Jamaica

Jamaica March 13

In ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ film, what's his faith? And why is marijuana deemed holy to the Rastafari?

Bob Marley biopic "Bob Marley: One Love" has been a box office hit; Marley's Rastafarian believes and Jamaican upbringing play heavily in his rise to global stardom.

World March 12

US announces $100M for deployment of multinational force to violence-stricken Haiti

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced an additional $100 million to finance the deployment of a multinational force mission to Haiti.

Cruises February 8

Carnival cruise ship hosting music festival at sea hits Jamaica pier, leaving passengers stuck on land

A Carnival cruise ship spent more time in Jamaica than planned this week after weather caused damage to one of its sides. Passengers react to the delay.

Crime January 30

Jamaica spike in murders triggers travel warning to Americans visiting Caribbean island nation

The State Department issued a warning to Americans visiting Jamaica as murders continue to plague the Caribbean island nation, where 65 murders have occurred since the new year.

Jamaica January 22

Jamaica enacts legal crackdown on domestic violence

The Jamaican government on Monday adopted stricter domestic violence laws, including expansion of what protection orders cover and stricter penalties for their violation.

Jamaica October 30

5.4 magnitude earthquake rocks Jamaica

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck Jamaica on Monday, reportedly occurring roughly two miles west-northwest of Hope Bay. No injuries have been reported.

Jamaica October 10

Jamaican politician charged with abducting, raping teenage girl

Tyrone Guthrie, a member of Jamaica's left-wing People's National Party, has been arrested and charged with abducting and raping a 16-year-old girl.

Jamaica October 4

60 primary schoolchildren in Jamaica hospitalized after eating rainbow-colored cannabis candy

More than 60 primary school kids in Jamaica were taken to the hospital after eating potent marijuana-infused sour belts that contained 100 milligrams of THC each.

HEALTH September 25

Dengue fever: What you need to know about the mosquito-borne illness sweeping Jamaica

Amid the outbreak of dengue fever currently sweeping Jamaica, health experts are warning about the dangers of the mosquito-borne illness. Here's what to know.

Jamaica August 29

Jamaican authorities charge female dental assistant with abducting, killing 8-year-old

A dental assistant in Jamaica has been charged with murder and kidnapping in connection with the June death of eight-year-old Danielle Rowe.