:59Z 634.2K followers, 8181 engagements


"Two men have been charged in connection with the killing of two policemen on Waltham Park Road in St Andrew last month"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996746072857690570)  2025-12-05T00:58Z 634.2K followers, 2491 engagements


"Former Reggae Boyz captain Rudolph Austin has been promoted to head coach of the Jamaican national Under-20 mens team the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) announced on Thursday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996747448518430895)  2025-12-05T01:04Z 634.2K followers, 2163 engagements


"Despite losing acres of crops to Hurricane Melissa farmers in St Elizabeth say they are pushing ahead on their own replanting their fields even as they express frustration that promised assistance has been slow or selective. For Anthony Smith a farmer from Ridge Pen St Elizabeth the hurricane destroyed all his melons and half an acre of plantain"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996754545293033596)  2025-12-05T01:32Z 634.2K followers, 4316 engagements


"The 42nd president of the United States Bill Clinton (left) is greeted by Ambassador and Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International Adam Stewart at AC Kingston Hotel Thursday night. Clinton was in Jamaica on Thursday and was taken by Energy Minister Daryl Vaz to view damage by Hurricane Melissa in an effort to help generate more support for the island"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996958694374883567)  2025-12-05T15:03Z 634.2K followers, 3950 engagements


"A domestic quarrel sparked by a womans request for a male friend to help her get back on her feet after Hurricane Melissa allegedly erupted into a terrifying machete attack by her boyfriend Gavin Seaton"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996995390038581692)  2025-12-05T17:29Z 634.2K followers, 1358 engagements


"Telecommunications provider Flow has announced rebates for more than 230000 fixed-line customers who experienced service disruptions caused by Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997374364942037096)  2025-12-06T18:35Z 634.2K followers, 2762 engagements


"Forty one Guyana Defence Force soldiers departed for Jamaica to support reconstruction efforts following the devastation of sections of the island by Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997786075570241669)  2025-12-07T21:51Z 634.2K followers, 1583 engagements


"Reggae icon Turbulence graces the Food Rum & Reggae Festival stage this year bringing the signature spirit of the festival to Kingston for one unforgettable day. In place of its traditional three-day staging organisers created a special benefit edition blending the best of food culture rum and live reggae into one vibrant fundraising experience. Part proceeds from this years festival will support the rehabilitation of Jamaicas agricultural sector as communities continue to rebuild and replant in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. 🌱 #FoodRumReggae #Turbulence #ReggaeMusic #TreasureBeach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997853123709214897)  2025-12-08T02:17Z 634.2K followers, 1514 engagements


"The energy just SHOT UP Agent Sasco encourages patrons to hold a vibe live at the Food Rum & Reggae Festival 🎤🔥 Kingston outside and feeling it #FoodRumReggae #AgentSasco #ReggaeMusic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997869945175322762)  2025-12-08T03:24Z 634.2K followers, 2363 engagements


"This newspaper was in tacit agreement with the omission of 37-year-old Mr Kemar Roach from the West Indies Test squad for a home series against Australia in mid-year. Our thinking then was that despite his tremendous service to West Indies cricket dating back XX years it was time to transition to younger fast-bowling talent"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997993308681904385)  2025-12-08T11:35Z 634.2K followers, 1267 engagements


"Sasher-Gaye Henry-Wright head coach of Jamaicas senior Sunshine Girls said that while the present roster is missing some key players they have enough quality to compete against the England Roses in the 2025 Vitality Horizon netball series. The series rivalry typically features two games in Jamaica and two in England each year. The Sunshine Girls won last years series 2-1 after one match was tied"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998029800808575078)  2025-12-08T14:00Z 634.2K followers, 1267 engagements


"Caritas the social action agency of the Roman Catholic Church has launched an international emergency appeal and a year-long support programme to assist Jamaicas recovery following Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998045380408442886)  2025-12-08T15:01Z 634.2K followers, 1457 engagements


"Private tractor owners are being encouraged to partner with the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Mining to extend the reach of the free tractor service being provided to farmers. Under the initiative farmers will be able to access the Rural Agricultural Development Authoritys (RADA) tractor services free of cost for six months to prepare their land for replanting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998088718498873729)  2025-12-08T17:54Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"Energy Minster Daryl Vaz says the government has completed negotiations with the Jamaica Public Service for a US$150-million loan to the company to facilitate efforts to build back its grid that suffered catastrophic damage from Hurricane Melissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998089018102472820)  2025-12-08T17:55Z 634.2K followers, 1038 engagements


"To many he was a rock star a global reggae icon who achieved super-stardom but despite the larger-than-life persona he was afforded through fame to Odessa Chambers and her siblings James Chambers more popularly known as Jimmy Cliff was simply dad. The reggae pioneer whose music transcended geographic boundaries transitioned on Monday November XX 2025 at the age of 81"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995131408877056146)  2025-11-30T14:02Z 634.3K followers, 9976 engagements


