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Jamaican Sprint Legend Usain Bolt Proposes to Longtime Partner Kasi Bennett (WATCH)

Irie Dale August 24, 2026 2026 EVENTS, Jamaica, Sports

Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt proposed to his longtime partner, Kasi Bennett, during his 40th birthday celebrations on Friday. One photo from the celebration, shared online by Jamaica Observer, show Bolt down on one knee as Bennett looks at him with a smile. Another image captures the couple embracing, seemingly moments after she accepted the proposal. Bolt reportedly presented Bennett with a five-carat engagement ring as family and friends looked on during the celebration. The proposal added another significant moment to the birthday festivities for the retired Olympic champion. Bennett, who has been in a relationship with Bolt for several years, is the mother of three of his children. ... »

Beenie Man’s ‘Eminence’ Debuts at No. 1 on US Itunes Reggae Albums Chart

Irie Dale August 24, 2026 2026 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Beenie Man has opened the release of his latest album, ‘Eminence’, with a strong showing on the US iTunes Reggae Albums chart, taking the number one position shortly after its release. The 16-track project moved ahead of Masicka’s ‘Forever Reign’, which recently occupied the top spot. As of Thursday, ‘Eminence’ sits at number one, followed by ‘Forever Reign’ at number two, ‘Legend – The Best Of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ at number three and ‘Kiss Of Judas Riddim’ at number four. ‘Eminence’ is Beenie Man’s first album since ‘Simma’, which was released in September 2023. The new project was produced by Kemar McGregor and brings together Jamaican and international artistes across Dancehall, ... »

Dancehall Artiste Masicka: “Mi a one a the greatest Dancehall artistes them to ever grace the music”

Irie Dale August 16, 2026 2026 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, Jamaica

Masicka’s most recent interview was aired Wednesday night, an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Dionne Jackson Miller on All Angles. In the interview, he talked on his musical journey, albums, collaborations, new music and feuds. As it relates to the debate about many of his songs sounding similar, Masicka stated that some people feel that way because all of his songs are hit songs. Minutes later he went on to state that he believes he’s one of the greatest Dancehall artistes in History, “Generally mi a one a the greatest Dancehall artistes them to ever grace the music, personally… That’s how mi get up and feel everyday.” The Portmore native went on to detail that others should believe in them... »

2 Tropical Waves in the Atlantic, Heading Towards Caribbean, Development Chance Rise to 50%

Irie Dale August 10, 2026 2026 EVENTS, News

Fresh tropical activity in the Atlantic is being monitored as Jamaica continues to recover from the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which affected the island last year. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said on Sunday that two tropical waves are being watched, although neither system currently poses an immediate threat to Jamaica. One of the disturbances is expected to emerge from the west coast of Africa early this week and has a 50 per cent chance of developing into a tropical depression over the next seven days. Forecasters said conditions could support gradual organisation as the system moves westward to west-northwestward across the central tropical Atlantic. Another tropical wave, locat... »

Estimated J$1 Billion Cocaine Seizure Leads to Multiple Arrests at Kingston Container Terminal

Irie Dale August 8, 2026 2026 EVENTS, Jamaica, News

Several employees at the Kingston Container Terminal have been taken into custody as authorities investigate a suspected drug smuggling operation at the facility. The multi-agency operation is being conducted by the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) and the Jamaica Customs Agency, with support from the Specialised Operations Branch. Reports of the operation was made public on Friday, August 7, following the seizure of cocaine valued at approximately JMD$1 billion earlier this week. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the employees detained or provided details on the specific allegations against them. However, the individuals are suspected of being connected to... »