KINGSTON, Jamaica — Motorists should see an increase at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, October 1, according to the latest ex-refinery costs from Petrojam. After a decrease of $3.06, 90-octane will be sold for $159.42 per litre, while 87-octane will be sold for $152.79 per litre, down by $3.06. Automotive diesel fuel will be sold for $179.67 per litre after a decrease of $10.50, and ultra-low...

MANDEVILLE, Manchester—The Manchester Co-operative Credit Union Limited (MCCU) has taken a significant step towards becoming a national credit union following approval to accept the transfer of engagements (merger) with the Insurance & Employees Co-operative Credit Union (IECCU). The landmark decision was made at MCCU’s Special General Meeting (SGM), held on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the Bloomfield Professional Centre in Mandeville. The meeting brought together members to consider and vote...

TRELAWNY, Jamaica—The Agri Linkages Exchange (ALEX) platform has generated almost $2 billion in sales since its establishment in 2018, Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) Executive Director Dr Carey Wallace said Wednesday. Speaking during a plenary session on “Unlocking private sector partnerships and expanding investments in agriculture and fisheries development” at Caribbean Week of Agriculture 2026 at Ocean Coral Spring Hotel in Trelawny, Wallace said the digital platform was created to bridge...

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP)—A federal judge on Wednesday approved a settlement between Paramount and a group of US states that clears the way for its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery creating a Hollywood empire spanning television, news and cinema. Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin of California signed the consent decree, binding the concessions that Paramount offered to end an antitrust challenge brought by 12 states. The commitments run for five years...

UNITED NATIONS (CMC) – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday condemned the latest gang attack in Haiti that left at least 11 people dead and several others injured in Gros-Morne’s third communal section on Monday. Among those killed were four members of the same family who were transporting a sick woman to hospital when they were caught in a violent crossfire. Three suspected members of the Kokorat San Ras...

Kingston College, more popularly referred to as KC, is a traditional all-boys school that has been around for more than a century. The institution, which is well known for the strong loyalty among its students and alumni, occupies two campuses: the North Street Campus and Melbourne Campus. But, more importantly, KC is renowned for its academic and sporting excellence. Observer Online spoke to members of the school community to uncover...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions (JCTU) is calling for an urgent ruling in the outstanding overtime dispute involving the Jamaica Medical Doctors’ Association (JMDA), saying the nearly six-month wait since the case concluded is too long. According to the JCTU, the dispute was referred to the Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT) in January 2025 and concluded on April 1, 2026. The JMDA has given the Tribunal until...

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AFP)—Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Wednesday that he had left the team's training camp in Denmark after coach Jorge Jesus told reporters that the striker would be dropped for their next match. Ronaldo had been due to train with his team-mates at the Parken stadium in Copenhagen on Wednesday but left abruptly after Jesus's press conference. The veteran coach had said that Ronaldo, who spent the entire...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Education Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the Government is moving to better align Jamaica’s education and skills-training systems with the changing needs of the economy, while urging the private sector to play a greater role in preparing students for the jobs of the future. Speaking at a Digital and Skills Roundtable hosted by the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) and I Am the Code Caribbean at...

VP Records has joined Jamaica, the Caribbean and the global music community in mourning the passing of two extraordinary cultural figures: Lieutenant Stitchie, OD, born Cleveland Laing, and Slinger Francisco, known worldwide as Mighty Sparrow, the “Calypso King of the World”. Affectionately known as “The Governor”, Lieutenant Stitchie was a gifted lyricist, educator and man of faith whose unmistakable delivery, sharp wit and disciplined artistry helped shape dancehall during one...

Traditional powerhouse Kingston College (KC) marched into the quarter-finals of the ISSA Walker Cup competition with a commanding 3-0 victory over arch-rivals Calabar High at Stadium East on Tuesday, while Jamaica College (JC), Eltham High and Wolmer’s Boys also secured places in the last eight. KC settled the highly anticipated clash early and never surrendered control, with Kajay Fletcher opening the scoring in the 10th minute before Deshawn Byfield doubled...