"American actress Myhala Herrold best known for her breakout role as Harper Stern in the HBO/BBC finance drama Industry touched down in Jamaica for the first time ever and the moment was overwhelming. In a TikTok video posted today the rising star thanked Delta Airlines after Jamaica Love by @busysignal_turf started playing over the aircraft speakers as the plane descended. Herrold whose father is Jamaican said she barely touched the ground and Im already a mess sharing that returning to the land of her heritage brought her to tears. The Bodies Bodies Bodies and Leave the World Behind actress"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996407521079173377)  2025-12-04T02:33Z 634.2K followers, 1.8M engagements


"Leader of the Accompong Maroons in St Elizabeth Richard Currie has rejected an offer by the government to mobilise members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to assist in the rebuilding efforts in the Maroon community"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996754276509467102)  2025-12-05T01:31Z 634.2K followers, 20.3K engagements


"We are pleased that Jamaicas Reggae Girlz seem not to have been carried away by their 18-0 demolition of Dominica in the FIFA Womens World Cup qualifiers recently"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997272523919196466)  2025-12-06T11:50Z 634.3K followers, 1608 engagements


"Residents in St James are lauding the efforts of the Unicomer Group and Whirlpool for their assistance with a laundry day initiative at the Barnett Street Courts branch on Saturday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997360536263037020)  2025-12-06T17:40Z 634.2K followers, 25.5K engagements


"Minister of Culture Gender Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange has praised Jamaicas bobsleigh athletes following an impressive run on the North American Cup circuit where the team secured multiple podium finishes across the mens two-man and four-man events. Grange highlighted the four-man teams gold-medal performance in Park City Utah noting that the athletes overcame technical challenges to secure the top spot"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997724642040263068)  2025-12-07T17:47Z 634.2K followers, 1661 engagements


"A driver of a Toyota Mark X motorcar was injured in a three-vehicle collision along Washington Boulevard in St Andrew on Monday morning. Observer Online understands that the crash which occurred sometime after X am in the vicinity of Weymouth Drive also involved a tractor trailer and a Nissan Teana motorcar"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998021129819099371)  2025-12-08T13:25Z 634.2K followers, 4367 engagements


"The Chinese hospital ship 'Silk Road Ark' officially docks at the Port Royal Naval Dockyard in Kingston after completing a highly impactful medical mission in Montego Bay. 🚢 Over the past several days the crew treated 1970 patients and successfully performed XXX surgeries offering timely support to families across Jamaicas western parishes. Now in Kingston the Silk Road Ark is ready to extend free medical services deepen cooperation and continue its humanitarian mission post-Hurricane Melissa. #JamaicaObserver #MelissaAftermath #HurricaneMelissa #SilkRoadArk #ChineseHospitalShip #AlwaysAhead"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998058052952412410)  2025-12-08T15:52Z 634.2K followers, 12K engagements


"Amazon has launched its dedicated low-price shopping application Amazon Bazaar in Jamaica the company said on Monday extending the platform to its 14th market"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998153505681629469)  2025-12-08T22:11Z 634.2K followers, 30.9K engagements


"United States (US) Democratic Senator Adam Schiff is calling on President Donald Trump to dismiss his Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth for his involvement in boat strikes in the Caribbean Sea and the killing of survivors"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998226806332416163)  2025-12-09T03:02Z 634.3K followers, 5544 engagements


"Men notice a lot more than we think when they size up a woman. And Im not talking about just looks although physical appearance plays a role in initial attraction. Im talking about the deeper more subtle qualities that influence whether a man decides you are worth pursuing investing in and ultimately committing to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998242773955187098)  2025-12-09T04:06Z 634.2K followers, 911.3K engagements


"Following the completion of a US$150-million loan agreement with Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) the Government has announced that XXX more linemen are being flown in ahead of Christmas to speed up electricity repairs across the parishes most affected by Category X Hurricane Melissa. Energy Minister Daryl Vaz giving an update on Monday said the extra manpower would make an immediate difference over the holiday period"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998378113156174250)  2025-12-09T13:04Z 634.2K followers, 3814 engagements


"A nine-year-old girl died as a result of injuries she sustained after being mowed down by a garbage truck while on her way to school on Tuesday in Mandeville. The child has been identified as Amara Moore a grade four student at Villa Road Primary in Mandeville. The child's father had to be comforted at the scene. (Videos: Kasey Williams)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998438710468116701)  2025-12-09T17:04Z 634.2K followers, 17.6K engagements


"St. Elizabeth farmer Fayona Moxam is at her wits end. Hurricane Melissa didnt just flatten her pumpkin and cucumber crops it also damaged her four-bedroom house forcing her to convert her small shop into a makeshift bedroom in the community of Ridge Pen. The counter where customers once stood to purchase items is no more and the shelves that once held merchandise are gone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998442817677361331)  2025-12-09T17:21Z 634.3K followers, 2325 engagements


"Not all love stories start with a spark; some are written patiently over time. Yet for Shanna-Kaye Bennett and Michael Brown destiny required a special twist of serendipity before realising that their true love was standing in front of them all along. Their relationship started in June 2014 leading to a decade-long partnership that included welcoming their son Mickel. The ultimate milestone arrived on June XX 2024 when Michael proposed to Shanna-Kaye"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998446350061510725)  2025-12-09T17:35Z 634.2K followers, 5119 engagements


"Police say six-year-old Anka Glasgow of Inglewood Drive Victoria Avenue Clarendon who has been missing since Tuesday December X has returned home"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998569193667777012)  2025-12-10T01:43Z 634.2K followers, 119.5K engagements


"The National Water Commission (NWC) is encouraging micro small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to take advantage of its amnesty which has been extended to December XX 2025"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998577057467609256)  2025-12-10T02:14Z 634.2K followers, 1114 engagements


"Head of the Clarendon police Senior Superintendent Shane McCalla has confirmed that a man was taken into custody after a missing six-year-old girl was found in his company on Tuesday afternoon in May Pen"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998585225824100841)  2025-12-10T02:47Z 634.2K followers, 11.6K engagements


"For Jamaican-born pilot Jabari Brown having copped a US$2 million jet after beating XX other pilots in a dramatic YouTube challenge hosted by popular internet personality Mr Beast the feeling is still surreal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998592217796194352)  2025-12-10T03:14Z 634.2K followers, 1833 engagements


"With the festive season fast approaching vendors at Melrose Yam Park are hoping that the facility will be reopened soon after being shuttered by the Manchester Health Department. The vendors said the closure of the facility has taken them by surprise"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998822563208647091)  2025-12-10T18:30Z 634.2K followers, 2854 engagements


"As the ongoing lyrical feud between dancehall deejays Tommy Lee Sparta and Masicka continues to gather steam producer Cordel Skatta Burrell is making it clear that a recent release from Vybz Kartel is no indication that the Worl Boss is entering the lyrical battleground. Masicka and Tommy Lee have been locked in a heated war of words since last week with a musical clash between the two now entering its fourth round. It is believed that both entertainers have been at odds since Reggae Sumfest back in July where Masicka boldly declared himself the dancehall G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998912737896771827)  2025-12-11T00:28Z 634.2K followers, 4881 engagements


"The Chinese hospital ship Silk Road Ark continued to attract large numbers of Jamaicans seeking medical care as it entered day three of operations in Montego Bay St James with hundreds lining up for services"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997396504319840627)  2025-12-06T20:03Z 634.2K followers, 1937 engagements


"The stunning revelation that Jamaica Broilers Group (JBG) a bedrock of Jamaican corporate life was the victim of a massive multi-year fraud in its US operations is a profound cautionary tale. The $46-billion hole blown in its balance sheet exposes vulnerabilities not just within JBG but in the very systems of oversight that investors and the public are meant to trust"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997633101665607844)  2025-12-07T11:43Z 634.2K followers, 26.8K engagements


"Jamaicas Khadija Bunny Shaw scored twice and provided an assist to help her Manchester City team extend their lead at the top of the English Womens Super League (WSL) to six points as they overcame a stubborn Leicester City to claim a 3-0 away victory. Having already missed some good chances Shaw finally struck when she pounced on a botched clearance from Celeste Boureille and finished low past Janina Leitzig"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997727076887970063)  2025-12-07T17:57Z 634.2K followers, 1404 engagements


"A woman narrowly escaped serious injury after the car she was driving overturned during a two-vehicle crash in Williamsfield Manchester on Sunday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997845614735106193)  2025-12-08T01:48Z 634.2K followers, 5452 engagements


"Freight forwarding companies in hurricane-affected parishes in the western end of the island and Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) are reporting a steady flow of goods and in some instances record shipments ahead of the Christmas season. Gavin Lindsay CEO of ipCourier said shipping operations in western Jamaica the section of the island hardest-hit by the Category X storm recorded their highest Black Friday numbers to date noting that customers appear to have returned to their regular buying habits"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997999611806446047)  2025-12-08T12:00Z 634.2K followers, 1789 engagements


"US President Donald Trump commented Sunday on Netflix's effort to acquire storied Hollywood studio Warner Bros. saying the streaming giant already has "a very large market share" and "it could be a problem.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998064219044925828)  2025-12-08T16:16Z 634.2K followers, 1032 engagements


"Though its classrooms are still exposed to the elements six weeks after the passage of Hurricane Melissa the spirit of gratitude is still high on the compound of the roofless Burnt Savannah Early Childhood Institution as individuals organisations and former students chip in to help the school rebuild. Principal Elaine Williamson Smith said the school has also jumped at the opportunity to give back as they receive joining forces with World Central Kitchen to distribute meals to residents of Burnt Savanna St Elizabeth who were hard-hit by the Category X storm"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998077297593643182)  2025-12-08T17:08Z 634.2K followers, 1040 engagements


"Aboard Chinas hospital ship Silk Road Ark docked in Montego Bay medical teams treated XXX patients in a single day and more than XXX patients overall since arriving in Jamaica. The vessel equipped with advanced operating theatres diagnostic suites and more than XXX clinicians will support outpatient care and elective surgeries across Montego Bay Kingston and Falmouth as Jamaica continues its post-Melissa recovery. 📍Montego Bay Freeport (Photos: @ChinaEmbJA)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997349313404420494)  2025-12-06T16:55Z 634.2K followers, 5779 engagements


"When the sun sets in Black River St Elizabeth the community is left in pitch-darkness. Headlights from passing cars and the moon illuminate the space giving a glimpse of the lingering destruction a haunting reminder of the rampaging Category X Hurricane Melissa. Yet in the midst of the apocalyptic scene Christmas lights and cheerful music from William Phillipss house bring much-needed warmth and holiday cheer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997777608944033960)  2025-12-07T21:17Z 634.2K followers, 6444 engagements


"Jamaica Labour Party Communication Task Force Chairman Senator Abka Fitz-Henley has welcomed the Supreme Courts dismissal of Paul Buchanans challenge to Prime Minister Andrew Holness victory in St Andrew West Central"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998138794265198864)  2025-12-08T21:13Z 634.2K followers, 1547 engagements


"Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Communication Task Force Chairman Senator Abka Fitz-Henley has welcomed the Supreme Courts dismissal of Paul Buchanans challenge to Prime Minister Andrew Holness victory in St Andrew West Central calling it a win for the rule of law and Jamaicas electoral processes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998151216367333586)  2025-12-08T22:02Z 634.2K followers, 1675 engagements


"Defending champions Cavalier SC snapped a three-game winless run against Montego Bay United in the Jamaica Premier League on Monday with a commanding 3-0 win in the first game of a double- header at Stadium East"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998227020459966714)  2025-12-09T03:03Z 634.2K followers, 1294 engagements


"The Bahamas Government is proposing that the United States (US) consider the implementation of a formal visa-free travel treaty between the two countries"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998431086599111017)  2025-12-09T16:34Z 634.2K followers, 1253 engagements


"Jamaicas national representative Shaneil Buckley has signed for Atlantic Coast Conference giants Florida State University (FSU) in theNational Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) womens soccer (football) it was announced on Wednesday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1989103281876943277)  2025-11-13T22:49Z 634.2K followers, 1482 engagements


"Three high schools a primary school and XX residents are to benefit from Carib Cements donation on Thursday of XXX bags of cement to this south-central Jamaica parish which was hard-hit by Hurricane Melissa on October 28"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1994793217548759548)  2025-11-29T15:38Z 634.2K followers, 3377 engagements


"Jamaica is getting ready to walk a tightrope between exposing its badly scarred south-west thanks to the planets most destructive hurricane and inviting tourists to savour the islands top-class tourism product in the midst of the recovery. But it wont be the first time the island will take such a risk having mastered the act of recovery after the even more deadly COVID-19 pandemic in 2020"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995824929887932820)  2025-12-02T11:58Z 634.2K followers, 2737 engagements


"Government senator and member of the Jamaica Labour Party's Communications Taskforce Marlon Morgan says no effort will be spared by the party in pushing back against misinformation and disinformation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995971206399623459)  2025-12-02T21:39Z 634.2K followers, 3032 engagements


"International dancehall star Shenseea has made good on her promise to support Jamaicans devastated by Hurricane Melissa. After announcing weeks ago that she would donate every dollar earned from her Dubai performance to the relief effort the Grammy-nominated artiste returned home with a full container of supplies including generators for families still struggling without power. Shenseea shared a video on Instagram today captioned Just as I promised.🐉 as she and her son helped unpack items for distribution. She explained recently that the shipment took longer than expected due to unavoidable"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996359217616175603)  2025-12-03T23:21Z 634.2K followers, 25.2K engagements


"Vocalist Apryl-Jaye will present the second staging of Island Car Rentals Presents: Jazz Must Be on Thursday December X at The Summit in Kingston"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996657432991588676)  2025-12-04T19:06Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"Jamaicas Khadija Bunny Shaw scored twice and provided an assist to help her Manchester City team extend their lead at the top of the English Women's Super League to six points as they overcame a stubborn Leicester City to claim a 3-0 away victory"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997725895587754019)  2025-12-07T17:52Z 634.2K followers, 1378 engagements


"For many people Christmas is all about gathering with family and loved ones. But what if this year its just you Maybe your loved ones live far away youre travelling working or simply navigating a season of life where youre on your own. And thats okay. Spending Christmas alone doesnt have to feel lonely. Here are XX ways to spend Christmas alone without feeling lonely:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997788396408983996)  2025-12-07T22:00Z 634.2K followers, 2754 engagements


"The Bignall Law Commercial Centre in Half-Way-Tree illuminated its building on Saturday night in tribute to the victims of Hurricane Melissa as the firm hosted its third annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997842588754477534)  2025-12-08T01:36Z 634.2K followers, 7351 engagements


"Di plane land and out walks Richie Spice ✈🔥 A surprise performance that lit up the Food Rum & Reggae Festival. ✨ #FoodRumReggae #RichieSpice"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997858922154295561)  2025-12-08T02:41Z 634.2K followers, 3170 engagements


"The grand finale Capleton brought heat to the Food Rum & Reggae Festival stage ending the night on a blazing high. 🔥 Part proceeds from this years festival will support the rehabilitation of Jamaicas agricultural sector as communities continue to rebuild and replant in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. 🌱 #FoodRumReggae #Capleton #ReggaeMusic #TreasureBeach #SupportFarmers #HurricaneMelissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997900397399191639)  2025-12-08T05:25Z 634.2K followers, 1544 engagements


"The grand finale Capleton brought heat to the Food Rum & Reggae Festival stage ending the night on a blazing high. 🔥 Part proceeds from this years festival will support the rehabilitation of Jamaicas agricultural sector as communities continue to rebuild and replant in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. 🌱 #FoodRumReggae #Capleton #ReggaeMusic #TreasureBeach #SupportFarmers #HurricaneMelissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997900471902634286)  2025-12-08T05:26Z 634.2K followers, 1632 engagements


"A presumption by Cayman Islands authorities that the bird flu outbreak detected there just over a week ago was introduced through migratory birds has resulted in a local scientist urging vigilance in Jamaica. Well known biologist and assistant lecturer at The University of the West Indies Department of Life Sciences Damion Whyte is calling on Jamaicans to report sightings of any birds that appear ill"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998007152963707074)  2025-12-08T12:30Z 634.2K followers, 3592 engagements


"Two builders are bemoaning the lack of sufficient skilled hands amid a shortage of labourers in the construction industry to repair and rebuild hundreds of houses here. Despite the challenges Kiron Tomlinson who has been a builder for more than XX years is pressing ahead with re-roofing homes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998022250184732924)  2025-12-08T13:30Z 634.2K followers, 4091 engagements


"A tsunami was triggered in Japan late Monday after a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of the country injuring more than XX people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998161349516616168)  2025-12-08T22:42Z 634.2K followers, 1709 engagements


"Tier Two National Security Operations Centre Analysts at the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (Ja-CIRT) Monique Satchwell and Rheana Hagigal recently won first place in the overall team category of the SheSecures Jamaica Cybersecurity Competition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998190820076454087)  2025-12-09T00:39Z 634.2K followers, 1204 engagements


"Monique Satchwell and Rheana Hagigal are more than just work colleagues. Both young women Tier Two National Security Operations Centre Analysts at the Jamaica Cyber Incident Response Team (Ja-CIRT) recently won first place in the overall team category of the SheSecures Jamaica Cybersecurity Competition beating out dozens of teams from across the country"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998217681867358582)  2025-12-09T02:26Z 634.2K followers, 1606 engagements


"Australia banned young teenagers from social media on Wednesday launching a world-first crackdown designed to unglue children from addictive scrolling on the likes of Facebook Instagram and TikTok"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998395401624326590)  2025-12-09T14:12Z 634.2K followers, 1456 engagements


"With more and more reports of violence disrespect for and misogynistic acts against women and girls so much so that many people have normalised deviant behaviours one question is echoing louder than ever: do men even like women And not just love women when it suits them or claim them when theyre quiet and soft but do they respect women value them and see them as full human beings"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1949963773378179517)  2025-07-28T22:42Z 634.3K followers, 90.6K engagements


"Phoenix Academy founder and Mona High School head coach Criag Butler shares a passionate assessment of Jamaica's draw with Curaao tonight at the National Stadium. The 0-0 result means Jamaica finishes second in Group B"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1991007396886663492)  2025-11-19T04:55Z 634.3K followers, 178.1K engagements


"Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has highlighted Jamaicas significant progress in reducing violent crime noting that for the first time in almost four decades the island could record fewer than XXX murders this year"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995147447291826410)  2025-11-30T15:06Z 634.3K followers, 1578 engagements


"Canadian police are investigating what volunteers say is a heartbreaking robbery after thieves emptied out a container of donated items destined for Jamaica"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996644911614181783)  2025-12-04T18:16Z 634.3K followers, 8266 engagements


"Leader of the Accompong Maroons in St Elizabeth Richard Currie has rejected an offer by the government to mobilise members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to assist in the rebuilding efforts in the Maroon community"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996725140957102387)  2025-12-04T23:35Z 634.3K followers, 33.4K engagements


"Former United States President Bill Clinton is currently in Jamaica"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996761424366854206)  2025-12-05T01:59Z 634.3K followers, 5255 engagements


"Event promoter and artiste manager Romeich Major is criticising corporate companies for not holding strong by postponing Christmas festivities in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa which he said provides relaxation for affected employees and keeps the entertainment industry going"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997055070777622987)  2025-12-05T21:26Z 634.2K followers, 71.5K engagements


"Homes battered by Hurricane Melissa which destroyed school uniforms and identification cards some students in sections of the hardest-hit parish Westmoreland now have yet another mountain to climb. Out of uniform and without anything to prove they are students they are being charged adult fares by some taxi operators"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997277221153575231)  2025-12-06T12:09Z 634.3K followers, 56.1K engagements


"KFC Jamaica has launched self-service ordering kiosks at its restaurants introducing touchscreen terminals that allow customers to browse the full menu customise orders and pay without joining the regular queue. The quick-service chain debuted the new platform on Wednesday at its Springs Plaza outlet in Half-Way-Tree St Andrew"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997439925721915436)  2025-12-06T22:56Z 634.3K followers, 3442 engagements


"Newell High School Principal Audrey Ellington was about two minutes into an interview with the Jamaica Observer inside the school library last Wednesday when two students walked in and asked her for care packages. Ellington packed two bags with the items donated for the benefit of the school population and residents of neighbouring communities following Hurricane Melissas October XX rampage across Jamaicas western region"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997707835950375217)  2025-12-07T16:40Z 634.3K followers, 5215 engagements


"Fontana first introduced its Wishing Tree in 2016 it was a small in-store effort designed to make Christmas a little brighter for children in need. The idea was simple: Allow customers to choose a tag with a childs name purchase a gift and return it for delivery. For Fontana the Wishing Tree reflects the companys long-standing commitment to community support. Each tag represents a child from a childrens home paediatric ward or community group"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998043228126241103)  2025-12-08T14:53Z 634.3K followers, 2290 engagements


"Churchs Chicken has officially landed in Jamaica After much anticipation the popular American franchise opened its doors on Monday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its brand-new location @churchschickenjam. Situated at Tropical Plaza in Half-Way Tree the restaurant has already drawn hundreds of eager customers ready to get a taste of the newest player in town"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998049904845828361)  2025-12-08T15:19Z 634.2K followers, 121.7K engagements


"The Supreme Court has refused an applicationfor judicial review byPaul Buchanan thePeoples National Party candidate for St Andrew West Central in the September X general election over his challenge of the poll results"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998087256545083585)  2025-12-08T17:48Z 634.2K followers, 10.4K engagements


"Government Member of Parliament (MP) Zavia Mayne has taken legal action against the Integrity Commission filing a suit in the Supreme Court targeting the agency and three of its senior directors: Craig Beresford Roneiph Lawrence and Kevon Stephenson"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998375322836951074)  2025-12-09T12:52Z 634.2K followers, 8992 engagements


"The Pan American Health Organization is urging countries in the Americas including the Caribbean to adjust their health service preparedness and response as the region enters the season of increased influenza and other respiratory virus circulation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998404058336387127)  2025-12-09T14:47Z 634.3K followers, XXX engagements


"Jamaican martial arts athlete Valentyna Zolotarova recently won a bronze medal in the 55kg kumite division at the 2025 Bolivarian Games in Lima Peru. After suffering a XX to XX defeat to Sofia Del Pilar Gomez Fuertes of Peru in the round robin Zolotarova bounced back to defeat Luz Marlhin Roca of Bolivia X to X and draw with Hazel Sameidy Ramos Flores of El Salvador"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998485823222690109)  2025-12-09T20:12Z 634.2K followers, 2531 engagements


"Caribbean Cup champions Mount Pleasant Academy could face Major League Soccer powerhouse Los Angeles Galaxy in the Round of XX in the Concacaf Champions CupinMarch2026"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998581082208571898)  2025-12-10T02:30Z 634.2K followers, 1208 engagements


"Today's Clovis Toon Wednesday December XX 2025. See more cartoons: #Clovis #ClovisToon #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead #OTeam"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998728902269669631)  2025-12-10T12:17Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"A sperm donor who is an asymptomatic carrier of a genetic mutation increasing the risk of cancer was used to conceive nearly XXX children worldwide Denmark's public broadcaster revealed Wednesday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998734349760364655)  2025-12-10T12:39Z 634.2K followers, 3206 engagements


"According to the Fox News report the fixed-wing Beechcraft XX developed engine trouble and was attempting to make an emergency landing on a freeway around 5:40 pm when the incident occured"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998809613429559410)  2025-12-10T17:38Z 634.2K followers, 7177 engagements


"The project for Jamaicas tallest residential property The Pinnacle has achieved a significant milestone as it has now hit the summit of one of its four-planned 28-storey towers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998831409579139521)  2025-12-10T19:05Z 634.2K followers, 9822 engagements


"For Jamaican-born pilot Jabari Brown having copped a US$2 million jet after beating XX other pilots in a dramatic YouTube challenge hosted by popular internet personality Mr Beast the feeling is still surreal. At XX the Jamaican was the youngest in the field of airmen who were put through a series of challenges from hauling an aeroplane to surviving jet blasts and skydiving"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998850930276499853)  2025-12-10T20:22Z 634.2K followers, 20.6K engagements


"Despite crashing out at the quarter-final stage of the ISSA Wata Manning Cup Calabar Highs head coach Jeremy Miller said there was a silver lining at the end of the road"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998907822189477992)  2025-12-11T00:08Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"The wait is over Get your FREE Jamaica Observer Christmas Cookbook when you purchase todays Daily Observer. Catch all the excitement at our live Outside Broadcast-Downtown Kingston today and listen in on Edge XXX 📍 Downtown Kingston (in front of the Kingston Parish Church) 🕕 6:00 AM 10:00 AM #JamaicaObserverCookbook #ChristmasInJA #ChristmasCookbook #FoodiesOfJA #Edge105"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999056572455252096)  2025-12-11T10:00Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"Jamaica has seen an increase in the number of people being treated for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhoea chlamydia and trichomoniasis over the past four years with the highest rate recorded among young adults aged XX to XX. According to data from the Ministry of Health and Wellness 35713 cases were seen in the public health system in 2024 compared to 34278 the previous year and 31572 in 2022. In 2021 a total of 33472 patients were treated"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995146223850787236)  2025-11-30T15:01Z 634.2K followers, 145.6K engagements


"Jamaicans are being urged to take advantage of free desalinated potable water now being produced and distributed at Falmouth Pier courtesy of the Bahamian Government in the aftermath of Hurrican Melissa. Consul General for the Commonwealth of The Bahamas assigned to Jamaica Alveta Knight explained that reverse osmosis is being used to convert seawater into potable water on the pier which is then connected to XX standpipes on the grounds of a nearby church"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995886540895944809)  2025-12-02T16:03Z 634.2K followers, 5104 engagements


"With Masicka and Tommy Lee Sparta having released diss tracks aimed at each other dancehalls war season has officially begun. In less than XX hours the entertainment space has been ignited by a potentially explosive lyrical showdown between the Genasyde boss and the Spartan after Tommy Lee fired shots at Masicka through his single Control"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1995953579606122932)  2025-12-02T20:29Z 634.2K followers, 16.3K engagements


"The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) has admitted that it lacks the manpower to independently verify utility companies post-Melissa restoration claims raising fresh concerns about the accuracy of self-reported data. At Wednesdays sitting of the Public Administration and Appropriations Committee members pressed the regulatory body on why Parliament continues to rely almost entirely on restoration figures submitted by Flow Digicel National Water Commission (NWC) and the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) despite mounting complaints from several communities still without service"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996564775296233750)  2025-12-04T12:58Z 634.2K followers, 4579 engagements


"The St Catherine North police have listed six men as persons of interest in ongoing investigations in the division. They are Troy Clarke otherwise called Roach of March Pen and Frazers Content; Theopholus Campbell otherwise called Danga Reds of March Pen and Corletts Road; a man known only as Crocs or Rubber from March Pen and Dam Head; a man known only as Bredda from the March Pen area; a man known only as Breeze also from the March Pen area; and Omar McDonald otherwise called Jilla from the March Pen area"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1997699503319552112)  2025-12-07T16:07Z 634.2K followers, 2669 engagements


"Attorney-at-law Danielle Archer has resigned as principal director of the National Integrity Action (NIA). This was announced by the organisation on Monday in a media release. According to the NIA Archers resignation will take effect on December XX 2025"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998017649746292990)  2025-12-08T13:11Z 634.2K followers, 27.1K engagements


"S Hotel has launched an ambitious humanitarian drive to construct XX one-bedroom houses valued at more than $XX million in total for people in western Jamaica who lost their homes during the passage of Hurricane Melissa. The project dubbed S for Shelters is being spearheaded by the hotel as part of its commitment to assist with national recovery efforts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998738092455285007)  2025-12-10T12:54Z 634.2K followers, 15.9K engagements


"People who knew nine-year-old Amoya Moore said she was a polite and brilliant child. That she perished Tuesday morning on her way to school in what can only be described as a cruel twist of fate has left her family neighbours and school community devastated"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998751100178956581)  2025-12-10T13:46Z 634.2K followers, 8792 engagements


"Energy Minister Daryl Vaz has defended the Governments decision to offer a loan to the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) following criticisms from Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs). Speaking at a post-Cabinet press briefing on Wednesday Vaz addressed the backlash"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998820734710223164)  2025-12-10T18:22Z 634.2K followers, 1169 engagements


"Over 20000 has been raised by Jamaicans and other supporters in the UK for childrens homes early childhood institutions homes for the elderly and persons with disabilities community groups and first responders in areas most affected by Hurricane Melissa. The funds were raised through the JN Money-supported For the Love of Jamaica benefit concert held at Boxpark Wembley in the UK recently"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998929059405873579)  2025-12-11T01:33Z 634.2K followers, 1348 engagements


"A tragic weekend in Tenerife has left four people dead and one still missing after a massive wave swept a group of swimmers out of a popular seaside pool at Isla Cangrejo along the Los Gigantes coast. According to CNN World Spanish authorities confirmed that a 35-year-old man a 55-year-old woman and another man were recovered on Sunday during an extensive rescue operation involving jet skis and helicopters. A fourth victim a woman passed away on Monday after being revived at the scene and airlifted to hospital. Local reports indicate that rough sea warnings were in effect and the pool had"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998943200367554798)  2025-12-11T02:29Z 634.2K followers, 3006 engagements


"Read these and other stories in todays #DailyObserver or subscribe to our e-paper at #JamaicaObserver #AlwaysAhead #OTeam"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999084438211416238)  2025-12-11T11:50Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"The popular pastor the Rev Dr Devon Dick has found himself in the eye of a social media storm the deep-rooted controversy over sexual preferences other than heterosexuality specifically related to lesbians gays bi-sexuals transgenders and queers (LGBTQ). Rev Dick it is claimed recently advised his Boulevard Baptist Church St Andrew flock to get ready to vote on whether the congregation should offer blessings to LGBTQ people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999091317234634813)  2025-12-11T12:18Z 634.2K followers, 1096 engagements


"The Cabinet has given approval for the Income Tax Act to be amended to facilitate the payment of a tax-free honorarium of up to $200000 to employees affected by Hurricane Melissa. The amount can be paid by employers in one tranche or in several payments up to March XX 2026. This is the first of its kind in Jamaica"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999096973291340019)  2025-12-11T12:40Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"The Peoples National Party (PNP) is applauding Councillor Scean Barnswell and his wife for their quick and courageous actions that helped lead to the rescue of a six-year-old girl who was reportedly abducted from her school on Tuesday"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999103650346471657)  2025-12-11T13:07Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements


"Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Gaston Browne says Jamaica and its people can bounce back bigger and better from Hurricane Melissa just as his country did after the catastrophic Hurricane Irma in 2017"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1991600291570208889)  2025-11-20T20:11Z 634.2K followers, 1205 engagements


"Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne is seeking US$10 million in damages over allegations made by a US-based attorney regarding the sale of the super yacht Alpha Nero"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1993869935710490723)  2025-11-27T02:30Z 634.2K followers, 1422 engagements


"Antigua and Barbuda is hosting a week-long regional conference aimed at strengthening nuclear material inventory reporting under the modified Small Quantities Protocol"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1996006016626954727)  2025-12-02T23:58Z 634.2K followers, 1305 engagements


"The Financial Investigations Division (FID) says it is denouncing the contents of an old fabricated social media post claiming it is charging the prime minister that has resurfaced and is again being circulated online"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998565579171705169)  2025-12-10T01:29Z 634.2K followers, 2331 engagements


"The United States (US) dollar on Wednesday December XX ended trading at $XXXXXX up by X cents according to the Bank of Jamaicas daily exchange trading summary"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998875832526545082)  2025-12-10T22:01Z 634.2K followers, 1091 engagements


"Caracas on Wednesday accused Washington of blatant theft after United States (US) President Donald Trump announced the seizure of a large oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast. Venezuela strongly denounces and condemns what constitutes blatant theft and an act of international piracy publicly announced by the President of the United States the countrys foreign ministry said in a statement"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1998953424868544966)  2025-12-11T03:10Z 634.2K followers, 1123 engagements


"The Trelawny Police Division will Thursday meet with members of the Falmouth business community to explain the nightly 9:00 pm lockdown of commercial operations imposed out of heightened security concerns following a recent murder in the town"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JamaicaObserver/status/1999115115782639821)  2025-12-11T13:52Z 634.2K followers, XXX engagements